2010 YAMAHA YZF-R125 Owners Manual

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Parking When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING
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Since the engine and exhaust
system can bec

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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-
brication will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. Safety is an obligat

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The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance, or for the UK, a
mileage-based maintenance, is performe

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General maintenance and lubrication chart NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL 
CHECK 1000 km 
(600 mi)6000 km 
(3500 mi)12000 km

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10*SwingarmCheck operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
Lubricate with molybdenum disul-
fide grease.Every 24000 km (14000 mi)
11 Drive chainCheck

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20*Front forkCheck operation and for oil leak-
age.√√√√
21*Shock absorber as-
semblyCheck operation and shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage.√√√

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The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if

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Removing and installing the 
cowlings and panel The cowlings and panel shown need to
be removed to perform some of the
maintenance jobs described in