Yamaha AL125FC 2012 User manual

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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
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AL125F(FC)
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of the AL125F/AL125FC, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding
the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your AL125F/AL125FC. The Owner’s
Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard
yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the best possible condition. If you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to contact your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put safety first!
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the ve-
hicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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AL125F/AL125FC
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2012 by Thai Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, October 2012
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Thai Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Thailand.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS..............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2-1
Further safe-riding points ................2-5
Helmets ...........................................2-6
DESCRIPTION ...................................3-1
Left view .........................................3-1
Right view .......................................3-2
Controls and instruments ................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ................4-1
Keyhole cover .................................4-2
Indicator and warning lights ............4-3
Speedometer unit ...........................4-4
Handlebar switches ........................4-4
Front brake lever ............................4-5
Rear brake lever .............................4-5
Fuel tank cap ..................................4-6
Fuel .................................................4-6
Catalytic converter ..........................4-8
Kickstarter .......................................4-8
Seat ................................................4-9
Helmet holders ...............................4-9
Convenience hook ........................4-10
Storage compartment ...................4-10
Sidestand ......................................4-11
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 6-2
Braking ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-2
General note .................................. 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 7-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-3
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels .................................. 7-7
Checking the spark plug ................. 7-9
Engine oil and oil strainer ............. 7-10
Final transmission oil .................... 7-13
Coolant ......................................... 7-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 7-15
Adjusting the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 7-17
Valve clearance ............................ 7-17
Tires ............................................. 7-18
Wheels ......................................... 7-20
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-20
Adjusting the rear brake lever
free play .................................... 7-20
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 7-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-23
Checking the V-belt ..................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-24
Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers .............................. 7-24
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 7-25
Checking the front fork ................. 7-25
Checking the steering .................. 7-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-27
Battery ......................................... 7-27
Replacing the fuse ....................... 7-28
Replacing a headlight bulb or
a front turn signal light bulb ...... 7-29
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb or
a rear turn signal light bulb ....... 7-31
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 7-33
Troubleshooting ........................... 7-33
Troubleshooting charts ................ 7-34
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................8-1
Care ................................................8-1
Storage ...........................................8-3
SPECIFICATIONS..............................9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION...........10-1
Identification numbers ..................10-1
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of
your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label
is available from your Yamaha dealer.
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GASOLINE OR
GASOHOL (E10)
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1- SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-
sible for the safe and proper operation
of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
●Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
●Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
●Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
●Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions.
Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it
is in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect or maintain the vehicle properly
increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage. See page 5-1
for a list of pre-operation checks.
●This motorcycle is designed to
carry the operator and a passen-
ger.
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Although this motorcycle is designed to
carry a passenger, always comply with
the local regulations.
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●The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been
caused by an automobile driver
who did not see the motorcycle.
Making yourself conspicuous ap-
pears to be very effective in reduc-
ing the chance of this type of
accident.
Therefore:
• Wear a brightly colored jacket.
• Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
• Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
●Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators. In fact, many op-
erators who have been involved in
accidents do not even have a cur-
rent driver’s license.
• Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your mo-
torcycle to other qualified opera-
tors.
• Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
• We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle
where there is no traffic until you
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have become thoroughly famil-
iar with the motorcycle and all of
its controls.
●Many accidents have been
caused by error of the motorcycle
operator. A typical error made by
the operator is veering wide on a
turn due to excessive speed or un-
dercornering (insufficient lean an-
gle for the speed).
• Always obey the speed limit and
never travel faster than warrant-
ed by road and traffic condi-
tions.
• Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
●The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
• The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot-
rests during operation to main-
tain control of the motorcycle.
• The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.
●Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
●This motorcycle is designed for
on-road use only. It is not suitable
for off-road use.
Protective Apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcy-
cle accidents are the result of head in-
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the preven-
tion or reduction of head injuries.
●Always wear an approved helmet.
●Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.
●The use of a jacket, substantial
shoes, trousers, gloves, etc., is ef-
fective in preventing or reducing
abrasions or lacerations.
●Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers or wheels and cause
injury or an accident.
●Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
tem become very hot during or af-
ter operation and can cause
burns.
●A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be
present even if you do not see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
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carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can linger
for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
ing, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
MENT.
●Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
●Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
●Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here, along with the information about
accessories below, are some general
guidelines to follow if loading cargo to
your motorcycle:
The total weight of the operator,
passenger, accessories and cargo
must not exceed the maximum load
limit. Operation of an overloaded ve-
hicle could cause an accident.
When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
●Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Se-
curely pack your heaviest items as
close to the center of the vehicle
as possible and make sure to dis-
tribute the weight as evenly as
possible on both sides of the mo-
torcycle to minimize imbalance or
instability.
●Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that ac-
cessories and cargo are securely
attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
• Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-ad-
justable models only), and
check the condition and pres-
sure of your tires.
• Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front
fork, or front fender. Such items
can create unstable handling or
a slow steering response.
●This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
a sidecar.
Maximum load:
160 kg (353 lb)
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Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail-
able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection to
Yamaha manufacture parts and acces-
sories or offer other modifications for
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a
position to test the products that these
aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac-
cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to
you or others. Installing aftermarket
products or having other modifications
performed to your vehicle that change
any of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
●Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your motorcycle. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
• Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improp-
er weight distribution or aerody-
namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
• Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds. These ac-
cessories may also cause
instability when passing or be-
ing passed by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free-
dom of movement of the opera-
tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
●Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
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electric failure could result, which
could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to pro-
vide the best combination of handling,
braking, and comfort. Other tires, rims,
sizes, and combinations may not be
appropriate. Refer to page 7-19 for tire
specifications and more information on
replacing your tires.
Transporting the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the motorcy-
cle in another vehicle.
●Remove all loose items from the
motorcycle.
●Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
●Secure the motorcycle with tie-
downs or suitable straps that are
attached to solid parts of the mo-
torcycle, such as the frame or up-
per front fork triple clamp (and not,
for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or parts
that could break). Choose the lo-
cation for the straps carefully so
the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
●The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the mo-
torcycle will not bounce excessive-
ly during transport.
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Further safe-riding points
●Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
●Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
●Slow down as you approach a cor-
ner or turn. Once you have com-
pleted a turn, accelerate slowly.
●Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
●Railroad crossings, streetcar rails,
iron plates on road construction
sites, and manhole covers be-
come extremely slippery when
wet. Slow down and cross them
with caution. Keep the scooter up-
right, otherwise it could slide out
from under you.
●The brake pads could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
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●Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap), and
a bright colored jacket.
●Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
er is unstable. Use a strong cord to
secure any luggage to the carrier
(if equipped). A loose load will af-
fect the stability of the scooter and
could divert your attention from the
road. (See page 2-3.)
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Helmets
Operating this vehicle without an ap-
proved motorcycle helmet increases
your chances of a severe head injury or
death in the event of an accident. The
majority of fatalities from motorcycle or
scooter accidents are the result of head
injuries. The use of a safety helmet is
the single most critical factor in the pre-
vention or reduction of head injuries.
Always select an approved
motorcycle helmet
Pay attention to the following when
choosing a motorcycle helmet.
●The helmet must meet the safety
standard “TIS”.
●The helmet size must match the
size of the rider’s head.
●Never subject a helmet to heavy
shocks. Wearing the helmet correctly
Always connect the chin strap. In the
case of an accident, the helmet has a
much less chance of coming off if the
chin strap is connected.
Correctly helmet wearing
Incorrectly helmet wearing
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Types of helmets and their usage
●Half-type: use only for riding at low
speeds
●Full-type: use only for riding at low
to mid-range speeds
●Full-face-type: use for riding at
mid-range to high speeds
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Left view
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1. Auxiliary lights (page 7-33) 9. V-belt case air filter element (page 7-15)
2. Front turn signal lights (page 7-30) 10.Sidestand (page 4-11)
3. Fuse/starter relay (page 7-28) 11.Air filter element (page 7-15)
4. Convenience hook (page 4-10)
5. Owner’s tool kit (page 7-1)
6. Kickstarter (page 4-8)
7. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 7-11)
8. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 7-11)
1- DESCRIPTION
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Right view
1. Tail/brake light (page 7-31) 9. Dipstick (page 7-11)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-6)
3. Storage compartment (page 4-10)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1)
5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-22)
6. Battery (page 7-27)
7. Headlight (page 7-29)
8. Coolant reservoir (page 7-14)
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Controls and instruments
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1. Rear brake lever (page 4-5)
2. Left handlebar switch (page 4-4)
3. Speedometer (page 4-4)
4. Right handlebar switch (page 4-4)
5. Front brake lever (page 4-5)
6. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-1)
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering, and is used to
open the seat also. The various main
switch positions are described below.
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The main switch is equipped with a
keyhole cover. (See page 4-2 for key-
hole cover opening and closing proce-
dures.)
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ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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The meter lighting comes on when the
key is turned to “ON”. When starting
the engine, the headlight, auxiliary light
and taillight come on automatically,
and will stay on until the key is turned to
“OFF” or the sidestand is lowered
down.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
be switched off, which may result in
loss of control or an accident.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF”
position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
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