Yamaha TDR125 User manual

TDR125
5AE-28199-E3
OWNER’S MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a TDR125, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience in and newest tech-
nology for the design and the 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 your TDR125’s advantages.
The owner’s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcy-
cle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help to 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!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTE:
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8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If there is any ques-
tion concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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TDR125
OWNER’S MANUAL
©1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, August 1999
All rights reserved. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
2 DESCRIPTION
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8 SPECIFICATIONS
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
INDEX
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ................................................1-1 1
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and free-
dom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operating
condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders more than car drivers must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and passen-
gers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant synthetic
materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet. Optimum pro-
tective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-coverage helmets and suits,
in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will always be vulnerable.
Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to take chances. This is
even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively
avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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DESCRIPTION
Left view .............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments ..........................................................................2-3 2
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DESCRIPTION
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1. Dual headlight (page 3-6)
2. Fuel cock (page 3-12)
3. Engine oil tank (page 3-12)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-12)
5. Starter “1” (page 3-13)
6. Y.E.I.S. (page 3-15)
7. Y.P.V.S. (page 3-16)
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DESCRIPTION
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8. Tool kit (page 6-1)
9. Fuse (page 6-32)
10. Air filter (page 6-15)
11. Radiator cap (page 6-11)
12. Rear brake pedal (page 3-9, 6-22)
13. Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-10)
14. Rear shock absorber spring
preload adjusting ring (page 3-14)
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DESCRIPTION
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15. Clutch lever (page 3-8, 6-20)
16. Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)
17. Speedometer (page 3-4)
18. Engine temperature gauge (page 3-5)
19. Tachometer (page 3-5)
20. Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
21. Front brake lever (page 3-9, 6-21)
22. Throttle grip (page 6-17)
23. Fuel tank cap (page 3-9)
24. Main switch/Steering lock (page 3-1)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock........................................3-1
Indicator lights ........................................................3-2
Oil level indicator circuit check ...............................3-3
Speedometer..........................................................3-4
Tachometer ............................................................3-4
Engine temperature gauge.....................................3-5
Handlebar switches................................................3-5
Headlight beam variation........................................3-6
Clutch lever.............................................................3-8
Shift pedal...............................................................3-8
Front brake lever ....................................................3-8
Rear brake pedal....................................................3-9
Fuel tank cap..........................................................3-9
Fuel.......................................................................3-10
Catalyzer (for Switzerland and Austria)................3-11
Two-stroke engine oil ...........................................3-12
Fuel cock..............................................................3-12
Starter (choke) “1” ..............................................3-13
Seat......................................................................3-13
Helmet holder.......................................................3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment..........................3-14
Note on handling of the Yamaha Energy
Induction System (Y.E.I.S.) ..................................3-15
Y.P.V.S. (Yamaha Power Valve System).............3-16
Sidestand..............................................................3-16
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check..............3-17
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Main switch/Steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
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To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. With the
key at “OFF”, push it into the main
switch and release it, turn it counter-
clockwise to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result
in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure the motorcycle is stopped
before turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”.
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The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light
come on but all other circuits are off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
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To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ . ”.
Do not use this position for an
extended length of time as the bat-
tery may discharge.
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator light “55”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “&&”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Oil level indicator light “77”
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page
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you know it has sufficient engine
oil.
NOTE:
Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal.
1. Turn indicator light “5”
2. High beam indicator light “&”
3. Neutral indicator light “N”
4. Oil level indicator light “7”
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Oil level indicator circuit
check
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Oil level indicator light
Check engine oil level.
Oil level indicator light
Put the transmission in neutral or apply the
Oil level indicator light Oil level indicator light Oil level Oil level
Engine oil level and Ask a Yamaha dealer Supply
Turn the main switch to “ON”
and the engine stop switch to “#”.
does not come on. comes on.
clutch lever, then push the start switch.
comes on. does not come on. is OK. is low.
engine oil.
to inspect electrical
circuit.
electrical circuit are OK.
Go ahead with riding.
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding
speed. This speedometer is equipped
with an odometer and trip odometer.
The trip odometer can be reset to “0”
with the reset knob. Use the trip
odometer to estimate how far you
can ride on a tank of fuel. This infor-
mation will enable you to plan fuel
stops in the future.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
3. Trip odometer
4. Reset knob
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This motorcycle is equipped with a
speed limiter which prevents it from
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Tachometer
This model is equipped with a
tachometer so the rider can monitor
the engine speed and keep it within
the ideal power range.
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Red zone: 10,000 r/min and above
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2. Red zone
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Engine temperature gauge
This gauge indicates the coolant tem-
perature when the main switch is on.
The engine operating temperature
will vary with changes in weather and
engine load. If the needle points to
the red zone or higher, stop your
motorcycle and let the engine cool.
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When the engine is overheated, do
not continue riding.
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Handlebar switches
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Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “'”,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter
lights and taillight. Turning the light
switch to “:”, turns the headlight on
also.
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Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “4”. Once
the switch is released it will return to
the center position. To cancel the sig-
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returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “**”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
1. Lights switch
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “*”
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