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Honda CRF125F/FB

OWNER’S MANUAL

USO E MANUTENZIONE

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 2013

32K28B00.book  1 ページ  2013年5月31日 金曜日 午前11時21分

Summary of Contents for RF125F

Page 1: ...Honda CRF125F FB OWNER S MANUAL USO E MANUTENZIONE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO Honda Motor Co Ltd 2013 32K28B00 book 1...

Page 2: ...NLY NO PASSENGER This motorcycle is designed and constructed as an operator only model The seating configuration does not safely permit the carrying of a passenger Never exceed the maximum weight capa...

Page 3: ...sed on the latest production information available at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any oblig...

Page 4: ...ion before every outing and regular maintenance are essential To help meet the challenges safely and enjoy the adventure fully become thoroughly familiar with this Owner s Manual BEFORE YOU RIDE THE M...

Page 5: ...h country The specifications may vary with each locale The illustrations herein are based on the ED type This vehicle pictured in this owner s manual may not match your actual vehicle ED European dire...

Page 6: ...information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards associated with operating or maintaining a motorcycle...

Page 7: ...ow to use this motorcycle correctly and safely This entire manual is filled with important safety information please read it carefully You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instruct...

Page 8: ...POSITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT 8 LOAD LIMITS AND GUIDELINES 12 LABELS 18 PARTS LOCATION 21 MAJOR COMPONENTS Information you need to operate this motorcycle 21 BRAKES 25 CLUTCH 27 FUEL 31 ENGINE OIL 32...

Page 9: ...FEATURES Not required for operation 40 LEFT SIDE COVER 41 SEAT page 42 OPERATION 42 PRE RIDE INSPECTION 44 STARTING THE ENGINE 48 RUNNING IN 49 RIDING 51 BRAKING 52 PARKING 52 ANTI THEFT TIPS 32K28B00...

Page 10: ...D 74 THROTTLE OPERATION 76 SPARK ARRESTER 77 DRIVE CHAIN 82 WHEEL RIMS AND SPOKES 83 WHEEL REMOVAL 87 BRAKE PADS WEAR 88 BRAKE SHOES WEAR 89 BATTERY 91 FUSE REPLACEMENT 93 FRONT SUSPENSION page 94 REA...

Page 11: ...be big enough to hold the motorcycle up get on and comfortably sit on the seat with both feet touching the ground They should also be able to easily reach and work the brakes the throttle and all othe...

Page 12: ...oungster s safety Remember learning to ride a motorcycle is a gradual step by step process It takes time patience and practice many hours over a period of weeks or months SUPERVISION is another import...

Page 13: ...you can do to protect yourself when you ride You ll find many helpful recommendations throughout this manual Following are a few that we consider to be most important Always Wear a Helmet It s a prove...

Page 14: ...f road riding skills is important to your safety and is a gradual step by step process You can start by practicing at low speeds in a safe area and slowly build your skills Getting personal instructio...

Page 15: ...ficantly reduce your ability to make good judgements and ride safely Don t Drink and Ride Alcohol and riding don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your...

Page 16: ...ur head comfortably and have a chin strap that can be tightened securely An open face helmet offers some protection but a full face helmet offers more Always wear a face shield or goggles to protect y...

Page 17: ...e vehicle as shown below keeping your hands on the handlebars and feet on the footpegs Helmet and Eye Protection Off road motorcycle gloves Riding trousers with Protector Off road motorcycle boots Lon...

Page 18: ...odifications that change this motorcycle s design and performance can also make it unsafe Also the weight of any accessories will reduce the maximum load the motorcycle can carry The following pages g...

Page 19: ...to carry cargo ride at reduced speeds and follow these common sense guidelines Keep cargo small and light Make sure it cannot easily be caught on brush or other objects and that it does not interfere...

Page 20: ...nally responsible for proper selection installation and use of non Honda accessories Check with your dealer for assistance and always follow these guidelines Make sure the accessory does not reduce gr...

Page 21: ...our motorcycle s handling stability and braking making it unsafe to ride Because safety vehicle movement and clearance must be taken into consideration you must consult your tyre maker or Honda dealer...

Page 22: ...could cause serious injury Others provide important safety information Read this information carefully and don t remove the labels If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your dealer for...

Page 23: ...the motorcycle to be serviced only by your dealer DANGER with RED background You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions WARNING with ORANGE background You CAN be KILLED or S...

Page 24: ...dling the battery has a proper understanding of the hazards and correct handling procedures involved Handle battery electrolyte with extreme care as it contains dilute sulfuric acid Exposure to eyes o...

Page 25: ...Children should only use these vehicles under the permanent supervision of an adult responsible of their safety Operating this vehicle if you are under the age of 6 increases your chance of severe in...

Page 26: ...ricated 25 35 mm 1 0 1 4 in Freeplay REAR CUSHION LABEL GAS FILLED Do not open Do not heat CE MARK ED type only CRF125F Engine net power 6 6 kW Machine mass 87 kg CRF125FB Engine net power 6 6 kW Mach...

Page 27: ...17 CE MARK ED type only USE CAUTION LABEL DRIVE CHAIN LABEL BATTERY LABEL ED type only CRF125F CRF125FB REAR CUSHION LABEL 32K28B00 book 17...

Page 28: ...18 PARTS LOCATION Ignition switch Front brake lever Throttle grip Start button Fuel fill cap Engine stop button Clutch lever 32K28B00 book 18...

Page 29: ...19 Throttle stop screw Engine idle speed Ignition switch Engine oil drain bolt Footpeg Spark arrester Kickstarter Oil fill cap dipstick Spark plug Rear brake pedal 32K28B00 book 19...

Page 30: ...20 Fuel valve Drive chain Battery Main fuse Side stand Footpeg Shift lever Crankcase breather tube Choke lever Air cleaner Front brake caliper 32K28B00 book 20...

Page 31: ...e brake pads are not worn beyond the recommended limit page 87 there is probably air in the brake system and it must be bled See your dealer for this service Brake Fluid Level With the motorcycle in a...

Page 32: ...kwise 4 Tighten the lock nut Return the dust cover to its normal position Lock nut torque 5 9 N m 0 6 kgf m 4 4 lbf ft 5 Apply the brake release it then spin the wheel and check that it rotates freely...

Page 33: ...ghten the lock nut Brake Adjustment 1 Place the motorcycle on its side stand 2 Measure the distance the rear brake pedal 3 moves before the brake starts to take hold Freeplay should be 10 20 mm 0 4 0...

Page 34: ...the brake pedal is released If proper adjustment cannot be obtained by this method see your dealer After adjustment push the brake arm 6 to confirm that there is a gap between the rear brake adjustin...

Page 35: ...4 0 8 in 1 Pull back the rubber dust cover 2 2 Loosen the lock nut 3 and turn the clutch cable adjuster 4 Tighten the lock nut and check the adjustment 3 If the adjuster is threaded out near its limit...

Page 36: ...se the clutch lever and open the throttle The motorcycle should begin to move smoothly and accelerate gradually If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the clutch does not work correctly see your d...

Page 37: ...el supply to the carburetor RES With the fuel valve in the RES position fuel will flow from the reserve fuel supply to the carburetor Use the reserve fuel only when the main supply is gone Refill the...

Page 38: ...he filler neck 4 After refueling be sure to tighten the fuel fill cap firmly by turning it clockwise Insert the breather tube into the steering stem nut Petrol is highly flammable and explosive You ca...

Page 39: ...ark knock or pinking occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of petrol If spark knock or pinking persists consult your dealer Failure to do so is considered misuse and damage c...

Page 40: ...ol containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors The use of petrol containing more than 10 ethanol or more than 5 methanol may Damage the painting of the fuel tank...

Page 41: ...it idle for 3 5 minutes 3 Stop the engine After 2 3 minutes remove the oil fill cap dipstick wipe it clean and reinsert the oil fill cap dipstick without screwing it in Remove the oil fill cap dipstic...

Page 42: ...type off road and size Also your tyres must be in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated It is important to properly replace parts according to the replacement schedule We recommen...

Page 43: ...riding comfort Generally underinflated tyres wear unevenly adversely affect handling and are more likely to fail from being overheated Underinflated tyres can also cause wheel damage in rocky terrain...

Page 44: ...r you check the tyre pressures you should also examine the tyre treads and sidewalls for wear damage and foreign objects Look for Bumps or bulges in the side of the tyre or the tread Replace the tyre...

Page 45: ...tube that is repaired may not have the same reliability as a new one and it may fail while you are riding If you need to make a temporary repair by patching a tube or using an aerosol sealant ride ca...

Page 46: ...ly tube The recommended wheels for your motorcycle are Front CRF125F 17 1 4 CRF125FB 19 1 4 Rear CRF125F 14 1 85 CRF125FB 16 1 85 Whenever you replace a tyre use one that is equivalent to the original...

Page 47: ...ized use of the motorcycle Before riding insert the key and turn it to the ON position After parking the motorcycle remove the key 1 Ignition switch 1 OFF ON ON OFF Key Position Function Key Removal O...

Page 48: ...START BUTTON The start button 1 is next to the throttle grip When the start button is pressed the starter motor cranks the engine See page 45 for the starting procedure 1 Start button 1 32K28B00 book...

Page 49: ...39 ENGINE STOP BUTTON The engine stop button 1 is next to the left handlebar grip Push the button in and hold it in until the engine stops completely 1 Engine stop button 1 32K28B00 book 39...

Page 50: ...2 Pull both side cover prongs 3 out of the rubber grommets 4 Installation 1 Slide the top of the side cover under the bottom edge of the seat 2 Align the side cover prongs with the rubber grommets Pr...

Page 51: ...r 2 Remove the seat up and back Installation 1 Set the seat prong 3 into the hook on the frame while aligning the slot 4 on the seat with the stud 5 on the fuel tank 2 Insert the seat bolts 6 into the...

Page 52: ...akage page 21 Rear Adjust freeplay if necessary pages 23 24 4 Tyres check condition and pressure pages 32 35 5 Spokes and rim lock check and tighten if necessary page 82 6 Drive chain check condition...

Page 53: ...igh tension terminal check for looseness pages 71 72 11 Engine stop button check for proper function page 39 12 Nuts bolts fasteners check the front and rear wheels to see that the axle nuts are tight...

Page 54: ...lect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage Do not run the engine with the garage door closed Even with the door open run the engine only long enough to move your motorcycle out of the garage Do n...

Page 55: ...e top of its stroke With the throttle slightly open operate the kickstarter Kick from the top of the stroke through to the bottom with a rapid continuous motion NOTICE Allowing the kickstarter to snap...

Page 56: ...r below 1 Follow steps 1 3 under Normal Air Temperature 2 Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle slightly 3 Continue warming up the engine until it will idle smoothly with the choke le...

Page 57: ...ess the start button for 5 seconds Follow the High Air Temperature Starting Procedure page 46 Using the kickstarter If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts it may be flooded with excess f...

Page 58: ...ur motorcycle s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you ride during the first operating day or 25 km 15 miles During this period avoid full throttle starts and rapid ac...

Page 59: ...ing pull in the clutch lever and depress the shift lever to shift into 1st low gear 3 Slowly release the clutch lever and at the same time gradually increase engine speed by opening the throttle Coord...

Page 60: ...e next lower gear the rear wheel may lose traction resulting in a possible loss of vehicle control Do not shift gears without disengaging the clutch and closing the throttle The engine and drive train...

Page 61: ...cle When possible reduce speed or brake before entering a turn closing the throttle or braking in mid turn may cause wheel slip Wheel slip will reduce control of the motorcycle When riding in wet or r...

Page 62: ...reduce the possibility of rolling off the side stand or overturning 3 Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the key ANTI THEFT TIPS 1 Be sure the registration information for your motorcycle is acc...

Page 63: ...ding conditions More frequent service is needed if you subject your motorcycle to severe use such as competition or ride in unusually wet or dusty areas Frequent servicing of the air cleaner is especi...

Page 64: ...Honda technician or other qualified mechanic instructions are included in this manual only to assist in emergency service Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn y...

Page 65: ...help prevent the motorcycle from falling over park it on a firm level surface using the side stand or a maintenance stand to provide support To reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion be careful...

Page 66: ...ons of Honda by properly trained and equipped technicians Your dealer meets all of these requirements Should be serviced by your dealer unless the owner has proper tools and service data and is mechan...

Page 67: ...600 1 200 1 800 2 400 NOTE MONTH 1 6 12 18 24 FUEL LINE I I THROTTLE OPERATION I I 74 AIR CLEANER NOTE 1 C C C C 61 CRANKCASE BREATHER I I I I 64 SPARK PLUG I I I I 71 VALVE CLEARANCE I I I I I ENGINE...

Page 68: ...00 km 300 mi or every 3 months I L 77 DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER I I I I 78 BRAKE FLUID NOTE 2 I I I I 21 BRAKE SHOES PADS WEAR I I I I 87 88 BRAKE SYSTEM I I I I I 22 87 88 CLUTCH SYSTEM I I I I I 25 SIDE ST...

Page 69: ...59 TOOL KIT The spark plug wrench 1 and its handle 2 are stored in the tool bag 3 1 Spark plug wrench 2 Handle 3 Tool bag 1 2 3 32K28B00 book 59...

Page 70: ...ealer when ordering replacement parts Record the numbers here for your reference FRAME NO __________________________ The frame number 1 is stamped on the right side of the steering head The engine num...

Page 71: ...wet or dusty areas 1 Remove the left side cover page 40 2 Unlatch the retainer clips 1 and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 3 Unhook the set spring 3 take care to avoid bending the set spring a...

Page 72: ...Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result 7 Soak the air cleaner in gear oil SAE 80 90 until saturated then squeeze out the excess oil...

Page 73: ...upper tab 9 on the cleaner into the upper hole 10 in the air cleaner housing and the lower tab 11 into the lower hole 12 Hook the set spring Check that the air cleaner is properly seated 12 Install th...

Page 74: ...in or often at full throttle If the drain tube overflows the air filter may become contaminated with engine oil causing poor engine performance 1 Remove the crankcase breather drain tube 1 2 Drain dep...

Page 75: ...laying a circular API energy conserving or resource conserving service label on the container They may affect lubrication and clutch performance NOT RECOMMENDED OK Do not use non detergent vegetable o...

Page 76: ...ngine oil should be based on average atmospheric temperature in your riding area The following provides a guide to the selection of the proper grade or viscosity of oil to be used at various atmospher...

Page 77: ...x for engine oils for 4 stroke motorcycle engines There are two classes MA and MB Oil conforming to the standard is labeled on the oil container For example the following label shows the MA classifica...

Page 78: ...d or down a drain Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is st...

Page 79: ...ing washer on the drain bolt is in good condition and install the bolt Replace the sealing washer every other time the oil is changed or each time if necessary Oil drain bolt torque 24 N m 2 4 kgf m 1...

Page 80: ...minutes after stopping the engine check that the oil level is at the upper level mark on the oil fill cap dipstick with the motorcycle upright on firm level ground Make sure there are no oil leaks NO...

Page 81: ...engine damage could result 1 Disconnect the spark plug cap 2 Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base 3 Remove the spark plug using a spark plug wrench provided in the tool kit 4 Visually inspe...

Page 82: ...If the old plug is good 1 8 turn after it seats If installing a new plug tighten it twice to prevent loosening a First tighten the plug NGK 1 2 turn after it seats b Then loosen the plug c Next tight...

Page 83: ...with the throttle stop screw 1 4 Idle speed In neutral 1 400 100 min 1 rpm Idle Mixture 1 Adjust the fuel mixture by turning the pilot screw 2 clockwise until you hear the engine miss or decrease in...

Page 84: ...d position at both full steering positions 2 Inspect the condition of the throttle cable 1 from the throttle grip down to the carburetor If the cable is kinked chafed or improperly routed it should be...

Page 85: ...hen loosen the lock nut 3 and turn the cable adjuster 3 After adjustment check again for smooth rotation of the throttle grip from the fully closed to the fully open position with the steering to the...

Page 86: ...ation 1 Remove the bolts 1 the spark arrester 2 and the gasket 3 from the muffler 4 2 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen 5 Be careful to avoid damaging the spark arre...

Page 87: ...the engine off place the motorcycle on its side stand and shift the transmission into neutral 2 Check slack in the lower drive chain run midway between the sprockets Drive chain slack should be adjus...

Page 88: ...e drive chain to determine whether the chain is worn beyond its service limit Remove the drive chain and measure the distance between a span of pins from pin centre to pin centre If the distance excee...

Page 89: ...ent If the drive chain requires adjustment the procedure is as follows 1 Place a support block under the engine to raise the rear wheel off the ground 2 Loosen the rear axle nut 1 3 Loosen the lock nu...

Page 90: ...ck nuts by holding the adjusting nuts with a spanner 7 Recheck drive chain slack 8 Rear brake pedal freeplay is affected when repositioning the rear wheel to adjust drive chain slack Check rear brake...

Page 91: ...vents for cleaning the drive chain A fire or explosion could result 3 Inspect the sprocket teeth for possible wear or damage 4 Lubricate the drive chain page 80 5 Pass the chain over the sprockets and...

Page 92: ...f runout is noticeable see your dealer for inspection Maintenance of spoke tension and wheel trueness are critical to safe motorcycle operation During the first 150 km 100 miles spokes will loosen mor...

Page 93: ...e axle nut 1 3 Remove the front axle shaft 2 wheel and side collars Do not depress the brake lever when the wheel is off the motorcycle The caliper pistons will be forced out of the cylinders with sub...

Page 94: ...front axle nut to the specified torque Front axle nut torque 62 N m 6 3 kgf m 46 lbf ft 4 After installing the wheel apply the brake several times and then check if the wheel rotates freely Recheck th...

Page 95: ...t the brake rod 2 from the brake arm 3 4 Loosen the lock nuts 4 and adjusting nuts 5 on the chain adjusters on both sides 5 Unscrew the axle nut 6 and pull out the axle shaft 7 Push the wheel forward...

Page 96: ...lbf ft 2 Adjust the drive chain pages 77 78 3 Adjust the rear brake page 23 4 Apply the brake several times and check for free wheel rotation after the brake pedal is released If a torque wrench is n...

Page 97: ...ad conditions Generally the pads will wear faster on wet and dirty roads Inspect the pads at each regular maintenance interval page 56 Front Brake Check the wear limit groove 1 in each pad If either p...

Page 98: ...moves toward a reference mark 3 on the brake panel 4 If the arrow aligns with the reference mark on full application of the brake the brake shoes must be replaced See your dealer for this service Whe...

Page 99: ...be permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed This symbol on the battery means that this product must not be treated as household waste NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to...

Page 100: ...hen disconnect the positive terminal lead 3 4 Release the battery holder band 4 from the hook 5 Pull out the battery from the battery box Installation 1 Reinstall in the reverse order of removal Be su...

Page 101: ...lly indicates a short circuit or an overload in the electrical system See your dealer for repair NOTICE Never use a fuse with a different rating from that specified Serious damage to the electrical sy...

Page 102: ...e wire connector 4 of the starter magnetic switch 4 Pull out the fuse If the main fuse is blown install a new fuse The spare main fuse 5 is located under the starter magnetic switch 5 Reconnect the wi...

Page 103: ...cycle is operated Check security of all fork and handlebar mounting bolts 1 Operating the motorcycle with loose worn or damaged steering or front suspension components may adversely affect vehicle han...

Page 104: ...ock Freeplay indicates worn bearings 2 Check all suspension component attachment points 2 for security of their fasteners 3 Check for oil leaks in the shock absorber units If any suspension components...

Page 105: ...eck the side stand spring 1 for damage and loss of tension and the side stand assembly for freedom of movement If the side stand is squeaky or stiff clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt w...

Page 106: ...ur motorcycle is still warm from recent operation give the engine and exhaust system time to cool off We recommend avoiding the use of high pressure water spray typical in coin operated car washes NOT...

Page 107: ...rcycle They will damage the plastic and painted surfaces 4 After cleaning rinse the motorcycle thoroughly with plenty of clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth Strong detergent residue can corrod...

Page 108: ...the top coat design the seat surface tends to catch and trap dirt or dust in its texture Using plenty of water clean the seat with a sponge and mild detergent After washing dry with a soft clean cloth...

Page 109: ...position using motorcycle tie down straps Avoid using rope which can loosen and allow the motorcycle to fall over To secure your motorcycle brace the front wheel against the front of the truck bed or...

Page 110: ...pension is compressed about half way Too much pressure is unnecessary and could damage the fork seals Use another tie down strap to keep the rear of the motorcycle from moving We recommend that you do...

Page 111: ...ycle is removed from storage STORAGE 1 Change the engine oil 2 Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into an approved petrol container Reinstall the fuel fill cap on the tank To assure proper performance...

Page 112: ...e several times to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug and spark plug cap 4 Remove the battery Store in an area protected from freezing temperatures and direct sunlight Slow charge the battery...

Page 113: ...than 4 months have passed since the start of storage 3 Charge the battery as required Install the battery 4 Fill the fuel tank with fresh petrol 5 Perform all Pre ride Inspection checks page 42 6 Test...

Page 114: ...n of your motorcycle If the engine is still running turn it off and look it over carefully inspect it for fluid leaks check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts and secure such parts as the handle...

Page 115: ...25F 1 220 mm 48 0 in CRF125FB 1 255 mm 49 4 in CAPACITIES Engine oil After draining 0 9 1 0 US qt 0 8 Imp qt After disassembly 1 0 1 1 US qt 0 9 Imp qt Fuel tank 4 3 1 14 US gal 0 95 Imp gal Fuel rese...

Page 116: ...clearance Cold Intake 0 10 mm 0 004 in Exhaust 0 15 mm 0 006 in CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION Caster 27 30 Trail CRF125F 81 mm 3 2 in CRF125FB 94 mm 3 7 in Tyre size front CRF125F 70 100 17M C 40M CRF125FB 7...

Page 117: ...duction 3 250 Gear ratio 1st 3 181 2nd 1 705 3rd 1 238 4th 0 916 Final reduction CRF125F 3 538 CRF125FB 3 769 ELECTRICAL Battery YTX4L BS 12V 3Ah 10HR 3 2Ah 20HR Alternator 0 08kW 5 000 min 1 rpm FUSE...

Page 118: ...ement 3 dB A Vibration on seat Not exceed 0 5 m s2 EN1032 Operating conditions 97 24 EC Chapter 9 stationary noise Uncertainty of measurement N A Vibration on handlegrip Not exceed 2 5 m s2 ISO5349 20...

Page 119: ...thorised representative for EU market Sundiro Honda Motorcycle Co Ltd No 188 Jiasong Middle Road Huaxin Qingpu District Shanghai China Honda Motor Europe Ltd Belgian Branch p a Honda Motor Europe Ltd...

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