Yamaha WR125R, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Battery
A poorly maintained battery will corrode
and discharge quickly. The electrolyte
level, battery lead connections and
breather hose routing should be
checked before each ride and at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart.
To check the electrolyte level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the electro-
lyte level.
2. Remove panel A. (See page 6-7.)
3. Check the electrolyte level in the
battery.
TIP
The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
4. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise it to the maximum
level mark.
NOTICE: Use only
distilled water, as tap water con-
tains minerals that are harmful
to the battery.
[ECA10611]
WARNING
EWA10770
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
1
2
+
UPPER
LOWER
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