Engine

Checking the transmission

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1. Measure:

  • Main axle runout (with a centering device and dial gauge "1") Out of specification Replace
    the main axle.
Checking the transmission

2. Measure:

  • Drive axle runout (with a centering device and dial gauge "1") Out of specification Replace
    the drive axle.
Checking the transmission

3. Check:

  • Transmission gears Blue discoloration/pitting/wear
    Replace the defective gear(s).
  • Transmission gear dogs Cracks/damage/rounded edges
    Replace the defective gear(s).
Checking the transmission

4. Check:

  • Transmission gear engagement (each pinion gear to its respective wheel gear) Incorrect Reassemble the
    transmission axle assemblies.

5. Check:

  • Transmission gear movement Rough movement Replace the
    defective part(s).

Test yourself

A quick Yamaha YZF-R125 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.