Periodic maintenance and adjustment

Valve clearance

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The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.

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