Yamaha XMAX YP125R - Service manual > Checking the brake fluid level

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.

TIP

• Place the vehicle on the centerstand.
• Make sure the vehicle is upright.

2. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark "a" → Add the recommended brake fluid to the proper level.

Front brake

Recommended fluid DOT 4

Rear brake

Recommended fluid DOT 4

A. Front brake

B. Rear brake

WARNING

• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to deteriorate, causing leakage and poor brake performance.
• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction, leading to poor brake performance.
• When refilling, be careful that water does not enter the brake master cylinder reservoir.

  Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.

NOTICE

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up any spilt brake fluid immediately.

TIP

In order to ensure a correct reading of the brake fluid level, make sure the top of the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal.

Checking the front brake pads

The following procedure applies to all of the brake pads.

1. Operate the brake.

2. Check:

• Front brake pad

Wear indicator grooves "a" have almost disappeared → Replace the brake pads as a set.

Checking the rear brake pads (YP125R)

The following procedure applies to all of the brake pads.

1. Operate the brake.

2. Check:

• Rear brake pad Wear limit "a" reached → Replace the brake pads as a set.

Limit 0.8 mm (0.03 in)

Checking the rear brake pads (YP250R)

The following procedure applies to all of the brake pads.

1. Operate the brake.

2. Check:

• Rear brake pad

Wear indicator groove "a" has almost disappeared → Replace the brake pads as a set.

Checking the front brake hose

1. Check:

• Brake hose "1"

Cracks/damage/wear → Replace.

2. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the front brake several times.

3. Check:

• Brake hose

Brake fluid leakage → Replace the damaged hose.

Checking the rear brake hose

1. Check:

• Brake hose "1"

Cracks/damage/wear → Replace.

2. Check:

• Brake hose holder "2"

Loose connection → Connect.

A. YP125R

B. YP250R

3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times.

4. Check:

• Brake hose

Brake fluid leakage → Replace the damaged hose.

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