* Oil type: JASO MA or MA2-rated motorcycle oil
* Oil viscosity: 10W-40 or 20W-50
* Oil capacity: 1.2 liters (1.3 quarts)
Recommended Engine Oils
* Yamaha Yamalube 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
* Motul 5100 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
* Castrol Power 1 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
* Shell Advance AX7 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
* Valvoline SynPower 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
Oil Change Schedule
The Yamaha YBR 125 engine oil should be changed every 3,000 miles or once a year, whichever comes first.
Checking the Oil Level
1. Make sure the motorcycle is parked on a level surface.
2. Turn off the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to settle.
3. Unscrew the oil level dipstick and wipe it clean.
4. Insert the dipstick back into the oil filler hole and screw it in.
5. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level should be between the "full" and "add" marks on the dipstick.
Adding Oil
If the oil level is low, add enough oil to bring it up to the "full" mark on the dipstick.
Changing the Oil
1. Gather the following materials:
* New engine oil (see above for recommendations)
* Oil filter (Yamaha part number 5TF-13440-00)
* Oil drain pan
* Funnel
* Wrench
2. Follow these steps to change the engine oil:
1. Run the engine for a few minutes to warm up the oil.
2. Turn off the engine and let it cool down for a few minutes.
3. Place the oil drain pan under the oil drain plug.
4. Use the wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and drain the oil.
5. Replace the oil drain plug and tighten it securely.
6. Remove the oil filter.
7. Apply a thin coat of new engine oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.
8. Screw the new oil filter onto the engine and tighten it securely.
9. Use the funnel to add new engine oil to the engine.
10. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
11. Turn off the engine and check the oil level. The oil level should be between the "full" and "add" marks on the dipstick.
