Hi guys, As I mentioned my scoot has died, so, a replacement has been bought, a Yamaha Riva 125 CC, 1994 Now I know these dont have a fuel filter on them, but that is no issue, I have a spare (always) there are a couple of points coming to mind, firstly, The oil filter is the 'wet' type, the manual says to dampen with motor oil, how much is needed (roughly) and what is the best way to go about this? Secondly, the rear break is on a foot peddle, are there any particular maintenance that needs doing to this, and how is the best to go about it? Also, are there any other quirks of these lovely looking older scoots that I need to know, any and all advice welcomed here! Sean
No idea about the first,but 2nd - always make sure your pivot points,are well lubricated with quality viscous lubricant..not too thin,so it does'nt spread and contaminate other areas.
Thanks Mark, would general purpose grease be OKAY for that? or should I be looking for something else? Sean
Always get myself a manual,when I 1st buy a bike- in order to familiarise myself with the features/necc.tooling & lubricants.., then after I pick myself up,off the floor,after i've fainted.bearing in mind the prices they'd like to charge.!!.,find comparable,similar & suitable products,that don't usually end up,having to take out a bank loan. .
I think the manual was included in the sale of the bike, im just waiting for her to be delivered I am so so excited right now! thanks for the advice dude
Oh yeah I will do, she is an older lady, (actually older than my other half) and coming off a chinese scoot, I am looking forward to many many things Sean
Being around a bit longer,smart too look at it from a realistic perspective - can't think a bike the way you want it to be..
nope, you really cannot, my first 50 taught me to look as it is, not as the way I way wanted it to be!
My 1st 50,was too busy making me smile my arse off.- coulda been bright pink,with tassels on end of bars,for all I cared..
XD So was mine actually, it was bright orange, many patches of fiberglass, not reliable at all, BUT she was MINE, same as my Pulse, that was my first 125, that was insanely god fun, and I am looking forward to my new friend, Sean
Stated riding in the 70's,'legally' in the 80's - did'nt get my 1st rode legal 50 otr,till 2 years ago............ .
Ahhh so you have a few years of experience I did my CBT just over 18 months ago, been on the road constantly since Sean
Hi for the filter - just give it a good spray with some 3 in one in an aerosol. Not WD 40. WD 40 is not oil - although it seems like it. It's great for electrics (because it is hygroscopic - it repels water) but it's crap for lubrification as it dries/evaporates. 3 in 1 is actually light oil and is ideally suited for air filters. For the rear brake - I would daub the moving parts with axle grease. It's a good rust preventer and it makes the system smooth and progressive.
that is perfect, I have 3 in 1 i the 'shop WD-40 I knew that little fact about, hence I tend not to have more tha a little can of the stuff... One other question is how often do the filters usually need dampening again? thanks for the advice mate and sorry for more questions... Sean
The answer is not often or even at all. If it's a 2 stroke. There is a lot of 'blow-back' from the carb (the piston is trying to force air out of the crank case on it's way down and the reed box can't entirely stop it). Since it contains oil and petrol - it takes care of itself. This is why airboxes have a bleed hole - because over time, the box can get pretty drenched in oil. If it's a 4 stroke - maybe give it some attention when you change the oil.
thank you muchly, Mine is the 4 stroke 125, so that makes life easier! I have tucked away the other bits you guys have added for future use Sean
