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2004-2007 Honda CR125R Service & Repair Manual
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Thos MMCe manual desalbes the S8fVlO8 procedur8$ !Of the CAI25H
Follow me Maonlenance Schedulll (SectIOf1 3) reeommendatlOtlS 10
_ur, that 1he vehICle fs If1 peak opera~ng con<IiIoon
Per10fming the first scheduled maintenance IS very Important. II
compeoS81es lor the inotlal W1l8r H'lat oocurs durong the break·ln period
Sectoons 1 and 3 apply 10 the whOle motorcycle 5ecliOrl 2 ~lustral&5
proeedu'8$ for removaVIJlStallabon 01 ~lS !hat may be requIred
10 perIotm sefVICG described in the /oIIoww'Ig secloons
SeI;bon 4 rtvough 14 desaibe pans 01 the motorcycle. grouped
8OOOf'dor'Ig 10 ~bOn
Fond !he sectIOn you warn on thIS page. then turn 10 the table 01 conlents
on !he fil$l page oIlhe sectIOI"I
Most sectlOrlli stan WIth an IIssembly Of IySIem ~1U$tratJon, serVUI
Inbmatoon and UoubIeshoollOg for 1he MCbOf'I The SUb$aquent p8I1t'S
\IMI detailed procedures.
II you doIl~ know the source 01 the trouble, go to S&cttOO 16
TroubJeshoot'ng
Your S8/ety and the salety 01 ~_ is 'o'8<y omportanl To help you
rnaII.e II'IIormed duosoons _ have pl'OVl<led safety messages and
other II\b'mallOn Ihroughoul ItuS mar'IlIIIIl 04 00\.IfSe, it is not
practl(:lolOf possible 10 warn you about aH !he hazards iISSOCIiIted
WIth tIef'I/ICIrIQ !his \IehicIe
Voo must '*' your own good jUdogement
'(QI,j will fond omportant salety onfofmallon on a I'8nety 01 lorms
Includtng
• Satety Labels - on the vehICle
• Satety Massages - preceOad by a salaly alert symbol J arid
one 01 three S'9f\1I1 words, DANGER. WARNING. Of CAUTION
These SIQIl3I worUs mean
iH'@d3ai i ~RT~I~:n.~=~~~USLY
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT
MWiW m m. ~ you dorn IoIIow IflSlI\lCtlOn5.
eMi,U.g ::~ be HURT ~ you don1 IoIIow
• IllStn.ICtIOnS - how to servICe tl'lil vehICle (:Offaetly and salely
As you read thiS manua l. yoo will lind inlormatlO/1 thai is prec&ded by a
MOTICt symtJoj The purpose 01 thIS meS$ll{le IS to help prevent
damage to your vehICle. other property. or the efMlonment
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CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE
FUEL SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
ENGINE REMOVAUINSTALLATION
CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER/PISTON
RC VALVE
CLUTCHIKICKSTARTER/GEARSHIFT LINKAGE
CRANKCASEICRANKSHAFTITRANSMISSION
FRONT WHEEUSUSPENSIONISTEERING
REAR WHEEUSUSPENSION
HYDRAULIC BRAKE
IGNITION SYSTEM/ALTERNATOR
WIRING DIAGRAMS
TROUBLESHOOTING
INDEX

SYMBOLS
The symbols used throughout this manual show specific service procedures. If supplementary information is required pertaining to
these symbols. it will be explained specifically in the 18)(1 wilhoullhe use 01 the symbols.
111
Replace the part(s) with new ona(s) before assembly.
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-, t" 'acommaodad ",loa oil, oo'a" olh.",I," ,p"dlled.
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Use molybdenum oil solution (mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum grease In a ratio of 1 : 1).
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Use multi-purpose grease (lithium based mUlti-purpose grease NLGI #2 or equivalent) .
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Use molybdenum disulfide grease (containing more than 3% molybdenum disulfide, NLGI #2 or
equivalent) .
.... Example: Molykole® BR-2 plus manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
i-s MUIlI-p"'po,. M-2 maouract"ed by M,"ubl,hi Oil , Japao
Use molybdenum disulfide paste (containing more than 40% molybdenum disulfide, NLGI #2 or
equivalent).
Example: Motykot~ G-n Paste manufactured by Dow Corning U.S.A.
~ Honda Moly 60 (U.S.A. only)
Rocol ASP manufactured by Aocol Limited, U.K.
Aocol Paste manufactured by Sumico lubricant, Japan
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Use silicone grease.
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Apply a lockIng agent. Use a mIddle strength locking agent unless otherwise speCIfied .
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Apply sealant.
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t. DOT 4 br.lk" lIuld
Usa the recommended brake flUId unless otherwIse specifIed
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.. Use Fork or SuspenSIon FlUId

1. GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES ............. ... ............................ ' -2
MODEL IDENTIFICATION ············· ·· ··············· ' -2
GENERAL SPECiFiCATIONS ······················ ·· · ' -4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS · '-6
FUEL SYSTEM SPECiFiCATIONS················· ' -6
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS .. .... .. . '-6
CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER/PISTON
SPECiFiCATIONS········································ ... ' -7
CLUTCH/KICKSTARTER/GEARSHIFT
LINKAGE SPECiFiCATIONS ·························· ' -7
CRANKCASE/ CRANKSHAFT/
TRANSMISSION SPECiFiCATIONS·············· '-8
FRONT WHEEL/ SUSPENSION/ STEERING
SPECiFiCATIONS············································' -9
REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
SPECiFiCATIONS············································ ' -9
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS ······· , -,O
IGNITION SYSTEM/ALTERNATOR
SPECiFiCATIONS··········································' - '0
STANDARD TORQUE VAlUES ··················· , -"
ENGINE & FRAME TORQUE VAlUES ········ , -"
LUBRICATION & SEAL POINTS ·················· ' -' 6
CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING ··················· ' -'8
OPTIONAL PARTS ········································ ' - 2S
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICE RULES
1. Use genuine Honda or Honda- recommended parts and lubricants or their equivalents. Parts that don 't meet Honda's
design specifications may cause damage to the motorcycle.
2. Use the special tools designed fo r this product to avoid damage and incorrect assembly.
3. Use only metric tools when servicing the motorcycle. Metric bolts, nuts and sc r ews are not interchangeable with
English fasteners.
4. Install new gaskets, O-rings. colter pins, and lock plates when reassembling.
5. When tightening bolts or nuts, begin with the larger diameter or inner bolt first. Then lighten 10 the specified torque
diagonally in incremental sleps unless a particular sequence is specified.
6. Clean parts in cleaning solvent upon disassembly . Lubricate any sliding surfaces before reassembly.
7, After reassembly, check all parts for proper installation and operation.
8. Route all electrical wires as shown on page 1- 18, Cable and Harness Routing.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
'04 model sh own:
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of
the steering head.
The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the crankcase.
The carburetor identification number is stamped on the right side of
the carburetor body.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
fENSIONS
ITEM
1
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheelbase
Seat height
Foolpeg height
Ground clearance
Dry weight
FRAME Frame type
Front suspension
Front wheel axle travel
Front suspension cushion stroke
Rear suspension
Rear wheel axle travel
Rear damper
Front lire size
Rear tire size
Tire brand
Front brake
Front brake swept area
Rear brake
Rear brake swept area
Caster angle
Trail length
I ENGINE
Fuel tank capacity
Bore and stroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
lubrication system
Cooling system
Air filtration
Crankshaft type
Engine dry weight
Cylinder arrangement
CARBURETOR Carburetor type
Venturi diameter
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'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
Front
Rear
'04:
After '04:
'04:
After '04:
SPECIFI CATI ON
2,157 mm (84.9 in)
2,163 mm (85.2 in)
821 mm (32.3 in)
1,280 mm (50.4 in)
1,282 mm (50.5 in)
1,466 mm (57.7 in)
1,470 mm (57.9 in)
952 mm (37.5 in)
954 mm (37.6 in)
436 mm (17.2 in)
439 mm (17.3 in)
349 mm (13.7 in)
352 mm (13.8 in)
87.5 kg (192.9Ibs) _ ___ _
Twin -tube
Telescopic fork
275 mm (10.8 in)
305 mm (12.0 in)
SwingarmlPro-link
325 mm (12.8 in)
320 mm (12.6 in)
Decarbon type with nitrogen gas filled
damper
80/100-21 MIC 51M
100/90-19 M/C 57M
D742F (Dunlop)
0756 (Dun l op)
Hydraulic single disc
334.5 cm
2
(51,8 in
2
)
Hydraulic single disc
391.1 cm
2
(60.6 in
2
)
25°39'
25°45'
100 mm (3.9 in )
7.7 liter (2.0 US gal, 1.7 Imp gal)
54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.13 x 2.15 in)
124.8 cm
3
17 .6 cu·in)
9.1 : 1
8.6: 1
Fuel/ oil mix
Liquid cooled
Oiled polyurethane foam
Assemble type
18.5 kg (40.8 Ibs) ~
Single cylinder, inclined 18.5° from vertical
Piston valve type
38 mm (1.5 in)

ITEM
DRIVE TRAIN Clutch system
Clutch operation system
Transmission
Primary reduction
Final reduction
Gear ralio
Gearshift panern
r- ELECTRICAL =-l Ignition system
'04:
After '04:
1st
2nd
3,d
4th
5th
GENERAL INFORMATION
I SPECIACATION
Multi-plate, wet
Cable operated
Constant mesh, 5-speeds
3.150 (63120)
4.077 (53113)
4.000 (52/13)
2.307 (30113)
1.867 (28/ 15)
Left foot operated return system,
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1.529 (26117)
1.294 (22117)
1. 130 (26/23)
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__ ~ C~D ~ I (Capa;;'d"tiv:Ce~ DC;;s:;'''''''::: rge Ign i'.c';",on",I __ -.J
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GENERAL INFORMATION
LUBRICATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
i i
FUEL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
Carburetor identification number '04:
After '04:
Main jet '04:
After '04:
Slow jet '04:
After ' 04:
Jet needle '04:
After '04:
Jet needle clip position
Air screw initial opening ' 04:
After '04:
Fl oat level
Throttle grip free play
Reed valve clearance service limit
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GN4 4-stroke oil (U.S.A. and Canada)
or equivalent motor oil
API service classification: SG or higher
JASO T 903 standard: MA
SPECIRCATIONS
TMX04A
TMX05A
#420
#430
#40
#55
6DGY26-69
6DGY28-68
3rd groove from lop
2 turns oul
1 ·314 turns out
7.5 mm (0.30 in
3 5 mm (118 1/4 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 inl
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
oran
ene glycol antifreeze containing silica-free corrosion
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GENERAL INFORMATION
CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER/PISTON SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM STANDARD
Cylinder head warpage
Cylinder f LO.
Unit: mm (in)
--==:::::' ::S~E ~R ~VICE LlMIU
0.05 (0.002) , ~
----:t~5~3~.9~7~6" 53.983 (2.1250 2.1253) 54.013 (2.1265)
53.968 53.976 (2.1247 2.1250) 54.006 (2.1262)
0.05 (0.002) Out of round
, Taper
Warpage
0.05 (o.002H
0.05 (0.002)
Piston, pisto~Piston mark directio
ec
" .:,- -.-__ _
ring Piston 0.0. i A 53 .933 - 53.940 (2.1233 - 2.1236) 53.883 (2.1214)
"IN" mark facing toward the intake"s"id""-t--,o, - ~
B
Piston 0.0. mea- '04:
surement point Aher '04:
Piston pin bore 1.0.
Piston pin 0.0.
Piston-Io-piston pin clearance
Piston ring·to -ring groove clear·
ance ('04 model)
Piston ring end gai,po.:===--
Cylinder·lo·piston clearance
Connecting rod small end 1.0.
53.925 53.933 (2. 1230 - 2.1233) 53.875 (2. 12'1 )
10 mm (0.39 In) from the bottom of skirt
11 mm (0.43 in) from the bottom of sk"irt;;----
15.002 - 15.015 (0.5906 0.5911) 15.022 (O.59 14r
14-:-994 - 15.000 (0.5903 0.5906) 14.980 (0.5900)
0.002 - 0.021 (0.0001 0.0008) 0.03 (0.00' :1
0.045 - 0.080 (0.0018 0.0031) 0.09 (0.004)
0.40 - 0.55 (0.0 16 - 0.022) 0.65 (0.026)
0.035 - 0.050 (0.001 4 - 0.0020) 0.07 (0.003)
19.002 19.014 (0.748 1 - 0.7486) 19.022 (0.7489)
CLUTCH/KICKSTARTER/GEARSHIFT LINKAGE SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
Clutch lever free play
Clutch spring fre:;e~'~'Q"9~t~h==-
Clutch outer gu~e 1.0.
Clutch disc thicknc:e~,,~;:;;:::::_
I warpage
gear 1.0.
i spindle 0.0.
Kickstarter idle gear 1.0.
Countershah 0.0. at kickstilrter idle gear
Unit: mm (in)
STANDARD _==~ S~ E~ RVICE LlM 'I'fl
-~'10 - 20 (318 - 31~4~' ~"",,=--
-----]- 36.1 (142) 35.4 (1.39)
20.000 20.021 (0.7874 0.7882) 20.05 (0.789)
2.92 3.08 (0.114~:~O.~'i21~'g~f 2.85 (0.006)
0.15 (0.008)
_t--c',,60.5~16 16.534 --+-<:'6".5",5 (0.652)
16.466-16.484 16.45 (0.648)
17.016 17.034 ~'if.:~;:, 17.0510.671 - ' --
16.983 16.994 6 __ ~_' ",6.97 (0.668)
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This Workshop Repair Manual for the HONDA CR125R covers the years 2004-2007. It contains comprehensive information for repairing, maintaining, rebuilding, refurbishing, and restoring your vehicle. Professional Technicians and Mechanics can benefit from the detailed diagnostic and repair procedures covered in this manual.
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