Performing the various operations requires both a solid knowledge in mechanics and the set of SHERCO tools specific to the 125 SE-R engines. This workshop manual serves as a complement to the SHERCO 125 SE-R user’s manual...
STANDARD ADJUSTMENT SHOCK ABSORBER Factory Settings – KAYABA shock absorber Low-speed compression Comfort 20 clicks back Standard 14 clicks back Sport 12 clicks back High-speed compression Comfort 2,5 turns back Standard 1.5 turns back Sport 1 turn back Rebound Comfort 15 clicks back Standard 13 clicks back...
REMOVING / REISTALLING THE ENGINE REMOVING THE ENGINE WARNING To remove the engine, you must remove the swing arm axle, the swing arm and the rear wheel. To keep the bike from falling, remember to support the chassis with an appropriate jack. Drain (refer to the owner’s manual) •...
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Gear box drainage [2], • Remove drainage plugs the oil flow out. ❱❘ Gear box drainage • Unfold the safety washer tab using a pushing device. [4]. • Remove the gearbox output pinion • Remove the screw first first and then the selector.
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Removal of the cylinder head / the cylinder / the piston • Remove the shoulder screws release both the cylinder head and the two O-rings • Remove all four nuts and the cylinder • Cover the casing. •...
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Disassemble the clutch cover Unscrew the water pump screws and cover. • Remove the form joint Remove the screws first and then the clutch • casing. Extract the joint. ❱❘ Removal of both the pressure tray and discs •...
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Removal of the electric starter • Unscrew both screws ❱❘ Removal of the main transmission • Block the pinion at the end of the crankshaft [3]. using tool reference 1817 • Unscrew the main transmission nut [4] and then remove it with the tapered washer.
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Removal of the locking mechanism With a screwdriver, push back on the scorpion so • that it no longer makes contact with the selection star; next, remove the selection shaft CAUTION Be extremely careful with the washer left at the casing bottom.
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Removal of the starter • Take out the starter ❱❘ Intake pipe and clapper box Remove all 4 screws • Remove the pipe clapper box and the gasket • ❱❘ Separate out the half casings • Reposition the engine so that the ignition side is facing you.
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY ❱❘ Removal of the speed selection • Remove the transmission gearbox lubrication [1]. tube • Remove the two selector fork shafts push them to the side to free the drum. • Now disengage the selection drum from its bearing.
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Connecting rod assembly • If the roller bearings have been changed, then the internal ring that sits against the balance weight must also be changed. Heat the R464 tool to roughly 150°C, then • immediately insert it onto the internal ring. Ensure that the tool sits squarely on the ring in order to more effectively transmit the heat and extract the ring...
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Crank head lateral clearance • Measuring the lateral clearance of the crank [A]. head Crank head lateral clearance: Standard: 0.7 mm - 0.9 mm Tolerance limit: 1.15 mm If the clearance exceeds the tolerance limit, replace the crankshaft. ❱❘...
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Cross sectional clearance • Insert the segment into the cylinder and install it with the piston (at approx. 10 mm from the upper edge of the cylinder). • With a shim, it is possible to measure the cross- sectional clearance. Cross-sectional clearance: max.
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Disassemble the exhaust valve system Disassemble all parts, clean them, and verify their condition and state of wear. For this step, follow the disassembly and control procedure. • Remove the M10 [1] nut from the valve shaft using a 13mm wrench •...
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ENGINE PARTS CONTROL • Remove the washers [3] from the axle. • Remove the connecting screw [4]. • Remove the M5 screw [5] and remove the right valve cover. • Disassemble the half valves on either side of the cylinder. CAUTION Before to reassemble the valve, clean all the parts and making sure that there is no trace...
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Assemble the exhaust valve system Refit the two half valves then fit the right • valve cover making sure that it is in the up position. • Install the M5 screw without tightening it. • Fit the connecting screw of the half-valves and tighten to 6 Nm.
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Exhaust valve setting Position the valve motor bracket and tighten the M5 screws to 8 Nm. Install the valve adjustment tool ref 10480 as indicated on the drawing. Position the exhaust valve against the stop on tool 8028 then tighten the valve shaft nut to 20 Nm.
ENGINE PARTS CONTROL ❱❘ Clapper box pipe, Pipe intake sleeve • Over time, the carbon tabs gradually lose their elasticity, which in turn causes a loss in power. • Replace the worn or damaged gearbox. • Verifier the condition of the intake sleeve, especially if it is not split.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY For the blow-up drawings, please refer to the 125SE-R spare parts catalogue ❱❘ Connecting Rod Assembly Insert the connecting rod assembly into the • ball bearing by the top, in exercising precaution, until reaching the sto CAUTION The crank must be positioned on the cylinder side.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Assembly of the half casings • Install the transmission gearbox lubrication tube on the right-hand half-casing. • Install the O-ring on the gearbox lubrication tube. CAUTION Beware of the tube indexation, flat spot on the oil plug rivet side •...
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Selection mechanism • Place the spring into the casing with the curved strand pointing upwards. • Insert the spacer, the locking finger and the washer, then coat the CHC M6 x 20 screw with blue brake fluid and assemble all the parts.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Main transmission and clutch • Lubricate the connecting rod assembly gasket. • Install the half-moon wedge in its housing. • Insert the pinion with the shoulder in a downward position onto the crankshaft shank. [1], • Insert the washer housing spacer and pre- lubricated needle cage on the main shaft.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Clutch discs pressure plate • Oil the push finger and insert it onto the main shaft. • Prior to the assembly step, oil the lined discs. • Begin with a lined disc. The 8 lined discs and the 7 smooth discs are positioned in an alternating pattern.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Piston and cylinder • Oil the parts well before lifting. • Insert the needle bearing into the foot crank, position the piston (the arrow on top of the piston is pointed toward the exhaust). • Place the shaft and clips with the open side downward.
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Clapper box and pipe intake • Install a gearbox joint with new clappers. • Place the complete clapper box into the intake pipe. Assemble the intake pipe with the four M6 • screws and its metal collar. ❱❘...
ENGINE REASSEMBLY ❱❘ Ignition assembly and its cover • Place the half-moon wedge in its housing on the connecting rod assembly. • Insert the rotor on the connecting rod assembly. • Apply blue brake fluid on the threading. • Insert tool 1815, install the nut and tighten to 80 N-m. •...
TABLE OF CARBURETOR SETTINGS ALTITUDE TEMPÉRATURE -20°C -6°C 6°C 16°C 25°C 37°C ↓ → -7°C 5°C 15°C 24°C 36°C 49°C 3000 m Air screw 2301 m Idle jet 1,5 T 1,5 T 1,75 T 1,75 T Needle Needle position N1EE N1EE N1EF N1EF...
ELECTRICAL PART ❱❘ Electrical components Position Designation Position Designation Coil Temperature sensor Hall sensor Battery Starter Regulator Alternator Relays Valve motor...
ELECTRICAL PART ❱❘ 1- Fan control Disconnect the fan from the harness. • Connect a 12v battery directly to the fan • as shown in the diagram. Check to make sure the fan run • smoothly without any excessive noise. ❱❘...
ELECTRICAL PART ❱❘ 4-Battery check – Connect a multimeter to the battery • terminals and check its voltage la Value read: 12.8V Battery charged 12.7V or less Charge battery Less than 12V Replace battery ❱❘ 5-starter check Remove the starter and position it in a •...
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