Looking for a Honda NSR 125 (2000-2003) Manual or User Guide

[M4RK]

Hey, hope everyone's ok.

I'm interested in getting a 2000-2003 Honda NSR125 (I think it's known as the RR model) for my first bike after I'm able to save up and then get my CBT sorted out. I've been trying to find a workshop manual, or a even a basic user guide so I'm able to find out a bit more about the bike.

Just looking to find out general information (including an overview of the bike layout and controls) and specifications (some of which can be found on various websites), and basic maintenance including everyday checks and where to fill up the 2-stroke oil.

I've found and managed to download a service manual for the older model NSR 125 F and NSR 125 R, but as I'm just starting to get into the technical side of bikes, I'm struggling to take much of it in at the moment.

Any help or input would be greatly appreciated.

Many Thanks,

Mark

[etnieschick2]

Hi Mark,

Sorry to let you down, I'm not about to tell you I know where to get either of these, but if you find out can you let me know, and vice versa. I bought one last week!! ;o)
Got a few things I want to do to her from advice of others and readin up but just need one for reference and to know where/how to access certain parts, probably obvious stuff but seems as it's my first bike Im no genious at it thats for sure!

;o)

[ncrn]

I know it is frowned upon to link to other forums but https://www.nsr125.co.uk has most of the info you need including of links to manuals.

With regards to controls I can write up something for you tomorrow if you are struggling?
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[Kickstart]

Hi

Not sure there is a full manual for the later ones. The early manual pretty much covers it, and there is a supplement for the later ones but it is pretty short and not really necessary.

All the best

Keith
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[etnieschick2]

1st time I ever been on any type of forum thing - immediate replys ;o) I am impressed!
Yea I thought it was hard coz their not made anymore. I found like an audio version on Ebay but thought that'd do my head in to be honest, not the sort of thing you can easily scan, lol!! Think that was old one anyway.
Did wonder about manuals for the NSR 125 R, as opposed to the 'RR' and how similar it'd be if I found one of those. God knows, if anyone knew what Id been up to last few days they'd not stop laughin, infact they haven't! Chick is not even the word I tell ya ;o)

Question tho, one person tells me oil is under seat, another says tank, i be beeped if I can get under either to find out! ;o(

Oh yeah thanks 'ncrn' by the way, gonna check it out now

[M4RK]

[ncrn]

The manual is for the older styled NSR, but its only the body work that changed really, the majority of the bike is identical I use the old manual for my 03 NSR.

And yeah I was gonna be cleaning up my NSR tomorrow, I'll take some shots of the controls and explain what they do, it is basic stuff all in all but when I got on mine first time I had no idea (I thought the clutch was the rear brake still ).
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[M4RK]

Lol, ok. I'll have another look through the manual I've got and see what I can find out.

If you have the time, I'd really appreciate that. I'm sure it would benefit many other people starting off too. I've got some of the basics from looking at different books and sites, but like I said, just trying to find out more about the NSR so that would be really cool.

Thank you,

[M4RK]

[etnieschick2]

No don't do it, lol!! I made this exact mistake only this morning ;o(
The cap and 'sightglass' you're gonna see if you look behind towards the nsr panel on the front fairing is infact the gearbox oil!! Don't do what I do and add your 2 stroke to it *cringe*.
I was told by the guy at the bike shop I went to this afternoon to now drain that out *boooo* and refill with correct stuff. I've bought some, but to be honest when it takes 600-750cl of oil, and I only added about 10ml I may not bother, but will check with someone before taking her out. Pretty sure the oil is under the seat ;o)

[M4RK]

Lol, oh no! Sorry to hear about your oil mistake, but hopefully it hasn't caused any damage. I guess loads of people will make mistakes like that to start with, but it's just a case of learning from it.

Yea, definately check with someone just in case but like you said, just adding 10ml hopefully shouldn't be too much of a problem.

Looking forward to when I have the money to start looking for a bike, can't wait.

How old's your bike, what colour scheme is it?

[etnieschick2]

Here she is ;o) I'm a bit gutted tho she has a tiny rip in the seat that has a bit of black gaffa over it, it's literally no wider than an inch square, but I'd still like to replace the seat! I know Im bein a girl about it when I only got her to get experience for a year, but hey, Im a girl so....;o) Was annoyed I wasn't told b4 I went 2.5 hours up the road to get it 2 be fair!
And yea, you do learn by mistakes, and Ive learnt loads in a wk! ;o) Not to mention met loads of people, especially the team of guys that work in my local bike shop that ive been in 4 days in a row, he he.

[M4RK]

Looks really good, I definately think the NSR is one of the nicest looking 125s. Can't wait until I'm able to put up a photo when I eventually get mine.

That's a shame about the seat, but hopefully you'll be able to get something sorted out.

What sort of bike are you looking at next if you're just keeping this one for the year?

Lol, glad to hear you're learning more and meeting lots of people. I still haven't been able to see and sit on a NSR, there's a Honda dealers not too far away but I've never seen one there. Hopefully I'll be able to find one soon!

[etnieschick2]

Just keep lookin in the bike trader and when you see one locally go view it and sit on! They aren't too high, especially in comparison to the new YZF's! The aprillias are just as sexy I think, infact dare I say it I think I prefered the one I sat on in a showroom yesterday, but for a first 125 I still think the NSR for obvious reasons of a honda engine!

I'm hoping to get a GSX 600 next year, and stick with that for a good few years, may not even go higher than a 600. I made sure the jacket and helmet I got this wk will also match the GSX so I don't need to change all my kit. Unless I drop or crash the helmet obviously!

[M4RK]

Yea, that might be worth a try going to view one from Bike Trader. I keep looking at the site, day dreaming of what one would be best for me to get but haven't got round to thinking about going to see one yet.

I'm not really worried about the bike being too high. Being 6"2, and a large build, I'm really hoping I won't be too big for the bike! That's why I'm trying to look for one to view and sit on sometime soon.

I really like the newer Aprilia RS125s, I like the modern, sharper designs. The older model RS125s are still nice, but part of me finds the look of them too rounded and curvy. The YZF R is a nice looking bike.

I've mainly thought about the NSR because I wanted a near to full size, nice looking and reliable 125cc sports bike that I could get relatively cheap second hand, but still look modern and keep up with modern bikes. From what I know so far, I think the NSR is the perfect choice.

The GSX 600 seems a really nice bike. Lol, and it's cool to hear you've got all your kit sorted out for it in advance. What jacket did you go for?

Haven't thought about what bike I'd like after I do the CBT and get an NSR, but I'd most likely get a full license sorted out after I'm 21 and then try looking at a 600cc too.

[etnieschick2]

YZF definately the highest bike so best for taller peeps ;o) but yea, money may prevent that and to be fair even if you had that money wouldnt' want to be wastin in on a 125!! I was tip toing when I was sat on it and I'm 5'7 so not a short chick!

I'll be honest I just wanna get to the GSX!
I don't really like riding a 'sports' 125 and sorta think Id rather have a streetbike, dare I say it!! They just sound crap and with L's on its just embarrasing.
I'm used to being pillion on big bikes so......
Everyone got to start somewhere tho I guess and I just needed my years no claims and to get past 25, for insurance and test reasons, before getting my GSX.

I saw the new Aprillia on Sunday and I'd agree it looks nice!! Real nice actually, and if I was spending that sorta money on a 125 I'd find it hard to choose between that and the YZF.

[M4RK]

Yea, I agree with you on those bikes, but also agree that I wouldn't want to spend that much money on a 125. I think for the money, the NSR is a really good compromise.

The GSX does sound like a really nice bike. What else did you consider when thinking about a 600, or did you go for the GSX straight away?

I'm not too worried by the idea of riding a sports 125, I'm just looking forward to it. Like you said, everyones got to start somewhere and if it's good enough for 125cc MotoGP riders to start off with, it's going to be good enough for me to start off with on the road.

As for the L plates, I don't think I'll see them as too much of a big deal as I'll just be really glad to have the bike. In time I might get a bit fed up with them, but hopefully by then I'll be at a stage where I'm ready to take my test and start looking at bigger bikes.

[ncrn]

Sorry I didn't do this yesterday got too distracted riding and cleaning, but as promised;

https://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g123/ncrn/handcontrols.jpg

1. Clutch, pull this towards you and you engage the clutch, this removes power from the engine and the bike can be stopped without stalling the engine.

2. Pass Beam, press this and both headlights are turned on full beam, can be used to flash other drivers for whatever reason.

3. Lights, can be set to parking (first stage) or low beam (second stage).

4. Horn, press this and your horn beeps .

5. Indicators, push left for left indicators, push right for right indicators. Press down to turn off indicators.

6. High Beam, press and the lights will set to high beam and the blue light will come on.

7. Ignition, can be set to on, off, or steering lock.

8. Kill Switch, press this and you will stop the spark plug from firing, if not moving this will stop the engine dead, if moving you will lose all acceleration and combustion will stop in the engine.

9. Starter Motor, starts the engine.

10. Front Brake, pull towards you to apply the brakes.

https://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g123/ncrn/17082008223.jpg

Gear lever, push up with your left foot to change up a gear, push down with your left foot change down a gear. The gears are arranged like so;

6
5
4
3
2
N
1

So when starting you select down into first, then push up into second, and keep pushing up for higher gears, and push down for lower gears. To select neutral apply a gentle push up when in 1st gear.

https://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g123/ncrn/17082008224.jpg

Rear brake, use your right foot to push the peddle down applying the rear brake, be careful not to stamp on this, be progressive when applying it.

That should cover it, got any questions then ask ^^.
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[ncrn]

Oh and I remember mention of gear box oil, see the spy glass on the right of the rear brake photo? That's where the gearbox oil is, don't add 2 stroke into there only 4 stroke oil.

2 Stroke oil goes into the chamber under the fuel tank .
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[M4RK]

Wow, huge thank you for that. I knew the basics from looking at a couple of books, but it's really cool to see it matched up to the bike and to reassure where everything is.

I'll save this page to my favourites, but will probably copy your post over to a seperate document. It'll come in handy if I need to double check on anything when the time eventually comes and I get the bike.

Only question I can think of at the moment, but this probably applies to all bikes in general; what sort of cleaning and maintenance would you carry out on a weekly basis?

I know I'm jumping ahead as it'll be some time still before I have the bike, but while I'm waiting I might as well try and find out as much as I can and be prepared.

Thanks again for your help so far, it really is much appreciated.

Mark,

[etnieschick2]

[Mr Hammers]

Unless the later versions are different, you get to the oil tank by taking off the seat. When i first got mine i couldn't for the life of me even figure out how to remove the seat.

Eventually i worked it out, and if yours is under the seat this is how you get to it;

Use the key to unlock your helmet holder, and then pull down on the lever directly beneath the holder. That will pop the seat up so you can just lift it off. Here's a pic with the lever highlighted;

https://www.planetash.net/nsr/seat-catch.jpg

If yours isn't under there, then it is more likely under the tank.

HTH
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[etnieschick2]

You're so kind putting pictures up thank you!! Nope though, it's not under my seat which was where I was expecting it to be when I took the seat off - disappointment ;o(
Where abouts under the tank will it be??
Thanks v much

[Mr Hammers]

Quick search on google, and apparently you remove the seat (we're halfway there..!) and there should be a hex bolt (allen key bolt) that holds the tank down. Undo that, and the tank should lift up, and hopefully your oil tank is under there..somewhere.

Can't show a pic this time as mine is old-style

Try that anyway..let us know how you get on.
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[etnieschick2]

You'e a star!! My gosh, I couldn't even google it correctly ;o) Thanks, I'll check it out today and let you know how it goes.
Hmm, for an independant chick I'm relying on guys a whole heap since getting my girl ;o) Thanks again!