ATHENA Cylinder Head Insert for ATHENA cylinder kit for YAMAHA DT 125 1991-2004

The ATHENA S410485308005 cylinder head insert is designed for YAMAHA DT 125 from 1991 to 2004. On a VHM cylinder head, the combustion chamber is an interchangeable insert (or dome). Changing the insert changes the chamber volume, and therefore the compression ratio, without modifying the head: you adapt the engine to the fuel, the terrain and your riding.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: S410485308005
• EAN code: 8051757039418
• For ATHENA cylinder kit ref. P400485100019 (Ø56 mm)
• Weight: 150 g
• Engine: 2-stroke

When to change the insert?

• Switch to a different fuel (98 or race fuel with a higher octane rating).
• Engine knocking (pinking) or running hot: compression too high for the fuel.
• You want more torque on tight or sandy terrain.

Change the insert when you change fuel or type of riding, or if the engine pinks. The insert's three dimensions (volume, piston height, squish) must match your engine.

Fitting tips

1. The insert is changed with the cylinder head removed.
2. Check that the actual height of your piston at top dead centre matches the figure given for the insert.
3. Replace the VHM head O-rings every time you take it apart.
4. Check the squish with solder wire before riding.
5. Tighten the head to the recommended torque, in a criss-cross pattern and in several stages, then fit a new spark plug.

Why ATHENA?

Athena, an Italian company founded in 1973 near Vicenza, designs gaskets, pistons and cylinder kits for motorcycles. An OEM supplier to KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph and a partner of the MXGP world championship, it develops its parts on the test bench and on the track with racing teams.

Spare parts and items to plan

• ATHENA cylinder kit : ATHENA
• Piston : ATHENA
• Piston rings : ATHENA
• Top end gasket kit : ATHENA
• Exhaust power valve parts : ATHENA
• VHM head O-rings : see the selection
• Spark plug : NGK 3981 · NGK 2411
• Coolant : LIQUI MOLY 1 L · TWIN AIR

Frequently asked questions

Will it fit my original cylinder head?
No: VHM inserts only fit VHM cylinder heads.

Which version should I choose?
Choose according to your engine and fuel.

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
YAMAHA DT 125 2004
YAMAHA DT 125 2003
YAMAHA DT 125 2002
YAMAHA DT 125 2001
YAMAHA DT 125 2000
YAMAHA DT 125 1999
YAMAHA DT 125 1998
YAMAHA DT 125 1997
YAMAHA DT 125 1996
YAMAHA DT 125 1995
YAMAHA DT 125 1994
YAMAHA DT 125 1993
YAMAHA DT 125 1992
YAMAHA DT 125 1991