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Yamaha MT09 Owner's Manual

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    Dic183 mt09 mt09a owner’s manual read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. 1rc-28199-et [english (e)].

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    Eau70070 read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. Date of issue: signature of responsible person: january 12, 2015 product: immobilizer model: 1rc-00 supplied by yamaha motor electronics co.,ltd. 1450-6 mori, mori-machi shuchi...

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    Introduction eau10103 welcome to the yamaha world of motorcycling! As the owner of the mt09/mt09a, you are benefiting from yamaha’s vast experience and newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products, which have earned yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please tak...

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    Important manual information eau10134 particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: *product and specifications are subject to change without notice. This is the safety alert sym b ol. It is use d to alert you to potential personal injury hazar d s. O...

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    Important manual information eau10201 mt09/mt09a owner’s manual ©2015 by yamaha motor co., ltd. 1st edition, july 2015 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co., ltd. Is expressly prohibited. Printed in japan. U1rcete0.Book page 2 frid...

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    Table of contents safety information .................. 1-1 description .................................. 2-1 left view ......................................... 2-1 right view ....................................... 2-2 controls and instruments ............... 2-3 instrument and control functions ...

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    Table of contents checking the wheel bearings ........6-29 battery ...........................................6-29 replacing the fuses.......................6-30 replacing the headlight bulb.........6-33 tail/brake light ...............................6-36 replacing a turn signal light bulb ...........

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    1-1 1 safety information eau1028b be a responsi b le owner as the vehicle’s owner, you are re- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- ation of your motorcycle. Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are de- pendent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the...

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    Safety information 1-2 1 many accidents involve inexperi- enced operators. In fact, many op- erators who have been involved in accidents do not even have a cur- rent motorcycle license. • make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your mo- torcycle to other qualified oper- ators. • know...

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    Safety information 1-3 1 avoi d car b on monoxi d e poisonin g all engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause head- aches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor- less, tasteless gas which m...

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    Safety information 1-4 1 tents, can create unstable han- dling or a slow steering re- sponse. This vehicle is not d esi g ne d to pull a trailer or to b e attache d to a si d ecar. Genuine yamaha accessories choosing accessories for your vehicle is an important decision. Genuine yamaha accessories, ...

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    Safety information 1-5 1 operator and may limit control ability, therefore, such accesso- ries are not recommended. Use caution when adding electri- cal accessories. If electrical ac- cessories exceed the capacity of the motorcycle’s electrical sys- tem, an electric failure could re- sult, which cou...

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    Description 2-1 2 eau10411 left view 1 2 3 4,5,6 7 8 9 11 10 1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-22) 2. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-24) 3. Seat (page 3-21) 4. Fuse box 2 (page 6-30) 5. Main fuse (page 6-30) 6. Fuel injection system fuse (page...

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    Description 2-2 2 eau10421 ri g ht view 2 1 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 5 1. Fuel tank cap (page 3-18) 2. Front fork rebound damping force adjusting screw (page 3-22) 3. Headlight (page 6-33) 4. Fuse box 1 (page 6-30) 5. Coolant reservoir (page 6-11) 6. Engine oil level check window (page 6-9) 7. Engine oil fill...

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    Description 2-3 2 eau10431 controls an d instruments 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Clutch lever (page 3-16) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-14) 3. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 4. Multi-function meter unit (page 3-6) 5. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-21) 6. Right handlebar switches (page 3-14) 7...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-1 3 eau10978 immo b ilizer system this vehicle is equipped with an immo- bilizer system to help prevent theft by re-registering codes in the standard keys. This system consists of the fol- lowing: a code re-registering key (with a red bow) two standard keys (with a...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-2 3 keep other immo b ilizer system keys away from the main switch as they may cause si g nal inter- ference. Eau10473 main switch/steerin g lock the main switch/steering lock controls the ignition and lighting systems, and is used to lock the steering. The various...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-3 3 eau10685 lock the steering is locked, and all electrical systems are off. The key can be re- moved. To lock the steering 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. 2. Push the key in from the “off” position, and then turn it to “lock” while still pushing i...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-4 3 eau11061 neutral in d icator li g ht “ ” this indicator light comes on when the transmission is in the neutral position. Eau11081 hi g h b eam in d icator li g ht “ ” this indicator light comes on when the high beam of the headlight is switched on. Eau11255 oil...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-5 3 have a yamaha dealer check the self- diagnosis system. (see page 3-12 for an explanation of the self-diagnosis device.) the electrical circuit of the warning light can be checked by turning the key to “on”. The warning light should come on for a few seconds, an...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-6 3 eau58054 multi-function meter unit warning ewa12423 be sure to stop the vehicle b efore makin g any settin g chan g es to the multi-function meter unit. Chan g in g settin g s while ri d in g can d istract the operator an d increase the risk of an acci d ent. T...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-7 3 spee d ometer the speedometer shows the vehicle’s traveling speed. Tachometer the tachometer allows the rider to monitor the engine speed and keep it within the ideal power range. When the key is turned to “on”, the ta- chometer will sweep across the r/min rang...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-8 3 fuel meter the fuel meter indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The display seg- ments of the fuel meter disappear to- wards “e” (empty) as the fuel level decreases. When the last segment and fuel level warning indicator “ ” start flashing, refuel as s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-9 3 drive mo d e d isplay this display indicates which drive mode has been selected: “std”, “a” or “b”. For more details on the modes and on how to select them, refer to pa- ges 3-13 and 3-15. Multi-function d isplay the multi-function display is equipped with the ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-10 3 km/l, l/100 km or mpg → ave_ _._ km/l, ave_ _._ l/100 km or ave_ _._ mpg → °c → air_ _ °c → odo → trip 1 → trip 2 tip push the “reset” button to switch the display in the reverse order. If the fuel level warning indicator “ ” and left segment of the fuel meter...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-11 3 avera g e fuel consumption d isplay the average fuel consumption display can be set to either “ave_ _._ km/l”, “ave_ _._ l/100 km” or “ave_ _._ mpg” (for the uk only). This display shows the average fuel consumption since it was last reset. “ave_ _._ km/l”: th...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-12 3 the air intake temperature display indi- cates the temperature of the air drawn into the air filter case. This display shows the air intake tem- perature from –9 °c to 99 °c in 1 °c in- crements. Tip –9 °c will be displayed even if the air intake temperature f...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-13 3 if a problem is detected in the immobi- lizer system circuits, the immobilizer system indicator light will flash and the display will indicate an error code. Tip if the display indicates error code 52, this could be caused by transponder interference. If this ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-14 3 this mode allows the rider to enjoy smooth and sporty drivability from the low-speed range to the high-speed range. Mo d e “a” mode “a” offers a sportier engine re- sponse in the low- to mid-speed range compared to mode “std”. Mo d e “b” mode “b” offers respon...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-15 3 ter position. To cancel the turn signal lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. Eau12501 horn switch “ ” press this switch to sound the horn. Eau54211 start/en g ine stop switch “ / / ” to crank the engine with the starter, s...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-16 3 eau12821 clutch lever the clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip. To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the han- dlebar grip. To engage the clutch, re- lease the lever. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clut...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-17 3 eau12944 brake pe d al the brake pedal is located on the right side of the motorcycle. To apply the rear brake, press down on the brake pedal. Eau51802 abs (for abs mo d els) the yamaha abs (anti-lock brake system) features a dual electronic con- trol system, ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-18 3 wheel hu b s may b e d ama g e d , re- sultin g in improper performance of the abs system. Eau13075 fuel tank cap to open the fuel tank cap open the fuel tank cap lock cover, in- sert the key into the lock, and then turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will be...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-19 3 eau13222 fuel make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. Warning ewa10882 gasoline an d g asoline vapors are extremely flamma b le. To avoi d fires an d explosions an d to re d uce the risk of injury when refuelin g , follow these instructions. 1. Bef...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-20 3 brand. Use of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug life and reduce mainte- nance costs. Gasohol there are two types of gasohol: gaso- hol containing ethanol and that con- taining methanol. Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if the ethanol con- tent does no...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-21 3 notice eca10702 use only unlea d e d g asoline. The use of lea d e d g asoline will cause unre- paira b le d ama g e to the catalytic converter. Eau57991 seat to remove the seat 1. Open the seat lock cover, insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn the ...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-22 3 eau58200 stora g e compartment the storage compartment is located under the seat. (see page 3-21.) when storing documents or other items in the storage compartment, be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so that they will not get wet. When wash- ing the vehicle...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-23 3 the spring preload setting is deter- mined by measuring distance a, shown in the illustration. The shorter distance a is, the higher the spring pre- load; the longer distance a is, the lower the spring preload. Re b oun d d ampin g force the rebound damping fo...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-24 3 eau57940 a d justin g the shock a b sor b er assem b ly this shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust- ing ring and a rebound damping force adjusting screw. Notice eca10102 to avoi d d ama g in g the mechanism, d o not attempt to turn b...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-25 3 tip to obtain a precise adjustment, it is advisable to check the actual total number of turns of the damping force adjusting mechanism. This adjustment range may not exactly match the spec- ifications listed due to small differenc- es in production. Warning ew...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-26 3 eau15306 si d estan d the sidestand is located on the left side of the frame. Raise the sidestand or lower it with your foot while holding the vehicle upright. Tip the built-in sidestand switch is part of the ignition circuit cut-off system, which cuts the ign...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-27 3 with the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. 2. Make sure that the start/engine stop switch is set to “ ”. 3. Turn the key on. 4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 5. Push the “ ” side of the start/engine stop switch. Does the engine...

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    Instrument and control functions 3-28 3 eau58262 auxiliary dc connector warning ewa12532 to prevent electrical shock or short- circuitin g , make sure that the cap is installe d when the auxiliary dc con- nector is not b ein g use d . Notice eca20090 the accessory connecte d to the auxiliary dc conn...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-1 4 eau15598 inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner’s manual. Warning ewa11152 failure to inspect or maint...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-2 4 rear b rake • check operation. • if soft or spongy, have yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • check brake pads for wear. • replace if necessary. • check fluid level in reservoir. • if necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level. • check hyd...

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    For your safety – pre-operation checks 4-3 4 chassis fasteners • make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. • tighten if necessary. — instruments, li g hts, si g nals an d switches • check operation. • correct if necessary. — si d estan d switch • check operation of ignition c...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-1 5 eau15952 read the owner’s manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your yamaha dealer. Warning ewa10272 failure to familiarize yourself with the controls can lea d to loss of con- t...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-2 5 a warnin g or in d icator li g ht remains on, see pa g e 3-3 for the correspon d - in g warnin g an d in d icator li g ht cir- cuit check. For abs models: the abs warning light should come on when the key is turned to “on”, and then go off after travel- in...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-3 5 notice eca10261 even with the transmission in the neutral position, d o not coast for lon g perio d s of time with the en g ine off, an d d o not tow the motorcycle for lon g d is- tances. The transmission is properly lu b ricate d only when the en g ine i...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-4 5 eau58280 recommen d e d shift points the recommended shift points during acceleration and deceleration are shown in the table below. Eau16811 tips for re d ucin g fuel con- sumption fuel consumption depends largely on your riding style. Consider the follow...

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    Operation and important riding points 5-5 5 1600 km (1000 mi) an d b eyon d the vehicle can now be operated nor- mally. Notice eca10311 keep the en g ine spee d out of the tachometer re d zone. If any en g ine trou b le shoul d oc- cur d urin g the en g ine b reak-in perio d , imme d iately have a y...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-1 6 eau17245 periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your vehicle in the safest and most efficient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The most im- portant points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-2 6 eau39692 owner’s tool kit the owner’s tool kit is located on the bottom of the seat. (see page 3-21.) the service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner’s tool kit are intended to assist you in the performance of preventive m...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-3 6 eau46862 tip the annual checks must b e performe d every year, except if a kilometer- b ase d maintenance, or for the uk, a milea g e- b ase d maintenance, is performe d instea d . From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 1000...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-4 6 eau1770k general maintenance an d lu b rication chart no. Item check or maintenance job odometer reading annual check 1000 km (600 mi) 10000 km (6000 mi) 20000 km (12000 mi) 30000 km (18000 mi) 40000 km (24000 mi) 1 * air filter element • replace. √ 2 clutch...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-5 6 10 * swin g arm • check operation and for exces- sive play. √ √ √ √ • lubricate with lithium-soap- based grease. Every 50000 km (30000 mi) 11 drive chain • check chain slack, alignment and condition. • adjust and lubricate chain with a special o-ring chain l...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-6 6 20 * front fork • check operation and for oil leak- age. √ √ √ √ 21 * shock a b sor b er as- sem b ly • check operation and shock ab- sorber for oil leakage. √ √ √ √ 22 * rear suspension re- lay arm an d con- nectin g arm pivotin g points • check operation. ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-7 6 eau18681 tip air filter • this model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com- pressed air to avoid damaging it. • the air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusu...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-8 6 eau19653 checkin g the spark plu g s the spark plugs are important engine components, which should be checked periodically, preferably by a yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to slowly erode, they should be removed and checked...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-9 6 eau19909 engine oil and oil filter car- tridge the engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter car- tridge replaced at the intervals speci- fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication char...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-10 6 tip an oil filter wrench is available at a yamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the o-ring of the new oil filter cartridge. Tip make sure that the o-ring is properly seated. 7. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wr...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-11 6 tip be sure to wipe off spilled oil on any parts after the engine and exhaust sys- tem have cooled down. Notice eca11621 in or d er to prevent clutch slip- pa g e (since the en g ine oil also lu b ricates the clutch), d o not mix any chemical a dd itives. D...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-12 6 3. If the coolant is at or below the mi- nimum level mark, remove the res- ervoir cap. 4. Add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the reservoir cap. Warning! Remove only the coolant reservoir cap. Never attempt to remove the ra d iator cap w...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-13 6 5. Remove the coolant reservoir cap. 6. Drain the coolant from the coolant reservoir by turning it upside down. 7. Install the coolant reservoir and its cover by placing them in the origi- nal position, and then installing the collars and bolts. 8. Remove t...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-14 6 16. Check the coolant level in the res- ervoir. If necessary, remove the coolant reservoir cap, add coolant to the maximum level mark, and then install the cap. 17. Start the engine, and then check the vehicle for coolant leakage. If coolant is leaking, hav...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-15 6 eau21385 checkin g the throttle g rip free play the throttle grip free play should mea- sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi- cally check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a yamaha deal- er adjust ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-16 6 wei g ht of ri d er, passen g er, car- g o, an d accessories approve d for this mo d el. Warning ewa10512 never overloa d your vehicle. Opera- tion of an overloa d e d vehicle coul d cause an acci d ent. Tire inspection the tires must be checked before each...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-17 6 tire information this model is equipped with tubeless tires and rubber tire air valves. Tires age, even if they have not been used or have only been used occasion- ally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall rubber, sometimes accompanied by carcass deformation...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-18 6 eau21963 cast wheels to maximize the performance, durabil- ity, and safe operation of your vehicle, note the following points regarding the specified wheels. The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends, warp- age or other damage before each ride. If ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-19 6 eau37914 checkin g the b rake lever free play there should be no free play at the brake lever end. If there is free play, have a yamaha dealer inspect the brake system. Warning ewa14212 a soft or spon g y feelin g in the b rake lever can in d icate the pres...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-20 6 justing nut in direction (a). To make the brake light come on later, turn the ad- justing nut in direction (b). For abs mo d els the brake light, which is activated by the brake pedal and brake lever, should come on just before braking takes effect. If nece...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-21 6 eau40262 checkin g the b rake flui d level before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level. Replenish the brake fluid if necessary. Front b rake rear b rake warning e...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-22 6 fluid level goes down suddenly, have a yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding. Eau22733 chan g in g the b rake flui d have a yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. In...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-23 6 4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust it as follows. Eau57970 to a d just the d rive chain slack consult a yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm. 2. To tighte...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-24 6 3. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- nuts to their specified torques. 4. Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position, the drive chain slack is correct, and the drive chain moves smoothly. Eau23026 cleanin g an d lu b ricatin g the d r...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-25 6 eau23098 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the ca b les the operation of all control cables and the condition of the cables should be checked before each ride, and the ca- bles and cable ends should be lubri- cated if necessary. If a cable is damaged or does no...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-26 6 eau23144 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the b rake an d clutch levers the operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked before each ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- bricated if necessary. Brake lever clutch lever recommen d e d lu b rica...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-27 6 eau23203 checkin g an d lu b ricatin g the si d estan d the operation of the sidestand should be checked before each ride, and the sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal contact surfaces should be lubricated if necessary. Warning ewa10732 if the si d estan d d ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-28 6 notice eca10591 if any d ama g e is foun d or the front fork d oes not operate smoothly, have a yamaha d ealer check or re- pair it. Eau23284 checkin g the steerin g worn or loose steering bearings may cause danger. Therefore, the operation of the steering ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-29 6 eau23292 checkin g the wheel b earin g s the front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a yamah...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-30 6 battery tends to discharge more quick- ly if the vehicle is equipped with op- tional electrical accessories. Notice eca16522 to char g e a vrla (valve re g ulate d lea d aci d ) b attery, a special (con- stant-volta g e) b attery char g er is re- quire d . ...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-31 6 mt09 mt09a 3. Place the panel in the original po- sition. 4. Install the bolt and quick fasten- ers. To access fuse box 2, the main fuse, and the fuel injection system fuse, re- move the seat. (see page 3-21.) 1. Fuse box 1 1 1. Ignition fuse 2. Parking lig...

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    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-32 6 mt09 mt09a tip to access the fuel injection system fuse, remove the starter relay cover by pulling it upward. If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows. 1. Turn the key to “off” and turn off the electrical circuit in question. 2. Remove the blown fuse, and ...

  • Page 84

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-33 6 3. Turn the key to “on” and turn on the electrical circuit in question to check if the device operates. 4. If the fuse immediately blows again, have a yamaha dealer check the electrical system. Eau58001 replacin g the hea d li g ht b ul b this model is equi...

  • Page 85

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-34 6 1. Remove the headlight unit side covers by removing the bolts on each side. 2. Pull up the headlight unit cover to separate it from the headlight unit. 3. Remove the grommets. 4. Disconnect the auxiliary light cou- pler. 5. Disconnect the headlight coupler...

  • Page 86

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-35 6 6. Remove the headlight bulb cover. 7. Unhook the headlight bulb holder, then remove the burnt-out bulb. 8. Place a new headlight bulb into position, then secure it with the bulb holder. 9. Install the headlight bulb cover. 10. Install the headlight unit as...

  • Page 87

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-36 6 eau24182 tail/ b rake li g ht this model is equipped with an led- type tail/brake light. If the tail/brake light does not come on, have a yamaha dealer check it. Eau24205 replacin g a turn si g nal li g ht b ul b 1. Remove the turn signal light lens by remo...

  • Page 88

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-37 6 eau58010 replacin g the license plate li g ht b ul b 1. Remove the license plate light unit by removing the nuts and collars, and then remove the license plate light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by pulling it out. 2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pul...

  • Page 89

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-38 6 2. Remove the auxiliary light bulb socket (together with the bulb) by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pulling it out. 4. Insert a new bulb into the socket. 5. Install the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it clockwise. ...

  • Page 90

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-39 6 a jack either under each side of the frame in front of the rear wheel or under each side of the swingarm. Eau44792 front wheel (for non-abs mo d els) warning ewa14841 for the abs mo d el, have a yamaha d ealer remove an d install the wheel. Eau56270 to remo...

  • Page 91

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-40 6 4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel. To install the front wheel 1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs. 2. Insert the wheel axle. 3. Install the brake calipers by install- ing the bolts. Tip make sure that there is enough space between...

  • Page 92

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-41 6 2. Lift the rear wheel off the ground according to the procedure on page 6-38. 3. Remove the axle nut. 4. Fully loosen the locknut on each side of the swingarm. 5. Turn the drive chain slack adjust- ing bolts fully in direction (a) and push the wheel forwar...

  • Page 93

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-42 6 4. Lower the rear wheel so that it is on the ground, and then put the sidestand down. 5. Adjust the drive chain slack. (see page 6-22.) 6. Tighten the axle nut, and then tighten the locknuts to the speci- fied torques. Eau25872 trou b leshootin g although y...

  • Page 94

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-43 6 eau42365 trou b leshootin g charts startin g pro b lems or poor en g ine performance check the fuel level in the fuel tank. 1. Fuel there is enough fuel. There is no fuel. Check the battery. Supply fuel. The engine does not start. Check the battery. Remove ...

  • Page 95

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 6-44 6 en g ine overheatin g warning ewa10401 do not remove the ra d iator cap when the en g ine an d ra d iator are hot. Scal d in g hot flui d an d steam may b e b lown out un d er pressure, which coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the en g ine h...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-1 7 eau37834 matte color caution notice eca15193 some mo d els are equippe d with matte colore d finishe d parts. Be sure to consult a yamaha d ealer for a d vice on what pro d ucts to use b e- fore cleanin g the vehicle. Usin g a b rush, harsh chemical pro d ucts or cl...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-2 7 off any d eter g ent resi d ue usin g plenty of water, as it is harmful to plastic parts. Do not use any harsh chemical pro d ucts on plastic parts. Be sure to avoi d usin g cloths or spon g es which have b een in contact with stron g or a b rasive cleanin g pro d u...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-3 7 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro- tection spray on all metal, including chrome- and nickel-plat- ed, surfaces. 5. Use spray oil as a universal clean- er to remove any remaining dirt. 6. Touch up minor paint damage caused by stone...

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    Motorcycle care and storage 7-4 7 2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating. 3. Perform the following steps to protect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. From corrosion. A. Remove the spark plug caps and spark...

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    Specifications 8-1 8 dimensions: overall length: 2075 mm (81.7 in) overall width: 815 mm (32.1 in) overall height: 1135 mm (44.7 in) seat height: 815 mm (32.1 in) wheelbase: 1440 mm (56.7 in) ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in) minimum turning radius: 3037 mm (119.6 in) wei g ht: curb weight: mt09 18...

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    Specifications 8-2 8 2nd: 2.000 (38/19) 3rd: 1.619 (34/21) 4th: 1.381 (29/21) 5th: 1.190 (25/21) 6th: 1.037 (28/27) chassis: frame type: diamond caster angle: 25.00 ° trail: 103 mm (4.1 in) front tire: type: tubeless size: 120/70 zr17m/c (58w) manufacturer/model: bridgestone/s20f manufacturer/model:...

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    Specifications 8-3 8 electrical system: ignition system: tci charging system: ac magneto battery: model: ytz10s voltage, capacity: 12 v, 8.6 ah hea d li g ht: bulb type: halogen bulb bul b volta g e, watta g e × quantity: headlight: 12 v, 60.0 w/55.0 w × 1 tail/brake light: led front turn signal lig...

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    Consumer information 9-1 9 eau53562 i d entification num b ers record the vehicle identification num- ber, engine serial number, and the model label information in the spaces provided below. These identification numbers are needed when registering the vehicle with the authorities in your area and wh...

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    Consumer information 9-2 9 the model label is affixed to the frame under the seat. (see page 3-21.) re- cord the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a yamaha dealer. U1rce1e0.Book page 2 wednesday, may 28, 2014 1:10 pm.

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    10-1 10 index a abs (for abs models) .......................... 3-17 abs warning light (for abs models) ....... 3-5 air filter element.................................... 6-14 auxiliary dc connector......................... 3-28 auxiliary light bulb, replacing ............... 6-37 b battery ...........

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    Index 10-2 10 troubleshooting ....................................6-42 troubleshooting charts.........................6-43 turn signal indicator light .......................3-3 turn signal light bulb, replacing............6-36 turn signal switch .................................3-14 v valve clearan...

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    U1rce1e0.Book page 3 wednesday, may 28, 2014 1:10 pm.

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    Dic183 printed on recycled paper original instructions printed in japan 2015.08-0.3×1 cr (e).