AUX YAMAHA MT-09 2015 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION.................. 1-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ............... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ...................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system......................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock............... 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights............................................ 3-3
Multi-function meter unit ................ 3-6
D-mode (drive mode).................... 3-13
Handlebar switches ...................... 3-14
Clutch lever .................................. 3-16
Shift pedal .................................... 3-16
Brake lever.................................... 3-16
Brake pedal .................................. 3-17
ABS (for ABS models) .................. 3-17
Fuel tank cap ................................ 3-18
Fuel ............................................... 3-19
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................ 3-20
Catalytic converter ....................... 3-20
Seat .............................................. 3-21
Storage compartment .................. 3-22
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-22
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-24 Luggage strap holders .................. 3-25
Sidestand ...................................... 3-26
Ignition circuit cut-off system ....... 3-26
Auxiliary DC connector ................. 3-28
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Engine break-in ............................... 5-4
Parking ............................................ 5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system .............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-4
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge...... 6-9
Coolant.......................................... 6-11
Air filter element ............................ 6-14
Checking the engine idling speed ......................................... 6-14 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance............................. 6-15
Tires .............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................ 6-18
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................ 6-19
Brake light switches ..................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear brake pads .......................................... 6-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack........................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the cables ........................................ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand................................... 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots......................................... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering................... 6-28U1RCE1E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, May 28, 2014 1:10 PM

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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 ............................................6-36
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ............................................6-37
Replacing an auxiliary light bulb....6-37
Supporting the motorcycle............6-38
Front wheel (for non-ABS models) ......................................6-39
Rear wheel (for non-ABS
models) ......................................6-40
Troubleshooting ............................6-42
Troubleshooting charts .................6-43
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................7-1
Matte color caution .........................7-1
Care .................................................7-1
Storage ............................................7-3
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................8-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION ............9-1
Identification numbers .....................9-1
INDEX ...............................................10-1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3

Keep other immo bilizer system
keys away from the main switch
as they may cause si gnal inter-
ference.
EAU10473
Main switch/steerin g lockThe main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.TIPBe sure to use the standard key (black
bow) for regular use of the vehicle. To
minimize the risk of losing the code re-
registering key (red bow), keep it in a
safe place and only use it for code re-
registering.
EAU36871
ON
All electrical circuits are supplied with
power, the meter lighting, taillight, li-
cense plate light and auxiliary lights
come on, and the engine can be start-
ed. The key cannot be removed.TIPThe headlight comes on automatically
when the engine is started and stays
on until the key is turned to “OFF”,
even if the engine stalls.
EAU10662
OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
WARNING
EWA10062
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the vehicle is movin g.
Otherwise the electrical systems will
b e switche d off, which may result in
loss of control or an acci dent.
P
ON
OFF
LOCK
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3
EAU58262
Auxiliary DC connector
WARNING
EWA12532
To prevent electrical shock or short-
circuiting, make sure that the cap is
installe d when the auxiliary DC con-
nector is not bein g use d.NOTICE
ECA20090
The accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC connector shoul d not
b e used with the en gine turne d off,
an d the loa d must never exceed 24
W (2 A), otherwise the fuse may blow
or the battery may dischar ge.
A 12 V accessory connected to the
auxiliary DC connector behind the right
side panel can be used when the key is
in the “ON” position. (See page 6-30.)
1. Auxiliary DC connector
2. Auxiliary DC connector cap21
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6MT09 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 lighting fuse
3. Auxiliary fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Headlight fuse
6. Spare fuse
12
6
345
1. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Auxiliary fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
123
7
456
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63. Turn the key to “ON” and turn onthe 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 dlig ht bul bThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10651
Take care not to damag e the follow-
in g parts:
 Hea dlig ht bul b
Do not touch the glass part of
the hea dlig ht bul b to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the b ulb, an d the b ulb life will
b e ad versely affecte d. Thor-
ou ghly clean off any d irt and fin-
g erprints on the hea dlig ht bul b
usin g a cloth moistene d with al-
cohol or thinner.
 Hea dlig ht lens
Do not affix any type of tinte d
film or stickers to the hea dlig ht
lens.
Do not use a hea dlig ht bul b of a
wattag e higher than specifie d.
Specifie d fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Auxiliary fuse:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
MT09A 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: MT09A 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
MT09A 7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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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, and then remove the headlight
unit from the vehicle.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Bolt
1
1
1. Bolt
2. Headlight unit side cover
1. Headlight unit cover1
1
2
21
1. Grommet
1. Auxiliary light coupler1
1
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66. 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 shown, and then connect the headlight
coupler. 11. Connect the auxiliary light cou-
pler.
12. Align the holes in the headlight unit with the holes in the headlight
unit cover.
13. Install the grommets.
14. Place the headlight unit side cov- ers in their original position, and
then install the bolts.
15. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
1
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
12
1. Headlight unit
2. Headlight coupler1
2
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6
EAU58010
Replacing the license plate
li g ht bul b1. 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 pulling it out. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
4. Install the socket (together with
the bulb) by pushing it in, and then
install the license plate light unit by
installing the collars and nuts.
EAU58021
Replacin g an auxiliary lig ht
b ul bThis model is equipped with two auxil-
iary lights. If an auxiliary light bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight unit side covers by removing the bolts on
each side.
1. License plate light unit
2. Collar
3. Nut
4. License plate light bulb socket
1
22
4
3
3
1. License plate light bulb
1
1. Bolt
1
1
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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.
6. Place the headlight unit side cov- ers in their original position, and
then install the bolts.
EAU24351
Supportin g the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motorcy-
cle is in a stable and level position be-
fore starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy- cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing a
jack under the frame in front of the
rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
1. Bolt
2. Headlight unit side cover
1. Auxiliary light bulb socket1
1
2
2
1
1. Auxiliary light bulb
1
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