valve clearance YAMAHA MT-09 2019 Owners Manual

Table of contentsSafety information........................... 1-1
Description ....................................... 2-1
Left view ......................................... 2-1
Right view ....................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments................ 2-3
Special features ............................... 3-1
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 3-1
Traction control system .................. 3-1
Quick shift system ...... .................... 3-3
Instrument and co ntrol functions... 4-1
Immobilizer system ..... .................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-3
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................ 4-5
Multi-function meter unit ................. 4-7
Clutch lever................................... 4-14
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 4-14
Brake lever ................................... 4-14
Brake pedal .................................. 4-15
ABS .............................................. 4-15
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-16
Fuel............................................... 4-17
Fuel tank overflow hose................ 4-19
Catalytic converter ........................ 4-19
Seat .............................................. 4-20
Storage compartment ................... 4-20
Adjusting the front fork.................. 4-21 Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly................................... 4-23
Luggage strap holders . ................ 4-24
Auxiliary DC connectors ............... 4-25
Sidestand ..................................... 4-25
Ignition circuit cut- off system ........ 4-26
For your safety – pre-operation
checks .............................................. 5-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................ 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............................... 6-3
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment ....................................... 7-1
Tool kit............................................ 7-2
Periodic maintenance charts .......... 7-3
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ............. 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Removing and installing the
panel ........................................... 7-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 7-10
Canister ........................................ 7-11 Engine oil ..................................... 7-11
Why Yamalube ............................ 7-14
Coolant ........................................ 7-14
Air filter element ........................... 7-16
Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ 7-16
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 7-16
Valve clearance ........................... 7-17
Tires ............................................. 7-17
Cast wheels ................................. 7-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 7-20
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-20
Brake light switches ..................... 7-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads................................ 7-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-23
Drive chain slack.......................... 7-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................ 7-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 7-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 7-27BS2-9-E2.book 1 ページ ２０１８年８月１０日　金曜日　午前９時３６分

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Periodic maintenance chartsTIP
Items marked with an asteri sk should be performed by your Yamaha dealer because these items require special tools,
data, and technical skills.
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From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi).
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The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a distance-based maintenance is performed in-stead.
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Periodic maintenance chart fo r the emission control systemNO. 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 *Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or
damage.
Replace if necessary. 
2 *Spark plugs Check condition.
Adjust gap and clean.
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Replace. 
3 *Valve clearance Check and adjust. Every 40000 km (24000 mi)
4 *Fuel injection Check engine idle speed.
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Check and adjust synchronization. 
5 *Exhaust system Check for leakage.
Tighten if necessary.
Replace gaskets if necessary. 
6 *Evaporative
emission control
system Check control system for damage.
Replace if necessary.
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Valve clearanceThe valves are an important engine
component, and since valve clearance
changes with use, they must be
checked and adjusted at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart. Unadjusted valves can result in
improper air-fuel mixture, engine noise,
and eventually engine damage. To pre-
vent this from occurring, have your
Yamaha dealer check and adjust the
valve clearance at regular intervals.TIPThis service must be performed whenthe engine is cold.
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TiresTires are the only contact between the
vehicle and the road. Safety in all con-
ditions of riding depends on a relatively
small area of road contact. Therefore, it
is essential to maintain the tires in good
condition at all times and replace them
at the appropriate time with the speci-
fied tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA10504
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
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The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.WARNING
EWA10512
Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle couldcause an accident.
Cold tire air pressure:
1 person:
Front: 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm
2, 36 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)
2 persons: Front:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Rear: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)
Maximum load: Vehicle:174 kg (384 lb)
The vehicle’s maximum load is the
combined weight of the rider, passen-
ger, cargo, and any accessories.
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2075 mm (81.7 in)
Overall width: 815 mm (32.1 in)
Overall height: 1120 mm (44.1 in)
Seat height:
820 mm (32.3 in)
Wheelbase: 1440 mm (56.7 in)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
3.0 m (9.84 ft)Weight:Curb weight:193 kg (425 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train:
DOHC
Cylinder arrangement: Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement:
847 cm
3
Bore  stroke:
78.0  59.1 mm (3.07  2.33 in) Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
SAE viscosity grades:10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity: Oil change:2.40 L (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.93 L (2.04 US qt, 1.70 Imp.qt)Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasohol
[E10] acceptable)
Fuel tank capacity:
14 L (3.7 US gal, 3.1 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.8 L (0.74 US gal, 0.62 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:
ID mark:B901 00Drivetrain:Gear ratio:
1st: 2.667 (40/15)
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)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/S20F
Manufacturer/model: DUNLOP/D214FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/S20R
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Throttle grip free play, checking ........... 7-16
Tires...................................................... 7-17
Tool kit .................................................... 7-2
Traction control system .......................... 3-1
Traction control system indicator light .... 4-6
Traction control system switch ............... 4-4
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-35
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 7-37
Turn signal indicator light........................ 4-5
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............ 7-34
Turn signal switch ................................... 4-4VValve clearance .................................... 7-17
Vehicle identification number................ 10-1
Vehicle lights ........................................ 7-34WWheel bearings, c hecking .................... 7-30
Wheels.................................................. 7-19YYamalube ............................................. 7-14
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