2014 YAMAHA MT-07 warning

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-19
3
EAU13434
Catalytic converterThis model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
WARNING
EWA10863
The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. To prevent a fire hazard or
b urns:
 Do not park the vehicle near
possi ble fire hazard s such as
g rass or other materials that
easily burn.
 Park the vehicle in a place
where ped estrians or chil dren
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
 Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before
d oin g any maintenance work.
 Do not allow the en gine to i dle
more than a few minutes. Lon g
i d lin g can cause a b uild-up of
heat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause unre-
pairab le dama ge to the catalytic
converter.
EAU59901
SeatsPassen ger seat
To remove the passenger seat1. Insert the key into the seat lock, and then turn it counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi- tion, lift the rear of the passenger
seat and pull it backward.1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1
2
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU59981
Helmet holdin g ca bleA helmet holding cable is located on
the bottom of the passenger seat. Use
this cable in conjunction with the
screwdriver to secure a helmet to the
vehicle.
To secure a helmet with the helmet
hol din g cab le
1. Remove the passenger seat. (See page 3-19.)
2. Remove the screwdriver from its holders on the passenger seat,
and then remove the helmet hold-
ing cable from the screwdriver.
TIPWhen removing the screwdriver, slide
the screwdriver toward the “ ” mark
on the passenger seat.3. Pass the helmet holding cablethrough the buckle on the helmet
strap.
4. Hook the cable loops over the screwdriver, install the screw-
driver by first inserting the screw-
driver into the holder with the “ ”
mark, and then slide the screw-
driver toward the holder with
the “ ” mark.
TIPMake sure that the screwdriver is se-
curely positioned between its holders,
and then position the cable loops to-
ward the middle of the screwdriver be-
fore installing the passenger seat.5. Install the passenger seat.WARNING! Never ri de with a
helmet attached to the helmet
hol der, since the helmet may hit
o bjects, causin g loss of control
an d possi bly an acci dent.
[EWA10162]
1. Passenger seat
2. Helmet holding cable
3. Screwdriver1
2
3
1. Screwdriver
2. “ ” mark
3. “ ” mark
1
2
3
1. Helmet
2. Helmet holding cable
3. Screwdriver
4. Holder
1
2
3
4
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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To release a helmet from the helmet
hol
din g cab le
1. Remove the passenger seat.
2. Remove the screwdriver, then re- move the helmet holding cable
from the helmet.
3. Store the cable under the seat by hooking the cable loops over the
screwdriver, install the screw-
driver in its original position, and
then hook the helmet holding ca-
ble over the hook on the bottom of
the passenger seat.
4. Install the passenger seat.
EAU14465
Stora ge compartmentThe storage compartment is located
under the passenger seat. (See page
3-19.)
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, be careful not to let any
water enter the storage compartment.
WARNING
EWA10962
 Do not exceed the load limit of
1.5 k g (3 l b) for the stora ge com-
partment. 
Do not excee d the maximum
loa d of MT07 176 k g (388 l b)
MT07A 173 k g (381 l b) for the ve-
hicle.
1. Screwdriver
2. Helmet holding cable
3. Hook1
2
3
1. Storage compartment
1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-23
3
EAU47001
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblyThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload adjust-
ing ring.NOTICE
ECA10102
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Adjust the spring preload as follows.
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction (a). To
decrease the spring preload and there-
by soften the suspension, turn the ad-
justing ring in direction (b). Align the appropriate notch in the
adjusting ring with the position in-
dicator on the shock absorber.
 Use the special wrench and ex-
tension bar included in the own-
er’s tool kit to make the
adjustment.
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock absorber assembly con-
tains highly pressurized nitrogen
gas. Read and understand the fol-
lowing information before handling
the shock absorber assembly. 
Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylinder assembly.
 Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber assembly to an open
flame or other high heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plode due to excessive gas
pressure.
 Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
 Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn-out shock absorber as-
sembly yourself. Take the shock
absorber assembly to a Yamaha
dealer for any service.1. Extension bar
2. Special wrench
3. Spring preload adjusting ring
4. Position indicatorSpring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):1
Standard: 3
Maximum (hard):
9
7
6
9
8
5
4
3
2
1
3
(a)(b)
2
1
4
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU38963
Lugga ge strap hol dersThere are six luggage strap holders,
four on the bottom of the passenger
seat and one on each passenger foot-
rest. To use the luggage strap holders on the passenger seat, remove the
passenger seat. (See page 3-19.) Un-
hook the straps from the hooks, and
then install the seat with the straps
hanging out from under the passenger
seat.
EAU15306
Si
destan dThe sidestand is located on the left
side of the frame. Raise the sidestand
or lower it with your foot while holding
the vehicle upright.TIPThe built-in sidestand switch is part of
the ignition circuit cut-off system,
which cuts the ignition in certain situa-
tions. (See the following section for an
explanation of the ignition circuit cut-
off system.)
WARNING
EWA10242
The vehicle must not be ri dden with
the si destan d d own, or if the si de-
stan d cannot b e properly move d up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
si destan d coul d contact the groun d
an d d istract the operator, resultin g
in a possib le loss of control.
Yamaha’s ig nition circuit cut-off
system has been desi gne d to assist
the operator in fulfillin g the respon-
si bility of raisin g the sid estand b e-
fore startin g off. Therefore, check
1. Luggage strap holder
2. Hook
1. Luggage strap holder
12
2
11
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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EAU59950
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 connecte d 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 excee d 24
W (2 A), otherwise the fuse may b low
or the battery may dischar ge.
This vehicle is equipped with an auxil-
iary DC connector. A 12–V accessory
connected to the auxiliary DC connec-
tor can be used when the key is in the
“ON” position.
1. Auxiliary DC connector
2. Auxiliary DC connector cap
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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 maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an acci dent or equipment damag e.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose for obstructions, cracks or
damage, and check hose connections. 3-17, 3-18
En gine oil • Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-9
Coolant • Check coolant level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 6-11
Front brake • 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 hydraulic system for leakage. 6-20, 6-21
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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 lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU48711
TIPThis model is equipped with:  a lean angle sensor to stop the en-
gine in case of a turnover. In this
case, the multi-function display in-
dicates error code 30, but this is
not a malfunction. Turn the key to
“OFF” and then to “ON” to clear
the error code. Failing to do so will
prevent the engine from starting
even though the engine will crank
when pushing the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
EAU59851
Startin g the en gineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
 The transmission is in the neutral
position.
 The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
See page 3-25 for more informa-
tion.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make sure that the start/engine stop
switch is set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for
a few seconds, then go off. Coolant temperature warning
light
 Engine trouble warning light
 Immobilizer system indicator
light
 Oil pressure warning light
(This warning light comes on
again after going off briefly,
and then remains on until the
engine is started.)
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