2015 YAMAHA MT-09 battery

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 ............................................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
3-3
3
EAU10685
LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering1. Turn the handlebars all the way tothe left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” position, and then turn it to
“LOCK” while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key. To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
EAU59680
(Parkin
g)
The hazard lights and turn signal lights
can be turned on, but all other electri-
cal systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”.
NOTICE
ECA20760
Usin g the hazar d o r t ur n s i gnal li ghts
for an exten ded len gth of time may
cause the battery to d ischarge.
EAU49396
In dicator li ghts and warning
li g hts
EAU11021
Turn si gnal in dicator li ght “ ”
This indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to the left
or right.
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Push.
2. Turn.12
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. High beam indicator light “ ”
3. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
4. Oil level warning light “ ”
5. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
6. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
7. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light “ ” (for ABS models)
8. Immobilizer system indicator light “ ”
1
2
3
4
5
6
78
ABS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-28
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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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-2
5a warnin
g or in dicator li ght remains
on, see pa ge 3-3 for the correspon d-
in g warnin g an d in dicator li ght 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-
ing at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h)
or higher.
NOTICE
ECA17682
If the ABS warnin g lig ht does not
come on an d then g o off as ex-
plaine d a bove, see pa ge 3-3 for the
warnin g lig ht circuit check.2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position. The neutral indi-
cator light should come on. If not,
ask a Yamaha dealer to check the
electrical circuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the “ ” side of the start/engine
stop switch.
If the engine fails to start, release
the start/engine stop switch, wait
a few seconds, and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be as short as possible to preserve
the battery. Do not crank the en-
gine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en
gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
EAU16673
Shiftin gShifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.TIPTo shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
1
N
2 3
4
5
6
1
2
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-29
6
EAU23292
Checking the wheel b earingsThe 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 Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU50291
BatteryThe battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-21.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe b
urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes an d seek prompt
me dical attention.
 Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
ha v e di s c ha r g e d. Ke e p in m in d t ha t t he
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
21
3
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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
ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltag e) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Usin g a conventional b attery
char ger will d amage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure the key is
turne d to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the neg ative lead b efore
d isconnectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16303]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the battery, be sure the key is turne
d to “OFF”, then
connect the positive lea d b efore
connectin g the ne gative lea d.
[ECA16841]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a dischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
EAU57983
Replacin g the fusesThe fuse boxes and individual fuses
are located under the seat (See page
3-21.) and behind the right side panel.
To access fuse box 1, remove and in-
stall the right side panel as follows.
1. Remove the bolt and quick fasten- ers.
2. Pull the right side panel off as shown.1. Right side panel
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
1
3
2
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
6-43
6
EAU42365
Troubleshootin g chartsStartin g pro blems or poor en gine 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 the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.
The engine does not start.
Check the ignition.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and have a Yamaha dealer charge
the battery if necessary.
DryWet
Operate the electric starter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE7-4
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 plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then pla-
ce the spark plugs on the cylin-
der head so that the electrodes
are grounded. (This will limit
sparking during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turning the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug caps
from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place
and charge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an exces-
sively cold or warm place [less
than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30
°C (90 °F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-29.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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