2016 YAMAHA MT-09 seat adjustment

Table of contentsSafety information............................ 1-1
Description ........................................ 2-1
Left view .......................................... 2-1
Right view ........................................ 2-2
Controls and instrument s................. 2-3
Instrument and co ntrol functions.... 3-1
Immobilizer system ....... ................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock................. 3-2
Indicator lights and warning lights ... 3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................. 3-7
D-mode (drive mode)..................... 3-15
Handlebar switches ....................... 3-16
Clutch lever.................................... 3-18
Shift pedal....... ............................. .. 3-18
Brake lever .................................... 3-19
Brake pedal ................................... 3-19
ABS (for ABS models) .. ................. 3-20
Traction control system
(for equipped models) ................ 3-21
Fuel tank cap ................................. 3-22
Fuel................................................ 3-23
Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose ............................. 3-24
Catalytic converter ......................... 3-24
Seat ............................................... 3-25
Storage compartment .................... 3-26
Adjusting the front fork................... 3-26
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly .................................... 3-28 Luggage strap holders .
................. 3-29
Sidestand ...................................... 3-30
Ignition circuit cut- off system ......... 3-30
Auxiliary DC connector.................. 3-32
For your safety – pre-operation
checks ............................................... 4-1
Operation and important riding
points ................................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-2
Shifting ............................................ 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ................................ 5-4
Engine break-in ............................... 5-5
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 ......................................... 6-15 Checking the throttle grip free
play ............................................. 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15
Tires ............................................... 6-16
Cast wheels ................................... 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ............................................. 6-19
Checking the brake lever free
play ............................................. 6-19
Brake light switches ....................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads............................................ 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ........ 6-21
Changing the brake fluid ................ 6-23
Drive chain slack............................ 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ........................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ........... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals ........ .................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ........................ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .............................. 6-27
Lubricating the swingarm pivots .... 6-28
Checking the front fork................... 6-28
Checking the steering .................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings......... 6-29B87-9-E0_1.book 1 ページ ２０１５年１２月１６日　水曜日　午前１０時２１分

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EAU39692
Owner’s tool kitThe owner’s tool kit is located on the
bottom of the seat. (See page 3-25.)
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
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.TIPIf you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, havea Yamaha dealer perform it for you.1. Owner’s tool kit
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TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at aYamaha dealer. 6. Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge.
TIPMake sure that the O-ring is properlyseated.
7. Install the new oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench, and then
tighten it to the specified torque
with a torque wrench. 8. Install the engine oil drain bolt and
its new gasket, and then tighten
the bolt to the specified torque.
9. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil, and
then install and tighten the oil filler
cap.
1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
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1. O-ring
1. Torque wrenchTightening torque:Oil filter cartridge:
17 Nm (1.7 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque: Engine oil drain bolt:43 Nm (4.3 m·kgf, 31 ft·lbf)
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Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart. 1. Raise the front wheel off the ground. (See page 6-39.)
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the frontfork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23292
Checking the w heel bearingsThe 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.
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BatteryThe battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-25.)
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, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10761
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
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3. Place the panel in the original posi- tion.
4. Install the bolt and quick fasteners.
TIPThe quick fasteners are installed by
pushing out the center pin, inserting the
fastener into the panel, and then by
pushing the center pin flush with thefastener head. The main fuse, the fuel injection system
fuse, and fuse box 2 are located under
the seat. (See page 3-25.)
MT091. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Auxiliary fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
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1. Fuse box 2
2. Main fuse
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
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1. Radiator fan motor fuse
2. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer
system)
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. Spare fuse
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