2016 YAMAHA MT-10 clutch

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
Cruise control system ..................... 3-1
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 3-3
Traction control system .................. 3-4
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 ................. 4-8
Clutch lever................................... 4-16
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 4-17
Brake lever ................................... 4-17
Brake pedal .................................. 4-18
ABS .............................................. 4-18
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-19
Fuel............................................... 4-20
Fuel tank overflow hose................ 4-21
Catalytic converter ........................ 4-21
Seat .............................................. 4-22
Adjusting the front fork.................. 4-23 Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly................................... 4-24
Luggage strap holders . ................ 4-27
EXUP system ............................... 4-27
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 4-28
Sidestand ..................................... 4-28
Ignition circuit cut- off system ........ 4-29
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
Owner’s tool kits ............................. 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ....... 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-9
Canister ........................................ 7-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 7-10
Coolant ......................................... 7-13 Air filter element ........................... 7-17
Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ 7-17
Checking the throttle grip free play ........................................... 7-17
Valve clearance ........................... 7-18
Tires ............................................. 7-18
Cast wheels ................................. 7-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 7-21
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-21
Brake light switches ..................... 7-22
Checking the front and rear
brake pads................................ 7-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-24
Drive chain slack.......................... 7-24
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain ................................ 7-26
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 7-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ............ 7-28
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Description
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Controls and instruments
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1. Clutch lever (page 4-16)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 4-3)
3. Auxiliary DC jack (page 4-28)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 4-2)
5. Multi-function meter unit (page 4-8)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 7-23)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 4-3)
8. Throttle grip (page 7-17) 9. Brake lever (page 4-17)
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Special features
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new cruising speed by pushing the
“SET–” side of the setting switch. If you
do not set a new cruising speed, when
you return the throttle grip, the vehicle
will decelerate to the previously set
cruising speed.
Deactivating the cruise control sys-
tem
Perform one of the following operations
to cancel the set cruising speed. The
“SET” indicator light will go off.
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Turn the throttle grip past the
closed position in the deceleration
direction.
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Apply the front or rear brake.
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Disengage the clutch.
Push the power switch to turn off the
cruise control system. The “ ” indica-
tor light and the “SET” indicator light will
go off.
TIPTraveling speed decreases as soon as
the cruise control system is deactivat-ed; unless the throttle grip is turned.
Using the resume function
Push the “RES+” side of the cruise con-
trol setting switch to reactivate the
cruise control system. The traveling
speed will return to the previously set
cruising speed. The “SET” indicator
light will come on.
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It is dangerous to use the resume
function when the previously set
cruising speed is too high for cur-rent conditions.TIPPushing the power switch while the
system is operating will turn the system
off completely and erase the previously set cruising speed. You will not be able
to use the resume function until a new
cruising speed has been set.
Automatic deactivation of the cruisecontrol systemThe cruise control system for this mod-
el is electronically controlled and is
linked with the other control systems.
The cruise control system will automat-
ically become deactivated under the
following conditions:
The cruise control system is not
able to maintain the set cruising
speed.
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Wheel slip or wheel spin is detect-
ed. (If the traction control system
has not been turned off, the trac-
tion control system will work.)
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The start/engine stop switch is set
to the “ ” position.
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The engine stalls.
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The sidestand is lowered.
When traveling with a set cruising
speed, if the cruise control system is
deactivated under the above condi-
tions, the “ ” indicator light will go off
and the “SET” indicator light will flash
1. Closed position
2. Cruise control cancel direction
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Instrument and control functions
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To set the shift timing indicator light ac-
tivation functionTIPThe shift timing indicator light activation
function can be set between 7000 r/min
and 13000 r/min. The indicator light canbe set in increments of 200 r/min.
1. Push the “RESET” button to select the desired engine speed for acti-
vating the indicator light.
2. Push the “CLOCK” button to con- firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift timing indicator light deactiva-
tion function.
To set the shift timing indicator light de-activation functionTIP
The shift timing indicator light de-
activation function can be set be-
tween 7000 r/min and 13000 r/min.
The indicator light can be set in in-
crements of 200 r/min.
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Be sure to set the deactivation
function to a higher engine speed
than for the activation function,
otherwise the shift timing indicator
light will remain deactivated.
1. Push the “RESET” button to select the desired engine speed for deac-
tivating the indicator light.
2. Push the “CLOCK” button to con- firm the selected engine speed.
The control mode changes to the
shift timing indicator light bright-
ness function.
To adjust the shift timing indicator light
brightness1. Push the “RESET” button to select the desired indicator light bright-
ness level.
2. Push the “CLOCK” button to con- firm the selected indicator light
brightness level and exit the dis-
play brightness and shift timing in-
dicator light control mode.
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See
page 4-29.)1. Clutch lever
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Instrument and control functions
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Shift pedalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the motorcycle and is used in
combination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 6-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the throttle
grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, turn the ad-
justing dial while holding the lever
pushed away from the throttle grip.
Make sure that the appropriate setting
on the adjusting dial is aligned with the “ ” mark on the brake lever.
1. Shift pedal
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1. “ ” mark
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial
3. Brake lever
4. Distance between brake lever and throttle
grip
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Instrument and control functions
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Ignition circuit cut-off systemThe ignition circuit cut-off system (com-
prising the sidestand switch, clutch
switch and neutral switch) has the fol-
lowing functions.
It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the sides-
tand is up, but the clutch lever is
not pulled.
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It prevents starting when the trans-
mission is in gear and the clutch le-
ver is pulled, but the sidestand is
still down.
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It cuts the running engine when the
transmission is in gear and the sid-
estand is moved down.
Periodically check the operation of the
ignition circuit cut-off system according
to the following procedure.
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With the engine turned off:
1. Move the sidestand down.
2. Make sure that the start/engine stop switch is set to “ ”.
3. Turn the key on.
4. Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
5. Push the “ ” side of the start/engine stop switch.
Does the engine start?
With the engine still running:
6. Move the sidestand up.
7. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
8. Shift the transmission into gear.
9. Move the sidestand down.
Does the engine stall?
After the engine has stalled:
10. Move the sidestand up.
11. Keep the clutch lever pulled.
12. Push the “ ” side of the start/engine stop switch.
Does the engine start?
The system is OK. The motorcycle can be ridden.
YES NO YES NO YES NO
The neutral switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.
The clutch switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.The sidestand switch may not be working correctly.
The motorcycle should not be ridden until
checked by a Yamaha dealer.If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha
dealer check the system before riding.
WARNING
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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Rear 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. 7-22, 7-23
Clutch Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary. 7-21
Throttle grip Make sure that operation is smooth.
Check throttle grip free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust th
rottle grip free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing. 7-17, 7-27
Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-26
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-24, 7-26
Wheels and tires Check for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary. 7-18, 7-20
Brake and shift pedals Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary. 7-27
Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary. 7-28
Sidestand Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary. 7-28
Chassis fasteners Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary. —
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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