2016 YAMAHA MT09 TRACER Owners Manual

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WARNING
EWA10601
This motorcycle is fitte d with super-
hi gh-spee d tires. Note the followin g
points in or der to make the most ef-
ficient use of these

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TIPIf the specified free play cannot be ob-
tained as described above or if the
clutch does not operate correctly, have
a Yamaha dealer check the internal

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EAU36504
Brake li ght switchesThe brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever,
should come on just before braking
takes effect. If n

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Checkin g the  brake flui d levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level with the t

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fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding.
EAU22733
Chan gin g the  brake flui dHave a Yamaha dealer chang

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To a djust the d rive chain slack
Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad-
justing the drive chain slack. 1. Take the motorcycle off the cen- terstand,

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7. Make sure that the drive chain
pullers are in the same position,
the drive chain slack is correct,
and the drive chain moves
smoothly.
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Cleanin

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Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the 
ca blesThe operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, a