2018 YAMAHA MT-09 catalytic converter

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
D-mode (drive mode)...................... 3-1
Traction control system .................. 3-1
Quick shift system ...... .................... 3-3
Instrument and control
functions ........................................... 4-1
Immobilizer system ..... .................... 4-1
Main switch/steering lock................ 4-2
Handlebar switches ........................ 4-4
Indicator lights and warning lights ............................................ 4-5
Multi-function meter unit ................. 4-8
Clutch lever................................... 4-14
Shift pedal..... ............................ .... 4-14
Brake lever ................................... 4-15
Brake pedal .................................. 4-15
ABS .............................................. 4-16
Fuel tank cap ................................ 4-17
Fuel............................................... 4-17
Fuel tank overflow hose................ 4-19
Catalytic converter ........................ 4-19
Seat .............................................. 4-20
Storage compartment ................... 4-21 Adjusting the front fork ................. 4-21
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly................................... 4-23
Luggage strap holders . ................ 4-25
Auxiliary DC connectors ............... 4-25
Sidestand ..................................... 4-25
Ignition circuit cut- off system ........ 4-26
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 kit............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ....... 7-3
General maintenance and lubrication chart .......................... 7-5
Removing and installing panels ..... 7-9
Checking the spark plugs ............. 7-10
Canister ........................................ 7-11
Engine oil ..................................... 7-12 Coolant ........................................ 7-14
Air filter element ........................... 7-16
Checking the engine idling
speed............ ............................ 7-16
Checking the throttle grip
free play.................................... 7-16
Valve clearance ........................... 7-17
Tires ............................................. 7-17
Cast wheels ................................. 7-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free play.................................... 7-20
Checking the brake lever free play.................................... 7-20
Brake light switches ..................... 7-21
Checking the front and rear brake pads................................ 7-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-23
Drive chain slack.......................... 7-24
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 7-25
Checking and lubricating the cables ....................................... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable ............... 7-26
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals .............. 7-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 7-27
Checking and lubricating the sidestand .................................. 7-28BS2-9-E1E0_1.book 1 ページ ２０１８年４月２７日　金曜日　午後４時５０分

Instrument and control functions
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hol containing ethanol and that contain-
ing methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
EAU72971
Fuel tank overflow hoseBefore operating the vehicle:
check the overflow hose connec-
tion.
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check the overflow hose for dam-
age.
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confirm the overflow hose is not
blocked.
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confirm the overflow hose is routed
through the clamp.
TIPSee page 7-11 for canister information.
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
burns:
Do not park the vehicle near
possible fire hazards such as
grass or other materials that
easily burn.
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Park the vehicle in a place
where pedestrians or children
are not likely to touch the hot
exhaust system.
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Make sure that the exhaust sys-
tem has cooled down before do-
ing any maintenance work.
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Do not allow the engine to idle
more than a few minutes. Long
idling can cause a build-up ofheat.
NOTICE
ECA10702
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause unre-
1. Fuel tank overflow hose
2. Clamp
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converter.
EAU57991
SeatTo remove the seat
1. Open the seat lock cover, insert the key into the seat lock, and then
turn the key counterclockwise.
2. While holding the key in that posi- tion, lift the rear of the seat up, and
then pull the seat off.
To install the seat 1. Insert the projections into the seat holders as shown. 2. Push the rear of the seat down to
lock it in place.
3. Remove the key.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
1. Seat lock
2. Seat lock cover
3. Unlock.1
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2. Seat holder
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IndexAABS ....................................................... 4-16
ABS warning light.................................... 4-6
Air filter element .................................... 7-16
Auxiliary DC connectors........................ 4-25BBattery................................................... 7-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating .................................... 7-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 7-27
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-23
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-22
Brake lever ............................................ 4-15
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 7-20
Brake light switches .............................. 7-21
Brake pedal ........................................... 4-15CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-26
Canister................................................. 7-11
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Catalytic converter ................................ 4-19
Clutch lever ........................................... 4-14
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-20
Coolant.................................................. 7-14
Coolant temperature warning light .......... 4-6DData recording, vehicle ......................... 10-2
Diagnostic connector ............................ 10-2
Dimmer switch ........................................ 4-4
D-mode (drive mode) .............................. 3-1
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-25
Drive chain slack ................................... 7-24
Drive mode switch................................... 4-5
EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed, checking .............. 7-16
Engine oil .............................................. 7-12
Engine serial number............................ 10-1
Engine trouble warning light ................... 4-6FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-21
Front fork, adjusting .............................. 4-21
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-29
Fuel....................................................... 4-17
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........ 6-3
Fuel tank cap ........................................ 4-17
Fuel tank overflow hose........................ 4-19
Fuses, replacing ................................... 7-31HHandlebar switches ................................ 4-4
Hazard switch ......................................... 4-5
High beam indicator light ........................ 4-5
Horn switch ............................................. 4-4IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................ 4-26
Immobilizer system ................................. 4-1
Immobilizer system indicator light........... 4-7
Indicator lights and warning lights .......... 4-5LLuggage strap holders .......................... 4-25MMain switch/steering lock........................ 4-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic .... 7-5
Maintenance, emission control system .................................................. 7-3
Matte color, caution ................................ 8-1 Model label ............................................ 10-2
Multi-function meter unit .......................... 4-8
NNeutral indicator light .............................. 4-5OOil level warning light .............................. 4-5PPanels, removing and installing .............. 7-9
Parking .................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Pass switch ............................................. 4-4QQuick shift indicator light ......................... 4-7
Quick shift system ................................... 3-3SSafety information ................................... 1-1
Seat ....................................................... 4-20
Shifting .................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ............................................. 4-14
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting .... 4-23
Sidestand .............................................. 4-25
Sidestand, checking an
d lubricating...... 7-28
Spark plugs, checking ........................... 7-10
Special features ...................................... 3-1
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Starting the engine .................................. 6-1
Steering, checking................................. 7-29
Stop/Run/Start switch.............................. 4-4
Storage.................................................... 8-3
Storage compartment............................ 4-21
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-35
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-28
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