2022 YAMAHA MT-09 engine oil

Operation and important rid ing points
6-2
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EAU91411
Startin g the eng ineThe ignition circuit cut-off system will
enable starting when:
 the transmission is in the neutral
position or
 the transmission is in gear, the
sidestand is up, and the clutch le-
ver is pulled.
To start the engine1. Turn the main switch on and set the engine stop switch to the run
position.
2. Confirm the indicator and warning light(s) come on for a few sec-
onds, and then go off. (See page
4-5.)TIPDo not start the engine if the mal-
function indicator light remains on.
 The oil pressure and coolant tem-
perature warning light should
come on and stay on until the en-
gine is started. 
The ABS warning light should
come on and stay on until the ve-
hicle reaches a speed of 5 km/h (3
mi/h).
NOTICE
ECA24110
If a warnin g or in dicator li ght does
not work as d escribed a bove, have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.3. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
4. Start the engine by pushing the start switch.
5. Release the start switch when the engine starts, or after 5 seconds.
Wait 10 seconds before pressing
the switch again to allow battery
voltage to restore.TIPIf the engine fails to start, try again with
the throttle grip turned by a 1/4 turn (20
degrees) open.
NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!1. 1/4 turn (20 degrees)
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20 *Sidestan d switch • Check operation and replace if
necessary. √√√√√√
21 *Front fork • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
22 *Shock a
bsor ber as-
sem bly • Check operation and for oil leak-
age.
• Replace if necessary. √√√√
23 *Rear suspension re-
lay arm an
d con-
nectin g arm
pivotin g points • Check operation.
√√√√
24 En gine oil • Change (warm engine before
draining).
• Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage. √√√√√√
25 En
gine oil filter car-
tri dge • Replace.
√√√
26 *Coolin g system • Check coolant level and vehicle
for coolant leakage. √√√√√
• Change. Every 3 years
27 *Front an
d rear
b rake switches • Check operation.
√√√√√√
28 *Movin
g parts an d
cab les • Lubricate.
√√√√√
29 *Throttle grip • Check operation.
• Lubricate throttle grip housing
tube guides. √√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
OD
OM E TER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi) 10000 km
(6000 mi) 20000 km
(12000 mi) 30000 km
(18000 mi) 40000 km
(24000 mi)
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EAU19653
Checkin g the spark plu gsThe spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be
checked periodically, preferably by a
Yamaha dealer. Since heat and depos- its will cause any spark plug to slowly
erode, they should be removed and
checked in accordance with the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication
chart. In addition, the condition of the
spark plugs can reveal the condition of
the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of each spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the vehicle is ridden
normally), and all spark plugs installed
in the engine should have the same
color. If any spark plug shows a dis-
tinctly different color, the engine could
be operating improperly. Do not at-
tempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of elec-
trode erosion and excessive carbon or
other deposits, it should be replaced. Before installing a spark plug, the
spark plug gap should be measured
with a wire thickness gauge and, if
necessary, adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and
then wipe off any grime from the spark
plug threads.
TIPIf a torque wrench is not available
when installing a spark plug, a good
estimate of the correct torque is 1/4…
1/2 turn past finger tight. However, the
spark plug should be tightened to the
specified torque as soon as possible.NOTICE
ECA10841
Do not use any tools to remove or in-
stall the spark plu
g cap, otherwise
the i gnition coil coupler may get
d amag ed . The spark plu g cap may
b e difficult to remove b ecause the
ru bber seal on the en d of the cap fits
ti g htly. To remove the spark plu g
cap, simply twist it b ack and forth
while pullin g it out; to install it, twist
it back an d forth while pushin g it in.
Specifie d spark plu g:
NGK/LMAR9A-91. Spark plug gapSpark plu g g ap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Spark plug: 13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9.6 lb·ft)
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EAU36113
CanisterThis model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
 Check each hose connection.
 Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
 Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU1990G
Engine oilThe engine oil level should be checked
regularly. In addition, the oil must be
changed and the oil filter cartridge re-
placed at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance chart.NOTICE
ECA11621
 In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the en gine oil also
lu bricates the clutch), do not
mix any chemical add itives. Do
not use oils with a diesel speci-
fication of “CD” or oils of a hi gh-
er quality than specified . In
a dd ition, do not use oils lab eled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
To check the en gine oil level
1. After warming up the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil level to
settle for an accurate reading.
2. With the vehicle on a level surface, hold it upright for an accurate
reading.
3. Look at the check window located at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.TIPThe engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather
3. Fuel tank overflow hose
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2
3 123
Recommen
ded en gine oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil quantity: Oil change:2.80 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil level check window
3. Maximum level mark
4. Minimum level mark
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2
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2
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7 4. If the engine oil is at or below the
minimum level mark, remove the
oil filler cap and add oil.
5. Check the engine oil filler cap O- ring. Replace if damaged.
6. Install the engine oil filler cap.
To chan ge the en gine oil (an d filter)
1. Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes to warm up the
oil, and then stop the engine.
2. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap, and then the engine oil drain bolt
and gasket.
TIPSkip steps 4…6 if the oil filter cartridge
is not being replaced.4. Remove the oil filter cartridge withan oil filter wrench.
TIPAn oil filter wrench is available at a
Yamaha dealer.5. 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 properly
seated.6. Install the new oil filter cartridge,and then tighten to the specified
torque.
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. O-ring
21
1. Engine oil drain bolt
2. Gasket
1. Oil filter wrench
2. Oil filter cartridge
1
2
1
2
1. O-ring
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7. Install the engine oil drain bolt with a new gasket, and then tighten the
bolt to the specified torque.
8. Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil into the crank-
case.
TIPUsing a funnel is recommended.
9. After checking the engine oil fillercap O-ring, install the filler cap.TIPWipe off any spilled oil before starting
the engine.10. Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leaks.TIPIf any oil leaks are found which you
cannot fix, have the vehicle inspected.11. Stop the engine, wait a few min-utes for the oil level to settle, and
then check the oil level one last
time. NOTICE: Do not operate
the vehicle until you know that
the en gine oil level is sufficient.
[ECA10012] EAU85450
Why Yamalu
beYAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA
Part born of the engineers’ passion
and belief that engine oil is an impor-
tant liquid engine component. We form
teams of specialists in the fields of me-
chanical engineering, chemistry, elec-
tronics and track testing, and have
them develop the engine together with
the oil it will use. Yamalube oils take full
advantage of the base oil’s qualities
and blend in the ideal balance of addi-
tives to make sure the final oil clears
our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and
synthetic oils have their own distinct
characters and value. Yamaha’s expe-
rience gained over many years of re-
search and development into oil since
the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the
best choice for your Yamaha engine.
1. Torque wrenchTi ghtenin g torque:
Oil filter cartridge: 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
Ti ghtenin g torque:
Engine oil drain bolt:
43 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 32 lb·ft)
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Motorcycle care and stora ge
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8 1. Make all necessary repairs and
perform any outstanding mainte-
nance.
2. Follow all instructions in the Care section of this chapter.
3. Fill up the fuel tank, adding fuel stabilizer according to product in-
structions. Run the engine for 5
minutes to distribute treated fuel
through the fuel system.
4. For vehicles equipped with a fuel cock: Turn the fuel cock lever to
the off position.
5. For vehicles with a carburetor: To prevent fuel deposits from build-
ing up, drain the fuel in the carbu-
retor float chamber into a clean
container. Retighten the drain bolt
and pour the fuel back into the fuel
tank.
6. Use a quality engine fogging oil according to product instructions
to protect internal engine compo-
nents from corrosion. If engine
fogging oil is not available, per-
form the following steps for each
cylinder:a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug. b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine
oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent d am-
a g e or injury from sparkin g,
make sure to groun d the
spark plu g electro des while
turnin g the en gine over.
[EWA10952]
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
7. Lubricate all control cables, piv- ots, levers and pedals, as well as
the sidestand and centerstand (if
equipped).
8. Check and correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the vehicle
so that all wheels are off the
ground. Otherwise, turn the wheels a little once a month in or-
der to prevent the tires from be-
coming degraded in one spot.
9. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
10. Remove the battery and fully charge it, or attach a maintenance
charger to keep the battery opti-
mally charged. NOTICE: Confirm
that the battery an d its char ger
are compati ble. Do not char ge a
VRLA battery with a convention-
al char ger.
[ECA26330]
TIP If the battery will be removed,
charge it once a month and store
it in a temperate location between
0-30 °C (32-90 °F).
 See page 7-28 for more informa-
tion on charging and storing the
battery.
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Specifications
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Dimensions:Overall length:2090 mm (82.3 in)
Overall width:
795 mm (31.3 in)
Overall height: 1190 mm (46.9 in)
Seat height: 825 mm (32.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1430 mm (56.3 in)
Ground clearance: 140 mm (5.51 in)
Minimum turning radius: 3.4 m (11.16 ft)Wei ght:Curb weight:
189 kg (417 lb)Engine:Combustion cycle:
4-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Valve train: DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Inline
Number of cylinders: 3-cylinder
Displacement: 890 cm³
Bore × stroke:
78.0 × 62.1 mm (3.07 × 2.44 in) Starting system:
Electric starter
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
SAE viscosity grades:
10W-40
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Oil change:2.80 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal:
3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)Coolant quantity:Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level
mark):0.28 L (0.30 US qt, 0.25 Imp.qt)
Radiator (including all routes): 1.72 L (1.82 US qt, 1.51 Imp.qt)Fuel:Recommended fuel:Unleaded gasoline (E10 acceptable)
Octane number (RON): 95
Fuel tank capacity:
14 L (3.7 US gal, 3.1 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 2.8 L (0.74 US gal, 0.62 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:Throttle body:ID mark:B7N1Drivetrain:Gear ratio:
1st: 2.571 (36/14)
2nd:
1.947 (37/19)
3rd: 1.619 (34/21)
4th: 1.381 (29/21)
5th:
1.190 (25/21)
6th: 1.037 (28/27)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22FRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Manufacturer/model: BRIDGESTONE/BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22R
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