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EAU10194

MXT9K

OWNER’S MANUAL

y Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

1st e

ition, April 2018

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Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

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in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-32-18

UBD510E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, July 17, 2018 1:55 PM

Summary of Contents for NIKEN 2019

Page 1: ...DIC183 BD5 28199 10 MXT9K OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 32 18...

Page 2: ...r reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently...

Page 3: ...tain these high standards it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual Yamaha co...

Page 4: ...ntial personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or...

Page 5: ...tor Corporation U S A 1st edition April 2018 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in...

Page 6: ...points 6 1 Starting the engine 6 1 Shifting 6 2 Engine break in 6 4 Parking 6 4 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7 1 Tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 Gen...

Page 7: ...ts 7 36 Motorcycle care and storage 8 1 Matte color caution 8 1 Care 8 1 Storage 8 3 Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Diagnostic connector 10 2 Vehicle data rec...

Page 8: ...They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is avai...

Page 9: ...Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner gasoline or solvent will damage windshield Use neutral detergent 4B5 2815K 00 WARNING 29P 2816R 00 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THE OWNER S MANUAL AND AL...

Page 10: ...NFORMATION Cold tire normal pressure should be set as follows Up to 90 kg 198 lbs load FRONT REAR 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm 33 psi 290 kPa 2 90 kgf cm 42 psi 90kg 198 lbs maximum load FRONT REAR 225 kPa 2 2...

Page 11: ...rest you Safe Riding Perform the pre operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the po...

Page 12: ...main tain control of the motorcycle The passenger should always hold onto the operator the seat strap or grab bar if equipped with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests Never carry...

Page 13: ...ycle is changed To avoid the possibility of an accident use extreme caution when adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle Use extra care when riding a motorcycle that has added cargo or accessor...

Page 14: ...change any of the vehicle s design or operation characteristics can put you and others at greater risk of serious injury or death You are responsible for injuries related to changes in the vehicle Ke...

Page 15: ...ications and for informa tion on servicing and replacing your tires Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe the following in structions before transporting the mo torcycle in another vehicle Re...

Page 16: ...partment page 4 27 3 Tool kit page 7 2 4 Seat lock page 4 25 5 Spring preload adjuster page 4 29 6 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 29 7 Shift pedal page 4 17 8 Engine oil drain bolt page 7 12 9...

Page 17: ...page 7 22 3 Fuel tank cap page 4 21 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 28 5 Compression damping force adjuster page 4 28 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 14 7 Engine oil level check window page 7 12 8...

Page 18: ...dlebar switches page 4 2 3 Auxiliary DC jack page 4 31 4 Multi function meter unit page 4 9 5 Front brake fluid reservoir page 7 22 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 2 7 Brake lever page 4 18 8 Thrott...

Page 19: ...thout the engine running EAU10662 OFF All electrical systems are off The key can be removed WARNING EWA10062 Never turn the key to OFF or LOCK while the vehicle is moving Otherwise the electrical syst...

Page 20: ...t Right EAU73921 Dimmer Pass switch PASS Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam To flash the high beam push the pass side PASS of the switch while the headlights are on low beam...

Page 21: ...length of time with the en gine not running otherwise the bat tery may discharge EAU84250 Cruise control switches See page 4 6 for an explanation of the cruise control system EAU84520 MENU switch Thi...

Page 22: ...These indicator lights come on when the cruise control system is activated See page 4 6 TIP When the vehicle is turned on these lights should come on for a few sec onds and then go off If the lights d...

Page 23: ...l the ve hicle reaches a traveling speed of 10 km h 6 mi h or higher Otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the elec trical circuit EAU73272 Traction control system indicator light In normal operation t...

Page 24: ...et cruising speed To prevent accidentally activat ing the cruise control system turn it off when not in use Make sure that the cruise control sys tem indicator light is off Activating and setting the...

Page 25: ...e control sys tem Perform one of the following opera tions to cancel the set cruising speed The SET indicator light will go off Turn the throttle grip past the closed position in the deceleration dire...

Page 26: ...icator light will flash for 4 seconds and then go off When not traveling with a set cruising speed if the start engine stop switch is set to the position the engine stalls or the sidestand is lowered...

Page 27: ...r display drive mode display TCS display QS indicator multi function display brightness and shift light control mode TIP The multi function meter unit can be set to kilometers or miles To switch betwe...

Page 28: ...h up or down to set the hours 4 Push the MENU switch and the minute digits will start flashing 5 Push the SELECT switch up or down to set the minutes 6 Push the MENU switch to start the clock Fuel met...

Page 29: ...umption Avoid high engine speeds during acceleration Travel at a constant speed Select the transmission gear that is appropriate for the vehicle speed Transmission gear display This display shows the...

Page 30: ...uel consumption coolant temperature air temperature TIP The odometer will lock at 999999 The tripmeters reset and continue counting after 9999 9 is reached Push the SELECT switch to change the display...

Page 31: ...l consumption can be set to km L L 100 km or MPG km L the distance that can be traveled on 1 0 L of fuel L 100 km the amount of fuel necessary to travel 100 km MPG the distance that can be traveled on...

Page 32: ...ure varies with changes in the weather and engine load Air temperature The temperature of the air drawn into the intake system from 16 F to 122 F is shown in 1 F increments TIP 16 F will be displayed...

Page 33: ...m the selection The control mode changes to the shift light on r min setting function To set the shift light on r min The shift light can be set between 6000 r min and 12000 r min in increments of 200...

Page 34: ...th and sporty drivability from the low speed range to the high speed range MODE 1 This mode offers a sportier engine re sponse in the low to mid speed range compared to MODE 2 TIP The current drive mo...

Page 35: ...shift switch detects motion in the shift ped al engine power and drive torque are momentarily adjusted to allow the up shift to occur TIP QS operates when traveling at least 20 km h 12 mi h with an e...

Page 36: ...S The anti lock brake system ABS acts on the front and rear brakes indepen dently WARNING EWA16051 Always keep a sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead to match the riding speed even with ABS The...

Page 37: ...on slippery surfaces such as un paved or wet roads If sensors detect that the rear wheel is starting to slip uncontrolled spinning the traction control system assists by regulating engine power as ne...

Page 38: ...CE ECA16801 Use only the specified tires See page 7 17 Using different sized tires will prevent the traction control system from controlling tire rotation accurately Setting the traction control syste...

Page 39: ...f ter resetting the vehicle may still be ridden however have a Yamaha deal er check the vehicle as soon as possi ble 4 Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle and turn off the warning light EAU13076 Fu...

Page 40: ...on such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dryers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank When refueling be sure to insert the pump nozzle into the fuel tank filler hole Stop filling when the fu...

Page 41: ...containing ethanol and that con taining 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 becaus...

Page 42: ...zards such as grass or other materials that easily burn Park the vehicle in a place where pedestrians or children are not likely to touch the hot exhaust system Make sure that the exhaust sys tem has...

Page 43: ...ront of the passenger seat into the seat holder as shown and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 2 Remove the key Rider seat To remove the rider seat 1 Remove the passenger seat an...

Page 44: ...w you to secure helmet s to the ve hicle To secure a helmet with the helmet holding cable 1 Remove the passenger seat 2 Remove the storage pouch and cable 3 Pass the helmet holding cable through the b...

Page 45: ...NING EWA10962 Do not exceed the load limit of 1 5 kg 3 lb for the storage com partment Do not exceed the maximum load of 195 kg 430 lb for the ve hicle EAU39672 Rear view mirrors The rear view mirrors...

Page 46: ...eyond the maximum or minimum settings Rebound damping force To increase the rebound damping for ce and thereby harden the rebound damping turn the adjusting screw on each side of the front fork in dir...

Page 47: ...ften the suspension turn the ad justing knob in direction b TIP When adjusting the spring preload set ting turn the adjuster in direction b until it stops and then count the clicks in direction a Rebo...

Page 48: ...the fol lowing information before handling the shock absorber assembly Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly Do not subject the shock ab sorber assembly to an open flame or other...

Page 49: ...ain switch off 2 Remove the auxiliary DC jack cap 3 Turn the accessory off 4 Insert the accessory plug into the auxiliary DC jack 5 Turn the main switch on and start the engine See page 6 1 6 Turn the...

Page 50: ...act the operator resulting in a possible loss of control Yamaha s ignition circuit cut off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon sibility of raising the sidestand be...

Page 51: ...as stalled 10 Move the sidestand up 11 Pull the clutch lever 12 Push the start switch Does the engine start The system is OK The motorcycle can be ridden YES NO YES NO YES NO The neutral switch may no...

Page 52: ...llowing points ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level in fuel tank Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions cracks or damage and check hose connec...

Page 53: ...tle grip free play and lubricate ca ble and grip housing 7 16 7 26 Control cables Make sure that operation is smooth Lubricate if necessary 7 26 Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Check...

Page 54: ...tightened Tighten if necessary Instruments lights signals and switches Check operation Correct if necessary Sidestand switch Check operation of ignition circuit cut off system If system is not working...

Page 55: ...engine will crank when pushing the start switch an engine auto stop system The engine stops automatically if left idling for 20 minutes If the engine stops simply push the start switch to restart the...

Page 56: ...the transmission into the neutral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and then slightly raise it This model is equipped with a quick shift system See...

Page 57: ...ll or runs roughly pull the clutch lever in use the brakes to slow the motorcycle and continue to downshift as necessary 4 Once the motorcycle has stopped the transmission can be shifted into the neut...

Page 58: ...be changed and the oil filter car tridge or element replaced ECA10303 1000 1600 km 600 1000 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 6700 r min 1600 km 1000 mi and beyond The vehicle can now be operated nor...

Page 59: ...performing maintenance unless otherwise specified A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires Running the engine whil...

Page 60: ...ed in the tool kit are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However a torque wrench and other tools are necessary to perform certain maintenance work...

Page 61: ...000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km or 12 months 12000 mi 19000 km or 18 months 16000 mi 25000 km or 24 months 20000 mi 31000 km or 30 months 1 Fuel line Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace...

Page 62: ...em Check the air cut off valve reed valve and hose for damage Replace any damaged parts No ITEM ROUTINE INITIAL ODOMETER READINGS 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4000 mi 7000 km or 6 months 8000 mi 13000 km...

Page 63: ...Air filter element Replace Every 24000 mi 37000 km 3 Clutch Check operation Adjust or replace cable 4 Front brake Check operation fluid level and for fluid leakage Replace brake pads if necessary 5 Re...

Page 64: ...grease Every 32000 mi 50000 km 13 Drive chain Check chain slack alignment and condition Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O ring chain lubricant thoroughly Every 500 mi 800 km and after washi...

Page 65: ...Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 22 Shock absorber as sembly Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 23 Rear suspension link pivots Check operati...

Page 66: ...leakage Change coolant Every 3 years 27 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 28 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 29 Throttle grip Chec...

Page 67: ...Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers and change the brake fluid Replace the brake hoses every four years or sooner if cracked or damaged UBD510E0...

Page 68: ...nel needs to be removed and installed EAU84640 Panel A To remove the panel 1 Remove the quick fastener and bolt 2 Pull the panel outward as shown To install the panel 1 Place the panel in the original...

Page 69: ...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 Cl...

Page 70: ...ny chemical additives Do not use oils with a diesel speci fication of CD or oils of a high er quality than specified In addition do not use oils labeled ENERGY CONSERVING II or higher Make sure that n...

Page 71: ...gine oil filler cap and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket TIP Skip steps 4 6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 4 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP A...

Page 72: ...is sufficient ECA10012 EAUS1203 Coolant The coolant level should be checked regularly In addition the coolant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart TIP If genui...

Page 73: ...coolant replace it with cool ant as soon as possible other wise the cooling system will not be protected against frost and corrosion If water has been added to the coolant have a Yamaha dealer check t...

Page 74: ...the engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed and if necessary have it corrected by a Yamaha dealer EAU21386 Checking the throttle grip free play Measure the throttle grip free play as shown...

Page 75: ...es Tire air pressure The tire air pressure should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA10504 Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury...

Page 76: ...at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be broken in for it to develop its optimal characteristics Tire information This model is equipped with tubeless tires and ti...

Page 77: ...pproximately 100 km 60 mi after installing a new tire The tires must be warmed up before a high speed run Always adjust the tire air pres sure according to the operating conditions EAU61160 Cast wheel...

Page 78: ...rrectly have a Yamaha dealer check the internal clutch mechanism EAU37914 Checking the brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end If there is free play have a Yamaha dea...

Page 79: ...ed to the brake lever and brake pedal Since the brake light switches are components of the anti lock brake sys tem they should only be serviced by a Yamaha dealer EAU22393 Checking the front and rear...

Page 80: ...tor grooves which allow you to check the brake pad wear with out having to disassemble the brake To check the brake pad wear check the wear indicator grooves If a brake pad has worn to the point that...

Page 81: ...er or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water will significantly lower the boil ing point of the fluid and may re sult in vapor lock and dirt may clog the ABS hydraulic unit...

Page 82: ...o weight on the motorcycle 2 Shift the transmission into the neutral position 3 Measure the drive chain slack as shown 4 If the drive chain slack is incorrect adjust it as follows NOTICE Im proper dri...

Page 83: ...intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart otherwise it will quickly wear out especially when riding in dusty or wet areas Service the drive chain as follows NOTICE ECA1058...

Page 84: ...ent unsafe condi tions EWA10712 EAU23115 Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride In addition the cable should be lubr...

Page 85: ...edal pivots should be lu bricated if necessary Brake pedal Shift pedal EAU23144 Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers The operation of the brake and clutch levers should be checked befo...

Page 86: ...k or repair it Otherwise the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator re sulting in a possible loss of control EAUM1653 Lubricating the swingarm piv ots The swingarm pivots must be...

Page 87: ...avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 While applying the front brake push down hard on the handle bars several times to check if the front fork...

Page 88: ...chart EAU50212 Battery The battery is located under the rider seat See page 4 25 This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to check the electro lyte or to a...

Page 89: ...ies NOTICE ECA16522 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special con stant voltage battery charger is re quired Using a conventional battery charger will damage the battery To store th...

Page 90: ...by pulling it up ward To access fuse box 2 fuse box 3 the brake light fuse and the cruise control fuse remove panel A See page 7 10 1 ABS motor spare fuse 2 ABS motor fuse 3 Fuse box 1 4 Main fuse 1...

Page 91: ...2 ABS control unit fuse 3 Accessory fuse 4 Ignition fuse 5 Hazard fuse 6 Terminal fuse 1 7 Terminal fuse 2 8 Headlight fuse 9 Right radiator fan motor fuse 10 Left radiator fan motor fuse 11 Spare fu...

Page 92: ...uble may occur during operation Any problem in the fuel compression or ignition systems for example can cause poor starting and loss of power The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and e...

Page 93: ...iodic maintenance and adjustment 7 35 7 heaters or furnaces Gasoline or gasoline vapors can ignite or ex plode causing severe injury or prop erty damage UBD510E0 book Page 35 Tuesday July 17 2018 1 55...

Page 94: ...Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Operate the electric starter 4 Compression There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Have a Y...

Page 95: ...d press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the recommend...

Page 96: ...owfall areas may be sprayed with salt as a de icing method This salt can stay on the roads well into spring so be sure to wash the underside and chassis parts after riding in such areas Genuine Yamaha...

Page 97: ...owel or sponge Use an old tooth brush or plastic bristle brush for for hard to reach places NOTICE Use cold water if the vehicle has been exposed to salt Warm water will increase salt s corrosive prop...

Page 98: ...he paint Apply sprays and wax sparingly Wipe off excess afterwards WARNING EWA20660 Contaminants left on the brakes or tires can cause loss of control Make sure there is no lubricant or wax on the bra...

Page 99: ...des 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 dam age or injury fro...

Page 100: ...gher JASO standard MA Engine oil quantity Oil change 2 40 L 2 54 US qt 2 11 Imp qt With oil filter removal 2 70 L 2 85 US qt 2 38 Imp qt Coolant quantity Coolant reservoir up to the maximum level mark...

Page 101: ...e Hydraulic disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical system System voltage 12 V Battery Mod...

Page 102: ...CLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MODEL LABEL INFORMATION KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER EAU26411 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the frame TIP...

Page 103: ...ded and use it for reference when ordering a new key EAU48271 Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label The Vehicle Emission Control Informa tion label is affixed at the location in the illustration...

Page 104: ...s or service procedures are performed Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model the main data points are Vehicle status and engine perfor mance data Fuel injection and emission relat e...

Page 105: ...t finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Yamaha Motor...

Page 106: ...cle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed o...

Page 107: ...nder that maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks 600 mi 1000 km or 1 month 4...

Page 108: ...mation 10 7 10 36000 mi 55000 km or 54 months 40000 mi 61000 km or 60 months Maintenance interval Date of service Mileage Servicing dealer name and address Remarks UBD510E0 book Page 7 Tuesday July 17...

Page 109: ...RANSFER To transfer the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle d...

Page 110: ...ater date Each Yamaha motorcycle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can...

Page 111: ...overed repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t pro rated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is...

Page 112: ...d protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your VIN number and we ll be happy to help you get the Y E S co...

Page 113: ...F Front and rear brake pads checking 7 21 Front fork adjusting 4 28 Front fork checking 7 29 Fuel 4 22 Fuel tank cap 4 21 Fuel tank overflow hose 4 23 Fuses replacing 7 32 H Handlebar switches 4 2 Haz...

Page 114: ...play checking 7 16 Tires 7 17 Tool kit 7 2 Traction control system 4 19 Traction control system indicator light 4 5 Troubleshooting 7 34 Troubleshooting charts 7 36 Turn signal indicator lights 4 3 Tu...

Page 115: ...right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engine...

Page 116: ...DIC183 PRINTED IN JAPAN 2018 07 0 3 1 CR E PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER...

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