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EAU10194

MXT9GTN

OWNER’S MANUAL

y Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

1st e

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ust 2021

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in Japan.

P/N LIT-11626-35-40

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Page 1: ...DIC183 B5B 28199 13 MXT9GTN OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle LIT 11626 35 40...

Page 2: ...eproductive 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 wh...

Page 3: ...n 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 conti...

Page 4: ...l 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 ser...

Page 5: ...Corporation U S A 1st edition August 2021 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in Ja...

Page 6: ...ting the engine 6 2 Shifting 6 3 Parking 6 4 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7 1 Tool kit 7 2 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 7 3 General maintenance and lubrication cha...

Page 7: ...cycle 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 recording 10 3 R...

Page 8: ...y 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 availab...

Page 9: ...aning 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 ALL L...

Page 10: ...MATION 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 25 kg...

Page 11: ...t 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 possi...

Page 12: ...n 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 a p...

Page 13: ...e 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 accessories...

Page 14: ...ange 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 Keep...

Page 15: ...ions 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 Remove...

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

Page 17: ...7 23 3 Fuel tank cap page 4 22 4 Rebound damping force adjuster page 4 28 5 Compression damping force adjuster page 4 28 6 Coolant reservoir page 7 15 7 Engine oil level check window page 7 12 8 Engi...

Page 18: ...es 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 23 6 Right handlebar switches page 4 2 7 Brake lever page 4 18 8 Throttle grip page...

Page 19: ...ut 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 systems...

Page 20: ...ches Left Right EAU85481 Dimmer Pass switch PASS Set this switch to for the high beam and to for the low beam To flash the high beam press the switch down to PASS while the headlights are on low beam...

Page 21: ...AU66010 Hazard switch With the key in the ON or posi tion use this switch to turn on the haz ard lights simultaneous flashing of all turn signal lights The hazard lights are used in case of an emergen...

Page 22: ...and then go off If the light does not come on or if the light remains on after con firming that the oil level is correct see page 7 12 have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle EAU58402 Cruise control in...

Page 23: ...not work correctly WARNING EWA16043 If the ABS warning light does not turn off after reaching 10 km h 6 mi h or if the warning light comes on while riding Use extra caution to avoid pos sible wheel l...

Page 24: ...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 cru...

Page 25: ...ntrol 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 directio...

Page 26: ...or 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 then...

Page 27: ...stem display quick shifter indicator grip warmer display multi function display brightness and shift light control mode TIP The multi function meter unit can be set to kilometers or miles To switch be...

Page 28: ...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 meter T...

Page 29: ...e 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 selected gear The neutra...

Page 30: ...ch to select the grip warmer display and will disappear 3 Push the SELECT switch up or down to change the setting level 4 Push the MENU switch TIP The current grip warmer setting is saved when the veh...

Page 31: ...odometer ODO the tripmeters TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 instantaneous fuel consump tion km L L 100 km or MPG av erage fuel consumption AVE km L AVE L 100 km or AVE MPG coolant temperature F and air temperature...

Page 32: ...consumption Average fuel consumption can be set to either AVE km L AVE L 100 km or AVE MPG AVE km L the average dis tance that can be traveled on 1 0 L of fuel AVE L 100 km the average amount of fuel...

Page 33: ...e This mode cycles through five control functions in the order listed below Display brightness Shift light on flash off Shift light on r min Shift light off r min Shift light brightness TIP The bright...

Page 34: ...he shift light off r min setting function To set the shift light off r min The shift light can be set between 6000 r min and 12000 r min in increments of 200 r min Be sure to set the off r min to a hi...

Page 35: ...isengage the drivetrain from the engine such as when shifting gears pull the clutch lever toward to the han dlebar Release the lever to engage the clutch and transmit power to the rear wheel TIP The l...

Page 36: ...ed into the shift switch and hold it in that position 3 Turn the main switch on and after 10 seconds release the shift ped al 4 will disappear TIP To turn on the quick shifter perform the same procedu...

Page 37: ...tional brakes If wheel slip is detected while braking ABS will activate and a pulsating sensation may be felt at the brake lever or brake pedal Continue to apply the brakes and let the ABS work Do no...

Page 38: ...ting hard at a sharp lean angle or while braking and cannot prevent front wheel slip ping As with any vehicle approach surfaces that may be slippery with caution and avoid especially slip pery surface...

Page 39: ...ped and the throttle closed Push the TCS button to change between the traction control sys tem settings 1 and 2 Push the button for two seconds to turn the traction control system off Push the button...

Page 40: ...wise The lock will be released and the fuel tank cap can be opened To close the fuel tank cap With the key still inserted push down the fuel tank cap Turn the key 1 4 turn counterclockwise remove it a...

Page 41: ...parts ECA10072 4 Be sure to securely close the fuel tank cap WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline is poisonous and can cau se injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you shou...

Page 42: ...uel tank overflow hose The overflow hose drains excess gaso line and directs it safely away from the vehicle Before operating the vehicle Check the fuel tank overflow hose connection Check the fuel ta...

Page 43: ...gine to idle more than a few minutes Long idling can cause a build up of heat EAU84580 Seats Passenger seat To remove the passenger seat 1 Open the seat lock cover insert the key into the seat lock an...

Page 44: ...nch back into its holder on the passenger seat 4 Install the passenger seat TIP Make sure that the seats are properly secured before riding EAU84590 Helmet holding cable A helmet holding cable is prov...

Page 45: ...torage compartment The storage compartment is located under the passenger seat See page 4 25 When storing documents or other items in the storage compartment be sure to wrap them in a plastic bag so t...

Page 46: ...t attempt to turn beyond the maximum or minimum settings Rebound damping force Turn the adjusting screw in direction a to increase the rebound damping for ce Turn the adjusting screw in direction b to...

Page 47: ...er such adjustments are ineffective and may damage the suspension EAU84611 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing knob and a re...

Page 48: ...be yond the stated specifications however such adjustments are ineffec tive and may damage the suspension WARNING EWA10222 This shock absorber assembly con tains highly pressurized nitrogen gas Read a...

Page 49: ...nnect any accessory which uses more than 12 W 1 0 A Otherwise the battery may discharge or a fuse may blow To use an auxiliary DC jack 1 Start the engine See page 6 2 2 Turn the accessory off 3 Open t...

Page 50: ...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 fo...

Page 51: ...sidestand up 12 Pull the clutch lever 13 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 not be working The motor...

Page 52: ...ing 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 connection...

Page 53: ...ree play and lubricate ca ble 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 con...

Page 54: ...tened 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 cor...

Page 55: ...00 km 1000 mi The various parts in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances During this period prolonged full throt tle operation or any condition that might result in...

Page 56: ...e 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...

Page 57: ...ing gears to avoid damaging the engine transmission and drivetrain EAU16682 To start out and accelerate 1 Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch 2 Shift the transmission into first gear The neu...

Page 58: ...rev This could cause loss of control an accident and injury It could also cause engine or drive train dam age EAU64150 Recommended shift points The recommended shift points during acceleration and de...

Page 59: ...orming 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 while se...

Page 60: ...e 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 correctly TIP If you...

Page 61: ...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 if n...

Page 62: ...heck 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 or...

Page 63: ...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 Rear b...

Page 64: ...ease 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 washing...

Page 65: ...operation and replace if necessary 22 Front fork Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 23 Shock absorber as sembly Check operation and for oil leak age Replace if necessary 24 Rear...

Page 66: ...oolant Every 3 years 28 Front and rear brake switches Check operation 29 Control cables Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly 30 Throttle grip Check operation Check...

Page 67: ...ry 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 UB5B13E0 boo...

Page 68: ...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 po...

Page 69: ...cessive 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...

Page 70: ...es 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 no foreign mate rial...

Page 71: ...e 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 An o...

Page 72: ...lube YAMALUBE 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 e...

Page 73: ...oir cap Never attempt to re move the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA15162 4 Add coolant to the maximum level mark NOTICE If coolant is not available use distilled water or soft tap water inste...

Page 74: ...to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot EWA10382 EAU36765 Air filter element The air filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication c...

Page 75: ...cold EAU64252 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road Safety in all con ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact Therefore it is essential to mai...

Page 76: ...ately The replacement of all wheel and brake related parts includ ing the tires should be left to a Yamaha dealer who has the necessary professional knowl edge and experience to do so Ride at moderate...

Page 77: ...st ed below have been approved for this model by Yamaha WARNING EWA10601 This motorcycle is fitted with super high speed tires Note the following points in order to make the most ef ficient use of the...

Page 78: ...in poor performance ad verse handling characteristics and a shortened tire life EAU22083 Adjusting the clutch lever free play Measure the clutch lever free play as shown Periodically check the clutch...

Page 79: ...amaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance which may re sult in loss of control and an acci dent EAU36505 Brake light...

Page 80: ...d has worn to the point that the wear indicator grooves have almost disap peared have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads Each rear brake pad is provided with wear...

Page 81: ...age Refill with the same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when...

Page 82: ...at the intervals listed below or sooner if they are damaged or leaking Brake seals every 2 years Brake hoses every 4 years EAU22762 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before eac...

Page 83: ...en terstand 4 To tighten the drive chain turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in di rection a To loosen the drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the sw...

Page 84: ...he drive chain dry 3 Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O ring chain lubricant NOTICE Do not use engine oil or any other lubri cants for the drive chain as they may contain substances...

Page 85: ...ed Even though the cover is installed correctly it does not completely protect the cable from wa ter entry Therefore use care not to pour water directly onto the cover or cable when washing the vehicl...

Page 86: ...centerstand and sidestand should be checked before each ride and the pivots and metal to metal contact surfaces should be lubri cated if necessary WARNING EWA10742 If the centerstand or sidestand doe...

Page 87: ...tion Check the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury sec...

Page 88: ...bearings may cause danger Therefore the operation of the steering must be checked by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals speci fied in the periodic maintenance chart EAU84960 Lubricating the steering bea...

Page 89: ...t with skin eyes or clothing and al ways shield your eyes when working near batteries In case of contact administer the fol lowing FIRST AID EXTERNAL Flush with plenty of water INTERNAL Drink large qu...

Page 90: ...for more than two months check it at least once a month and fully char ge it if necessary 3 Fully charge the battery before installation NOTICE When in stalling the battery be sure to turn the main sw...

Page 91: ...erage rating than recommended to 1 Fuel injection system fuse 2 ABS solenoid fuse 3 Electronic throttle valve fuse 4 Backup fuse for clock 5 Heater fuse 6 Spare fuse 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 Starter relay cover...

Page 92: ...Do not affix any type of tinted film or stickers to the headlight lens Specified fuses Main fuse 50 0 A ABS motor fuse 30 0 A Cruise control fuse 1 0 A Brake light fuse 1 0 A Specified fuses fuse box...

Page 93: ...e any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imitati...

Page 94: ...Yamaha dealer check the vehicle Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes 3 Ignition Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug s Have a Yamaha dealer chec...

Page 95: ...ed 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 recommen...

Page 96: ...ll 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 car...

Page 97: ...se an old tooth brush or plastic bristle brush for hard to reach places NOTICE Use cold water if the vehicle has been exposed to salt Warm wa ter will increase salt s corrosive properties ECA26301 3 F...

Page 98: ...rays 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 brakes or tires If n...

Page 99: ...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 from s...

Page 100: ...ade API service SG type or higher 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...

Page 101: ...argo and accessories Front brake Type Hydraulic disc brake Rear brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension Type Telescopic fork Rear suspension Type Swingarm link suspension Electrical sy...

Page 102: ...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 The...

Page 103: ...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 Th...

Page 104: ...re performed Vehicle data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the follow ing Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third party except in the following c...

Page 105: ...nds 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 Cor...

Page 106: ...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 or r...

Page 107: ...r 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 4000...

Page 108: ...ion 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 UB5B13E0 book Page 7 Wednesday November...

Page 109: ...quent purchaser it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer In order for this warranty to remain in effect this inspection and...

Page 110: ...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 be t...

Page 111: ...ed 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 inc...

Page 112: ...rotection 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 cover...

Page 113: ...ne serial number 10 1 Engine trouble warning light 4 5 F Front and rear brake pads checking 7 22 Front fork adjusting 4 28 Front fork checking 7 29 Fuel 4 23 Fuel tank cap 4 22 Fuel tank overflow hose...

Page 114: ...ng 7 17 Tires 7 17 Tool kit 7 2 Traction control system 4 20 Traction control system indicator light 4 5 Troubleshooting 7 35 Troubleshooting chart 7 36 Turn signal indicator lights 4 4 Turn signal sw...

Page 115: ...ght 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 engineeri...

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