Yamaha MT09 2020 User manual

qRead this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
BS2-28199-13LIT-11626-33-54
OWNER’S MANUAL
MT09L
MT09LC

EAU10045
Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can
expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust,
carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other 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 when servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle
Read this manual carefully before operating the vehicle. This manual should stay with the vehicle if it is sold.

Introduction
EAU10084
Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha MT09L/MT09LC. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in
the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and
reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
The design and manufacture of this Yamaha motorcycle fully comply with the emissions standards for clean air applicable
at the date of manufacture. Yamaha has met these standards without reducing the performance or economy of operation of
the motorcycle. To maintain 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 continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this
manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10012
Please read this manual and the “YOU AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE: RIDING TIPS” booklet carefully before operating
this motorcycle. Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have attained adequate knowledge of its con-
trols and operating features. Regular inspections and careful maintenance, along with good operating techniques,
will help ensure that you safely enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this motorcycle.
BS2-9-13.book 1 ページ ２０１９年７月２５日 木曜日 午前１１時１分

Important manual information
EAU10134
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential 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 serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
BS2-9-13.book 1 ページ ２０１９年７月２５日 木曜日 午前１１時１分

Important manual information
EAU10194
MT09L/MT09LC
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2020 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, August 2019
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
P/N LIT-11626-33-54
BS2-9-13.book 2 ページ ２０１９年７月２５日 木曜日 午前１１時１分