Yamaha MT-09 2020 Maintenance Schedule
The 2020 Yamaha MT-09 maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, valve clearance, air filter, brake fluid, tires, drive chain maintenance, oil and coolant. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
847ccEngine size
43Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Yamaha MT-09 2020 US Owner's Manual (doc EAU48491/EAU67552/EAU17602) (this document covers model years 2017–2020): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic system - dynamic inspection and error code check | Every 7,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 1 month | Moderate | Perform dynamic inspection using Yamaha diagnostic tool; check the error codes. |
| Fuel line - check for cracks or damage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Spark plugs - check condition, gap and clean | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check condition; adjust gap and clean. |
| Spark plugs - replace | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) · Every 18 months · Replace every 19,000 km · Replace every 18 months | Easy–Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Valve clearance - check and adjust | Every 42,000 km (first at 42,000 km) | Advanced | Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. |
| Crankcase breather system - check hose | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check breather hose for cracks or damage; replace if necessary. |
| Fuel injection - adjust synchronization and check for leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 1 month | Moderate | Adjust synchronization; check for leakage. |
| Exhaust system - tighten and check gaskets | Every 7,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 1 month | Moderate | Tighten if necessary; replace gasket(s) if necessary. |
| Evaporative emission control system - check (California only) | See notes | Moderate | Check control system for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Air induction system - check and replace damaged parts | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for damage; replace any damaged parts. |
| Air filter element - replace | Every 37,000 km (first at 37,000 km) · Replace every 37,000 km | Easy | Replace air filter element. |
| Clutch - check operation, adjust or replace cable | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy–Moderate | Check operation; adjust or replace cable as necessary. |
| Front brake - check operation, fluid level and leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Rear brake - check operation, fluid level and leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation, fluid level, and for fluid leakage; replace brake pads if necessary. |
| Brake hoses - check for cracks, routing and clamping | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check for cracks or damage; check for correct routing and clamping. |
| Brake hoses - replace | Every 48 months · Replace every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hoses. |
| Brake fluid - change | Every 24 months · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Change brake fluid. |
| Wheels - check runout and for damage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check runout and for damage; replace if necessary. |
| Tires - check tread depth, air pressure and for damage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check tread depth and for damage; check air pressure; correct/replace if necessary. |
| Wheel bearings - check for smooth operation | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearings for smooth operation; replace if necessary. |
| Swingarm pivot bearings - check operation and play | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for excessive play. |
| Swingarm pivot bearings - repack | Every 50,000 km (first at 50,000 km) | Moderate | Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Drive chain - check, adjust and lubricate | Every 1,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Check chain slack, alignment and condition; adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain lubricant thoroughly. |
| Steering bearings - check for looseness | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check bearing assemblies for looseness. |
| Steering bearings - repack | Every 19,000 km (first at 19,000 km) | Moderate | Moderately repack with lithium-soap-based grease. |
| Chassis fasteners - check and correct | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check all chassis fitting and fasteners; correct if necessary. |
| Brake lever pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Apply silicone grease lightly. |
| Brake pedal pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly. |
| Clutch lever pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly. |
| Shift pedal pivot shaft - lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly. |
| Sidestand pivot - check operation and lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check operation; apply lithium-soap-based grease lightly. |
| Sidestand switch - check operation | Every 7,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 1 month | Easy | Check operation and replace if necessary. |
| Front fork - check operation and oil leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Shock absorber assembly - check operation and oil leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Moderate | Check operation and for oil leakage; replace if necessary. |
| Rear suspension link pivots - check operation | See notes | Moderate | Check operation; correct if necessary. |
| Engine oil - change | Every 7,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 1 month | Easy | Change engine oil (warm engine before draining). |
| Engine oil filter cartridge - replace | Every 13,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Replace every 13,000 km | Easy | Replace oil filter cartridge. |
| Cooling system - check coolant level and leakage | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage. |
| Cooling system - change coolant | Every 36 months · Replace every 36 months | Easy–Moderate | Change coolant. |
| Front and rear brake switches - check operation | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check operation. |
| Control cables - lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Apply Yamaha cable lubricant or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly. |
| Throttle grip - check operation, free play and lubricate | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check operation; check throttle grip free play and adjust if necessary; lubricate cable and grip housing. |
| Lights, signals and switches - check operation and adjust headlight | Every 7,000 km (first at 7,000 km) | Easy | Check operation; adjust headlight beam. |
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Easy: basic tools, straightforward Easy–Moderate: varies by task — somewhere between the two Moderate: some mechanical know-how helps Advanced: specialized tools/skill, still DIY-doable Expert: significant experience required Professional: dealer or shop recommended
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