Yamaha MT09 2020 User Manual

Motorcycle care and storage
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parts will become slippery,
which could cause loss of con-
trol. Thoroughly clean the sur-
faces of these parts before
operating the vehicle.[EWA20650]
5. Treat rubber, vinyl, and unpainted
plastic parts with a suitable care
product (YAMACLEAN Vinyl
Dressing).
6. Touch up minor paint damage
caused by stones, etc.
7. Wax all painted surfaces using a
non-abrasive wax or use a detail
spray for motorcycles (YAMA-
LUBE Spray Polish & Instant De-
tailer).
8. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several
minutes to help dry any remaining
moisture.
9. If the headlight lens has fogged up,
start the engine and turn on the
headlight to help remove the mois-
ture.
10. Let the vehicle dry completely be-
fore storing or covering it.
NOTICE
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 Do not apply wax to rubber or
unpainted plastic parts.
 Do not use abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
 Apply sprays and wax sparing-
ly. Wipe off excess afterwards.
WARNING
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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 necessary, wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent.
 If necessary, clean the brake
discs and pads with brake
cleaner or acetone.
 Before riding at higher speeds,
test the vehicle’s braking perfor-
mance and cornering behavior.
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Storage
Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry
place. If necessary, protect it against
dust with a porous cover. Be sure the
engine and the exhaust system are
cool before covering the vehicle. If the
vehicle often sits for weeks at a time
between uses, the use of a quality fuel
stabilizer (Fuel Med RX) is recom-
mended after each fill-up.
NOTICE
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 Storing the vehicle in a poorly
ventilated room or covering it
with a tarp, while it is still wet,
will allow water and humidity to
seep in and cause rust.
 To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long term storage
Before storing the vehicle long term (60
days or more):
1. Make all necessary repairs and
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Yamaha MT09 2020 Specifications

General

Brand	Yamaha
Model	MT09 2020
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English