Tips For Reducing Fuel Consumption; Engine Break-In - Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual

NOTICE
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long
distances. The transmission
is properly lubricated
when the engine is running.
Inadequate lubrication
damage the transmission.
Except when upshifting with the
quick shift system, always use
the clutch while changing gears
to avoid damaging the engine,
transmission, and drive train,
which are not designed to
withstand the shock of forced
shifting.
Operation And Important Riding Points

Tips for reducing fuel consumption

Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style.
following tips
consumption:
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high
engine speeds
acceleration.
only
Do not rev the engine while
shifting down, and avoid high
may
engine speeds with no load on the
engine.
Turn the engine off instead of
letting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
trafficlights or
crossings).
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Engine break-in

There is never a more important
Consider the period in the life of your engine than
to reduce fuel the period between 0 and 1600 km
(1000 mi). For this reason, you should
read the following material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do not
during
put an excessive load on it for the first
1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts
in the engine wear and polish
themselves to the correct operating
clearances.
prolonged full-throttle operation or any
condition that might result in engine
overheating must be avoided.
at railroad
0–1000 km (0–600 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above
5600r/min. NOTICE: After 1000 km
(600mi) of operation, the engine oil
must be changed and the oil filter
cartridge or element replaced.
1000–1600 km (600–1000 mi)
Avoid prolonged operation above
6800
During this period,
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