Shifting - Yamaha MT09SPN Owner's Manual

Operation and important riding points
TIP
This model is equipped with:
 an
inertial measurement
(IMU). This unit stops the engine in
case of a turnover. Turn the main
switch off and then on before at-
tempting to restart the engine.
Failing to do so will prevent the en-
gine from starting even though the
engine will crank when pushing
the start switch.
 an engine auto-stop system. The
7
engine stops automatically if left
idling for 20 minutes. If the engine
stops, simply push the start
switch to restart the engine.
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Shifting

unit
2
1. Gear positions
2. Shift pedal
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc. The gear positions are shown in
the illustration.
TIP
 To shift the transmission into the
neutral position (
shift pedal down repeatedly until it
reaches the end of its travel, and
then slightly raise it.
 This model is equipped with a
quick shifter. (See page 4-6.)
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NOTICE
 When shifting, press the shift
6
5
 Even with the transmission in
4
3
1 1 1
2
N
1
 Except when using the quick
To start out and accelerate
), press the
1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage
2. Shift the transmission into first
7-3
pedal firmly until you feel the
gear shift is complete.
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, nor tow the
motorcycle for long distances.
The transmission is properly lu-
bricated only when the engine is
running. Inadequate lubrication
may damage the transmission.
shifter, always pull the clutch le-
ver when changing gears to
avoid damaging the engine,
transmission, and drivetrain.
the clutch.
gear. The neutral indicator light
should go out.
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