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2019 Yamaha MT-09 Valve Clearance Specs & Shim Calculator

Cold valve clearance specs for 2019 Yamaha MT-09: intake mm, exhaust mm, inspection intervals and replacement shim calculator.

Gen 2014–2020

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2014 through 2020.

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2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

Engine

847cc

Drive

525

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled

Factory Valve Clearance & Shim Calculator

OEM Workshop Tolerances

Cylinder head valve lash specifications, timing TDC mark alignments, and interactive replacement shim calculation engine.

Adjustment Mechanism: 9.48 mm

Active Valve Range (INTAKE)

0.11 - 0.20 mm

0.004 - 0.008 in

Nominal Mid-Spec Target

0.15 mm

Ideal cold lash assembly setting

Shim Diameter / Tappet

9.48 mm

Bucket-and-shim interface

Measurement Condition

Cold Engine (≤ 35°C / 95°F)

TDC compression stroke only

Interactive Shim Sizing Calculation Engine: New Shim = Current Shim + (Measured Clearance - Target Clearance)

1. Feeler Gauge Measured Clearance (mm)

Factory intake tolerance: 0.11 - 0.20 mm

2. Currently Installed Shim (mm)

Measured with micrometer or read laser-etched face

TDC Crankshaft Timing Index

Align TDC mark on crankshaft rotor with crankcase boss; intake & exhaust punch marks flush with head surface

Feeler Gauge Technique

Angled blade feeler gauge (cold engine ≤ 35°C / 95°F)

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

1 Active Campaign

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 1 safety recall campaign associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.

NHTSA #22V130000DO NOT OPERATE / PARK OUTSIDEENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Received: 07/03/2022▼

Defect Description

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2021-2022 MT-09, MT-09 SP, and MTT9GT (Tracer 9 GT) motorcycles. Improper electronic control unit (ECU) programming may limit the throttle response, cause an engine stall, or fail to illuminate the engine warning light when a system error occurs.

Safety Hazard / Consequence

Limited throttle response, engine stall, or a missing warning light can increase the risk of a crash.

Factory Remedy & Repair Action

Owners should not operate their motorcycle, other than to take it to a dealer, until the remedy is performed. Dealers will reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2022. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-866-894-1626. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990158.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.