Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual page 9

Safety Information
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
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with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
Do not run engine in poorly
ventilated or partially enclosed
areas such as barns, garages,
or carports.
Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely
stability and handling if the weight
distribution of the motorcycle is
changed. To avoid the possibility of an
accident, use extreme caution when
adding cargo or accessories to your
motorcycle. Use extra care when
riding a motorcycle that has added
cargo or accessories. Here, along with
the information about accessories
below, are some general guidelines to
follow if loading cargo to your
motorcycle:
The total weight of the operator,
passenger, accessories and cargo
must not exceed the maximum load
limit. Operation of an overloaded
can
vehicle could cause an accident.
Maximum load:
174 kg (384 lb)
When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
Cargo and
should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle
Securely pack your heaviest items
as close to the center of the
affect
vehicle as possible and make sure
to distribute the weight as evenly
as possible on both sides of the
motorcycle to minimize imbalance
or instability.
Shifting weights can create a
sudden imbalance. Make sure
that accessories and cargo are
securely attached
motorcycle before riding. Check
accessory mounts and cargo
restraints frequently.
Properly adjust the suspension
for your load (suspension-ad-
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accessory weight
This vehicle is not designed to
pull a trailer or to be attached to
as possible.
a sidecar.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha
available only from a Yamaha dealer,
have been designed, tested, and
approved by Yamaha for use on your
vehicle.
Many companies with no connection
to Yamaha manufacture parts and
to the
accessories
modifications for Yamaha vehicles.
Yamaha is not in a position to test the
products
companies
Yamaha can neither endorse nor
justable models only),
check the condition
pressure of your tires.
Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front
fork, or front fender. These
items, including such cargo as
sleeping bags, duffel bags, or
tents, can create unstable
handling or a slow steering
response.
accessories, which
or offer other
that these aftermarket
produce. Therefore,
and
and
are