Yamaha MT-09 / SP Gen 2 (RN43 847cc) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
847cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 CP3 (Slipper Clutch / Up-Quickshifter) · Source: Yamaha MT-09 / SP Gen 2 (RN43 847cc) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha MT-09 / SP Gen 2 (RN43 847cc) (2017–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2017–2020 Yamaha MT-09 / SP Gen 2 (RN43 847cc) (chassis RN43/BS2/B6C) requires 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (180/55ZR17M/C (73W)), paired with 3× NGK LMAR9A-9 / CPR9EA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~273 km (170 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG or higher |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 2.4 L (2.54 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 2.7 L (2.85 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.4 L (3.59 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 43 N·m (31.7 lb-ft / 4.38 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK LMAR9A-9 / CPR9EA-9 × 3 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed X-Ring Chain — Maintain 25–35 mm slack and clean/lube regularly |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 847 cc · 115 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 87.5 N·m (64.5 lb-ft) @ 8,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 820 mm (32.3 in) · 193 kg (425 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14 L (3.7 US gal) · ~19.5 km/L → ~273 km (170 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 20,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 20,000 km / 20,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 40,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Popular for its aggressive twin-LED face, the 2017–2020 RN43 added an assist-and-slipper clutch, up-quickshifter, swingarm-mounted plate holder, and the first Öhlins-equipped SP in 2018.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Sharing the 847cc CP3 oil pan alongside its new assist-slipper clutch, refill 2.7 L with filter HF204 (2.4 L drain) of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 synthetic oil.