Yamaha Tracer 9 / Tracer 9 GT (RN70 CP3) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
890cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-Triple CP3 Sport-Tourer (KYB Semi-Active Suspension + Wet A&S) · Source: Yamaha Tracer 9 / Tracer 9 GT (RN70) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha Tracer 9 / Tracer 9 GT (RN70) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2021–Present Yamaha Tracer 9 / Tracer 9 GT (RN70 CP3) (chassis RN70/BAP) requires 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG or higher) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) with filter service (5GH-13440-80 / HF204). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 3× NGK LMAR9A-9 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~374 km (232 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: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 3.5 L (3.70 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: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 180/55ZR17 M/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 × 3 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed Chain (120 links for extended swingarm) — 35–45 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Yamalube Ethylene Glycol Coolant (~1.9 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 890 cc · 119 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 93 N·m (68.6 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 810 mm (31.9 in) · 220 kg (485 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 18.7 L (4.9 US gal) · ~20 km/L → ~374 km (232 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
Replacing the 847cc Tracer 900 GT (2.7 L oil) in 2021, the 890cc RN70 Tracer 9 GT introduced 6-axis IMU electronics, KYB KADS semi-active suspension, and a 3.2 L filter-change sump, followed by radar-equipped GT+ (2023+) and Y-AMT (2025+).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Sustained highway touring with three hard cases and a passenger puts steady thermal load on the 890cc CP3 triple; full-synthetic SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 (3.2 L with filter) and the standard centerstand make level sight-glass checks effortless.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Tracer 9 GT runs a 60 mm longer aluminum swingarm than the MT-09 for high-speed luggage stability—never order an MT-09 chain kit (110–112 links), as Tracer 9 requires a 120-link 525 chain!
- Unclip and protect the KYB KADS semi-active damping solenoid cables at the fork lowers carefully before pulling the front axle for tire changes.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much engine oil does the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT take with filter replacement?
It takes 2.8 L drain-only and 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) with a 5GH-13440-80 / HF204 spin-on filter—do not underfill, or Yamaha’s float-style oil-level lamp will trip on uphill acceleration.
Is the seat height adjustable on the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT?
Yes—the two-position rider saddle adjusts tool-free between 810 mm (31.9 in) and 825 mm (32.5 in) via under-seat mounting brackets.
What cold tire pressures are specified for the Tracer 9 GT?
Cold inflation remains 250 kPa (36 PSI) front and 290 kPa (42 PSI) rear solo or loaded; dial up the remote hydraulic rear preload adjuster when adding side cases and a pillion.