YAMAHA MT-09 Fender Eliminator Kit Owner’s Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Yamaha
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YAMAHA MT-09 Fender Eliminator Kit
Product Information
The 2021-2023 Yamaha MT-09 Fender Eliminator Kit Low Profile is a kit designed to remove the bulky stock fender on the Yamaha MT-09 motorcycle and replace it with a sleek and streamlined plate holder. This kit includes all the necessary parts and tools for installation. The part number for this kit is FE- Y21MT09-LP.
Specifications
- Part Number: FE-Y21MT09-LP
- Compatibility: 2021-2023 Yamaha MT-09
- Includes: Plate holder, cover plate, license plate LED light, license plate harness adapter, bolts, lock nuts, washers, tools
Product Usage Instructions
Parts List
- Plate holder – 1 piece
- Cover plate – 1 piece
- License plate LED light – 1 piece
- License plate harness adapter – 1 piece
- M6x14mm bolt – 2 pieces
- M6x30mm bolt – 4 pieces
- M6 nylon lock nuts – 8 pieces
- M6 washers – 4 pieces
- M6 large OD washers – 4 pieces
Tools Required
- 4mm Allen tool
- 7mm socket or wrench (recommended)
- 10mm socket or wrench (recommended)
- Ratchet with extension
- Philips screwdriver
Installation Steps
- Ensure the motorcycle is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition.
- Locate the stock fender on the rear of the Yamaha MT-09.
- Using the 4mm Allen tool, remove any screws or bolts holding the stock fender in place.
- Gently detach the stock fender from the motorcycle.
- Take the plate holder from the kit and position it in place of the stock fender.
- Insert the M6x14mm bolts through the holes on the plate holder and secure them using the M6 nylon lock nuts and washers.
- Attach the license plate to the plate holder using the provided license plate harness adapter.
- Connect the license plate LED light to the license plate harness adapter.
- Secure the license plate LED light and license plate harness adapter to the plate holder using the M6x30mm bolts, M6 washers, and M6 large OD washers.
- Tighten all bolts and screws securely using the recommended tools (7mm socket or wrench, 10mm socket or wrench, ratchet with extension, and Philips screwdriver).
Parts List
- x1 Plate holder
- x1 Cover plate
- x1 License plate LED light
- x1 License plate harness adapter
- x2 M6x14mm bolt
- x4 M6x14mm bolt
- x4 M6x30mm bolt
- x8 M6 nylon lock nuts
- x4 M6 washers
- x4 M6 large OD washers
Tools
- 4mm Allen tool
- 7mm socket (recommended) or wrench
- 10mm socket (recommended) or wrench
- Ratchet with extension
- Philips screwdriver
Installation
- Remove seat (key)
- Remove seat latch bridge bracket (4 bolts using 4mm Allen tool)
- Locate and unplug the license plate light plug (cylindrical light grey connector)
- Cut the cable ties securing the license plate light and turn signal harnesses
- Unplug left and right turn signal plugs (black and white connectors)
- Remove the rear fender (4 bolts using 10mm sockets from the top and push down on 1 plastic rivet at the forward center of the fender), support the fender on the last nut, and drop down carefully while extracting the left/right turn signal and license plate light harnesses.
- Pop off the factory Yamaha rubber grommet on the undertail opening (just the rear of the keyhole)
- Attach the LED license plate light to the plate holder by feeding the wires one at a time through the center hole then securing with the 2 washers and nuts using a 7mm socket/wrench. Ensure the LEDs are facing down towards the license plate. Attach the license plate light adapter harness White>White and Black>Black
- Mount your license plate to the plate holder using two (2) M6x14mm bolts, M6 large OD washers, and M6 lock nuts on the upper holes and two (2) M6x12mm bolts, M6 large OD washers, and M6 lock nuts in the lower holes. If the plate/plate frame is thicker than the standards use the spare M6x14mm bolts for the lower holes.
- While feeding the license plate harness up through the under tail feed hole, pull up on any slack and mount the plate holder assembly to the under tail using four (4) M6x30mm bolts, M6 washers, and M6 lock nuts, see illustration.
- Connect the license plate light plug, then organize the wires
- Re-install the seat latch bridge bracket
- Re-install seat
- Test all lighting before going on a road test
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Is this Fender eliminator kit compatible with other Yamaha motorcycle models?
A: No, this kit is specifically designed for the 2021-2023 Yamaha MT-09 model. It may not fit properly on other Yamaha motorcycles. -
Q: Can I install this kit without any prior mechanical experience?
A: While it is recommended to have some basic mechanical knowledge, the installation process is relatively straightforward. Follow the provided instructions carefully and take your time during the installation. -
Q: Are there any additional parts required for installation?
A: No, this kit includes all the necessary parts for installation. However, you may need additional tools such as a 7mm socket or wrench and a 10mm socket or wrench. -
Q: Can I use my existing license plate with this kit?
A: Yes, you can use your existing license plate with this kit. The license plate harness adapter allows for easy attachment of your license plate to the plate holder.
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