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Yamaha MT-07(2018–2020)

Official service intervals, fluid capacities, and torque specifications for the Yamaha MT-07. Source citation: Yamaha Motor Co. MT-07 (FZ-07) Official Factory Service Manual.

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Quick Reference Specifications

Essential technical numbers for regular maintenance and routine oil changes

Dual Metric / Imperial

Engine Oil Type: 10W-40 Yamalube (API SG or higher / JASO MA2)
Oil Capacity: 2.6 L (2.75 US qt) with filter / 2.3 L without filter / 3.0 L overhaul
Drain Bolt Torque: 43 N·m (31 lbf·ft)
Spark Plug: NGK LMAR8A-9
Spark Plug Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Service Interval: 10,000 km (6200 mi) / 12 mo
Cold Tire Pressures (Front / Rear): Front: 250 kPa (36 psi)Rear: 290 kPa (42 psi)

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Recommended factory inspection and replacement intervals under normal riding conditions

Service Item	Action	Distance Interval	Time Interval	Notes / Source
Initial Break-in Service (Oil & Filter)Break-in	replace	1,000 km(600 mi)	1 mo	Initial factory break-in service
Engine Oil & Filter	replace	10,000 km(6,000 mi)	12 mo	2.6 L with spin-on filter (17 N·m)
Drive ChainBreak-in	clean	800 km(500 mi)	1 mo	Clean, lubricate and check slack (51–56 mm from swingarm)
Spark Plugs	inspect	10,000 km(6,000 mi)	12 mo	Factory manual requirement
Spark Plugs	replace	20,000 km(12,000 mi)	24 mo	NGK LMAR8A-9
Air Filter Element	replace	20,000 km(12,000 mi)	—	Factory manual requirement
Throttle Body Synchronization	adjust	10,000 km(6,000 mi)	—	Factory manual requirement
Valve Clearance	inspect	40,000 km(24,000 mi)	—	In 0.11–0.20 mm / Ex 0.24–0.30 mm
Brake Fluid (DOT 4)	replace	—	24 mo	Replace every 2 years
Coolant	replace	36,000 km(22,500 mi)	36 mo	Factory manual requirement
Steering Head Bearings	inspect	20,000 km(12,000 mi)	24 mo	Factory manual requirement

Technical Specifications & Torque Values

Factory torque limits, fluid viscosities and adjustment clearances

Fluids & LubricantsViscosity & Capacities

Engine Oil ViscosityYamalube 10W-40 4-Stroke (JASO MA2)

Engine Oil Capacity (with filter)2.6 L

Engine Oil Capacity (without filter)2.3 L

Fastener TorquesN·m (ft-lb)

Engine Oil Drain Bolt Torque43 N·m(31 lbf·ft)

Oil Filter Cartridge Torque17 N·m(12.5 lbf·ft)

Spark Plug Torque13 N·m(9.6 lbf·ft)

Front Axle Bolt Torque65 N·m(48 lbf·ft)

Rear Axle Nut Torque105 N·m(77 lbf·ft)

Engine & IgnitionClearances & Gaps

Spark PlugNGK LMAR8A-9

Valve Clearance (Intake)0.11–0.20 mm

Valve Clearance (Exhaust)0.24–0.30 mm

Chassis & TiresPressures & Sizing

Drive Chain Slack51–56 mm (measured from swingarm)

Front Tire Size & Pressure120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W) — 250 kPa

Rear Tire Size & Pressure180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W) — 290 kPa

Source & Provenance: Yamaha Motor Co. MT-07 (FZ-07) Official Factory Service Manual

Status: high confidence (checked 2026-10)

Titlemark maintains strict citations for all technical figures. Where factory service manuals are pending audit, conservative baseline service intervals are displayed and bolt torques are explicitly marked as "Not specified in source" to prevent overtightening.

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