New 2017 MT-09 Engine problem?


MT-09Black

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Hi everyone,

Just looking for a second opinion from any mechanical types here as I think there's something wrong with my new 2017 MT-09 AU model with Akrapovic Titanium exhaust (fitted by the dealer).
From day one I've noticed the engine is quite rough\hesitant when not fully on the gas. It's not easy to describe but here goes.
It's evident when trying to maintain a constant speed or in gentle acceleration, mostly noticeable between say 20-80 km\h in the relevant gears. It kind of surges\hesitates holding a speed like in roundabouts and start\stop traffic.
As soon as you accelerate hard it smooths out, and it goes like the clappers so it's hard to complain.
When riding steady though it feels like the engine is misfiring or the revs are oscillating.
In fact standing still in neutral, if I hold the throttle at around 3000rpm I can hear the engine oscillating and see the tacho jumping up and down 1-2 ticks.
In day to day traffic it can be really annoying. Yes, I know someone will suggest to just ride it flat out all the time but with a bike like this I would be in jail by sundown.

Now, I've never ridden a triple before, only owned motard\trail bikes but I'm pretty sure this can't be normal behavior?. I don't remember my demo ride being like this.

When getting the 1000km service I explained all this to the dealer. I thought it might be the air\fuel mix related to the exhaust but they said they checked it. (Such a shame we can't adjust it ourselves now)
Then when I took it in for the handlebar recall, I asked them to check it again. They said they did adjust it but after that I couldn't tell any difference.
Now they say I will need to get a Dyno tune-up done that will cost me $700. Is that the normal price?
I just feel this shouldn't be necessary so soon on a new bike. I think it has about 2000kms on the clock now.

What do you think? Anyone else noticed this sort of thing or have a suggestion?

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Maybe ignition problem ? Spark plug or coil ? There's many people here with more knowledge than me .

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HI if you read the ECU flash threads you will see we all have the same problem. Know were not in the EU but its to do with air/fuel mix for emissions. I have mine booked in end june for a full woolich racing dyno tune the guys will sort it out, and yes its $700 bucks. i dont ride mine to work for the reason of the surging i hate riding it slow. my husbands S1000r does the same thing. price we pay to save the planet and continue riding. Read the thread you may find a cheaper option. im also geting a K&N air filter put on but im not interested in the Akro. hope this helps in some way,
 

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Hi everyone,


It's evident when trying to maintain a constant speed or in gentle acceleration, mostly noticeable between say 20-80 km\h in the relevant gears. It kind of surges\hesitates holding a speed like in roundabouts and start\stop traffic.


Cheers
This is something that my (15 model year) MT did and I believe is/was quite common.

Most of it was cured when I fitted one of Kev's O2 optimiser thingies which has now been super-ceded by a reflash by Simon.

I thought this had been cured on later model bikes though.
 

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The Mt-09 has 3 problems.
1. The mixture is set lean to meet emission standards.
2. Engine brake is excessive. This can be fixed with an ECU flash.
3. Throttle bodies go out of sync within a few thousand kms. This can be fixed by setting them yourself. I use a carbtune device. Youtube videos show how to do it. Dealers will charge you lots and will stuff it up. Also adjusting screws are very sensitive so take your time. If your bike runs jerky and starts hesitating it is time to resync your throttle bodies.

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Thanks to everyone for the replies. Very interesting info. I will have a read through the ECU Flash thread.
It's good to know mine is not a lemon if it's a common issue. I guess the hard part will be finding someone locally with enough experience to sort it out.
I guess we shouldn't feel too bad about the tune-up cost as it is probably the best bang-for-buck bike available right now.
 

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Thanks Big Julie...
1. So if it's too lean, does that mean it will use more fuel when fixed, or the opposite?
2. I had noticed quite a drone sometimes amongst all the crackle and pop, but it hadn't worried me too much. I figured it was just a feature of the Akro.
3. This is very interesting. I heard it was an electronic throttle, but not sure what you mean by out of sync? I'll check it out on YT.

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Thanks Big Julie...
1. So if it's too lean, does that mean it will use more fuel when fixed, or the opposite?
2. I had noticed quite a drone sometimes amongst all the crackle and pop, but it hadn't worried me too much. I figured it was just a feature of the Akro.
3. This is very interesting. I heard it was an electronic throttle, but not sure what you mean by out of sync? I'll check it out on YT.

Cheers
Regarding number 3, have a look here YouTube never done it, but looks easy enough. This bloke has just got his bike, and has done a shed load of YouTubes, all pretty good.

Just watched his brake one, I thought my MT's brakes were crap, so for £35, I think I'll change the pads :)
 

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I guess the hard part will be finding someone locally with enough experience to sort it out.
The flash will sort it out... transforms the bike, Depending on where u are in Oz, try finding Kevin Hope (KevXTX)... He's ya man..
 

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I've got a 2016 MT09 and mine doesn't suffer with this I've got a standard exhaust, I must be lucky as I don't seem to have any issues at all, there's a very slight delay in twisting the throttle to the power coming on compared to a carb setup but that's it...

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If you live in Brisbane try Procycle Dyno at Slacks Creek and speak to Fred. He did my 2014 MT09 . The whole package of woolich ECU flash , Harness and Dyno will set you back $699 but well worth it . Mine you he is that busy you will wait 8 weeks for a booking( testament to how regarded he is .) Basically the Woolwich software enables you to change your fuel mixture for any given RPM and gear selection or load to give you the optimum performance from your motorcycle. You can also remove any limiters applied , change your default mode . The temperature your cooling fan comes on etc etc.... At the end the day the result puts a big grin on your dial and its money well spent
 
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Mate I've flashed and dynoed mine and it's still there. Think it's a trait of the Yama triple.

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