Yamaha YZF-R9 (CP3 890) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
890cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-3 DOHC 12-Valve CP3 (Winglet Deltabox Supersport) · Source: Yamaha YZF-R9 (CP3 890) (2025–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Yamaha YZF-R9 (CP3 890) (2025–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2025–Present Yamaha YZF-R9 (CP3 890) (chassis RN98/B1X) 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 (120/70ZR17M/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: 2.8 L (2.96 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~280 km (174 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: 120/70ZR17M/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 | 890 cc · 119 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 93 N·m (68.6 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 830 mm (32.7 in) · 195 kg (430 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 14 L (3.7 US gal) · ~20 km/L → ~280 km (174 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
Debuting for 2025 as Yamaha’s next-gen road-legal middleweight supersport, the YZF-R9 pairs the 890cc CP3 triple with a dedicated 9.7 kg gravity-cast Deltabox frame and Brembo Stylema calipers.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Running the Euro 5+ 890cc CP3 triple with Gen-3 bidirectional quickshifter, refill 3.2 L of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 full-synthetic oil (or 15W-50 for track days) with filter HF204.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Release the lower right aero belly-pan fasteners carefully before oil filter removal, and note the R9 runs taller 16/43T final gearing than the MT-09.
- Always bleed the top nipple on the Brembo radial front master cylinder first before bleeding the lower Stylema calipers to purge trapped lever-pivot air.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What oil volume, JASO grade, and oil filter code does the Yamaha YZF-R9 (CP3 890) (2025–Present) require?
Because its wet multi-plate clutch shares engine oil with the gearbox, run SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2) at 2.8 L (2.96 US qt) drain-only and 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) with filter (5GH-13440-80 / HF204).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the YZF-R9 (CP3 890), and what are its service intervals?
Hold the motorcycle dead-vertical on level ground 2–3 minutes after warm shutdown and verify the oil sits mid-way between the Upper and Lower marks in the crankcase sight glass—never on the sidestand. Torque the drain plug to 43 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 10,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 40,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the YZF-R9 (CP3 890)?
Fitted with 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) front and 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 36 / 42 PSI (250/290 kPa) solo or 36 / 42 PSI loaded. Seat height is 830 mm (32.7 in) at 195 kg wet weight, delivering ~280 km per 14 L tank.