I just adjusted my 2018 MT09 now it rides a lot better! Thank you

Your explanation and patience are incredibly good ! Was looking for this for my mt 09 and didn't understand anything about suspension. Now I feel I can adjust mine based on your videos . Thank you !

I'm going to set mine up tomorrow morning for my ride to Woodenbong in Aussie. Thanks for the vid. Very very helpful.

Very helpful thank you I’ve watched several videos but yours made it very simple and easy to understand and made me confident to adjust mine. 👍

Thanks, just got my MT09 and this was a big help.

Two things, I now understand preload and rebound 👍👍👍. Part of my address is the bog road ,so you can imagine how bumpy it can be. You seemed the same weight as me so I copied your settings and it honestly transformed the bike . Factory settings for me were very soft. I was thinking of upgrading to ohlins front and back but now, you saved me a fortune ,cheers. P.S. Isn't the MT09 a great bike ? Cheers ,keep the videos coming. 👍👍👍

3 front rings 1 turn out from max front rebound. 5th notch of min on rear spring 1/2 turn off max. larvly jabbly. thanks for the 2 vids. very informative.

Loved the video! Great tutorial and just subscribed, thanks!

Thanks for the video,having just bought an mt09 I found your video helpful!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

arjay1337 Awesome, enjoy it safely =) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Mr. Brain, Thank you and fantastic video! I will happily subscribe!

Andy first time adjusting the front forks. Thanks man, this video made it almost to easy!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

dicemanyo Brilliant! Always good to know I've helped someone! RSMF*RI* Mr B

@austin22hunter

9 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos. Did you ever do a video for the back shock yet?

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

No but check out my latest vid on the details of my full setup - I hope to record the rear this weekend :)

Thanks bro! that was very usefull, i ' m looking forward to see about the rear suspension adjustment

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Nikos Giannakis Welcome Bro| - Rear next week =D RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Great vid. Thank you. It's a lot of help

Good video Andy, not seen this on the tube yet, mind you i've not looked for it, lol, very useful for those who've not done it before, RSM8, RI.

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Skeggy Cruiser Heheh - Cheers Buddy RSMF-*RI* Mr B

this is a great video! great explanation and easy to understand. thanks!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Joe T Cheers Buddy, you are welcome :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Hello mate. I’ve got a 2015 MT-09 and I’ve found the suspension to be terrible (as I think all owners have) I’ve never touched the suspension on any of my bikes before but I’ll be giving this a go. Thanks for the great vid!

Very helpful tutorial! Waiting patiently for a rear shock setup video from you.

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

carters2 Thanks - the rear will come... :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

excellent video m8

Good instructor... very helpful information. Any info on balancing front to rear suspensions ? I have a FJ09 in my garage.

I love this video. thank you.

Very helpful. Thank you

Thank you for this short tutorial!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

***** You are most welcome. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Nice video, thanks!

Thanks for the tutorial M8!

Brilliant thanks.we just need the one for the back end now Mr B? If you've done/doing one

awesome video great job... gota ? tho.... front forks were bouncy and you commented was " factory settings" .... however sir you had already increased preload a small amount....? that said i own a xsr9 and both ends are hopelessly soft and squishy right from dealer floor i agree and have done all you explain and your advice is legit!! .... git s plastic barn owl and post him up outside scares em off? .... lol grandparents did it same reason lol

Lovely video. Very clear and precise. Thanks.

Spot on I'm a little chunkier at 205lbs but 5 exposed rings on the preload and 1 click off of max on the rebound made it sweet in the curves in Hell, Michigan thanks

@cfvgd

5 жыл бұрын

way to loose. About 1 and 14 i would use

@boblelezard

4 жыл бұрын

@@cfvgd So almost the hardest!!

thank you for this video! I adjusted my 2015 FZ 09 similar to your settings, WOW it feels like a totally different bike and handling improved. im on the heavy side so the factory settings were to soft when cornering. what year is your FZ 09?

I wonder if the reason behind the factory settings is related to how easy the machine wheelies. I imagine softer front would be less abrupt when the front comes back down, although horrible for cornering in general.

Best overall ..to come to on KZread for my 09.. keep it up*. Does it matter what your weight is for front and rear setup! I am about 165 pounds with gear on. Or does it not matter for my 09.. sorry if you've all ready explained it..

Thanks liked your post ...... except the "awesome like a boss" bit at the start and the end

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

+Adam Cooper Yeah I think 50% of viewers agree with you. Will do another intro/outro for next year :) Cheers RSMF-*RI* Mr B

thank you Mr. Brain

Do you have a guide for the rear shock also?

Thank you!

I have the Tracer 900 - worst set up suspension I have ever had to deal with/adjust to personal taste. Took me days to figure it out!

What about the fork tubes in the Triple clamp? What are yours set at? Can you explain how to adjust? Not sure.

The first thing I thought was that the Sag needs to be set first, that would solve the bouncing issue. However The suspension is so bad that I don't think the range will allow you to set the sag on that bike unless you are around 170 pounds, I am 210 and there is no way I can set the sag on mine. The realistic solution for the front is to change the springs and raise the oil level by a bit, then try and replace the rear shock (garbage) and only then you will be able to set the sag. The changes you are suggesting are a bandaid but they are good enough to make it a little more bearable, however for someone trying to bring the bike to a point where it can be ridden fast then understand that the suspension will not work adequately with the proposed changes. I am not criticizing as you did a good job explaining and it does make the suspension work better however just need to ensure new riders understand that the first step to setting a suspension is to set the sag and if you are not able to, then you need to spend some money.

top video mate

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Samad Lone Cheers Buddy RSMF-*RI* Mr B

excellent explanation, i really appreciate it. BTW what it is the the SAG distance? is the one bettween the max point where the suspension fork get and where it stops from bouncing?

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

Check out rear setup I explain SAG there :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

This help to lower the seat height??

Great video, well explained. I had set mine up similarly from tips on the MT forum but have to say I didn't understand he terms and what I was adjusting until I saw this. After adjusting my suspension from stock it made great improvements in handling and braking so well worth taking a few minutes to give it a try yourself.

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

pipnmaz Cheers and good stuff, it takes less than 5 mins to adjust too! RSMF-*RI* Mr B

I have the Tracer version but I'm surprised how good yours look. My problem is the suspension is so hard at the front it's bouncing me out of the seat. I've ridden various bikes over the years but do not know much about the dark arts of suspension adjustment. Thanks for the video... Mark

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

+Dobbo2958 Set it all back to middle mate, let me know if you still have issues. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Sorry, but how are you determining how tight to set the preload?

Hi dude! the sound on the suspension when you push it, it's normal??

So what’s the rider SAG front and back?

Thanks for the video, and say hi to the birds for me.

Thanks for the video. I am a novice when it comes to suspension setup. I havent touched the settings since i bought my bike- SRAD 600. Is this trial and error iterative method safe for an in experienced rider like me to understand a good and bad setup? Also will a new set of tyres require further adjustment? Thank you in advance. RS-RI

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Rij B Hi Buddy, new tyres will improve corners, if you have any concerns then get a pro in or ask a friend to help that does know. Basically a bad setup with either bounce up and down the road or Jar your spine when you hit a bump. Make sure your tyres have correct pressure before you start. - You can always ask a question in one of the live hangouts too :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

My screwdriver adjustment thing does nog click, is it broken or am i doing somthing rong🧐😧

Its crazy how a few turns of a spanner can change a bike

How have you found the suspension on the mt09? Lots of reviewers complain about it, compared to say a Street Triple. have you ridden a street triple before Mr B's Brain Dump? How does it compare?

Hi! thanks for the video, i see my front suspension on my mt09 does not click when trying to adjust them. would you say thats faulty? when will you do the back shock? cheers

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Dave Lo Only rebound clicks, if you are not sure or it is faulty take it back to the dealer :) Rear Shock next week. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Is this the 2015 model? I'm just curious, I heard about these issues on the 2014, I'm getting the 2015 tomorrow, your video is extremely helpful!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Jesse Montes Hi Buddy, yes this is the new 2015 model. Cheers RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Great Video. Minus the birds. My only issue, is that there is no click on my 2014 FZ-09. Turns as expected, and based on the number of times you turned yours, mine turns about 14 times in either direction. Just no clicks. maybe some click, some dont??

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

David McMurray Thanks Buddy, the click help, but really it is what feels best, my rear shock does not click, so I count 180 turns :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Hi Mate, My 2015 FJ 09 has one front rebound adjustment only. How does it work ? Having only one on right hand fork? I would like to know if I can find another right hand fork insert and install it on the left.

@joecamel6835

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes they make one fork do one job and the other the other job .

helped a ton. running 14 clicks

@jawknee21

8 жыл бұрын

+Jonathon Vince how much do you weigh?

@jonathonvince3605

8 жыл бұрын

+jawknee21 260, I'm a fa

@boblelezard

4 жыл бұрын

I'm 200lbs and I'm set at 12 clicks from the top

Super chief

They must have thought your name was Alfred!

I had thought for a second that the MT-09 got better suspension than the FZ-09... I missed that it had adjustable preload, and it's just like the FZ for rebound/compression.

@Dobbo2958

8 жыл бұрын

+ilarson007 I have aMT 09 Tracer. Can I ask what you adjusted yours to, I'm a bit of a lard arse but find the front to be too firm

@isaaclarson

8 жыл бұрын

+Dobbo2958 lol, I don't have one, sorry.

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

+Dobbo2958 Hi, it's hard to give advice without seeing what is going on with your shocks, set everything back to factory (Middle) and go from there... let me know how you get on :) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

There is a clunking noise coming from the fork on my bike when I hit speed-bumps. Sounds like the spring is hitting the fork walls. Anyone else experiencing this?

@MegaKaze11

8 жыл бұрын

Only got a clunk outta the forks when I bottomed out the travel on my old gs500.

Why do you adjust rebound fornt fork on the right only ? I think we need to adjust both of Fork ? Right ?

@alloutofdonuts3998

5 жыл бұрын

Only the right side has adjustment. Check out what this guy did. Seems pretty savvy IMO. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mn6lyLFqirOaeKg.html

@boblelezard

4 жыл бұрын

I have the 2018. Has both sides : right fork = rebound and left fork = compression

Close the rebound valve all the way in, then back it out 1 turn. TOGETHER with your fork spring all the way down showing only 2 lines. Thats the best setting for the FZ 09.

@burntrubber7109

7 жыл бұрын

Correction on the rebound. 2 clicks out from full closed position

@abderrahmanedd734

5 жыл бұрын

How much do you weight

@jbroadbelt6

8 ай бұрын

This is old but in case other people come here I do the same adjustment as this commenter. I'm 170 lbs.. 180 in the winter. Daily drive this bike for the 4th year in a row..

Hi Mr B , noticed your local to me I'm in Whiston area , wanted to ask where your suspension settings are now set after trying them out ?

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Mark Slater Hi Mark, all my setting are in this video and description... kzread.info/dash/bejne/hWF5uK2Imb2xhZc.html Cheers RSMF-*RI* Mr B

How did you determine that you wanted to wind it down 2 notches from 7 for preload ? Thanks

@boblelezard

4 жыл бұрын

That's your choice, what you feel best. Do you want a softer front or harder front? If you like it softer, then go 3 clicks back (from 7) and go from there. If you prefer a harder front end, then go down 3 clicks (from 7) and do a test ride Etc... until you find the setting you're comfortable with :)

@yammydodger1988

4 жыл бұрын

@@boblelezard preload doesn't alter the comfort of the ride, it affects the ride height, compression adjustment alters the comfort.

im clueless,,,,not anymore, spot on

well done, really useful video, Cheers!!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Helmuth R Alpizar Cheers Buddy RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@hxgianni1

9 жыл бұрын

Actually I went to my garage and set up the suspension and throttle and is a lot of difference! thank you

Hey mate are you still happy with your mt 09? thinking of getting one.

@abderrahmanedd734

5 жыл бұрын

rollinon1000 i guess you got it, how is it so far?

You must do both sides

Hello. Is winding down the preload and suspension will lower the bike a bit?

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

+Muhamad Nur Firdaus Only on the Rear, if you make the rear softer it will sit a bit lower, front will make no difference. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@yammydodger1988

4 жыл бұрын

@@BraindumpTv you muppet, preload affects ride height both on the front and rear.

Mr B.......Any ideas about setting up the rear end? Regards CF

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

ChuckieFinzter Hi Buddy, see my video here - kzread.info/dash/bejne/hWF5uK2Imb2xhZc.html Also hope to record something soon. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@ChuckieFinzter

9 жыл бұрын

Cheers....Mr B CF

Those damn birds!

Come back Mr B

I think an upgrade is in the future

where can I get those clear lenses for your indicators?

@jonsy_gunn9791

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was wondering too where can I get those!!!

@BraindumpTv

8 жыл бұрын

Clear Lenses are 2015 versions, just go to Yamaha parts online and order 2015 lenses (Europe) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@MrGlennz0r

8 жыл бұрын

They have been clear since release in 2014. But only for the EU market. US get the ugly orange lenses.

Why were you only adjusting one fork leg before testing rebound?

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

browie316 The rebound is only on the right fork, bit weird eh? RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@browie316

9 жыл бұрын

Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump Very weird. Sounds like a cost cutting exercise?

👍

Can I ask ... Does removing some of the play in the throttle reduce the snatchyness ?.. I've just bought this bike and quite honestly it's fantastic to ride .. But the power is really instant and will take some getting used to ... It's teaching me to be a more skill full rider .. !!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

dmandhelen This is where you learn throttle control, no more twist back and go for you. Gentle on the throttle in low gears and it will be gentle, be heavy handed and it will kick back. That said, removing the throttle slack removes the guess work of when the throttle starts, which kinda helps! Welcome to the world of powerful bikes which deserve throttle respect :o) RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@dmandhelen

9 жыл бұрын

Yes you're right ...!!!! My z800 was so smooth and predictable...!!!!! It's lulled me into a false sense of security... Haha.... But I'm looking forward to mastering the little beast ..!!!!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

dmandhelen Me... Right? Oooo sometimes ;o) Yeah you will soon get used to the required throttle control and you will wonder what all the fuss was about.. You say you just got yours? I hope you got the free pipe too!

@dmandhelen

9 жыл бұрын

Yes it's being fitted at the first service .. Thank you for your advice on the suspension adjustment it was very clear and helpful..... I think it's great how Yamaha have made this bike ... It's such a character.. It's got so many facets to it's personality.. Whether good or bad weather we like them or not ... It's soooooo interesting ... What a great character for a modern bike ... So many bikes made now are a bit too one dimensional... Mt-09 certainly is Not...

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

dmandhelen You are welcome, be warned, with the DB Killer out the pipe is crazy loud, no video audio can do it justice. As for the bike you summed it up very well, that's why I bought one! =oD Enjoy it and be nice to the throttle, don't be tempted to ride outside your comfort level. As you come to understand the bike your skills at handling it will improve, no rush :o) Maybe go for a ride out one day. - Oh I have to ask... what colour did you get? RSMF-*RI* Mr B

So 13 clicks are after fully softening the suspension isn't it ?

@truculenttabasco

7 жыл бұрын

No. lol

@boblelezard

4 жыл бұрын

@@truculenttabasco Screw clockwise all the way down and then back one click (so you end up at 13 clicks from the top)

is he still posting?

@BraindumpTv

Ай бұрын

Not often! 🙂

How heavy are you?

How heavy are you mate?

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

72Hab Around 150 - 160 pounds with gear, which is why I don't need the front as hard as others. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

'Ride invisible' Did he really mean that at the end? I want to be seen by cars. Great video.

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Nick M Cheers Buddy - Yes I did mean ride invisible, when a biker gets hit even with lights and high viz, what does the driver say? "Sorry I did not see you" Search the channel for ride invisible there are a few videos that explain how to (RI) - Ride Invisible. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

9 жыл бұрын

I'll have a look. I still don't get that!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Hehe - Ride as if you are invisible and say goodbye to near misses :)

@Ryan-re1rs

5 жыл бұрын

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o . Then you should never ride a motorcycle. Lol. The Point is to act like no one can see you. That way you will ride safer in the end. Simple.

did you measure your sag?

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

+Miika Venäläinen Sag? no... there is sag but never measured it. Just used my eye, however I don't think it's possible to make the front so hard that there is no sag. Rear is more the place to check sag, vid soon. RSMF-*RI* Mr B

9 жыл бұрын

+Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump Check out Dave Moss' instructions on setting suspension. Actually setting the right sag would be the first thing to do. For that bike with 137mm front travel, right rider sag would be around 45... 40mm and for rear few mills less. And yes you are gonna have more front end dive with 17mm excess travel compared to traditional roadbikes. I have ridden MT-9 couple of times and it was an bit bouncy and still not that soft nor comfortable.

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Yeah, mine was bouncy too, you have to wind the rebound right down on the front. I will measure out of interest when I do the full setup - cheers.

@yammydodger1988

4 жыл бұрын

@@BraindumpTv how the hell can you set your preload without measuring the rider sag? you haven't got a clue what you're doing.

Bird noise? Didn't see the wife in the entire video. 🤣

Man..EU got the best colors for the bike...

Why didnt you do each leg? Only adjusting one is incorrect.

@chongwong

5 жыл бұрын

On the Mt09 only 1 leg is adjustable, yes it's totally safe

Time You did some weeding & with a bit of luck you'll at least get that right LMFOA still

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Madeulook Thanks for your concern about my garden.

Thanks for the laugh

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

Madeulook Welcome RSMF-*RI* Mr B

Normally people suss out preload with a few friends holding the bike with you on it in your gear. Is this a bit too lab-coat-y and safety goggles or is there a simpler approach? I don't have friends :(

@TheMumbleBee

9 жыл бұрын

Rider sag as opposed to free sag, yes. But I was more interested in knowing how Mr B knew that he'd need to turn x number of turns from stock considering he hadn't measured in the typical way you've mentioned during the video. Not all forks are equal but maybe he's just experienced in setting suspension up for himself in the past and I wanted to see if that was the case. I'm blabbering...thank you for the reply though!

@BraindumpTv

9 жыл бұрын

The Mumble Bee ***** Thanks Both, Basically rode it stock and it was too soft, so adjust & ride again till it feels good! No need for a white coat unless your trying to shave off a few 100ths of a second on a lap. RSMFs-*RI* Mr B

@TheMumbleBee

9 жыл бұрын

Mr & Mrs B's Brain Dump Fair play. My problem is I don't know what a good setup feels like (at least not yet) so I'll need to keep tinkering until something feels good. Thanks for taking the time to reply. Best, Mumble.

Just looked at this vid quickly. Its all a bit sketchy and i’m sorry but your rebound damping is too tight, the forks come back way to slowly.

Very helpful, but it would be better with English subtitles

Tq.factory suspension sucks

You didn't take one single measurement, you should have measured the total fork travel, no static or rider sag measurements either, you can't set preload in this way, you need to be in a 30% range with rider sag, very dodgy video tutorial.

Good info but terrible presentation. That vid could be shortened to2 minutes without all the waffling.

@itsretlig

6 жыл бұрын

MikeOxwelling2 that’s Mr B’s charm. It is a ‘braindump’ after all.

Just change your fork oil to something heavier. Problem solved.

@TwoAndAHalfBikes

8 жыл бұрын

Not in cartridge dampers,

Skip the stupid intro,, seriously

@BraindumpTv

Ай бұрын

Seriously, skip the intro, like any other human would that does not want to see it! This ain’t TikToc!

Hey mate are you still happy with your mt 09? thinking of getting one.

@Ryan-re1rs

5 жыл бұрын

Yes

@heazy87

4 жыл бұрын

I just got one. 2020