MT-09, MT-10, Tracer 9 and Niken GT: an issue with the TPS sensor to be resolved
Yamaha has just launched a recall for over 22,800 motorcycles in France. And not just any: the MT-09, MT-10, Tracer 9, and Niken GT are affected. The reason? An incorrect adjustment of the ECU (the electronic control unit) that can cause engine stalls. It’s not ideal when you’re riding. If you have one of these bikes, pay attention because this is serious.
A problem with the TPS sensor that can stall your bike
Yamaha explains that the problem comes from the TPS sensor (throttle position sensor). Basically, it wears out too quickly and generates particles that can distort the data sent to the ECU. The result? An unstable idle and, sometimes, an engine stall. Imagine being in a turn or accelerating, and suddenly the engine shuts off. I don’t need to tell you that that’s super dangerous.
The affected models
If you have one of the following bikes, you need to visit a dealer:
- MT-09 (2021-2025) all versions, including versions with Y-AMT automatic transmission
- Tracer 9 (2021-2024) standard, GT, and GT+
- MT-10 (2022-2024) standard and SP
- Niken GT (2021-2023)
- XSR900 (2022-2024) standard and GP
In summary, all bikes that share the CP3 engine platform are affected.
What solution does Yamaha offer?
So that their customers don’t face troubles, Yamaha has a solution: reprogram the ECU and replace the TPS sensor. The good news is that this is completely free. You just need to schedule an appointment with your regular dealer to make the change. The intervention shouldn’t take much time, and honestly, it’s better than riding a bike that could stall at any moment. Recalls are something we see regularly in the motorcycle world. But this one affects popular models and addresses a problem that can truly be dangerous. An engine that shuts off while you’re riding is not just annoying, it’s incredibly dangerous. So yes, Yamaha is taking its responsibilities, but it would have been better if the problem had been detected earlier.
