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Yamaha TDM900 Owner's Manual

2008
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OWNER'S MANUAL
TDM900
TDM900A
2B0-28199-E4

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  • Page 1 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OWNER’S MANUAL TDM900 TDM900A 2B0-28199-E4...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. AMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 450-6, Mori, Mori-machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-ken, 437-0292 Japan DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Company: YAMAHA MOTOR ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. Address: 1450-6, Mori, Mori-Machi, Shuchi-gun, Shizuoka-Ken, 437-0292 Japan Hereby declare that the product: Kind of equipment: IMMOBILIZER...
  • Page 3 Yamaha a reputation for dependability. Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of your TDM900/TDM900A. The Owner’s Manual does not only instruct you in how to operate, inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and others from trouble and injury.

  • Page 4: Important Manual Information

    IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10132 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION EAU10200 TDM900/TDM900A OWNER’S MANUAL ©2008 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, August 2008 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ....1-1 Luggage strap holders ....3-20 Tires ..........6-15 Sidestand ........3-21 Cast wheels ........6-18 DESCRIPTION ........2-1 Ignition circuit cut-off system ..3-21 Adjusting the clutch lever free Left view ...........2-1 play ..........6-18 Right view .........2-3 FOR YOUR SAFETY –...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ..........6-31 Replacing a turn signal light bulb ..........6-31 Replacing an auxiliary light bulb ..6-32 Supporting the motorcycle .....6-32 Troubleshooting ......6-33 Troubleshooting charts ....6-34 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE ...........7-1 Matte color caution ......7-1 Care ..........7-1 Storage ..........7-3 SPECIFICATIONS ......8-1...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION EAU10283 time you use the vehicle to make sure it motorist’s blind spot. ● is in safe operating condition. Failure to Many accidents involve inexperi- Be a Responsible Owner inspect or maintain the vehicle properly enced operators. In fact, many op- As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon- increases the possibility of an accident erators who have been involved in...
  • Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION ed by road and traffic conditions. cle accidents are the result of head in- monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car- Always signal before turning or juries. The use of a safety helmet is the bon monoxide can cause headaches, ●...
  • Page 10 Yamaha accessories, which are avail- treme caution when adding cargo or able only from a Yamaha dealer, have accessories to your motorcycle. Use ● Shifting weights can create a sud-...
  • Page 11 Yamaha accessories, recog- weight distribution or aerody- electric failure could result, which nize that some aftermarket accessories namic changes.

  • Page 12: Description

    DESCRIPTION EAU32220 Left view TDM900 1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-17) 8. Grab bar 2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-17) 9. Luggage strap holder (page 3-20) 3. Air filter element (page 6-12) 10. Seat lock (page 3-16) 4.
  • Page 13 DESCRIPTION TDM900A 1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-17) 9. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob (page 3-19) 2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-17) 10. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-19) 3.

  • Page 14: Right View

    DESCRIPTION EAU32230 Right view TDM900 1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1) 8. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-8) 2. Coolant reservoir (page 6-11) 9. Brake pedal (page 3-12) 3. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-14) 10. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20) 4.
  • Page 15 DESCRIPTION TDM900A 1. Grab bar 9. Engine oil filter element (page 6-8) 2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1) 10. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-8) 3. Storage compartment (page 3-17) 11. Brake pedal (page 3-12) 4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting 12.

  • Page 16: Controls And Instruments

    DESCRIPTION EAU10430 Controls and instruments 3 4 5 1. Clutch lever (page 3-10) 9. Throttle grip (page 6-15) 2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-9) 3. Multi-function display (page 3-7) 4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2) 5. Tachometer unit (page 3-6) 6.

  • Page 17: Instrument And Control Functions

    Do not expose any key to exces- the vehicle along with all three keys to sively high temperatures. a Yamaha dealer to have them re-reg- ● Do not place any key close to istered. Do not use the key with the red magnets (this includes, but not bow for driving.

  • Page 18: Main Switch/Steering Lock

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS as they may cause signal inter- EAU10471 can be started. The key cannot be re- Main switch/steering lock ference. moved. OFF ON The headlight comes on automatically when the engine is started and stays on until the key is turned to “OFF”. EAU10661 LOCK All electrical systems are off.
  • Page 19 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To lock the steering To unlock the steering an extended length of time, other- wise the battery may discharge. 1. Push. 1. Push. 2. Turn. 2. Turn. 1. Turn the handlebars all the way to Push the key into the main switch, and the left or right.

  • Page 20: Indicator And Warning Lights

    Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and If the warning light does not come on “ ” (For TDM900)/Turn signal indi- for a few seconds, then go off, have a cator light “ ” (For TDM900A) Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- ●...
  • Page 21 ABS may not work cor- Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir- rectly. If this occurs, have a Yamaha cuit. EAU11371 dealer check the system as soon as When the key is turned to “OFF”...

  • Page 22: Tachometer Unit

    “OFF”, otherwise Yamaha dealer and have the stan- across the r/min range and then return the clock will not be set. dard keys re-registered.

  • Page 23: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12182 EAU36612 ECA10021 Coolant temperature gauge Multi-function display NOTICE EWA12312 Do not continue to operate the en- WARNING gine if it is overheating. Be sure to stop the vehicle before making any setting changes to the multi-function display.
  • Page 24 If you do not reset the fuel such an error code, note the code num- SET” buttons. reserve tripmeter manually, it will reset ber, and then have a Yamaha dealer ● For the U.K. only: To switch the itself automatically and the display will check the vehicle.

  • Page 25: Anti-Theft Alarm (Optional)

    EAU12331 EAU12347 Right Anti-theft alarm (optional) Handlebar switches This model can be equipped with an optional anti-theft alarm by a Yamaha Left dealer. Contact a Yamaha dealer for more information. 1. Engine stop switch “ ” 2. Start switch “...

  • Page 26: Clutch Lever

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS position. To cancel the turn signal this does not indicate a malfunction. EAU12820 Clutch lever lights, push the switch in after it has re- turned to the center position. EAU12733 Hazard switch “ ” With the key in the “ON” or “ ”...

  • Page 27: Shift Pedal

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU12870 EAU26823 on the adjusting dial is aligned with the Shift pedal Brake lever “ ” mark on the brake lever. The brake lever is located at the right handlebar grip. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the handle- bar grip.

  • Page 28: Brake Pedal

    Brake pedal ABS (for ABS models) pulsating at the brake lever or The Yamaha ABS (Anti-lock Brake brake pedal when the ABS is oper- System) features a dual electronic con- ating. However, special tools are...

  • Page 29: Fuel Tank Cap

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU13091 Fuel tank cap The fuel tank cap cannot be closed un- less the key is in the lock. In addition, the key cannot be removed if the cap is not properly closed and locked. EWA11091 WARNING Make sure that the fuel tank cap is properly closed after filling fuel.

  • Page 30: Fuel

    Gasoline is poisonous and can fuel expands when it heats up, Your Yamaha engine has been de- heat from the engine or the sun cause injury or death. Handle gaso- signed to use regular unleaded gaso- can cause fuel to spill out of the line with care.

  • Page 31: Fuel Tank Breather Hose

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS or premium unleaded fuel. Use of un- EAU13412 EAU13445 Fuel tank breather hose Catalytic converters leaded fuel will extend spark plug life This vehicle is equipped with catalytic and reduce maintenance costs. converters in the exhaust system. EWA10862 WARNING The exhaust system is hot after op-...

  • Page 32: Seat

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS pairable damage to the catalytic EAU13861 Seat converter. To remove the seat Insert the key into the seat lock, turn it counterclockwise, and then pull the seat off. 1. Projection 2. Seat holder Make sure that the seat is properly se- cured before riding.

  • Page 33: Storage Compartment

    3. CYCLELOK bar (optional) maximum or minimum settings. This storage compartment is designed to hold an optional genuine Yamaha Spring preload CYCLELOK. (Other locks may not fit.) When placing a CYCLELOK in the stor- age compartment, securely fasten it with the straps.
  • Page 34 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS To increase the spring preload and continue turning the adjusting Spring preload setting: thereby harden the suspension, turn screw in direction (a). The third Minimum (soft): the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in di- click after the minimum setting is Standard: rection (a).

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Shock Absorber Assembly

    INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU15032 thereby harden the suspension, turn (a). To decrease the rebound damping Adjusting the shock absorber the adjusting ring in direction (a). To de- force and thereby soften the rebound assembly crease the spring preload and thereby damping, turn the adjusting knob in di- This shock absorber assembly is soften the suspension, turn the adjust-...

  • Page 36: Luggage Strap Holders

    Take the shock To obtain a precise adjustment, it is ad- absorber assembly to a Yamaha visable to check the actual total number dealer for any service. of clicks or turns of each damping force adjusting mechanism.

  • Page 37: Sidestand

    Yamaha’s ignition circuit cut-off system has been designed to assist the operator in fulfilling the respon- sibility of raising the sidestand be- fore starting off. Therefore, check this system regularly as described below and have a Yamaha dealer re- 3-21...
  • Page 38 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS WARNING With the engine turned off: 1. Move the sidestand down. If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha 2. Make sure that the engine stop switch is set to “ ”. dealer check the system before riding.

  • Page 39: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:...
  • Page 40 Make sure that operation is smooth. ● Check cable free play. ● Throttle grip 6-15, 6-24 If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable ● and grip housing. Make sure that operation is smooth. ● Control cables 6-24 Lubricate if necessary.
  • Page 41 Tighten if necessary. ● Instruments, lights, signals Check operation. ● — and switches Correct if necessary. ● Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system. ● Sidestand switch 3-21 If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. ●...

  • Page 42: Operation And Important Riding Points

    ● understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. The transmission is in the neutral a turnover. To start the engine after a position.

  • Page 43: Shifting

    Shifting neutral indicator light should come coast for long periods of time on. If not, ask a Yamaha dealer to with the engine off, and do not check the electrical circuit. tow the motorcycle for long dis- 3.

  • Page 44: Tips For Reducing Fuel Consumption

    1600 km (1000 mi). The various parts in period, immediately have a down, and avoid high engine the engine wear and polish themselves Yamaha dealer check the vehi- speeds with no load on the engine. to the correct operating clearances. cle.

  • Page 45: Parking

    OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU17213 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then remove the key from the main switch. EWA10311 WARNING ● Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.

  • Page 46: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    If you are not familiar with vehicle If you do not have the tools or experi- service, have a Yamaha dealer per- ence required for a particular job, have form service. a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.

  • Page 47: Periodic Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    ● From 50000 km (30000 mi), repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km (6000 mi). ● Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. ODOMETER READING...
  • Page 48 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) √ √ √ √ 9 * Wheels Check runout and for damage.
  • Page 49 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Shift pedal pivot Lubricate with lithium-soap-based ● √...
  • Page 50 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ODOMETER READING ANNUAL ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB 1000 km 10000 km 20000 km 30000 km 40000 km CHECK (600 mi) (6000 mi) (12000 mi) (18000 mi) (24000 mi) Check operation and free play. ● Adjust the throttle cable free play ●...

  • Page 51: Removing And Installing Cowlings And Panels

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU18712 Removing and installing cowlings and panels The cowlings and panels shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be re- moved and installed.

  • Page 52: Checking The Spark Plugs

    3. Remove the screw, and then take such problems yourself. Instead, have the panel off. a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. If a spark plug shows signs of electrode erosion and excessive carbon or other deposits, it should be replaced.

  • Page 53: Engine Oil And Oil Filter Element

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU19835 Specified spark plug: Tightening torque: Engine oil and oil filter NGK/DPR8EA-9 Spark plug: element DENSO/X24EPR-U9 17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf, 12.7 ft·lbf) The engine oil level should be checked Before installing a spark plug, the spark before each ride.
  • Page 54 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT spout out and cause damage or To change the engine oil (with or injury. Always let the engine oil without oil filter element replace- cool down sufficiently before re- ment) moving the oil tank cap. 1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- [EWA10361] NOTICE: Do not operate the ve- face.
  • Page 55 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 5. Remove the oil filter element cover 7. Install the oil filter element cover by Recommended engine oil: by removing the bolts. installing the bolts, then tightening See page 8-1. them to the specified torque. Oil quantity: Without oil filter element replace- Tightening torque: ment:...

  • Page 56: Coolant

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU20070 For TDM900 Coolant The coolant level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cool- ant must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. EAU38583 To check the coolant level 1.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Air Filter Element

    For TDM900 EAU27054 Replacing the air filter element el B for TDM900 or panel A for The air filter element should be re- TDM900A (See page 6-6.), re- placed at the intervals specified in the...
  • Page 58 5. Lift the fuel tank away from the air damaged, do not start the en- filter case, but do not disconnect gine but have a Yamaha dealer the fuel hoses. replace the hose, otherwise fuel 6. Remove the air filter case cover by may leak, creating a fire haz- removing the screws.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed

    If the specified idling speed cannot be direction (b). obtained as described above, have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. 1. Original position (paint mark) 11. Install the fuel tank bolts. 12. Install the rear brake fluid reservoir holder by installing the bolt.

  • Page 60: Checking The Throttle Cable Free Play

    To prevent this cle, note the following points regarding from occurring, the valve clearance the specified tires. must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic Tire air pressure maintenance and lubrication chart.
  • Page 61 Rear: cle with excessively worn tires 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) decreases riding stability and TDM900 90–201 kg (198–443 lb) can lead to loss of control. TDM900A 90–198 kg (198–437 lb): ● The replacement of all wheel Front: and brake related parts, includ- 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm...
  • Page 62 After extensive tests, only the tires list- ● Use only the specified replace- ed below have been approved for this ment tires. Other tires may run model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. the danger of bursting at super high speeds. Front tire: Size: ●...

  • Page 63: Cast Wheels

    If any damage is 4. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the found, have a Yamaha dealer re- clutch lever in direction (a) to loos- place the wheel. Do not attempt en the clutch cable.

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Rear Brake Light Switch

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ver free play, turn the adjusting nut EAU22272 EAU22390 Adjusting the rear brake light Checking the front and rear in direction (b). switch brake pads 7. Tighten the locknut at the clutch le- ver and the crankcase. The front and rear brake pads must be 8.

  • Page 65: Checking The Brake Fluid Level

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT indicator groove has almost disap- EAU38640 Rear brake (for TDM900A) Checking the brake fluid level peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set. Front brake EAU22500 Rear brake pads 1. Minimum level mark...

  • Page 66: Changing The Brake Fluid

    Changing the brake fluid ● When checking the fluid level, ually go down. However, if the Have a Yamaha dealer change the make sure that the top of the brake brake fluid level goes down sud- brake fluid at the intervals specified in fluid reservoir is level.

  • Page 67: Drive Chain Slack

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU22760 Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary. EAU22773 To check the drive chain slack 1. Place the motorcycle on the side- stand. 1. Drive chain slack 1.

  • Page 68: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT each side of the swingarm in direc- EAU23023 may contain substances that Cleaning and lubricating the tion (a). To loosen the drive chain, could damage the O-rings. [ECA11111] drive chain turn the adjusting bolt on each side of the swingarm in direction (b), The drive chain must be cleaned and and then push the rear wheel for-...

  • Page 69: Checking And Lubricating The Cables

    If a cable is damaged maintenance chart. or does not move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace it. WARNING! Damage to the outer sheath may interfere with proper ca- ble operation and will cause the in-...

  • Page 70: Checking And Lubricating The Brake And Clutch Levers

    Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING Silicone grease If the sidestand does not move up Clutch lever: and down smoothly, have a Yamaha Lithium-soap-based grease dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.

  • Page 71: Checking The Front Fork

    Yamaha dealer check or re- tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, of it falling over. [EWA10751] pair it.

  • Page 72: Checking The Wheel Bearings

    If there is play in the wheel burns. Avoid any contact with hub or if the wheel does not turn skin, eyes or clothing and al- smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check ways shield your eyes when the wheel bearings. working near batteries. In case of contact, administer the fol- lowing FIRST AID.

  • Page 73: Replacing The Fuses

    2. If the battery will be stored for more EAU38592 Replacing the fuses Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- than two months, check it at least tery as soon as possible if it seems to once a month and fully charge it if For TDM900 have discharged.
  • Page 74 4. If the fuse immediately blows cuits, are located under the seat. (See again, have a Yamaha dealer page 3-16.) check the electrical system. If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.

  • Page 75: Replacing A Headlight Bulb

    4. Install the bulb cover, and then of the bulb, and the bulb life will connect the coupler. be adversely affected. Thor- 5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the oughly clean off any dirt and fin- headlight beam if necessary. gerprints on the headlight bulb using a cloth moistened with al- cohol or thinner.

  • Page 76: Replacing The Tail/Brake Light Bulb

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU24081 EAU24204 Replacing the tail/brake light Replacing a turn signal light bulb bulb 1. Remove seat. (See 1. Remove the turn signal light lens page 3-16.) by removing the screw. 2. Remove the socket (together with the bulb) by turning it counter- clockwise.

  • Page 77: Replacing An Auxiliary Light Bulb

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU36451 EAU24350 Replacing an auxiliary light Supporting the motorcycle bulb Since this model is not equipped with a centerstand, follow these precautions 1. Remove the auxiliary light lens by when removing the front and rear removing the screws. wheel or performing other maintenance requiring the motorcycle to stand up- right.

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting Charts

    Remove the spark plugs and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the battery. 4. Battery The engine turns over The battery is good.
  • Page 80 Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.

  • Page 81: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Be ble. Rust and corrosion can develop Cleaning sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for even if high-quality components are ECA10772 advice on what products to use be- NOTICE used.
  • Page 82 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE off any detergent residue using scratches on the windshield. plenty of water, as it is harmful Test the product on a small hid- Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may to plastic parts. den part of the windshield to remain well into spring.

  • Page 83: Storage

    EWA11131 ● Consult a Yamaha dealer for ad- WARNING ● To prevent corrosion, avoid vice on what products to use. damp cellars, stables (because Contaminants on the brakes or tires ●...
  • Page 84 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE fuel from deteriorating. pivoting points of all levers and 3. Perform the following steps to pro- pedals as well as of the sidestand/ tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc. centerstand. from corrosion. 5. Check and, if necessary, correct a.

  • Page 85: Specifications

    NGK/DPR8EA-9 Weight: SAE 20W-50 Manufacturer/model: With oil and fuel: DENSO/X24EPR-U9 TDM900 223.0 kg (492 lb) Spark plug gap: Recommended engine oil grade: TDM900A 226.0 kg (498 lb) 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in) API service SG type or higher, JASO stan- Engine:...
  • Page 86 Loading: Rim size: 31/25 (1.240) Maximum load: 17M/C x MT5.00 5th: Front brake: 26/25 (1.040) TDM900 201 kg (443 lb) 6th: TDM900A 198 kg (437 lb) Type: 24/26 (0.923) * (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo Dual disc brake Chassis:...
  • Page 87 TDM900A 10.0 A Coil spring/gas-oil damper Wheel travel: Turn signal indicator light: 133.0 mm (5.24 in) TDM900 14 V, 1.2 W × 2 Electrical system: TDM900A 14 V, 1.2 W × 1 Ignition system: Engine trouble warning light: TCI (digital) 14 V, 1.4 W ×...

  • Page 88: Consumer Information

    Record the key identification number, vehicle identification number and mod- el label information in the spaces pro- vided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehi- cle is stolen. KEY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1.
  • Page 89 1. Model label The model label is affixed to the frame under the seat. (See page 3-16.) Record the information on this label in the space provided. This information will be needed when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 90 INDEX Engine trouble warning light ......3-5 ABS (for ABS models) ......3-12 Oil level warning light ........ 3-4 ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..3-5 Front and rear brake pads, checking..6-19 Air filter element, replacing ..... 6-12 Front fork, adjusting.........3-17 Parking ............
  • Page 91 INDEX Troubleshooting ........6-33 Troubleshooting charts ......6-34 Turn signal indicator lights ......3-4 Turn signal light bulb, replacing ....6-31 Turn signal switch ........3-9 Valve clearance ........6-15 Vehicle identification number.....9-1 Wheel bearings, checking .......6-27 Wheels.............6-18...
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