Drive Chain Lubrication; Cable Inspection And Lubrication - Yamaha TDM850 Owner's Manual

1. Caliper bracket bolt
CAUTION:
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Too little chain slack will overload
the engine and other vital parts.
Keep the slack within the specified
limits.
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3. After adjusting, tighten the axle nut
and caliper bracket bolt to the
specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
110 Nm (11.0 m·kg)
Caliper bracket bolt:
35 Nm (3.5 m·kg)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Drive chain lubrication

The chain consists of many parts which
work with each other. If the chain is not
maintained properly, it will wear out
quickly. Therefore, the chain must be
serviced regularly. This service is es-
pecially necessary when riding in dusty
areas. This motorcycle is equipped
with a sealed type chain. Steam clean-
ing, high-pressure washers, and sol-
EC000096
vents can damage the drive chain, so
do not use these for cleaning it. Use
only kerosene to clean the drive chain.
Wipe it dry, and thoroughly lubricate it
with SAE 30 ~ 50W motor oil. Do not
use any other lubricants on the drive
chain. They may contain solvents that
could damage the sealed chain.
CAUTION:
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Be sure to oil the chain after wash-
ing the motorcycle or riding in the
rain.
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Cable inspection and
lubrication
WARNING
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Damage to the outer housing of ca-
bles may lead to internal rusting and
interfere with the cable movement.
Replace damaged cables as soon as
possible to prevent unsafe condi-
tions.
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Lubricate the cables and cable ends. If
a cable does not operate smoothly, ask
a Yamaha dealer to replace it.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EC000097
EAU02962
EW000112
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