3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-3
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-4
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-5
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-5
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-6
Starter (choke) “ ” .............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-8
Shift pedal ............................................................. 3-8
Front brake lever ................................................... 3-9Rear brake pedal.................................................. 3-9
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-10
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-12
Seat.................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-13
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-13
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-17
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-17
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-17
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3
EAU02935
Fuel tank capTo open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the cap can be
opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion. Then, close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
EW000023
WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open
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3-11
3
EAU01183
FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
EW000130
WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @
EAU00186
CAUTION:@ l
Always wipe off spilled fuel im-
mediately with a dry and clean
soft cloth. Fuel may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
l
(For Germany only)
The fuel tank cap equipped on
German models is specially de-
signed. Always use the correct
cap whenever replacement is
necessary.
@
EAU00191
NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
20 L
Reserve:
3.1 L
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8
EAU01038
8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications
Model TDM850
Dimensions
Overall length 2,165 mm
(for GB, NL, B, F, E, P, I, GR, D,
DK)
2,200 mm (for N, S, SF)
Overall width 790 mm
Overall height 1,285 mm
Seat height 805 mm
Wheelbase 1,475 mm
Ground clearance 165 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,900 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
232 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward inclined parallel
2-cylinder
Displacement 849 cm
3
Bore ´ Stroke 89.5 ´ 67.5 mm
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Periodic oil change 3.5 L
With oil filter replacement 3.6 L
Total amount 4.2 L
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
1.7 L
-20˚ -10˚ 0˚
10˚20˚ 30˚
40˚50˚C
SAE 10W/30
SAE 15W/40SAE 20W/40SAE 20W/50
SAE 10W/40
CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“Energy Conserving”) contain anti-friction additives which
will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, resulting in
reduced component life and poor engine performance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 20 L
Reserve amount 3.1 L
Carburetor
Type ´ quantity BDSR38 ´ 2
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug
Manufacturer/Type NGK / DPR8EA-9 or
DENSO / X24EPR-U9
Gap 0.8 ~ 0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.718
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.688
Number of sprocket teeth
(rear/front) 43/16
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.643
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.500
4th 1.174
5th 0.964
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 24.5°
Trail 103 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 110/80 ZR18 (58W)
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / BT54F
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
Pirelli / MTR03
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 150/70 ZR17 (69W)
Manufacturer/
model Bridgestone / BT54R
Michelin / MACADAM 90X
Pirelli / MTR04
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10-INDEXAAir filter .................................................. 6-13
Antitheft alarm (optional) ..........................3-5BBattery ................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch lever lubrication........... 6-25
Brake and shift pedal lubrication ............ 6-25
Brake fluid replacement ......................... 6-23
Brake light switch adjustment ................. 6-21CCable inspection and lubrication ............ 6-24
Carburetor adjustment ........................... 6-15
Care.........................................................7-1
Changing the coolant ............................. 6-11
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ................................... 6-21
Clutch lever ..............................................3-8
Clutch lever free play adjustment ........... 6-19
Controls/Instruments ................................2-3
Coolant temperature indicator light...........3-2
Cooling system ...................................... 6-10
Cowling and panel removal and
installation .............................................6-5
Cowlings A and B ....................................6-5DDiagnosis device......................................3-5
Dimmer switch .........................................3-6
Drive chain lubrication ............................ 6-24
Drive chain slack adjustment.................. 6-23
Drive chain slack check.......................... 6-23
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil ................................................ 6-8
Engine overheating ................................. 6-34
Engine stop switch................................... 3-7FFront brake lever ..................................... 3-9
Front fork adjustment............................. 3-14
Front fork inspection .............................. 6-27
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-5
Fuel indicator light ................................... 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only) .............................. 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-10
Fuse replacement.................................. 6-29GGive safety the right of way ..................... 1-1HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Dimmer switch ................................... 3-6
Engine stop switch ............................. 3-7
Hazard switch .................................... 3-6
Horn switch ........................................ 3-6
Lights switch ...................................... 3-7
Pass switch ........................................ 3-6
Start switch ........................................ 3-7
Turn signal switch .............................. 3-6
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-6
Headlight bulb replacement ................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-13
High beam indicator light ..........................3-2
Horn switch ..............................................3-6IIdentification number records ...................9-1
Idle speed adjustment ............................6-15
Indicator lights ..........................................3-2
Coolant temperature indicator light .....3-2
Fuel indicator light...............................3-3
High beam indicator light ....................3-2
Neutral indicator light ..........................3-2
Turn indicator lights ............................3-2
Inspecting the brake fluid level ...............6-22KKey identification number .........................9-1LLeft view...................................................2-1
Lights switch ............................................3-7
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-17MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2PPanels A and B ........................................6-6
Parking.....................................................5-6
Pass switch ..............................................3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication .......6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1
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