2001 YAMAHA TDM 850 tires

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-5
7a. Remove the spark plug caps and
spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the
spark plugs, and then place the
spark plugs on the cylinder head
so that the electrodes are ground-
ed. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times
with the starter. (This will coat the
cylinder walls with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug caps from
the spark plugs, and then install
the spark plugs and the spark plug
caps.
EWA00003
WARNING
@ To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turning
the engine over. @
6. Lubricate all control cables and
the pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the sidestand/
centerstand.
7. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
8. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags to prevent moisture from
entering them.9. Remove the battery and fully
charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place (less
than 0 °C or more than 30 °C). For
more information on storing the
battery, see page 6-34.
NOTE:@ Make any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle. @
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
1.7 L
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 20 L
Fuel reserve amount 3.1 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model ´ quantity BDSR38 ´ 2
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model 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 drive chain
sprocket teeth (front/rear) 16/43
Transmission type Constant-mesh 5-speedOperation Left foot
Gear 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 tire
Size 110/80 ZR18 (58W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT54F
Pirelli / MTR03
Michelin / MACADAM90X
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 150/70 ZR17 (69W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT54R
Pirelli / MTR04
Michelin / MACADAM90X
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Maximum load* 203 kg
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm
2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 275 kPa (2.75 kg/cm2, 2.75 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 275 kPa (2.75 kg/cm2, 2.75 bar)
High-speed riding
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 275 kPa (2.75 kg/cm2, 2.75 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 18 ´ MT 3.00
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 4.00Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4
Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm (monocross)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 149 mm
Rear 144 mm
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INDEX
Shifting .................................................... 5-3
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-7
Shift points (for Switzerland only)............. 5-3
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ..... 3-15
Sidestand .............................................. 3-17
Sidestand, checking and lubricating....... 6-31
Spark plugs, checking ............................. 6-7
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Speedometer unit .................................... 3-3
Starter (choke) lever .............................. 3-10
Starting a cold engine .............................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-2
Start switch .............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................. 6-33
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-12
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-39
Suspension (rear), lubricating ................ 6-32TTachometer ............................................. 3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-37
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-19
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-30
Tires ...................................................... 6-19
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-43
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-44
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-38
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-6
VValve clearance, adjusting .................... 6-19
Vehicle identification number................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 6-33
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-39
Installing .......................................... 6-40
Removing ........................................ 6-39
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-41
Installing .......................................... 6-42
Removing ........................................ 6-41
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