2003 YAMAHA TDM 900 Owners Manual

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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8Become thoroughly familiar
with all operating controls and
their functions before riding.
Consult a Yamaha dealer
regarding any control or func-
tion that you do not thorough-
ly understand.
8Never start the engine or oper-
ate it in a closed area for any
length of time. Exhaust fumes
are poisonous, and inhaling
them can cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a
short time. Always make sure
that there is adequate ventila-
tion.
8Before starting out, make sure
that the sidestand is up. If the
sidestand is not raised com-
pletely, it could contact the
ground and distract the opera-
tor, resulting in a possible loss
of control.
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Starting the engineStarting the engineIn order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
8The transmission is in the neutral
position.
8The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the
sidestand up.
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8Before starting the engine,
check the function of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system
according to the procedure
described on page 3-20.
8Never ride with the sidestand
down.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch
is set to “#”.
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The oil level warning light and
engine trouble warning light
should come on for a few seconds,
then go off. If a warning light does
not go off, see pages 3-2 and 3-3
for the corresponding warning
light circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
NOTE:
When the transmission is in the neu-
tral position, the neutral indicator light
should be on, otherwise have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical
circuit.
3. Start the engine by pushing the
start switch.
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NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the
start switch, wait a few seconds, and
then try again. Each starting attempt
should be as short as possible to pre-
serve the battery. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on any
one attempt.
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For maximum engine life, never
accelerate hard when the engine is
cold!
NOTE:
The engine is warm when it quickly
responds to the throttle.
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8Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long
distances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running.
Inadequate lubrication may
damage the transmission.
8Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid dam-
aging the engine, transmis-
sion, and drive train, which are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
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ShiftingShiftingShifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing
hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the
illustration.
NOTE:
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal
down repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, and then slightly
raise it.
1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)
Shift points (for Switzerland only)The recommended shift points during
acceleration are shown in the table
below.
NOTE:
When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
(e.g., down to 35 km/h when shifting
from 5th to 3rd gear).
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption, tips for reducingFuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
8Shift up swiftly, and avoid high
engine speeds during accelera-
tion.
8Do not rev the engine while shift-
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the
engine.
8Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or at railroad cross-
ings).
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Engine break-inEngine break-inThere is never a more important peri-
od in the life of your engine than the
period between 0 and 1,600 km. For
this reason, you should read the fol-
lowing material carefully.
Since the engine is brand new, do
not put an excessive load on it for the
first 1,600 km. The various parts in
the engine wear and polish them-
selves to the correct operating clear-
ances. During this period, prolonged
full-throttle operation or any condition
that might result in engine overheat-
ing must be avoided.
Shift point
(km/h)
1st→2nd
2nd→3rd
3rd→4th
4th→5th
5th→6th20
30
40
50
60
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0–1,000 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
4,000 r/min.
1,000–1,600 km
Avoid prolonged operation above
6,000 r/min.
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After 1,000 km of operation, the
engine oil must be changed, and
the oil filter element replaced.
1,600 km and beyond
The vehicle can now be operated
normally.
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8Keep the engine speed out of
the tachometer red zone.
8If any engine trouble should
occur during the engine break-
in period, immediately have a
Yamaha dealer check the vehi-
cle.
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ParkingParkingWhen parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
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8Since the engine and exhaust
system can become very hot,
park in a place where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely
to touch them.
8Do not park on a slope or on
soft ground, otherwise the
motorcycle may overturn.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .....................................................6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart .........6-2
Removing and installing cowlings and panels ......6-5
Checking the spark plugs .....................................6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ............................6-8
Coolant ...............................................................6-11
Replacing the air filter element ...........................6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed .......................6-17
Adjusting the throttle cable free play ..................6-18
Adjusting the valve clearance .............................6-18
Tires ...................................................................6-18
Cast wheels ........................................................6-22
Adjusting the clutch lever free play .....................6-22
Adjusting the brake pedal position .....................6-23
Adjusting the rear brake light switch ...................6-24
Checking the front and rear brake pads .............6-24
Checking the brake fluid level ............................6-25
Changing the brake fluid ....................................6-26
Drive chain slack ................................................6-27
Lubricating the drive chain .................................6-28
Checking and lubricating the cables ...................6-29
Checking and lubricating the throttle grip
and cable .........................................................6-29Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ......................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers ....................................................6-30
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ..............6-30
Lubricating the rear suspension .........................6-31
Checking the front fork .......................................6-31
Checking the steering .........................................6-32
Checking the wheel bearings .............................6-32
Battery ................................................................6-33
Replacing the fuses ............................................6-34
Replacing a headlight bulb .................................6-35
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb .........................6-37
Replacing a turn signal light bulb .......................6-37
Supporting the motorcycle ..................................6-38
Front wheel .........................................................6-39
Rear wheel .........................................................6-40
Troubleshooting ..................................................6-43
Troubleshooting charts .......................................6-44
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Safety is an obligation of the owner.
Periodic inspection, adjustment and
lubrication will keep your vehicle in
the safest and most efficient condi-
tion possible. The most important
points of inspection, adjustment, and
lubrication are explained on the fol-
lowing pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a
general guide under normal riding
conditions. However, DEPENDING
ON THE WEATHER, TERRAIN,
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION, AND
INDIVIDUAL USE, THE MAINTE-
NANCE INTERVALS MAY NEED TO
BE SHORTENED.
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If you are not familiar with motor-
cycle maintenance work, have a
Yamaha dealer do it for you.
NOTE:
If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job,
have a Yamaha dealer perform it for
you.
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Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle
unsafe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any
changes.
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Owner’s tool kitTool kitThe owner’s tool kit is located inside
the storage compartment under the
seat. (See page 3-13 for seat
removal procedures.)
The service information included in
this manual and the tools provided in
the owner’s tool kit are intended to
assist you in the performance of pre-
ventive maintenance and minor
repairs. However, additional tools
such as a torque wrench may be nec-
essary to perform certain mainte-
nance work correctly.
1. Owner’s tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chartPeriodic maintenance and lubrication chartNOTE:
8The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed instead.
8From 50,000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10,000 km.
8Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and
technical skills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
1
*Fuel line•Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2 Spark plugs•Check condition.
•Clean and regap.√√
•Replace.√√
3
*Valves•Check valve clearance.
•Adjust.Every 40,000 km
4 Air filter element•Replace.√
5 Clutch•Check operation.
•Adjust.√√√√√
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*Front brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
7
*Rear brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-4.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
8
*Brake hoses•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-4.)Every 4 years
9
*Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
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