2005 YAMAHA TDM 900 Owners Manual

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Parking
When parking, stop the engine, and
then remove the key from the main
switch.
WARNING

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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.

Do not park on a slope or on soft
ground, otherwise the vehicle
may overturn.
CAUTION:

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Never park in an area where there
are fire hazards such as grass or
other flammable materials.

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Safety is an obligation of the owner. Pe-
riodic inspection, adjustment and lubri-
cation will keep your vehicle in the
safest and most efficient condition pos-
sible. The most important points of in-
spection, adjustment, and lubrication
are explained on the following pages.
The intervals given in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart
should be simply considered as a gen-
eral guide under normal riding condi-
tions. However, DEPENDING ON THE
WEATHER, TERRAIN, GEOGRAPHI-
CAL LOCATION, AND INDIVIDUAL
USE, THE MAINTENANCE INTER-
VALS MAY NEED TO BE SHORT-
ENED.
WARNING

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If you are not familiar with mainte-
nance work, have a Yamaha dealer
do it for you.
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Owner’s tool kit
The owner’s tool kit is located inside the
storage compartment under the seat.
(See page 3-14.)
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 preventive
maintenance and minor repairs. How-
ever, additional tools such as a torque
wrench may be necessary to perform
certain maintenance work correctly.
NOTE:

If you do not have the tools or experi-
ence required for a particular job, have
a Yamaha dealer perform it for you.
WARNING

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Modifications not approved by
Yamaha may cause loss of perfor-
mance and render the vehicle un-
safe for use. Consult a Yamaha
dealer before attempting any chang-
es.
1. Owner’s tool kit
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Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart
NOTE:


The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.

From 50000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 10000 km.

Items 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 (
×
1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040
1*
Fuel line


Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage.
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2*
Spark plugs

Check condition.

Clean and regap.
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Replace.
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Valves

Check valve clearance.

Adjust.Every 40000 km
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Air filter element

Replace.
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Clutch

Check operation.

Adjust.
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Front brake

Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leak-
age.
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Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*
Rear brake

Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leak-
age.
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Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
8*
Brake hoses

Check for cracks or damage.
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Replace. Every 4 years
9*
Wheels

Check runout and for damage.
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Tires

Check tread depth and for damage.

Replace if necessary.

Check air pressure.

Correct if necessary.
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Wheel bearings

Check bearing for looseness or damage.
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Swingarm

Check operation and for excessive play.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 50000 km
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Drive chain

Check chain slack, alignment and condition.

Adjust and lubricate chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant thoroughly.Every 1000 km and after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain
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Steering bearings

Check bearing play and steering for roughness.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20000 km
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Chassis fasteners

Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
tightened.
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Sidestand

Check operation.

Lubricate.
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Sidestand switch

Check operation.
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Front fork

Check operation and for oil leakage.
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Shock absorber assem-
bly

Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.
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Rear suspension relay
arm and connecting arm
pivoting points

Check operation.
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Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
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Fuel injection

Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.
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Engine oil

Change.

Check oil level and vehicle for oil leakage.
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Engine oil filter element

Replace.
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Cooling system

Check coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.
√√√√ √

Change. Every 3 years
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×
1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 10203040

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NOTE:


Air filter

This model’s air filter is equipped with a disposable oil-coated paper element, which must not be cleaned with com-
pressed air to avoid damaging it.

The air filter element needs to be replaced more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Hydraulic brake service

Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.

Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the brake
fluid.

Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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Front and rear brake
switches

Check operation.
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Moving parts and cables

Lubricate.
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Throttle grip housing
and cable

Check operation and free play.

Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.

Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
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Air induction system

Check the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for
damage.

Replace the entire air induction system if necessary.
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Muffler and exhaust pipe

Check the screw clamp for looseness.
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Lights, signals and
switches

Check operation.

Adjust headlight beam.
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NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (
×
1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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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.
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Cowlings A and B
To remove one of the cowlings
Remove the cowling screws and the
quick fastener, and then pull the cowl-
ing off as shown.
NOTE:

The quick fastener is removed by push-
ing the center pin in with a screwdriver,
and then pulling the fastener out.
1. Cowling A
2. Panel A
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1. Cowling B
2. Panel B
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1. Screw
2. Quick fastener
1. Quick fastener (after removal)
2. Quick fastener (before installation)
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To install the cowling
Place the cowling in the original posi-
tion, and then install the screws and the
quick fastener.NOTE:

To install the quick fastener, push the
center pin out so that it will protrude
from the fastener head, insert the fas-
tener into the cowling, and then push
the protruding pin in until it is flush with
the fastener head.
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Panels A and B
To remove one of the panels
1. Remove the corresponding cowl-
ing A or B. (See page 6-5.)
2. Remove the seat. (See
page 3-14.)
3. Remove the screw, and then take
the panel off.To install the panel
1. Place the panel in the original po-
sition, and then install the screw.
2. Install the seat and the cowling.

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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine
components, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
they should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the cen-
ter electrode of each spark plug should
be a medium-to-light tan (the ideal color
when the vehicle is ridden normally),
and all spark plugs installed in the en-
gine should have the same color. If any
spark plug shows a distinctly different
color, the engine could be defective. Do
not attempt to diagnose such problems
yourself. Instead, have a Yamaha deal-
er check the vehicle.
If a spark plug shows signs of electrode
erosion and excessive carbon or other
deposits, it should be replaced.
1. Screw
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Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
NOTE:

If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
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Engine oil and oil filter
element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
NOTE:

Make sure that the vehicle is positioned
straight up when checking the oil level.
A slight tilt to the side can result in a
false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for 15
minutes, and then turn it off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set-
tles, remove the oil filler cap, wipe
the dipstick clean, insert it back
into the oil filler hole (without
screwing it in and with the arrow
mark pointing upward as shown),
and then remove it again to check
the oil level.
Specified spark plug:
NGK/DPR8EA-9
DENSO/X24EPR-U9
1. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
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Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
17.5 Nm (1.75 m·kgf, 12.7 ft·lbf)