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ed by road and traffic conditions.
Always signal before turning or
changing lanes. Make sure that
other motorists can see you.
The posture of the operator and
passenger is important for proper
control.
The operator should keep both
hands on the handlebar and
both feet on the operator foot-
rests during operation to main-
tain control of the motorcycle.
The passenger should always
hold onto the operator, the seat
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never carry a passenger unless
he or she can firmly place both
feet on the passenger footrests.
Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
This motorcycle is designed for
on-road use only. It is not suitable
for off-road use.
Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcy-cle accidents are the result of head in-
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the preven-
tion or reduction of head injuries.
Always wear an approved helmet.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.
The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in
preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.
Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.
Never touch the engine or exhaust
system during or after operation.
They become very hot and can
cause burns. Always wear protec-
tive clothing that covers your legs,
ankles, and feet.
A passenger should also observe
the above precautions.
Modifications
Modifications made to this motorcycle
not approved by Yamaha, or the re-
moval of original equipment, may ren-
der the motorcycle unsafe for use and
may cause severe personal injury.
Modifications may also make your mo-
torcycle illegal to use.
Loading and accessories
Adding accessories or cargo to your
motorcycle can adversely affect stabili-
ty and handling if the weight distribution
of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid
the possibility of an accident, use ex-
treme caution when adding cargo or
accessories to your motorcycle. Use
extra care when riding a motorcycle
that has added cargo or accessories.
Here are some general guidelines to
follow if loading cargo or adding acces-
sories to your motorcycle:
Loading
The total weight of the operator, pas-
senger, accessories and cargo must
not exceed the maximum load limit.
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When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
Cargo and accessory weight
should be kept as low and close to
the motorcycle as possible. Make
sure to distribute the weight as
evenly as possible on both sides of
the motorcycle to minimize imbal-
ance or instability.
Shifting weights can create a sud-
den imbalance. Make sure that ac-
cessories and cargo are securely
attached to the motorcycle before
riding. Check accessory mounts
and cargo restraints frequently.
Never attach any large or heavy
items to the handlebar, front fork,
or front fender. These items, in-
cluding such cargo as sleeping
bags, duffel bags, or tents, can
create unstable handling or a slow
steering response.Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have
been specifically designed for use on
this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot
test all other accessories that may be
available, you must personally be re-
sponsible for the proper selection, in-
stallation and use of non-Yamaha
accessories. Use extreme caution
when selecting and installing any ac-
cessories.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
Never install accessories or carry
cargo that would impair the perfor-
mance of your motorcycle. Care-
fully inspect the accessory before
using it to make sure that it does
not in any way reduce ground
clearance or cornering clearance,
limit suspension travel, steering
travel or control operation, or ob-
scure lights or reflectors.
Accessories fitted to the handle-
bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution or aerody-namic changes. If accessories
are added to the handlebar or
front fork area, they must be as
lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may
seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle due to aerody-
namic effects. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds. These ac-
cessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
Certain accessories can dis-
place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free-
dom of movement of the opera-
tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
motorcycle’s electrical system, an
electric failure could result, which
Maximum load:
TDM900 203 kg (448 lb)
TDM900A 200 kg (441 lb)
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could cause a dangerous loss of
lights or engine power.
Gasoline and exhaust gas
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMA-
BLE:
Always turn the engine off when
refueling.
Take care not to spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust
system when refueling.
Never refuel while smoking or in
the vicinity of an open flame.
Never start the engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poi-
sonous and may cause loss of
consciousness and death within a
short time. Always operate your
motorcycle in an area that has ad-
equate ventilation.
Always turn the engine off before
leaving the motorcycle unattended
and remove the key from the main
switch. When parking the motorcy-
cle, note the following:
The engine and exhaust system
may be hot, therefore, park themotorcycle in a place where pe-
destrians or children are not like-
ly to touch these hot areas.
Do not park the motorcycle on a
slope or soft ground, otherwise it
may fall over.
Do not park the motorcycle near
a flammable source, (e.g., a ker-
osene heater, or near an open
flame), otherwise it could catch
fire.
When transporting the motorcycle
in another vehicle, make sure that
it is kept upright. If the motorcycle
should lean over, gasoline may
leak out of the fuel tank.
If you should swallow any gaso-
line, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor,
or allow gasoline to get into your
eyes, see your doctor immediate-
ly. If any gasoline spills on your
skin or clothing, immediately wash
the affected area with soap and
water and change your clothes.
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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
TDM900
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1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-16)
2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-16)
3. Air filter element (page 6-12)
4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting
knob (page 3-17)
5. Battery (page 6-28)
6. Fuses (page 6-29)
7. Storage compartment (page 3-15)8. Grab bar
9. Luggage strap holder (page 3-19)
10. Seat lock (page 3-14)
11. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
(page 3-17)
12. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-17)
13. Shift pedal (page 3-10)
14. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 6-7)
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1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-16)
2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-16)
3. Air filter element (page 6-12)
4. Coolant reservoir (page 6-10)
5. Battery (page 6-28)
6. Fuses (page 6-29)
7. Luggage strap holder (page 3-19)
8. Seat lock (page 3-14)9. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
(page 3-17)
10. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-17)
11. Shift pedal (page 3-10)
12. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 6-7)
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Right view
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1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
2. Coolant reservoir (page 6-10)
3. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-14)
4. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
5. Radiator cap (page 6-10)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-7)
7. Engine oil filter element (page 6-7)8. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-7)
9. Brake pedal (page 3-11)
10. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
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1. Grab bar
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. Storage compartment (page 3-15)
4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting
knob (page 3-17)
5. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-14)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
7. Radiator cap (page 6-10)
8. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-7)9. Engine oil filter element (page 6-7)
10. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-7)
11. Brake pedal (page 3-11)
12. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
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1. Clutch lever (page 3-10)
2. Left handlebar switches (page 3-9)
3. Multi-function display (page 3-7)
4. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-2)
5. Tachometer unit (page 3-6)
6. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-6)
7. Right handlebar switches (page 3-9)
8. Brake lever (page 3-11)9. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
