2006 YAMAHA TDM 900 fork

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
EAU26040
Care
While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor-
cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your mo-
torcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such prod-ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-
ets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
CAUTION:

ECA10770

Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.

Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with mild detergent and water to
clean plastic.

Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasivecleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.

For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.

SPECIFICATIONS
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Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
33/12 (2.750)
2nd:
37/19 (1.947)
3rd:
34/22 (1.545)
4th:
31/25 (1.240)
5th:
26/25 (1.040)
6th:
24/26 (0.923)
Chassis:
Frame type:
Diamond
Caster angle:
25.50 °
Trail:
114.0 mm (4.49 in)
Front tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
120/70 ZR18M/C (59W)
Manufacturer/model:
TDM900 METZELER/MEZ4 FRONT
TDM900A DUNLOP/D220FSTJ
Manufacturer/model:
TDM900 DUNLOP/D220FSTJ
Rear tire:
Type:
Tubeless
Size:
160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)
Manufacturer/model:
TDM900 METZELER/MEZ4
TDM900A DUNLOP/D220STJ
Manufacturer/model:
TDM900 DUNLOP/D220STJ
Loading:
Maximum load:
TDM900 203 kg (448 lb)
TDM900A 200 kg (441 lb)
* (Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo
and accessories)

Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
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)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
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)
Loading condition:
TDM900 90–203 kg (198–448 lb)
TDM900A 90–200 kg (198–441 lb)
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
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)
Rear:
290 kPa (42 psi) (2.90 kgf/cm
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High-speed riding:
Front:
225 kPa (33 psi) (2.25 kgf/cm
2

)
Rear:
250 kPa (36 psi) (2.50 kgf/cm
2

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Front wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
18M/C x MT3.50
Rear wheel:
Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT5.00
Front brake:
Type:
Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:
Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:
Type:
Telescopic fork

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-5
Air filter element, replacing ..................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-8
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-33
B
Battery..................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-22
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-11
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-11
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-24
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converter .................................. 3-14
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-18
Coolant.................................................... 6-10
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-6
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-5
D
Dimmer switch .......................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 6-24
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-22
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Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed................................. 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ................. 6-7Engine stop switch .....................................3-9
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking .......6-20
Front fork, adjusting .................................3-16
Front fork, checking .................................6-26
Fuel ..........................................................3-13
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ...........5-3
Fuel level warning indicator .......................3-4
Fuel tank breather hose ...........................3-14
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-12
Fuses, replacing ......................................6-29
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Handlebar switches ...................................3-9
Hazard switch ............................................3-9
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-31
High beam indicator light ...........................3-4
Horn switch ................................................3-9
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Identification numbers................................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ...................3-20
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light ..............3-5
Indicator and warning lights .......................3-3
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Key identification number ..........................9-1
L
Luggage strap holders .............................3-19
M
Main switch/steering lock ...........................3-2
Model label ................................................9-2
Multi-function display .................................3-7
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Neutral indicator light .................................3-4
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Oil level warning light ................................ 3-4
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Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations............................................. 2-1
Pass switch ............................................... 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................. 4-2
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting............ 6-19
Rear suspension, lubricating ................... 6-26
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Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-14
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-10
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting....... 3-17
Sidestand ................................................ 3-19
Sidestand, checking and lubricating ........ 6-26
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-6
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch ................................................ 3-9
Steering, checking ................................... 6-27
Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment .............................. 3-15
Supporting the motorcycle....................... 6-33
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Tachometer unit ........................................ 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing................. 6-32
Throttle cable free play, checking............ 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating .............................................. 6-25