2009 YAMAHA TDM 900 oil level

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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10. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
11. Turn the engine off, and then
check the oil level and correct it if
necessary.

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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP

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The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level in the cool-
ant reservoir.
TIP

The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
For TDM900
For TDM900A
3. If the coolant is at or below the
1. “CD” specification
2. “ENERGY CONSERVING II”
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1. Coolant reservoir
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1. Maximum level mark
2. Coolant reservoir
3. Minimum level mark
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Observe these precautions:

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When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
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Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
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Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
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Be careful that water or dust does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the
fluid and may result in vapor lock,
and dirt may clog the ABS hydrau-
lic unit valves.
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Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
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As the brake pads wear, it is nor-mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have
the oil seals of the master cylinders and
calipers as well as the brake hoses re-
placed at the intervals listed below or
whenever they are damaged or leak-
ing.
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Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
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Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4

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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.

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2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE

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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-32 for more
information.)
WARNING! To
avoid injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no danger
of it falling over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.

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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:
Overall length:
2180 mm (85.8 in)
Overall width:
800 mm (31.5 in)
Overall height:
1290 mm (50.8 in)
Seat height:
825 mm (32.5 in)
Wheelbase:
1485 mm (58.5 in)
Ground clearance:
160 mm (6.30 in)
Minimum turning radius:
2900 mm (114.2 in)
Weight:
With oil and fuel:
TDM900 223.0 kg (492 lb)
TDM900A 226.0 kg (498 lb)
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder
Displacement:
897.0 cm
3

Bore
×
stroke:
92.0
×
67.5 mm (3.62
×
2.66 in)
Compression ratio:
10.40 :1Starting system:
Electric starter
Lubrication system:
Dry sump

Engine oil:
Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40,
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO stan-
dard MA
Engine oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
3.80 L (4.02 US qt, 3.34 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement:
3.90 L (4.12 US qt, 3.43 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:
Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.75 L (1.85 US qt, 1.54 Imp.qt)
Air filter:
Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
20.0 L (5.28 US gal, 4.40 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
3.5 L (0.92 US gal, 0.77 Imp.gal)
Fuel injection:
Throttle body:
Type/quantity:
38EIS/2
Spark plug (s):
Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DPR8EA-9
Manufacturer/model:
DENSO/X24EPR-U9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch:
Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-disc
Transmission:
Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio:
67/39 (1.718)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
42/16 (2.625)
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10 20 30
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50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40SAE 10W-50

SPECIFICATIONS
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Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
150.0 mm (5.91 in)
Rear suspension:
Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
133.0 mm (5.24 in)
Electrical system:
Ignition system:
TCI (digital)
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:
Model:
GT12B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 10.0 Ah
Headlight:
Bulb type:
Halogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage
×× × ×
quantity:
Headlight:
12 V, 55.0 W
×
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Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W
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Front turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W
×
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Rear turn signal light:
12 V, 10.0 W
×
2Auxiliary light:
12 V, 5.0 W
×
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Meter lighting:
14 V, 2.0 W
×
2
Neutral indicator light:
14 V, 1.2 W
×
1
High beam indicator light:
14 V, 1.4 W
×
1
Oil level warning light:
LED
Turn signal indicator light:
TDM900 14 V, 1.2 W
×
2
TDM900A 14 V, 1.2 W
×
1
Engine trouble warning light:
14 V, 1.4 W
×
1
ABS warning light:
TDM900A 14 V, 1.4 W
×
1
Immobilizer system indicator light:
LED

Fuses:
Main fuse:
40.0 A
Headlight fuse:
TDM900 15.0 A
TDM900A 20.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse:
10.0 A
Radiator fan fuse:
20.0 A
Turn signal light and hazard fuse:
10.0 AFuel injection system fuse:
10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
TDM900A 10.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
TDM900A 30.0 A
Backup fuse:
TDM900 5.0 A
TDM900A 10.0 A

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).......................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-32
B
Battery..................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-24
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-11
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-12
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-24
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-18
Coolant.................................................... 6-11
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-7
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-6
D
Dimmer switch .......................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 6-23
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-22
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed................................. 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ................. 6-8
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-10Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-5
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-17
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel.......................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel level warning indicator ....................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose........................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-28
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Handlebar switches ................................... 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-4
Horn switch .............................................. 3-10
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Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-21
Immobilizer system .................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............. 3-5
Indicator and warning lights ....................... 3-4
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Key identification number .......................... 9-1
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Luggage strap holders ............................. 3-20
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Main switch/steering lock........................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
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
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........... 6-19
Rear suspension, lubricating ................... 6-25
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Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-16
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-19
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating........ 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-7
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking................................... 6-26
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment.............................. 3-17
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-32
T
Tachometer unit ........................................ 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating.............................................. 6-24
Tires ........................................................ 6-15
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1