2009 YAMAHA TDM 900 engine oil

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
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DESCRIPTION
...................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments..................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ..........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Tachometer unit ...............................3-6
Coolant temperature gauge .............3-7
Multi-function display .......................3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ................3-9
Handlebar switches .........................3-9
Clutch lever ....................................3-10
Shift pedal ......................................3-11
Brake lever ....................................3-11
Brake pedal ...................................3-12
ABS (for ABS models) ...................3-12
Fuel tank cap .................................3-13
Fuel ................................................3-14
Fuel tank breather hose .................3-15
Catalytic converters .......................3-15
Seat ...............................................3-16
Storage compartment ....................3-17
Adjusting the front fork ...................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ....................................3-19Luggage strap holders .................. 3-20
Sidestand ...................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ......... 3-21
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
.............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
.................................. 5-1
Starting the engine .......................... 5-1
Shifting ............................................ 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption . 5-3
Engine break-in ............................... 5-3
Parking ............................................ 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT
.................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels ................................... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ................ 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ....... 6-8
Coolant .......................................... 6-11
Replacing the air filter element ...... 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 6-14
Checking the throttle cable free
play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15Tires .............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ......................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-21
Drive chain slack ........................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 6-25
Lubricating the rear suspension .... 6-25
Checking the front fork .................. 6-26
Checking the steering ................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-27
Battery ........................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-28
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-30

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DESCRIPTION
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Left view
TDM900
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1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-17)
2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-17)
3. Air filter element (page 6-12)
4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting
knob (page 3-19)
5. Battery (page 6-27)
6. Fuses (page 6-28)
7. Storage compartment (page 3-17)8. Grab bar
9. Luggage strap holder (page 3-20)
10. Seat lock (page 3-16)
11. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
(page 3-19)
12. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-19)
13. Shift pedal (page 3-11)
14. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 6-8)

DESCRIPTION
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9 TDM900A
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1. Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-17)
2. Front fork damping adjusting screw (page 3-17)
3. Air filter element (page 6-12)
4. Coolant reservoir (page 6-11)
5. Battery (page 6-27)
6. Fuses (page 6-28)
7. Luggage strap holder (page 3-20)
8. Seat lock (page 3-16)9. Shock absorber assembly rebound damping force adjusting knob
(page 3-19)
10. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting ring (page 3-19)
11. Shift pedal (page 3-11)
12. Engine oil drain bolt A (page 6-8)

DESCRIPTION
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Right view
TDM900
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1. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
2. Coolant reservoir (page 6-11)
3. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-14)
4. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
5. Radiator cap (page 6-11)
6. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)
7. Engine oil filter element (page 6-8)8. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-8)
9. Brake pedal (page 3-12)
10. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)

DESCRIPTION
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9 TDM900A
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1. Grab bar
2. Owner’s tool kit (page 6-1)
3. Storage compartment (page 3-17)
4. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting
knob (page 3-19)
5. Idle adjusting screw (page 6-14)
6. Front brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)
7. Radiator cap (page 6-11)
8. Engine oil filler cap (page 6-8)9. Engine oil filter element (page 6-8)
10. Engine oil drain bolt B (page 6-8)
11. Brake pedal (page 3-12)
12. Rear brake fluid reservoir (page 6-20)

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Indicator and warning lights
For TDM900For TDM900A
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Turn signal indicator lights “ ” and
“” (For TDM900)/Turn signal indi-
cator light “ ” (For TDM900A)
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For TDM900: The corresponding
indicator light flashes when the
turn signal switch is pushed to theleft or right.
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For TDM900A: This indicator light
flashes when the turn signal switch
is pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Oil level warning light
This warning light comes on if the en-
gine oil level is low.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked by turning the key to
“ON”.
If the warning light does not come on
for a few seconds, then go off, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electrical cir-
cuit.
TIP

Even if the oil level is sufficient, the
1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
7. Oil level warning light
8. Immobilizer system indicator light
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1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”
2. Turn signal indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Neutral indicator light “ ”
5. Engine trouble warning light “ ”
6. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning
light “ ”
7. Oil level warning light
8. Immobilizer system indicator light
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ABS

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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING

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Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in
this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel
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Check fuel level in fuel tank.
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Refuel if necessary.
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Check fuel line for leakage.3-14
Engine oil
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Check oil level in engine.
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If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
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Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-8
Coolant
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Check coolant level in reservoir.
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If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
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Check cooling system for leakage.6-11
Front brake
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Check operation.
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If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
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Check brake pads for wear.
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Replace if necessary.
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Check fluid level in reservoir.
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If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
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Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-19, 6-20

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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING

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Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which could cause an accident
or injury.
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TIP

This model is equipped with a lean an-
gle sensor to stop the engine in case of
a turnover. To start the engine after a
turnover, be sure to turn the main
switch to “OFF” and then to “ON”. Fail-
ing to do so will prevent the engine from
starting even though the engine will
crank when pushing the start switch.
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Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
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The transmission is in the neutral
position.
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The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sid-
estand up.
See page 3-21 for more information.
1. Turn the key to “ON” and make
sure that the engine stop switch is
set to “ ”.
The following warning lights and
indicator light should come on for a
few seconds, then go off.
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Oil level warning light
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Engine trouble warning light
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Immobilizer system indicator light
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ABS warning light
NOTICE

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If a warning or indicator light does
not go off, see page 3-4 for the corre-
sponding warning and indicator
light circuit check.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-