YAMAHA TDM 900 2003 Owner's Manual

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Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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Handlebar switches
Handlebar switchesEAU00119
Pass switch “&”Pass switchPress this switch to flash the head-
light.
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Dimmer switch “&/%”Dimmer switchSet this switch to “&” for the high
beam and to “%” for the low beam.
1. Pass switch “&”
2. Hazard switch “0”
3. Dimmer switch “&/%”
4. Turn signal switch “4/6”
5. Horn switch “*”
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)Anti-theft alarm (optional)This motorcycle can be equipped
with an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Turn signal switch “4/6”Turn signal switchTo signal a right-hand turn, push this
switch to “6”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push this switch to “4”. When
released, the switch returns to the
center position. To cancel the turn
signal lights, push the switch in after
it has returned to the center position.
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Horn switch “*”Horn switchPress this switch to sound the horn.
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Hazard switch “0”Hazard switchWith the key in the “ON” or “.” posi-
tion, use this switch to turn on the
hazard light (simultaneous flashing of
all turn signal lights).
The hazard light is used in case of an
emergency or to warn other drivers
when your motorcycle is stopped
where it might be a traffic hazard.
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Do not use the hazard light for an
extended length of time, otherwise
the battery may discharge.
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Engine stop switch “#/$”Engine stop switchSet this switch to “#” before starting
the engine. Set this switch to “$” to
stop the engine in case of an emer-
gency, such as when the motorcycle
overturns or when the throttle cable is
stuck.
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Start switch “,”Start switchPush this switch to crank the engine
with the starter.
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See page 5-1 for starting instruc-
tions prior to starting the engine.
1. Engine stop switch “#/$”
2. Start switch “,”
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Clutch leverClutch leverThe clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should
be pulled rapidly and released slowly
for smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-19 for an explanation of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
1. Clutch lever
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Shift pedalShift pedalThe shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in
combination with the clutch lever
when shifting the gears of the
6-speed constant-mesh transmission
equipped on this motorcycle.
1. Shift pedal
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Brake leverBrake leverThe brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pull the lever toward the han-
dlebar grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
position adjusting dial.
1. Brake lever
2. Brake lever position adjusting dial
3. Arrow mark
a. Distance between brake lever and
handlebar grip
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3 To adjust the distance between the
brake lever and the handlebar grip,
turn the adjusting dial while holding
the lever pushed away from the han-
dlebar grip. Make sure that the
appropriate setting on the adjusting
dial is aligned with the arrow mark on
the brake lever.
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Brake pedalBrake pedalThe brake pedal is on the right side
of the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
1. Brake pedal
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Fuel tank capFuel tank cap
To open the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel tank cap lock cover,
insert the key into the lock, and then
turn it 1/8 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the fuel tank cap can
be opened.
To close the fuel tank cap
1. Push the fuel tank cap into posi-
tion with the key inserted in the
lock.
1a
1. Fuel tank cap lock cover
a. Unlock.
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32. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:
The fuel tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. In addi-
tion, the key cannot be removed if the
cap is not properly closed and
locked.
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed before riding.
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FuelFuelMake sure that there is sufficient fuel
in the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the
bottom of the filler tube as shown.
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8Do not overfill the fuel tank,
otherwise it may overflow
when the fuel warms up and
expands.
8Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
1 2
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
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Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts.
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Recommended fuel:
REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
20 L
Reserve amount:
3.5 L
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The
use of leaded gasoline will cause
severe damage to internal engine
parts, such as the valves and pis-
ton rings, as well as to the exhaust
system.
Your Yamaha engine has been
designed to use regular unleaded
gasoline with a research octane num-
ber of 91 or higher. If knocking (or
pinging) occurs, use a gasoline of a
different brand or premium unleaded
fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will extend
spark plug life and reduce mainte-
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Fuel tank breather hoseFuel tank breather hoseBefore operating the motorcycle:
8Check the fuel tank breather
hose connection.
8Check the fuel tank breather
hose for cracks or damage, and
replace it if damaged.
8Make sure that the end of the
fuel tank breather hose is not
blocked, and clean it if neces-
sary.
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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Catalytic converterCatalytic converterThis motorcycle is equipped with a
catalytic converter in the muffler.
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The exhaust system is hot after
operation. Make sure that the
exhaust system has cooled down
before doing any maintenance
work.
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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard
or other damages.
8Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
8Never park the motorcycle
near possible fire hazards
such as grass or other materi-
als that easily burn.
8Do not allow the engine to idle
too long.
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Seat
SeatTo remove the seat
Insert the key into the seat lock, turn
it counterclockwise, and then pull the
seat off.
1 a
1. Seat lock
a. Unlock.
To install the seat
Insert the projections on the front of
the seat into the seat holder, push
the rear of the seat down to lock it in
place, and then remove the key.
NOTE:
Make sure that the seat is properly
secured before riding.
1. Projection (×2)
2. Seat holder (×2)
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Storage compartmentStorage compartmentThis storage compartment is
designed to hold an optional genuine
Yamaha U-LOCK. (Other locks may
not fit.) When placing a U-LOCK in
the storage compartment, securely
fasten it with the straps. When the U-
LOCK is not in the storage compart-
ment, be sure to secure the straps to
prevent losing them.
1. U-LOCK (optional)
2. Strap
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get
wet. When washing the motorcycle,
be careful not to let any water enter
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Adjusting the front forkFront fork, adjustingThis front fork is equipped with spring
preload adjusting bolts and damping
force adjusting screws.
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Always adjust both fork legs
equally, otherwise poor handling
and loss of stability may result.
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Spring preload
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting bolt on each fork leg in
direction a. To decrease the spring
preload and thereby soften the sus-
pension, turn the adjusting bolt on
each fork leg in direction b.
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1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
NOTE:
Align the appropriate groove on the
adjusting mechanism with the top of
the front fork cap bolt.
Setting
Minimum (soft) 8
Standard 7
Maximum (hard) 1
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1. Standard setting
2. Current setting
3. Front fork cap bolt
Damping force
1. Turn the adjusting screw on each
fork leg in direction auntil the
screw moves almost a 1/2 turn
without clicking.
2. Continue turning the adjusting
screw in direction auntil it
clicks. This is the minimum set-
ting.
1. Damping force adjusting screw
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3 3. To increase the damping force,
continue turning the adjusting
screw in direction a. The third
click after the minimum setting is
the maximum setting. If the
adjusting screw is turned further
in direction a, it will move half a
turn before returning to the mini-
mum setting.
NOTE:
Make sure that the adjusting screw is
turned to one of the four settings.
Setting
Minimum (soft) 1
Standard 2
Maximum (hard) 4
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Adjusting the shock
absorber assembly
Shock absorber assembly, adjustingThis shock absorber assembly is
equipped with a spring preload
adjusting ring and rebound and com-
pression damping force adjusting
knobs.
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Never attempt to turn an adjusting
mechanism beyond the maximum
or minimum settings.Spring preload
To increase the spring preload and
thereby harden the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction a. To
decrease the spring preload and
thereby soften the suspension, turn
the adjusting ring in direction b.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring
2. Special wrench
3. Position indicator
Setting
Minimum (soft) 1
Standard 5
Maximum (hard) 9
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