YAMAHA TDM 850 2000 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to “ ” to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to “ ” to stop the engine.
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Lights switch
Turning the light switch to “ ”,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
“ ”, turns the headlight on also.
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Start switch “ ”
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
EC000005
CAUTION:@ See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine. @
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Starter (choke) “ ”Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction
a to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction
b to turn off the
starter (choke).
1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch “ ”
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
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Shift pedalThis motorcycle is equipped with a con-
stant-mesh 5-speed transmission.
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch when shifting.
1. Clutch lever
1. Shift pedal
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Front brake leverThe front brake lever is located on the
right handlebar and is equipped with a
position adjuster.
To activate the front brake, pull the le-
ver toward the handlebar.To adjust the front brake lever position,
turn the adjusting nut while pulling the
lever forward. Make sure the mark “ ”
on the adjusting nut is aligned with the
mark “ ” on the lever.
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Rear brake pedalThe rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
1. Brake lever position adjuster
a. Lever distance
1. Adjusting nut
2. Proper position
1. Rear brake pedal
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel tank capTo open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. The lock will
be released and the cap can be
opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion. Then, close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly. @
EW000023
WARNING
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
1. Lock cover
2. Open
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FuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
EW000130
WARNING
@ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands. @
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CAUTION:@ l
Always wipe off spilled fuel im-
mediately with a dry and clean
soft cloth. Fuel may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
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(For Germany only)
The fuel tank cap equipped on
German models is specially de-
signed. Always use the correct
cap whenever replacement is
necessary.
@
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NOTE:@ If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade. @
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
20 L
Reserve:
3.1 L
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Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only)This model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose. Before using this motor-
cycle, be sure to:l
Check hose connection.
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Check hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if damaged.
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Make sure the end of the hose is
not blocked. Clean it if necessary.
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SeatTo remove
Insert the key in the lock and turn it
clockwise.To install
Insert the projections on the front of the
seat into the seat holders. Then push
down on the seat.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the seat is securely fit-
ted. @
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1. Open
1. Projection (´ 2)
2. Seat holder (´ 2)
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Helmet holderThe helmet holder is under the seat.
Remove the seat and hook the helmet
on the helmet holder. Then, reinstall
the seat and lock it.
EW000030
WARNING
@ Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit ob-
jects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident. @
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Storage compartmentThis compartment is designed to store
a genuine Yamaha U-LOCK. (Other
locks may not fit.)
Be sure the lock is fastened securely
with the straps when storing it in the
compartment.
To prevent losing the straps, be sure to
secure them even when a U-LOCK is
not being stored in the compartment.When storing this Owner’s manual or
other documents in the compartment,
be sure to put them in a vinyl bag so
they do not get wet. When washing the
motorcycle, be careful not to flood this
compartment with water.
1. Helmet holder
1. U-LOCK (optional)
2. Strap
1. U-LOCK (optional)
2. Strap (´ 2)
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Front fork adjustmentThe front fork is equipped with spring
preload and damping force adjusters.
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WARNING
@ Always adjust each fork leg to the
same setting. Uneven adjustment
can cause poor handling and loss of
stability. @
Adjusting spring preload
Turn the adjusting bolt in direction
a to in-
crease spring preload and in direction
b
to decrease spring preload.CI-18E
Adjusting damping force
Turn the adjusting screw in direction
a
to increase damping force and in direc-
tion
b to decrease damping force.CI-29E
EC000015CAUTION:@ Never attempt to turn an adjuster
beyond the maximum or minimum
setting. @
1. Spring preload adjusting bolt
2. Adjusting position
3. Standard setting
Soft Standard Hard
Adjusting
position12 3 45
1. Damping force adjusting screwMinimum (soft) 5 clicks out*
Standard 4 clicks out*
Maximum (hard) 0 click out*
* From the fully turned-in position
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Rear shock absorber
adjustmentThis shock absorber is equipped with
two spring preload adjusters and one
damping force adjuster.
Spring preload
Coarse adjustment (top)Use the special tool in the owner’s tool
kit to turn the lever to “S” when riding
solo and to “H” when riding with a pas-
senger.Fine adjustment (bottom)
Proceed as follows to suit road condi-
tions and the rider’s preference.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction
a
to increase spring preload and in di-
rection
b to decrease spring pre-
load.
1. Adjusting lever
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting nut
a. Distance “A”
Spring preload:
Minimum (soft):
Distance “A” = 59 mm
Standard:
Distance “A” = 61 mm
Maximum (hard):
Distance “A” = 63 mm
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3 3. Tighten the locknut to the speci-
fied torque.
EC000018
CAUTION:@ Always tighten the locknut against
the spring adjusting nut and tighten
the locknut to the specified torque. @
Damping force adjustment
Turn the adjusting knob in direction
a
to increase damping force and in direc-
tion
b to decrease damping force.CI-29E
EC000015CAUTION:@ Never attempt to turn an adjuster
beyond the maximum or minimum
setting. @
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WARNING
@ This shock absorber contains high-
ly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read
and understand the following infor-
mation before handling the shock
absorber. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for property
damage or personal injury that may
result from improper handling.l
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.
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Do not subject the shock ab-
sorber to an open flame or other
high heat source. This may
cause the unit to explode due to
excessive gas pressure.
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Do not deform or damage the
cylinder in any way. Cylinder
damage will result in poor
damping performance.
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Take your shock absorber to a
Yamaha dealer for any service.
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Tightening torque:
Locknut:
70 Nm (7.0 m·kg)
1. Adjusting knobMinimum (soft) 20 clicks out*
Standard 10 clicks out*
Maximum (hard) 0 click out*
* From the fully turned-in position
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