lock YAMAHA TDM 850 2000 Owners Manual

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2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view1. Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-10)
2. Helmet holder (page 3-13)
3. Seat lock (page 3-12)
4. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (for fine adjustment) (page 3-15)
5. Rear shock absorber damping force
adjusting knob (page 3-16)
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DESCRIPTION
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Controls/Instruments12. Clutch lever (page 3-8)
13. Handlebar switches (page 3-6)
14. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-7)
15. Speedometer (page 3-3)
16. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)17. Tachometer (page 3-4)
18. Fuel gauge (page 3-5)
19. Throttle grip (page 6-16)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-3
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-4
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-5
Antitheft alarm (optional) ...................................... 3-5
Fuel gauge ............................................................ 3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-6
Starter (choke) “ ” .............................................. 3-7
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-8
Shift pedal ............................................................. 3-8
Front brake lever ................................................... 3-9Rear brake pedal.................................................. 3-9
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-10
Fuel .................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-12
Seat.................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-13
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-13
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-17
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-17
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-17
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”. @1. Push
2. Turn
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(Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator lights “ ” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Coolant temperature indicator light
“”
This indicator light comes on when the
engine overheats. If the light comes on,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool. To check that the in-
dicator light is working properly:l
Turn the engine stop switch to
“ ” and the main switch to “ON”.
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Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever.
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Push the start switch.
If the indicator light does not come on
while pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical
circuit.
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CAUTION:@ When the engine is overheated, do
not continue riding. @
1. Left turn indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature indicator light “ ”
5. Right turn indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3,1 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, fill the
tank at the first opportunity.
To check that the indicator light is work-
ing properly:l
Turn the engine stop switch to
“ ” and the main switch to “ON”.
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Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever.
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Push the start switch.
If the indicator light does not come on
while pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical
circuit.
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SpeedometerThis speedometer is equipped with:l
an odometer
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two trip odometers
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a clockOdometer and trip meter modes
Use the trip meters to estimate how far
you can ride on a tank of fuel.
When set to “ODO”, the motorcycle’s
total mileage is indicated.
When set to “TRIP 1” or “TRIP 2”, the
motorcycle’s mileage since the trip
meter was last reset is indicated. Use
the trip meter to estimate how far you
can ride on a tank of fuel. This informa-
tion will enable you to plan fuel stops in
the future.
1. “SELECT” button
2. “RESET” button
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3 Selecting a mode
Push the “SELECT” button to change
between the odometer mode “ODO”
and the trip odometer modes “TRIP 1”,
“TRIP 2” and “CLOCK” in the following
order:
“ODO”
® “TRIP 1”
® “TRIP 2”
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“CLOCK”
® “ODO”
Resetting a trip meterTo reset a trip odometer to 0.0, select it
by pushing the “SELECT” button and
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second.
Clock mode
To change the display to the clock
mode, push both the “SELECT” and
“RESET” buttons.
To change the display back to the
odometer mode, push the “SELECT”
button.To set the clock
1. Push both the “SELECT” and
“RESET” buttons for at least two
seconds.
2. When the hour digits start flashing,
push the “RESET” button to set
the hours.
3. Push the “SELECT” button to
change the minutes.
4. When the minute digits start flash-
ing, push the “RESET” button to
set the minutes.
5. Push the “SELECT” button to start
the clock.NOTE:@ After setting the clock, be sure to push
the “SELECT” button before turning the
main switch to “OFF”, otherwise the
clock will not be set. @
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TachometerThis model is equipped with an electric
tachometer so the rider can monitor the
engine speed and keep it within the
ideal power range.
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CAUTION:@ Do not operate in the red zone.
Red zone: 8,000 r/min and above @1. Tachometer
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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. @
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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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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.
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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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