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TroubleshootingTroubleshootingAlthough Yamaha motorcycles
receive a thorough inspection before
shipment from the factory, trouble
may occur during operation. Any
problem in the fuel, compression, or
ignition systems, for example, can
cause poor starting and loss of
power.
The following troubleshooting charts
represent quick and easy procedures
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcy-
cle require any repair, take it to a
Yamaha dealer, whose skilled techni-
cians have the necessary tools,
experience, and know-how to service
the motorcycle properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look
like Yamaha parts, but they are often
inferior, have a shorter service life
and can lead to expensive repair
bills.
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SPECIFICATIONS
SpecificationsSpecifications
Model TDM900
Dimensions
Overall length 2,180 mm
Overall width 800 mm
Overall height 1,290 mm
Seat height 825 mm
Wheelbase 1,485 mm
Ground clearance 160 mm
Minimum turning radius 2,900 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)221 kg
Engine
Engine type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Cylinder arrangement Forward-inclined parallel
2-cylinder
Displacement 897 cm
3
Bore ×Stroke 92.0 ×67.5 mm
Compression ratio 10.4:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sumpEngine oil
Type
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type
or higher
cC
In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not mix any chemical additives. Do
not use oils with a diesel specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In addition, do not use oils
labeled “ENERGY CONSERVING II” or higher.
Capacity
Without oil filter element
removal 3.8 L
With oil filter element removal 3.9 L
Total amount (dry engine) 4.7 L
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