instrument panel YAMAHA TDM 900 2004 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ............. 1-1
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2-1
Left view ..................................... 2-1
Right view................................... 2-2
Controls and instruments ........... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS ................................ 3-1
Immobilizer system ................... 3-1
Main switch/steering lock .......... 3-2
Indicator and warning lights ...... 3-3
Speedometer unit ...................... 3-5
Tachometer unit ........................ 3-6
Coolant temperature gauge ...... 3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .......... 3-8
Handlebar switches ................... 3-8
Clutch lever ............................... 3-9
Shift pedal ............................... 3-10
Brake lever .............................. 3-10
Brake pedal ............................. 3-11
Fuel tank cap ........................... 3-11
Fuel ......................................... 3-12
Fuel tank breather hose .......... 3-13
Catalytic converter .................. 3-13
Seat ......................................... 3-13
Storage compartment .............. 3-14
Adjusting the front fork ............ 3-15Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ............................... 3-16
Luggage strap holders ............ 3-18
Sidestand ................................ 3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ... 3-19
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ....... 4-1
Pre-operation check list ............ 4-2
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
MINOR REPAIR ............................ 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ......................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ....................... 6-2
Removing and installing
cowlings and panels ................ 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .......... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter
element ................................... 6-7Coolant .................................... 6-10
Replacing the air filter
element ................................. 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed .................................... 6-15
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ....................................... 6-16
Adjusting the valve
clearance .............................. 6-16
Tires ........................................ 6-16
Cast wheels ............................ 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ....................................... 6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal
position .................................. 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch .................................... 6-21
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ............................ 6-22
Checking the brake fluid
level ....................................... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid ......... 6-23
Drive chain slack ..................... 6-24
Lubricating the drive chain ...... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables .................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ........... 6-26

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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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Care
While the open design of a motorcycle
reveals the attractiveness of the tech-
nology, it also makes it more vulnera-
ble. Rust and corrosion can develop
even if high-quality components are
used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un-
noticed on a car, however, it detracts
from the overall appearance of a motor-
cycle. Frequent and proper care does
not only comply with the terms of the
warranty, but it will also keep your mo-
torcycle looking good, extend its life
and optimize its performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlets with plas-
tic bags after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and covers
as well as all electrical couplers
and connectors, including the
spark plug caps, are tightly in-
stalled.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and abrush, but never apply such prod-
ucts onto seals, gaskets, sprock-
ets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and de-
greaser off with water.
Cleaning
CAUTION:

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Avoid using strong acidic wheel
cleaners, especially on spoked
wheels. If such products are
used on hard-to-remove dirt, do
not leave the cleaner on the af-
fected area any longer than in-
structed. Also, thoroughly rinse
the area off with water, immedi-
ately dry it, and then apply a cor-
rosion protection spray.

Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use only
a soft, clean cloth or sponge
with mild detergent and water to
clean plastic.

Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths orsponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.

Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.

For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave