lights YAMAHA TDM 900 2009 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Replacing a headlight bulb
This model is equipped with two quartz
bulb headlights. If a headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.
NOTICE

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Take care not to damage the follow-
ing parts:
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Headlight bulb
Do not touch the glass part of
the headlight bulb to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the bulb, and the bulb life will
be adversely affected. Thor-
oughly clean off any dirt and fin-
gerprints on the headlight bulb
using a cloth moistened with al-
cohol or thinner.
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Headlight lens
Do not affix any type of tinted
film or stickers to the headlight
lens.
Do not use a headlight bulb of a
wattage higher than specified.
1. Disconnect the headlight coupler,
and then remove the headlight
bulb cover.
2. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
and then remove the burnt out
bulb.3. Place a new bulb into position, and
then secure it with the bulb holder.
4. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
5. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Headlight bulb cover
2. Headlight coupler
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1. Headlight bulb holder
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.

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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing 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 motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians 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 inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING

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When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from waterheaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
gasoline vapors can ignite or ex-
plode, causing severe injury or
property damage.

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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9off any detergent residue using
plenty of water, as it is harmful
to plastic parts.

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Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges 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.
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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.
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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 leavescratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not leave
any marks. If the windshield is
scratched, use a quality plastic
polishing compound after
washing.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.
After riding in the rain, near the sea oron salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.
TIP

Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring.
1.Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
NOTICE:
Do not use warm wa-
ter since it increases the cor-
rosive action of the salt.
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2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick-
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a chamois
or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stain-
less-steel parts, including the ex-
haust system. (Even the thermally
induced discoloring of stain-
less-steel exhaust systems can be

INDEX
A
ABS (for ABS models) ............................ 3-12
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ......... 3-5
Air filter element, replacing ..................... 6-12
Anti-theft alarm (optional).......................... 3-9
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing .................. 6-32
B
Battery..................................................... 6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................. 6-24
Brake fluid, changing .............................. 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking ...................... 6-20
Brake lever .............................................. 3-11
Brake pedal ............................................. 3-12
C
Cables, checking and lubricating ............ 6-24
Care .......................................................... 7-1
Catalytic converters ................................ 3-15
Clutch lever ............................................. 3-10
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-18
Coolant.................................................... 6-11
Coolant temperature gauge ...................... 3-7
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing.................................................. 6-6
D
Dimmer switch .......................................... 3-9
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating ...... 6-23
Drive chain slack ..................................... 6-22
E
Engine break-in ......................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed................................. 6-14
Engine oil and oil filter element ................. 6-8
Engine stop switch .................................. 3-10Engine trouble warning light ...................... 3-5
F
Front and rear brake pads, checking ....... 6-19
Front fork, adjusting ................................. 3-17
Front fork, checking ................................. 6-26
Fuel.......................................................... 3-14
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing........... 5-3
Fuel level warning indicator ....................... 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose........................... 3-15
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-13
Fuses, replacing ...................................... 6-28
H
Handlebar switches ................................... 3-9
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-10
Headlight bulb, replacing ......................... 6-30
High beam indicator light ........................... 3-4
Horn switch .............................................. 3-10
I
Identification numbers ............................... 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ................... 3-21
Immobilizer system .................................... 3-1
Immobilizer system indicator light.............. 3-5
Indicator and warning lights ....................... 3-4
K
Key identification number .......................... 9-1
L
Luggage strap holders ............................. 3-20
M
Main switch/steering lock........................... 3-2
Matte color, caution ................................... 7-1
Model label ................................................ 9-2
Multi-function display ................................. 3-7
N
Neutral indicator light ................................. 3-4
O
Oil level warning light ................................ 3-4
P
Parking ...................................................... 5-4
Part locations ............................................ 2-1
Pass switch ............................................... 3-9
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ........................................................ 6-2
R
Rear brake light switch, adjusting ........... 6-19
Rear suspension, lubricating ................... 6-25
S
Safety information ..................................... 1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-16
Shifting ...................................................... 5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-11
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-19
Sidestand ................................................ 3-21
Sidestand, checking and lubricating........ 6-25
Spark plugs, checking ............................... 6-7
Specifications ............................................ 8-1
Starting the engine .................................... 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-10
Steering, checking................................... 6-26
Storage...................................................... 7-3
Storage compartment.............................. 3-17
Supporting the motorcycle ...................... 6-32
T
Tachometer unit ........................................ 3-6
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ................ 6-31
Throttle cable free play, checking ........... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating.............................................. 6-24
Tires ........................................................ 6-15
Tool kit....................................................... 6-1

INDEX
Troubleshooting ....................................... 6-33
Troubleshooting charts ............................ 6-34
Turn signal indicator lights ......................... 3-4
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31
Turn signal switch ...................................... 3-9
V
Valve clearance ....................................... 6-15
Vehicle identification number..................... 9-1
W
Wheel bearings, checking ....................... 6-27
Wheels..................................................... 6-18