instrument panel YAMAHA TDM 900 2009 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
...................1-1
DESCRIPTION
...................................2-1
Left view ...........................................2-1
Right view .........................................2-3
Controls and instruments..................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
........................................3-1
Immobilizer system ..........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock .................3-2
Indicator and warning lights .............3-4
Tachometer unit ...............................3-6
Coolant temperature gauge .............3-7
Multi-function display .......................3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ................3-9
Handlebar switches .........................3-9
Clutch lever ....................................3-10
Shift pedal ......................................3-11
Brake lever ....................................3-11
Brake pedal ...................................3-12
ABS (for ABS models) ...................3-12
Fuel tank cap .................................3-13
Fuel ................................................3-14
Fuel tank breather hose .................3-15
Catalytic converters .......................3-15
Seat ...............................................3-16
Storage compartment ....................3-17
Adjusting the front fork ...................3-17
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ....................................3-19Luggage strap holders .................. 3-20
Sidestand ...................................... 3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ......... 3-21
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
.............. 4-1
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
ADJUSTMENT
.................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ................................ 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings
and panels ................................... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ................ 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ....... 6-8
Coolant .......................................... 6-11
Replacing the air filter element ...... 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 6-14
Checking the throttle cable free
play ............................................ 6-15
Valve clearance ............................. 6-15Tires .............................................. 6-15
Cast wheels .................................. 6-18
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ............................................ 6-18
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ......................................... 6-19
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................. 6-19
Checking the brake fluid level ....... 6-20
Changing the brake fluid ............... 6-21
Drive chain slack ........................... 6-22
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
cables ........................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals ............... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers .............. 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand ................................... 6-25
Lubricating the rear suspension .... 6-25
Checking the front fork .................. 6-26
Checking the steering ................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ........ 6-27
Battery ........................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ...................... 6-28
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 6-30