Yamaha TDM850 User manual

PRINTED IN JAPAN
2000 ·9-0.4 ×1CR
(E)
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
4TX-28199-E5
OWNER’S MANUAL
TDM850

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EAU03338 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a TDM850, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience and
newest technology regarding the design and manufacture of high-quality products,
which have earned Yamaha a reputation for dependability.
Please take the time to read this manual thoroughly, so as to enjoy all advantages of
your TDM850. The owner’s manual does not only instruct you in how to operate,
inspect and maintain your motorcycle, but also in how to safeguard yourself and oth-
ers from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help keep your motorcycle in the
best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact
your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha team wishes you many safe and pleasant rides. So, remember to put
safety first!
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motor-
cycle.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
motorcycle.
NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
NOTE:
@ ●This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
●Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have
any questions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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WARNING
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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TDM850
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2000 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, August 2000
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY 1
2 DESCRIPTION 2
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 4
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS 5
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 6
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE 7
8 SPECIFICATIONS 8
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION 9
INDEX
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
1
GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY ................................................1-1
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GIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best motorcycle
does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving value and operating condition of your
motorcycle. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good performance
depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and alcohol is, of
course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders—more than car drivers—must always be at their mental
and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of alcohol, there is a tendency to take
dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting helmet.
Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Although full-coverage
helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcyclists will
always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too fast and are apt to
take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motorcyclist rides safely,
predictably and defensively—avoiding all dangers, including those caused by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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DESCRIPTION
2
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls and instruments...................................................................2-3
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2-1
2
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
1.Coolant reservoir (page 6-12)
2.Helmet holder (page 3-11)
3.Seat lock (page 3-11)
4.Shock absorber assembly spring preload
adjusting nut (fine adjustment) (page 3-15)
5.Shock absorber assembly damping force
adjusting dial (page 3-16)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
Right view
6.Luggage strap holders (page 3-17)
7.Shock absorber assembly spring preload
adjusting lever (coarse adjustment) (page 3-15)
8.Fuses (page 6-35)
9.Engine oil level check window (page 6-9)
10.Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-13)
11.Front fork damping force adjusting screw (page 3-14)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls and instruments
1.Clutch lever (page 3-7)
2.Left handlebar switches (page 3-5)
3.Starter (choke) lever (page 3-10)
4.Speedometer unit (page 3-3)
5.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
6.Tachometer (page 3-4)
7.Fuel gauge (page 3-5)
8.Right handlebar switches (page 3-6)
9.Throttle grip (page 6-19)
10.Brake lever (page 3-7)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock .....................................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ................................3-2
Speedometer unit ................................................3-3
Tachometer ..........................................................3-4
Self-diagnosis device ..........................................3-4
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ....................................3-5
Fuel gauge ...........................................................3-5
Handlebar switches .............................................3-5
Clutch lever ..........................................................3-7
Shift pedal ............................................................3-7
Brake lever ..........................................................3-7
Brake pedal ..........................................................3-8
Fuel tank cap .......................................................3-9
Fuel ..................................................................... 3-9
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ..... 3-10
Starter (choke) lever .......................................... 3-10
Seat ................................................................... 3-11
Helmet holder .................................................... 3-11
Storage compartment ....................................... 3-12
Adjusting the front fork ...................................... 3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ............ 3-15
Luggage strap holders ...................................... 3-17
Sidestand .......................................................... 3-17
Ignition circuit cut-off system ............................. 3-18
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3
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch/steering lock controls
the ignition and lighting systems, and is
used to lock the steering. The various
positions are described below.
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ON
All electrical systems are supplied with
power, and the engine can be started.
The key cannot be removed.
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OFF
All electrical systems are off. The key
can be removed.
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LOCK
The steering is locked, and all electrical
systems are off. The key can be re-
moved.
To lock the steering
1. Turn the handlebars all the way to
the left.
2. Push the key in from the “OFF” po-
sition, and then turn it to “LOCK”
while still pushing it.
3. Remove the key.
To unlock the steering
Push the key in, and then turn it to
“OFF” while still pushing it.
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WARNING
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Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” while the motorcycle is
moving, otherwise the electrical
systems will be switched off, which
may result in loss of control or an
accident. Make sure that the motor-
cycle is stopped before turning the
key to “OFF” or “LOCK”.
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1. Push.
2. Turn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
3
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(Parking)
The steering is locked, and the taillight
and auxiliary light are on, but all other
electrical systems are off. The key can
be removed.
The steering must be locked before the
key can be turned to “ ”. ECA00043
CAUTION:
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Do not use the parking position for
an extended length of time, other-
wise the battery may discharge.
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Indicator and warning lights
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Turn signal indicator lights
“”/“”
The corresponding indicator light flash-
es when the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
transmission is in the neutral position.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator light comes on when the
high beam of the headlight is switched
on.
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Coolant temperature warning light
“”
This warning light comes on when the
engine overheats. When this occurs,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position or pull the clutch lever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on while
pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit. EC000002
CAUTION:
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Do not operate the engine if it is
overheated.
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1. Left turn signal indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature warning light “ ”
5. Right turn signal indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel level warning light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Fuel level warning light “ ”
This warning light comes on when the
fuel level drops below approximately
3.1 L. When this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.
The electrical circuit of the warning light
can be checked according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Set the engine stop switch to “ ”
and turn the key to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tralposition orpull theclutchlever.
3. Push the start switch. If the warn-
ing light does not come on, have a
Yamaha dealer check the electri-
cal circuit.
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Speedometer unit
The speedometer unit is equipped with
the following:
●a speedometer (which shows the
riding speed)
●an odometer (which shows the to-
tal distance traveled)
●two tripmeters (which show the
distance traveled since they were
last set to zero)
●a clock
Odometer and tripmeter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches
the display between the odometer
mode “ODO” and the tripmeter modes
“TRIP 1”, “TRIP 2” and “CLOCK” in the
following order:
ODO→TRIP 1→TRIP 2→CLOCK→
ODO
To reset a tripmeter, select it by push-
ing the “SELECT” button, and then
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second. The tripmeters can be
used to estimate the distance that can
be traveled with a full tank of fuel. This
information will enable you to plan fu-
ture fuel stops.
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.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/tripmeter/clock
3. “SELECT” button
4. “RESET” button
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3
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:
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After setting the clock, be sure to push
the “SELECT” button before turning the
key to “OFF”, otherwise the clock will
not be set.
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Tachometer
The electric tachometer allows the rider
to monitor the engine speed and keep it
within the ideal power range. EC000003
CAUTION:
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Do not operate the engine in the ta-
chometer red zone.
Red zone: 8,000 r/min and above
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Self-diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a self-di-
agnosis device for the throttle position
sensor circuit.
If the throttle position sensor circuit is
defective, the tachometer will repeat-
edly display the following error code:
CB-10E
If the tachometer displays such an er-
ror code, have a Yamaha dealer check
the motorcycle. EC000004
CAUTION:
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When the tachometer displays an
error code, the motorcycle should
be checked as soon as possible in
order to avoid engine damage.
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1. Tachometer
2. Tachometer red zone
0 r/min for
3 seconds 3,000 r/min
for 2.5 sec-
onds
Currentengine
speed for
3 seconds
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3
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Anti-theft alarm (optional)
This motorcycle can be equipped with
an optional anti-theft alarm by a
Yamaha dealer. Contact a Yamaha
dealer for more information.
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Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
“E”, approximately 3.1 L of fuel remain
in the fuel tank. If this occurs, refuel as
soon as possible.
NOTE:
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Do not allow the fuel tank to empty it-
self completely.
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Handlebar switches
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Pass switch “PASS”
Press this switch to flash the headlight.
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Dimmer switch
Set this switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
1. Fuel gauge 1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Hazard switch “ ”
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