Yamaha TDM850 User manual

4TX-28199-E4
OWNER’S MANUAL
TDM850

EAU00001 INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Yamaha world of motorcycling!
As the owner of a TDM850, you are benefiting from Yamaha’s vast experience in and
newest technology for the design and the 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 your
TDM850’s advantages. 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 others from trouble and injury.
In addition, the many tips given in this manual will help to keep your motorcycle in
the best possible condition. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to con-
tact 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 motorcycle.
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 there is any
question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
EW000002
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
© 1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, September 1999
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 EAU00021
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 your motorcycle’s value and operating
condition. 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. Though 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!
Give safety the right of way
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DESCRIPTION
2
Left view.............................................................................................2-1
Right view...........................................................................................2-2
Controls/Instruments..........................................................................2-3
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2-1
2
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DESCRIPTION
Left view
1.Coolant reservoir tank (page 6-10)
2.Helmet holder (page 3-13)
3.Seat lock (page 3-12)
4.Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting nut (for fine adjustment) (page 3-15)
5.Rear shock absorber damping force
adjusting knob (page 3-16)
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DESCRIPTION
2-2
2
Right view
6.Luggage strap holders (page 3-17)
7.Rear shock absorber spring preload adjusting lever
(for coarse adjustment) (page 3-15)
8.Fuses (page 6-29)
9.Engine oil level check window (page 6-8)
10.Front fork spring preload adjusting bolt (page 3-14)
11.Front fork damping force adjusting screw (page 3-14)
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DESCRIPTION
2-3
2
Controls/Instruments
12.Clutch lever (page 3-8)
13.Handlebar switches (page 3-6)
14.Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-7)
15.Speedometer (page 3-3)
16.Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
17.Tachometer (page 3-4)
18.Fuel gauge (page 3-5)
19.Throttle grip (page 6-16)
20.Front brake lever (page 3-9)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock......................................3-1
Indicator lights ......................................................3-2
Speedometer........................................................3-3
Tachometer...........................................................3-4
Diagnosis device...................................................3-5
Antitheft alarm (optional) ......................................3-5
Fuel gauge............................................................3-5
Handlebar switches ..............................................3-6
Starter (choke) “ ”..............................................3-7
Clutch lever...........................................................3-8
Shift pedal.............................................................3-8
Front brake lever...................................................3-9
Rear brake pedal.................................................. 3-9
Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-10
Fuel.................................................................... 3-11
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only)...... 3-12
Seat.................................................................... 3-12
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-13
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-13
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-14
Rear shock absorber adjustment....................... 3-15
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-17
Sidestand........................................................... 3-17
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-17
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3
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lock
The main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
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WARNING
@
Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore 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 in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “ ”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights EAU00058
Turn indicator lights “ ” / “ ”
The corresponding indicator flashes
when the turn switch is moved to the
left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Coolant temperature indicator light
“”
This indicator light comes on when the
engine overheats. If the light comes on,
stop the engine immediately and allow
the engine to cool. To check that the in-
dicator light is working properly:
●Turn the engine stop switch to
“ ” and the main switch to “ON”.
●Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever.
●Push the start switch.
If the indicator light does not come on
while pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical
circuit. EC000002
CAUTION:
@
When the engine is overheated, do
not continue riding.
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1. Left turn indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral indicator light “ ”
3. High beam indicator light “ ”
4. Coolant temperature indicator light “ ”
5. Right turn indicator light “ ”
6. Fuel indicator light “ ”
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Fuel indicator light “ ”
When the fuel level drops below ap-
proximately 3,1 L, this light will come
on. When this light comes on, fill the
tank at the first opportunity.
To check that the indicator light is work-
ing properly:
●Turn the engine stop switch to
“ ” and the main switch to “ON”.
●Put the transmission in neutral or
apply the clutch lever.
●Push the start switch.
If the indicator light does not come on
while pushing the start switch, have a
Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical
circuit.
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Speedometer
This speedometer is equipped with:
●an odometer
●two trip odometers
●a clock
Odometer and trip meter modes
Use the trip meters to estimate how far
you can ride on a tank of fuel.
When set to “ODO”, the motorcycle’s
total mileage is indicated.
When set to “TRIP 1” or “TRIP 2”, the
motorcycle’s mileage since the trip
meter was last reset is indicated. Use
the trip meter to estimate how far you
can ride on a tank of fuel. This informa-
tion will enable you to plan fuel stops in
the future.
1. “SELECT” button
2. “RESET” button
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
Selecting a mode
Push the “SELECT” button to change
between the odometer mode “ODO”
and the trip odometer modes “TRIP 1”,
“TRIP 2” and “CLOCK” in the following
order:
“ODO” →“TRIP 1” →“TRIP 2” →
“CLOCK” →“ODO”
Resetting a trip meter
To reset a trip odometer to 0.0, select it
by pushing the “SELECT” button and
push the “RESET” button for at least
one second.
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.
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:
@
After setting the clock, be sure to push
the “SELECT” button before turning the
main switch to “OFF”, otherwise the
clock will not be set.
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Tachometer
This model is equipped with an electric
tachometer so the rider can monitor the
engine speed and keep it within the
ideal power range. EC000003
CAUTION:
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Do not operate in the red zone.
Red zone: 8,000 r/min and above
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1. Tachometer
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Diagnosis device
This model is equipped with a diagno-
sis device for the Throttle Position Sen-
sor (T.P.S.) circuit.
If some trouble should occur in the cir-
cuit, the tachometer will repeatedly dis-
play as follows:
CB-61E
If the tachometer displays as described
above, take your motorcycle to a
Yamaha dealer for repair. EC000004
CAUTION:
@
To prevent engine damage, be sure
to consult a Yamaha dealer as soon
as possible if the tachometer dis-
plays a repeated change in r/min.
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Antitheft alarm (optional)
An antitheft alarm can be equipped to
this motorcycle. Consult your Yamaha
dealer to obtain and install the alarm.
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Fuel gauge
This model is equipped with an electric
fuel gauge so the rider can monitor the
fuel level in the fuel tank. When the
needle indicates “E” (Empty), about
3.1 L remain in the fuel tank.
0 r/min for
3 seconds. 3,000 r/min
for 2.5 sec-
onds.
Current en-
gine r/min for
3 seconds.
1. Fuel gauge
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3
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Handlebar switches EAU00120
Pass switch “PASS”
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
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Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “ ” for the high
beam and to “ ” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch
To signal a right-hand turn, push the
switch to “ ”. To signal a left-hand
turn, push the switch to “ ”. Once the
switch is released it will return to the
center position. To cancel the signal,
push the switch in after it has returned
to the center position.
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Horn switch “ ”
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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Hazard switch “ ”
The hazard switch should be turned on
under emergency or hazardous condi-
tions. All turn signal lights will flash si-
multaneously when this switch is
turned on with the main switch in the
“ON” or “ ” position. EC000006
CAUTION:
@
The battery can discharge from ex-
tended use, making it difficult to op-
erate the starter.
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NOTE:
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Turn on the hazard switch to warn oth-
er drivers if your motorcycle must be
stopped where it might be a traffic haz-
ard.
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1. Pass switch “PASS”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “ ”
5. Hazard switch “ ”
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