Yamaha TDM 900
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 2008 Yamaha TDM 900 | |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Yamaha Corporation |
| Production | 2002–2011 |
| Predecessor | TDM 850 |
| Successor | Yamaha Tracer 900 |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | 897 cc (54.7 cu in) Forward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 5-valves |
| Bore / stroke | 92 mm × 67.5 mm (3.62 in × 2.66 in) |
| Compression ratio | 10.4 : 1 |
| Top speed | 139 mph (224 km/h)[1] |
| Power | 64 kW (86 hp)[1] |
| Torque | 81 N⋅m (60 lb⋅ft)[1] |
| Ignition type | TCI |
| Transmission | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
| Frame type | Aluminium Deltabox, Diamond |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear:Swingarm, (link suspension), Monoshock |
| Brakes | Front: Hydraulic dual disc, 298 mm (11.7 in). Rear: Hydraulic single disc, 245 mm (9.6 in) |
| Tires | Front: 120/70 ZR18M/C (59W). Rear: 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W) |
| Rake, trail | 25 degrees / 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,485 mm (58.5 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,180 mm (86 in) W: 800 mm (31 in) H: 1,290 mm (51 in) |
| Seat height | 825 mm (32.5 in) |
| Weight | 223 kg (491 lb) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L (4.4 imp gal; 5.3 US gal) |
| Oil capacity | 4,690 ml (4.96 US qt) |
The Yamaha TDM 900 is a twin-cylinder engine sport touring motorcycle produced by Yamaha Motor Company between 2002 and 2011. It represents the third and final generation of the TDM series.
Design and Engineering
The TDM series originated in the early 1990s with the launch of the TDM 850 in 1992. The concept behind the model was to create a motorcycle suitable for varying road conditions, particularly narrow, uneven roads common in mountainous regions. The TDM 850 gained a following in European markets, particularly in France, where riders had already begun modifying dual-sport motorcycles for road use.[2]
In 1996, Yamaha introduced significant updates to the TDM 850, including a revised engine, chassis modifications, and updated styling. These changes contributed to its increased popularity, especially in markets like Italy.
By 2002, the model was redesigned and relaunched as the TDM 900. Yamaha aimed to retain the core functionality of the previous model while updating the design and performance to meet a wide range of changing road surface conditions, from winding mountain roads to cobblestone-paved town streets.[3] According to Yamaha's product planning team, the intention was to maintain the TDM’s original use case while improving overall capability and longevity.
The TDM 900 featured a new frame, engine enhancements, and updated electronics compared to its predecessor. The development team focused on preserving the characteristics that had defined the TDM series—versatility and road handling—while integrating technological improvements made over the prior decade.
The design goal for the TDM 900 emphasized long-distance touring and performance on winding or uneven roads, particularly those found in alpine or mountainous regions. Though the overall concept remained consistent with earlier models, the TDM 900 was developed as a completely new motorcycle in terms of engineering and construction.
