Yamaha TDM850 1996 User Manual

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STEERING HEAD INSPECTION/
FRONT FORK INSPECTION
INSP
ADJ
NOTE:
108 Nm (10.8 mkg)
23 Nm (2.3 mkg)
23 Nm (2.3 mkg)
7 Nm (0.7 mkg)
7 Nm (0.7 mkg)
WARNING
 Check the steering head by turning it lock to
lock. If it binds, remove the steering stem as-
sembly and inspect the steering bearings.
Refer to “STEERING HEAD” in CHAPTER 7.
 Install the rubber washer
3.
 Install the ring nut (upper)
2.
 Finger tighten the ring nut (upper)
2 , then
align the slots of both ring nuts. If necessary,
hold the ring nut (lower) and tighten the ring nut
(upper) until their slots are aligned.
 Install the special washer
1.
Make sure the special washer tabs sit correctly in
the slots.
8. Install:
 Upper bracket
 Handle crown nut
 Upper bracket pinch bolts
 Handlebar
 Handlebar holder (upper) bolts (with plugs)
 Cable guide
 Starter cable holder
FRONT FORK INSPECTION
Securely support the motorcycle so there is
no danger of it falling over.
1. Place the motorcycle on a level place.

Yamaha TDM850 1996 Specifications

General

Displacement	849 cc
Bore x Stroke	89.5 mm x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Fuel System	Carburetor
Transmission	5-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Brakes	Dual disc
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Rear Tire	150/70-17
Fuel Capacity	20 liters
Seat Height	825 mm
Width	800 mm
Engine Type	4-stroke, parallel-twin
Ignition	Digital