2008
Yamaha TDM900A - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 130968 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | TDM900A |
| Year | 2008 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Aluminium, diamond shaped |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic forks |
| Fronttyre | 120/70-ZR18 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swingarm (link suspension) |
| Reartyre | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 92.0 x 67.5 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, multiple-disc coil spring |
| Compression | 10.4:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 897.00 ccm (54.73 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Dry sump |
| Power | 85.02 HP (62.1 kW)) @ 12000 RPM |
| Torque | 88.80 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.5 ft.lbs) @ 9100 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,290 mm (50.8 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.4428 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.