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>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Phatman - 10-02-2021
Quote:It'll burn any variety of M/C oil. Just be sure to check the oil level properly (I'd check mine every 2nd tankful used even though mine wasn't a guzzler).
Cheers. Another thing Iâll have to get used to. I know I keep saying this but in 12 years of VFR ownership not once did I have to top up the oil.Â
I had a job trying to find the little window to check the oil with the TDM. You need to hold the bike upright with one hand (no centre stand) whilst shining a torch on the oil level with the other to be able to see properly. I suppose itâs a good thing in a way, you get to spend time with your bike and see other things.Â
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Gdog - 11-02-2021
And when the oils hot, dont try and check it unless the motors been running for at least 10 mins chap or you will get a false level
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Snowbird - 11-02-2021
Yeah oil level checking and topping is a TDM failing, you need to have 3 arms and eyes up your ar5e to do it properly, or a usb endoscope hooked to a smartphone tucked in by the tank.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Studley Ramrod - 11-02-2021
Of course the superior mk1 has a dipstick.
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It'll be less of a fuss once you get an idea of how much oil per miles (MPLO) you're using Phats.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Snowbird - 11-02-2021
The mk2a also has a dipstick, usually found wearing helmet and gloves....
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Gdog - 11-02-2021
See what you did you there , LOL
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Phatman - 11-02-2021
Quote:And when the oils hot, dont try and check it unless the motors been running for at least 10 mins chap or you will get a false levelCHeers for that.
Quote:Of course the superior mk1 has a dipstick.I agree
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It'll be less of a fuss once you get an idea of how much oil per miles (MPLO) you're using Phats.
Quote:The mk2a also has a dipstick, usually found wearing helmet and gloves....Haha
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Phatman - 15-02-2021
Just trying to buy some oil. There is a good 5-liter offer at Halfords for £30. It is a standard 10W40, 4 stroke motorcycle oil but upon entering my bike details it says
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"This product is not suitable for your vehicle".Â
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Surely they've got that wrong?
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Dal - 09-03-2021
Hello all,
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I hope you are all keeping well.
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I have just purchased myself a 2011 TDM900a.
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the bike is a temporary replacement for my 2019 BMW F850GS which I sold in December.
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The TDM will need a little fettling, (front Folk seals, sticky ignition, possible head bearings etc and a general tidy up.
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can anyone recommend a reasonably priced and reliable parts supplier and also any idea where I can get a Service Manual?
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>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Snowbird - 09-03-2021
Welcome Dal
For manuals try JBX's site here. https://www.tdm-yamaha.heliohost.org/
For parts wemoto are pretty good for service.
You'll find plenty of useful advice here.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - dapleb - 09-03-2021
Hello dare and welcome.
Parts supplier may depend on what country ewe are in.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Dal - 09-03-2021
Quote:Welcome DalThank you, Iâll have a look, Iâve already got a few questions, Iâll ask in the appropriate section of the forum.
For manuals try JBX's site here. https://www.tdm-yamaha.heliohost.org/
For parts wemoto are pretty good for service.
You'll find plenty of useful advice here.
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Quote:Hello dare and welcome.
Parts supplier may depend on what country ewe are in.
Iâm down South (Essex)
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Sphere - 09-03-2021
Another vote for Wemoto, having used them a fair bit over the winter, good prices and for me every order arrived next day.
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Yambits are good as well as Sportsbikeshop. Fowlers for genuine Yammy parts.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Studley Ramrod - 09-03-2021
Hi and welcome Dal. You might wanna get Yamaha fork seals and aftermarket dust covers and bushes if needed. Some on here have had problems with aftermarket seals.
Fowlers are the main go to for Yamaha parts, Wemoto and Yambits for aftermarket and some OEM stuff, and GNMoto (France) for used, and some new, parts. Ebay as well of course.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Dal - 09-03-2021
Quote:Hi and welcome Dal. You might wanna get Yamaha fork seals and aftermarket dust covers and bushes if needed. Some on here have had problems with aftermarket seals.
Fowlers are the main go to for Yamaha parts, Wemoto and Yambits for aftermarket and some OEM stuff, and GNMoto (France) for used, and some new, parts. Ebay as well of course.
thank you for the advise, Iâll get some Yamaha sealsÂ
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - dablik - 10-03-2021
Welcome Dal, you might find your temp replacement becomes a bit more permanentÂ
wot they all said up above re parts..>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Dal - 10-03-2021
Quote:Welcome Dal, you might find your temp replacement becomes a bit more permanentÂ
I hope your right about the permanent replacement, it would save me at least £11,000. Although I would probably learn from this one and the buy a lower mileage model
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Gdog - 10-03-2021
Mileage not usually the issue chap itâs all down to how itâs been looked after (or abused !!) by the previous owners, TDMâs love a bit of TCL and will reward with trouble free high mileages.
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - alanfavell - 10-03-2021
Greetings
>>> INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE <<< - Absolut7C - 17-03-2021
Hi Everyone,
My name is Karol, I live near Oxford -UK, but I'm originally from Poland.
I've just treated my self and last night, I've bought a TDM
Yeah after an exactly quarter of a century dreaming about it!
I haven't rode a bike for about 20years since I've crashed my little brother's "chopper" off-roading,( yes very clever, I know) At the time I've smashed my left knee too, still can feel the pain now and then, aspecially when weather changes.
Anyways Hello everyone
I hope I can find some new friends amongst you and ride the British roads together
Cheers