Sport Tourers

1998Yamaha TDM 850

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The 1998 Yamaha TDM 850 is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer that appeals to riders seeking balanced performance and practicality. Powered by an 849cc liquid-cooled twin producing 80 horsepower, it excels as an all-rounder capable of spirited riding and comfortable touring. Known for its agility, reliability, and user-friendly character, the TDM suits both experienced and intermediate riders.

Capacity: 849.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 201.0 kg
Seat height: 795 mm
Power: 80.0 HP

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What’s new for the 1998 Yamaha TDM 850

vs the 1997

Spec	1997	1998
Engine capacity	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.0 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)
Power	80.00 HP	80.0 HP
Torque	82.00 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000	77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Weight	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)	201.0 kg (443.1 pounds)
Cooling	Air	Liquid
Compression	—	9.2:1

Other years 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail30%

Cornering75%

City riding65%

Daily riding72%

Touring68%

Two-up60%

Track40%

Best for: A versatile all-rounder designed for mixed-use riding, from daily commuting to spirited backroad touring.
Built for: Delivers a punchy, grunty parallel-twin feel with upright ergonomics that favor real-world usability over outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability or cutting-edge sportbike performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 795mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1998 Yamaha TDM 850, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 849.0 ccm
Power: 80.0 HP
Torque: 77.0 Nm (7.9 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3980 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 89.5 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 5

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Seat height: 795 mm
Dry weight: 201.0 kg
Fuel capacity: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1991	1994	1996	1998	1999	2001
Capacity	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)	849.00 ccm (51.81 cubic inches)
Dry weight	—	199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)	201.0 kg (443.1 pounds)	201.0 kg (443.1 pounds)	—	198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Seat height	—	795 mm (31.3 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)	800 mm (31.5 inches)	795 mm (31.3 inches)
Fuel capacity	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	—	—	20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)	20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)