Sport Tourers

2008Yamaha TDM 900A

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The 2008 Yamaha TDM900/A is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer designed for riders seeking engaging performance with practical everyday usability. Its 897cc liquid-cooled twin engine delivers strong mid-range torque ideal for both spirited riding and highway cruising. Known for its balanced handling, comfortable ergonomics, and European-market appeal, the TDM900 excels as an all-around machine for experienced riders valuing agility over raw power.

Capacity: 897.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Seat height: 825 mm
Power: 85.0 HP (62.5 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha TDM 900A

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Torque	88.8 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.5 ft.lbs)	88.8 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.5 ft.lbs) @ 9100 RPM
Wet weight	—	225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)
Gearbox	6-speed	5-speed

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail25%

Cornering78%

City riding68%

Daily riding78%

Touring76%

Two-up65%

Track40%

Best for: Built as a versatile allround machine for mixed daily riding, commuting, and relaxed sport-touring rather than outright speed or racetrack use.
Built for: The parallel-twin delivers strong midrange torque and a characterful, slightly gruff feel that rewards smooth, relaxed riding over revving hard.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking track-day lap times, off-road capability, or long-distance touring with heavy luggage and a passenger.

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

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 825mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2008 Yamaha TDM 900A, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 897.0 ccm
Power: 85.0 HP (62.5 kW)
Torque: 88.8 Nm (9.1 kgf-m) @ 9100 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4427 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 92.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 10.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCI
Valves per cylinder: 5
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiple-disc coil spring

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1485 mm
Overall length: 2180 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1290 mm
Seat height: 825 mm
Dry weight: 192.0 kg
Wet weight: 225.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Oil capacity: 4.70 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium, diamond shaped
Front suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Swingarm (link suspension)
Front wheel travel: 130 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Trail: 114 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 245 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR18
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

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	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010
Capacity	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc
Dry weight	190 kg	192 kg	192 kg	192 kg	192 kg
Seat height	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L