2012Yamaha TDM 900

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The 2012 Yamaha TDM 900 is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer powered by a 897cc parallel-twin engine producing 85 horsepower and strong mid-range torque. Built for riders seeking a comfortable yet capable machine for both daily commuting and weekend adventures, it excels at combining agility with practical ergonomics. Known for its reliability and balanced performance, the TDM 900 remains a favorite among touring enthusiasts and all-around riders.

Capacity: 897.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 199.0 kg
Seat height: 825 mm
Power: 85.0 HP (62.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha TDM 900

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front brakes	Double disc	Double disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.

Other years 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail30%

Cornering75%

City riding65%

Daily riding78%

Touring80%

Two-up70%

Track40%

Best for: Built as a versatile do-it-all machine, equally happy commuting, carving backroads, or loading up for a multi-day tour.
Built for: A grounded, torque-rich parallel-twin allrounder with a Deltabox frame that rewards confident, relaxed cornering over outright aggression.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders chasing track-day lap times or serious off-road capability, as its road-biased tyres and modest ground clearance limit rough terrain use.

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 825mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 Yamaha TDM 900, 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) @ 7500 RPM
Torque: 88.8 Nm (9.1 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4271 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: 6-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: 199.0 kg
Wet weight: 223.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Oil capacity: 4.70 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium Deltabox, Diamond Shaped
Front suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Swingarm (link suspension)
Front wheel travel: 150 mm
Rear wheel travel: 133 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 114 mm

Brakes & wheels

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

Other

Color options: Midnight black

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2002	2005	2008	2010	2012	2013
Capacity	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc	897 cc
Dry weight	190 kg	190 kg	192 kg	196 kg	199 kg	199 kg
Seat height	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm	825 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	—	20 L	20 L	20 L	20 L