Sport Tourers
2009Yamaha TDM 900A
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The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A is a versatile middleweight sport-tourer designed for riders seeking balanced performance and everyday practicality. Its 897cc parallel-twin engine delivers smooth power and torque, making it equally suited to spirited road riding and commuting. Known for reliability and user-friendly handling, the TDM 900A appeals to experienced riders wanting an unpretentious, capable all-rounder.
- Capacity
- 897.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 192.0 kg
- Seat height
- 825 mm
- Power
- 85.0 HP (62.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm (link suspension) | Swingarm |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile allround machine that handles commuting, spirited backroad riding, and light touring equally well.
- Built for
- The big-bore parallel twin delivers strong, usable midrange torque with a characterful engine note, favoring real-world grunt over outright top-end speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking off-road capability or those wanting razor-sharp track-focused 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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- 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
- 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
- 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
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 133 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
Other
- Color options
- Blue, black, silver
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 |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha TDM 900A?
The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A has a Capacity of 897.0 ccm (54.74 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha TDM 900A have?
The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A has a Power of 85.0 HP (62.5 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha TDM 900A have?
The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha TDM 900A?
The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A has a Torque of 88.8 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.5 ft.lbs) @ 9100 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha TDM 900A weigh?
The 2009 Yamaha TDM 900A has a Dry weight of 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds).
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