Motorcycle Maintenance and Oil Information for 1996 Yamaha TDM 850
Servicing the 1996 Yamaha TDM 850 starts with the motorcycle’s oil specification rather than a generic product recommendation. Check the model-specific guidance for choosing the lubricant and completing the refill correctly.
What type of engine oil does a 1996 Yamaha TDM 850 need?
For this motorcycle, the catalog shows 10W-40 among its engine-oil grades. The matching product listing includes 10W-40 Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil. Check the owner’s manual for any additional oil requirements beyond the listed viscosity.
What kind of oil filter does a 1996 Yamaha TDM 850 take?
The oil-filter part numbers listed for this vehicle include 24935-EA.

