Yamaha TDM 850 Twin - [1993] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha TDM 850 Twin - [1993]

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Yamaha TDM 850 Twin - [1993]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha TDM 850 Twin
  • Year: 1993 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 849 cc (51.8 ci) 22 Valve
  • Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 219 kgs (482 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 199 kgs (438 lbs)
  • Power: 77 bhp (57 kW) @ 7500 rpm
  • Torque: 55.5 lb-ft (75.3 Nm) @ 6000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 351.5 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 253.8 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 10.5 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 10.8 secs
  • Top Speed: 130 mph (209.2 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.24 secs @ 112 mph
  • Frame: Unknown
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Yamaha TDM 850 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha TDM 850 Twin is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1993. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1994 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin and the 1993 Suzuki RGV 250 SP.This particular Yamaha TDM 850 has a 849cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020] image

An alternative V4 engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged - [2020]

The 1993 TDM 850 shares its V4 engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged and the 2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 1000 SX-SE Supercharged. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the TDM 850's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2005 Kawasaki Z 750 S | 2005cc.1995 Suzuki RF 600 R | 1995cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 219 kgs (482 lbs) this makes the Yamaha TDM 850 Twin in the same weight category as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC, give or take 50kg.

Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025] image

The 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 849cc 22 valve V4 2 cylinder engine produces 77 bhp (57 kW) @ 7500 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [73.4 bhp (54 kW) @ 8750 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 55.5 lb-ft (75.3 Nm) @ 6000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha TDM 850 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki GSX 1250 FA - [2010] image

The 2010 Suzuki GSX 1250 FA has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 Twin.

The 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 Twin has a Power to weight ratio of 351.5 bhp per ton and 253.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1993 TDM 850 competing with the 2010 Suzuki GSX 1250 FA [375.4 bhp\ton] and the 2011 Suzuki GSX 1250 FA [375.4 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha TDM 850 generating around 253.8 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1992 Norton F2 Rotary [278.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 2003 Suzuki GSX-R 600 SRAD [278.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 10.5 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 10.8 secs, this makes the Yamaha TDM 850 Twin similar in acceleration to the 2021 Honda CB 1100 RS Final Edition (10.5 secs) and the 2017 Honda CB 1100 RS (10.5 secs). This Yamaha TDM 850 Twin also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit - [1995] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 Twin and the 1995 Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit

When talking about the performance of the 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 Twin on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.6 secs @ 112 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1995 Suzuki GSF 1200 N Bandit (11.6 secs) and the 2008 Yamaha YZF-600 R6 Special Edition (11.6 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1993 version of the Yamaha TDM 850 Twin has a maximum speed of 130mph.

Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four - [1996] image

Top Speed of the 1993 TDM 850 equals the 1996 Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1993 Yamaha TDM 850 Twin then how about a 1996 Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four (141 mph) and the 1995 Honda CB 1000 T2 Super Four (141 mph).

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