2004 YAMAHA YZ85 light

ILLUSTRATED SYMBOLS
(Refer to the illustration)
Illustrated symbols 1 to 7 are designed as
thumb tabs to indicate the chapter’s number
and content.
1General information
2Specifications
3Regular inspection and adjustments
4Engine
5Chassis
6Electrical
7Tuning
Illustrated symbols 8 to D are used to identify
the specifications appearing in the text.
8With engine mounted
9Special tool
0Filling fluid
ALubricant
BTightening
CSpecified value, Service limit
DResistance (
Ω), Voltage (V), Electric current (A)
Illustrated symbols E to I in the exploded
diagrams indicate grade of lubricant and loca-
tion of lubrication point.
EApply transmission oil
FApply engine oil
GApply molybdenum disulfide oil
HApply lightweight lithium-soap base grease
IApply molybdenum disulfide grease
Illustrated symbols J to K in the exploded
diagrams indicate where to apply a locking
agent and where to install new parts.
JApply locking agent (LOCTITE®)
KUse new one 12
34
56
78
90
AB
CD
EFG
HI
JK
GEN
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DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1Clutch lever
2Engine stop switch
3Front brake lever
4Throttle grip
5Fuel tank cap
6Radiator cap
7Kickstarter crank
8Fuel tank
9Coolant drain bolt
0Rear brake pedal
ARadiator
BValve joint
CFuel cock
DAir filter
EDrive chain
FShift pedal
GStarter knob
HFront forkNOTE:

The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.

Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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5PA10010
5PAR0001

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INFO
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
EC132000
ALL REPLACEMENT PARTS
1. We recommend to use Yamaha genuine
parts for all replacements. Use oil and/or
grease recommended by Yamaha for
assembly and adjustment.
EC133000
GASKETS, OIL SEALS AND O-RINGS
1. All gaskets, oil seals, and O-rings should
be replaced when an engine is overhauled.
All gasket surfaces, oil seal lips, and O-
rings must be cleaned.
2. Properly oil all mating parts and bearings
during reassembly. Apply grease to the oil
seal lips.
EC134000
LOCK WASHERS/PLATES AND COTTER
PINS
1. All lock washers/plates 1 and cotter pins
must be replaced when they are removed.
Lock tab(s) should be bent along the bolt or
nut flat(s) after the bolt or nut has been
properly tightened.
5PA10120
EC135001
BEARINGS AND OIL SEALS
1. Install the bearing(s) 1 and oil seal(s) 2
with their manufacturer’s marks or numbers
facing outward. (In other words, the
stamped letters must be on the side
exposed to view.) When installing oil
seal(s), apply a light coating of light-weight
lithium base grease to the seal lip(s). Oil
the bearings liberally when installing.
CAUTION:
Do not use compressed air to spin the
bearings dry. This causes damage to the
bearing surfaces.
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INFO
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EC150000
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
ENGINE STOP SWITCH
The engine stop switch 1 is located on the left
handlebar. Continue pushing the engine stop
switch till the engine comes to a stop.
5PA10420
EC152000
CLUTCH LEVER
The clutch lever 1 is located on the left han-
dlebar; it disengages or engages the clutch.
Pull the clutch lever to the handlebar to disen-
gage the clutch, and release the lever to
engage the clutch. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth starts.
5PA10430
EC153000
SHIFT PEDAL
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh 6 speed
transmission are ideally spaced. The gears
can be shifted by using the shift pedal 1 on
the left side of the engine.
5PA10440
KICKSTARTER CRANK
Rotate the kickstarter crank 1 away from the
engine. Push the starter down lightly with your
foot until the gears engage, then kick smoothly
and forcefully to start the engine. This model
has a primary kickstarter crank so the engine
can be started in any gear if the clutch is disen-
gaged. In normal practices, however, shift to
neutral before starting.
5PA10450
EC155001
THROTTLE GRIP
The throttle grip 1 is located on the right han-
dlebar; it accelerates or decelerates the
engine. For acceleration, turn the grip toward
you; for deceleration, turn it away from you.
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INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
CAUTION:
Before starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous;
they can cause loss of consciousness and
death in a very short time. Always operate
the machine in a well-ventilated area.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
1. Shift the transmission into neutral.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON” and full open the
starter knob (CHOKE).
3. With the throttle completely closed start the
engine by kicking the kickstarter crank
forcefully with firm stroke.
4. Run the engine at idle or slightly higher
until it warms up: this usually takes about
one or two minutes.
5. The engine is warmed up when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter knob
(CHOKE) turned off.
CAUTION:
Do not warm up the engine for extended
periods.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Do not operate the starter knob (CHOKE).
Open the throttle slightly and start the engine
by kicking the kickstarter crank forcefully with
firm stroke.
CAUTION:
Observe the following break-in procedures
during initial operation to ensure optimum
performance and avoid engine damage.

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INFO
CLEANING AND STORAGE
EC1B2001
STORAGE
If your machine is to be stored for 60 days or
more, some preventive measures must be
taken to avoid deterioration. After cleaning the
machine thoroughly, prepare it for storage as
follows:
1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel lines, and the car-
buretor float bowl.
2. Remove the spark plug, pour a tablespoon
of SAE 10W-30 motor oil in the spark plug
hole, and reinstall the plug. With the engine
stop switch pushed in, kick the engine over
several times to coat the cylinder walls with
oil.
3. Remove the drive chain, clean it thoroughly
with solvent, and lubricate it. Reinstall the
chain or store it in a plastic bag tied to the
frame.
4. Lubricate all control cables.
5. Block the frame up to raise the wheels off
the ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe out-
let to prevent moisture from entering.
7. If the machine is to be stored in a humid or
salt-air environment, coat all exposed
metal surfaces with a film of light oil. Do not
apply oil to rubber parts or the seat cover.
NOTE:
Make any necessary repairs before the
machine is stored.

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SPEC
1Sub-wire harness
2CDI unit
3Ignition coil
4Clutch cable
5Cable guide
6Transmission oil breather hose
7CDI unit band
8Clamp
9Brake hose
0Brake hose holder
AHose guide
BReservoir hose
CReservoir tank
DBrake master cylinderÈPass the transmission oil breather hose through
the hose guide.
ÉClamp the sub-wire harness at the tape on it
within the arrow mark.
ÊPass the sub-wire harness on the left of the CDI
unit.
ËPass the reservoir hose between the brake hose
and swingarm bracket.
ÌPass the reservoir hose through the hose guides.
ÍInstall the brake hose so that its pipe portion
directs as shown and lightly touches the projec-
tion on the brake master cylinder.
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM

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ADJ
PILOT AIR SCREW ADJUSTMENT
1. Adjust:

Pilot air screw 1
Adjustment steps:
NOTE:
To optimize the fuel flow at a smaller throttle
opening, each machine’s pilot air screw has
been individually set at the factory. Before
adjusting the pilot air screw, turn it in fully and
count the number of turns. Record this num-
ber as the factory-set number of turns out.

Turn in the pilot air screw until it is lightly
seated.

Turn out the pilot air screw by the speci-
fied number of turns.
Pilot air screw:
2 turns out (example)
5PA30230
ENGINE IDLING SPEED ADJUSTMENT
1. Start the engine and thoroughly warm it up.
2. Adjust:

Engine idling speed
Adjustment steps:

Turn the throttle stop screw 1 until the
engine runs at the lowest possible speed.
To increase idle speed → Turn the throt-
tle stop screw 1 in a.
To decrease idle speed → Turn the throt-
tle stop screw 1 out b.
5PA30240
EXHAUST PIPE INSPECTION
1. Inspect:

O-ring 1
Damage → Replace.
NOTE:
Install the O-rings with their depressed a fac-
ing inward.
5PA30250
PILOT AIR SCREW ADJUSTMENT/ENGINE IDLING
SPEED ADJUSTMENT/EXHAUST PIPE INSPECTION