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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
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GEN
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.
5PA10130
5PA10140
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SPEC
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
EC200000
SPECIFICATIONS
EC211000
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model name: YZ85 YZ85LW
YZ85S (USA)
YZ85LC (EUROPE)
YZ85(S)
(CDN, AUS, NZ, ZA)YZ85LW (EUROPE)
YZ85LWS (AUS, NZ)
Model code number: YZ85 YZ85LW
5PA7
(USA, CDN, EUROPE,
NZ, ZA)
5PA8
(AUS)5SH7
(EUROPE, NZ)
5SH8
(AUS)
Dimensions: YZ85 YZ85LW
Overall length 1,821 mm (71.7 in) 1,903 mm (74.9 in)
(USA, S, NZ, ZA)
1,818 mm (71.6 in)
(F, D, I, GB, E, CDN,
AUS)
Overall width 758 mm (28.9 in)←
Overall height 1,161 mm (45.7 in) 1,205 mm (47.4 in)
Seat height 864 mm (34.0 in) 904 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase 1,258 mm (49.5 in) 1,286 mm (50.6 in)
(USA, S, NZ, ZA)
1,255 mm (49.4 in)
(F, D, I, GB, E, CDN,
AUS)
Minimum ground clearance 351 mm (13.8 in) 393 mm (15.5 in)
Basic weight: YZ85 YZ85LW
With oil and full fuel tank 71 kg (156.5 lb) 73.9 kg (162.9 lb)
Engine:
Engine type Liquid cooled 2-stroke, gasoline
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder, forward inclined
Displacement 84.7 cm
3 (2.98 Imp oz, 2.86 US oz)
Bore × stroke 47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.870 × 1.882 in)
Compression ratio 8.2 : 1
Starting system Kickstarter
Lubrication system: Premix (30 : 1) (Yamalube 2-R)
Oil type or grade (2-cycle):
Transmission oil Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SE
motor oil
Periodic oil change 0.50 L (0.44 Imp qt, 0.52 US qt)
Total amount 0.55 L (0.48 Imp qt, 0.58 US qt)
Coolant capacity (including all routes): 0.54 L (0.48 Imp qt, 0.57 US qt)
Air filter: Wet type element
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SPEC
EC220001
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
This chart specifies torque for standard fasten-
ers with standard I.S.O. pitch threads. Torque
specifications for special components or
assemblies are included in the applicable sec-
tions of this book. To avoid warpage, tighten
multi-fastener assemblies in a crisscross fash-
ion, in progressive stages, until full torque is
reached. Unless otherwise specified, torque
specifications call for clean, dry threads. Com-
ponents should be at room temperature.
A: Distance between flats
B: Outside thread diameter
EC230000
DEFINITION OF UNITS
A
(Nut)B
(Bolt)TORQUE
SPECIFICATION
Nm mkg ftlb
10 mm
12 mm
14 mm
17 mm
19 mm
22 mm6 mm
8 mm
10 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm6
15
30
55
85
1300.6
1.5
3.0
5.5
8.5
134.3
11
22
40
61
94
5PA20050
Unit Read Definition Measure
mm
cmmillimeter
centimeter10
-3 meter
10-2 meterLength
Length
kg kilogram 10
3 gram Weight
N Newton 1 kg
× m/sec
2 Force
Nm
m kgNewton meter
Meter kilogramN
× m
m
× kgTorque
Torque
Pa Pascal N/m
2Pressure
N/mm Newton per millimeter N/mm Spring rate
L
cm
3 Liter
Cubic centimeter—
—Volume or capacity
Volume or capacity
r/min Revolution per minute—Engine speed
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS/
DEFINITION OF UNITS
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INSP
ADJ
LUBRICATION
LUBRICATION
To ensure smooth operation of all compo-
nents, lubricate your machine during setup,
after break-in, and after every race.
1All control cable
2Clutch lever pivot
3Shift pedal pivot
4Footrest pivot
5Throttle-to-handlebar contact
6Drive chain
7Tube guide cable winding portion
8Throttle cable end
9Clutch cable endÈUse Yamaha cable lube or equivalent on these
areas.
ÉUse SAE 10W-30 motor oil or suitable chain
lubricants.
ÊLubricate the following areas with high quality,
lightweight lithium-soap base grease.
CAUTION:
Wipe off any excess grease, and avoid get-
ting grease on the brake discs.
AAA
AAB
CC
5PA307705PA307805PA30790
5PA308005PA308105PA30820
5PA308005PA30840
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EC72A001
Setting of spring after replacement
As the front fork setting can be easily affected
by rear suspension, take care so that the
machine front and rear are balanced (in posi-
tion, etc.) when setting the front fork.
1. Use of soft spring
Generally a soft spring gives a soft riding
feeling. Rebound damping tends to
become stronger and the front fork may
sink deeply over a series of gaps.
To set a soft spring:
Change the rebound damping.
Turn out one or two clicks.
Change the compression damping.
Turn in one or two clicks.
2. Use of stiff spring
Generally a stiff spring gives a stiff riding
feeling. Rebound damping tends to
become weaker, resulting in lack of a
sense of contact with the road surface or in
a vibrating handlebar.
To set a stiff spring:
Change the rebound damping.
Turn in one or two clicks.
Change the compression damping.
Turn out one or two clicks.
ÈCoverage of spring by weight
ÉRider weight
1Soft
2Standard
3Stiff
5PA70140
SETTING
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Setting of spring after replacement
After replacement, be sure to adjust the spring
to the set length [sunken length 75 ~ 85 mm
(3.0 ~ 3.3 in)] and set it.
1. Use of soft spring
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Setting of spring after replacement
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Setting of spring after replacement
After replacement, be sure to adjust the spring
to the set length [sunken length 75 ~ 85 mm
(3.0 ~ 3.3 in)] and set it.
1. Use of soft spring
Set the soft spring for less rebound damp-
ing to compensate for its less spring load.
Run with the rebound damping adjuster
one or two clicks on the softer side and
readjust it to suit your preference.
2. Use of stiff spring
Set the soft spring for more rebound damp-
ing to compensate for its greater spring
load. Run with the rebound damping
adjuster one or two clicks on the stiffer side
and readjust it to suit your preference.
*Adjusting the rebound damping will be fol-
lowed more or less by a change in the com-
pression damping. For correction, turn the
compression damping adjuster on the
softer side.
CAUTION:
When using a rear shock absorber other
than currently installed, use the one whose
overall length a does not exceed the stan-
dard as it may result in faulty performance.
Never use one whose overall length is
greater than standard.
ÈCoverage of spring by weight
ÉRider weight
1Soft
2Standard
3Stiff
Length a of standard shock:
403.5 mm (15.89 in)
5PA70190
5PA70140
SETTING