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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.6-20, 6-21
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.
Check for loose spokes and tighten if necessary.6-15, 6-17
Shift pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.6-23
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-23
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 6-25
Front fork and rear shock ab-
sorber assemblyCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. 3-7, 3-8, 3-9, 6-24
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Moving parts and cablesCheck that the control cables move smoothly.
Check that the control cables are not caught when the handlebars are turned or
when the front forks travel up and down.
Lubricate moving parts and cables if necessary.6-22, 6-23, 6-24, 6-24
Exhaust systemCheck that the exhaust pipe is tightly mounted and has no cracks.
Check for leakage.—
Ignition systemCheck that all leads and cables are properly connected. 6-8 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-6
6
EAU42010
NOTE:
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
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√ 24*Drive chain roller and
support guideReplace if necessary. Check for wear or damage.
√
25*Rear suspensionCheck operation and tighten if necessary.
Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide grease.
NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-inEvery
raceEvery
third raceEvery
fifth raceAs
required
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√ 26*Steering headCheck operation, free play, and tighten if necessary.
Clean and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
Replace bearings.
27*Tires and wheelsCheck tire air pressure, wheel runout, spokes for
looseness, and tires for wear.
Tighten sprocket bolts if necessary.
Check wheel bearings for looseness.
Lubricate wheel bearings with lithium-soap-based
grease.
Replace wheel bearings.
28*Moving parts and ca-
blesLubricate.
29*Throttle grip housing
and cableCheck operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-15
6 2. To increase the throttle cable free
play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the throttle
cable free play, turn the adjusting
nut in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
EAU41820
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
WARNING
EWA14380
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
weight of the rider, the riding
speed, and the riding condi-tions.Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride.
CAUTION:
ECA15580
Be sure the bead stoppers are
tightened. Loose bead stoppers
will cause the tire to slip off the
rim if tire pressure is too low.
Be sure the valve stem is posi-
tioned straight. A tilted valve
stem indicates that the tire has
slipped from its original posi-
tion on the rim. Rotate the tire
so that the valve stem is posi-tioned straight.
1. Locknut
2. Throttle cable free play adjusting nut
Standard tire air pressure:
Front:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-3
7
EAU41511
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
dry place and, if necessary, protect it
against dust with a porous cover.CAUTION:
ECA10810
Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.
To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
2. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.3. Drain the fuel tank and fuel lines,
and the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up.
4. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap.
WARNING
EWA10950
To prevent damage or injury from
sparking, make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while turningthe engine over.
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.NOTE:Make any necessary repairs beforestoring the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Primary reduction ratio:
65/18 (3.611)
Secondary reduction system:
Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio:
YZ85 47/14 (3.357) (ZAF)
YZ85 48/14 (3.428)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(
FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)(
SWE)
YZ85LW 52/14 (3.714)
YZ85LWW 52/14 (3.714)
YZ85W 47/14 (3.357)
YZ85W1 48/14 (3.428)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
27/11 (2.454)
2nd:
32/17 (1.882)
3rd:
26/17 (1.529)
4th:
22/17 (1.294)
5th:
26/23 (1.130)
6th:
25/25 (1.000)Chassis:Frame type:
Semi double cradleCaster angle:
YZ85 26.30 °
YZ85LW 26.90 °
YZ85LWW 26.90 °
YZ85W 26.30 °
YZ85W1 26.30 °
Trail:
YZ85 88.0 mm (3.46 in)
YZ85LW 105.5 mm (4.15 in)
YZ85LWW 105.5 mm (4.15 in)
YZ85W 88.0 mm (3.46 in)
YZ85W1 88.0 mm (3.46 in)
Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
YZ85 70/100-17 40M
YZ85LW 70/100-19 42M
YZ85LWW 70/100-19 42M
YZ85W 70/100-17 40M
YZ85W1 70/100-17 40M
Manufacturer/model:
YZ85 DUNLOP/D739FA (ZAF)
YZ85 DUNLOP/D756F
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(
FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)(
SWE)
YZ85LW DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85LWW DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85W DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85W1 DUNLOP/D756FRear tire:Type:
With tubeSize:
YZ85 90/100-14 49M
YZ85LW 90/100-16 52M
YZ85LWW 90/100-16 52M
YZ85W 90/100-14 49M
YZ85W1 90/100-14 49M
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D756
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
YZ85 17x1.40
YZ85LW 19x1.40
YZ85LWW 19x1.40
YZ85W 17x1.40
YZ85W1 17x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
YZ85 14x1.60
YZ85LW 16x1.85
YZ85LWW 16x1.85
YZ85W 14x1.60
YZ85W1 14x1.60
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