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![YAMAHA YZ85 2007 Owners Manual INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-4
3 Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gaso-
line with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a research
octane number of 95 or higher. If
knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand.
If the recommended 2-stroke engine oil
is not available, use an equivalent oil.
CAUTION:
ECA15551
Never mix two brands of 2-stroke en-
gine oil in the same batch. Always
use the same type of oil to ensure
maximum engine performance.
Should it be necessary to use a dif-
ferent oil brand, be sure to drain the
fuel tank and the carburetor float
chamber of the old premixed fuelprior to filling with the new type.Filling the fuel tank
Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
EWA10880
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
ECA10070
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
1. Fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-13
6 3. Remove the air filter element by
removing the wing bolt and wash-
er.
4. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter element frame.5. Clean the sponge material with
solvent, and then squeeze the re-
maining solvent out.
6. Apply oil of the recommended type
to the entire surface of the sponge
material, and then squeeze the ex-
cess oil out.
NOTE:The sponge material should be wet butnot dripping.
7. Pull the sponge material over the
air filter element frame.
8. Insert the air filter element into the
air filter case with the projection
facing upward, and then install the
washer and wing bolt.
1. Wing bolt
2. Washer
3. Sponge material
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
1. Sponge material
2. Projection
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6
EAU22580
Checking the brake fluid level Front brake
Rear brake
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
1. Minimum level mark
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-1
8
Dimensions:Overall length:
YZ85 1818 mm (71.6 in)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(
FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)(
SWE)
YZ85 1821 mm (71.7 in) (ZAF)
YZ85LW 1903 mm (74.9 in)
YZ85LWW 1903 mm (74.9 in)
YZ85W 1818 mm (71.6 in)
YZ85W1 1818 mm (71.6 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height:
YZ85 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85LW 1205 mm (47.4 in)
YZ85LWW 1205 mm (47.4 in)
YZ85W 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85W1 1161 mm (45.7 in)
Seat height:
YZ85 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85LW 904 mm (35.6 in)
YZ85LWW 904 mm (35.6 in)
YZ85W 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85W1 864 mm (34.0 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1255 mm (49.4 in)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(
FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)(
SWE)
YZ85 1258 mm (49.5 in) (ZAF)
YZ85LW 1286 mm (50.6 in)YZ85LWW 1286 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85W 1255 mm (49.4 in)
YZ85W1 1255 mm (49.4 in)
Ground clearance:
YZ85 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85LW 393 mm (15.47 in)
YZ85LWW 393 mm (15.47 in)
YZ85W 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85W1 351 mm (13.82 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:
YZ85 71.0 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73.9 kg (163 lb)
YZ85LWW 73.9 kg (163 lb)
YZ85W 71.0 kg (157 lb)
YZ85W1 71.0 kg (157 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
84.7 cm³ (5.17 cu.in)
Bore × stroke:
47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.87 × 1.88 in)
Compression ratio:
8.20 :1
Starting system:
Kickstarter
Lubrication system:
PremixEngine oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 2-R
Transmission oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 4 (10W30) or SAE10W30 type
SE motor oil
Oil change quantity:
0.50 L (0.53 US qt) (0.44 Imp.qt)Cooling system:Radiator capacity (including all routes):
0.54 L (0.57 US qt) (0.48 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal) (1.10 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Manufacturer:
KEIHIN
Type × quantity:
PWK28 x 1Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/BR10EG
Spark plug gap:
0.5–0.6 mm (0.020–0.024 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction system:
Spur gear
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
275.0 mm (10.83 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
YZ85 282.0 mm (11.10 in)
YZ85LW 287.0 mm (11.30 in)
YZ85LWW 287.0 mm (11.30 in)
YZ85W 282.0 mm (11.10 in)
YZ85W1 282.0 mm (11.10 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
CDI
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