2010 YAMAHA YZ85 fuel

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS ............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 2-1
DESCRIPTION .................................. 3-1
Left view .......................................... 3-1
Right view ........................................ 3-2
Controls and instruments ................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS....................................... 4-1
Handlebar switch ............................ 4-1
Clutch lever .................................... 4-1
Shift pedal ......................................4-1
Brake lever ..................................... 4-2
Brake pedal .................................... 4-2
Fuel tank cap .................................. 4-3
Fuel ................................................ 4-3
Fuel tank breather hose ................. 4-5
Fuel cock ........................................ 4-5
Starter (choke) knob ....................... 4-6
Kickstarter ......................................4-6
Seat ................................................ 4-7
Adjusting the front fork ................... 4-7
Front fork bleeding ......................... 4-9
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ..................................... 4-9
Removable sidestand ................... 4-12FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................ 6-1
Starting and warming up a cold
engine ......................................... 6-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-2
Checking the spark plug ................ 7-8
Transmission oil ............................. 7-9
Coolant ........................................ 7-10
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 7-12
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-14
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 7-14
Tires ............................................. 7-15
Spoke wheels .............................. 7-17
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 7-17
Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 7-18Checking the shift pedal ............... 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 7-19
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-21
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-21
Cleaning and lubricating the drive
chain ......................................... 7-22
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ....... 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the brake pedal ......................... 7-24
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-24
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-25
Checking the front fork ................. 7-25
Checking the steering .................. 7-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-26
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-26
Front wheel .................................. 7-27
Rear wheel ................................... 7-28
Troubleshooting ........................... 7-29
Troubleshooting charts ................. 7-31
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE.......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care ............................................... 8-1
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DESCRIPTION
3-1
3
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Left view1. Radiator cap (page 7-10)
2. Fuel cock (page 4-5)
3. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 4-9)
4. Air filter element (page 7-12)
5. Seat (page 4-7)
6. Shift pedal (page 4-1)
7. Throttle stop screw (page 7-14)
8. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-6)
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DESCRIPTION
3-3
3
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Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 4-1)
2. Engine stop button (page 4-1)
3. Brake lever (page 4-2)
4. Throttle grip (page 7-14)
5. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-3
4
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it
counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap, insert it into
the tank opening, and then turn it clock-
wise.
WARNING
EWA11091
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly closed after filling fuel.
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.
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Fuel This motorcycle has been designed to
use a premixed fuel of gasoline and 2-
stroke engine oil. Always mix the gaso-
line and oil in a clean container before
filling the fuel tank.NOTICE
ECA15601
Always use fresh gasoline, and fill
the fuel tank with a fresh mix just be-
fore riding. Do not use premixed fuel
that is more than a few hours old.Mixing gasoline and 2-stroke engine
oil
Pour 2-stroke engine oil into a clean
container, and then add gasoline. To
mix the fuel thoroughly, shake the con-
tainer from side to side.
NOTICE
ECA15590
Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the piston rings as well as to
the exhaust system.
1. Fuel tank cap
1. 2-stroke engine oil
2. Gasoline
3. ContainerRecommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Recommended 2-stroke engine oil:
See page 9-1.
Fuel tank capacity:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal, 1.10 Imp.gal)
Mixing ratios (gasoline to oil):
Break-in period: 15:1
After break-in: 30:1
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-4
4 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.
NOTICE
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 fuel
prior to filling with the new type.
Filling the fuel tank
Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in
the tank.
WARNING
EWA10881
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are
extremely flammable. To avoid fires
and explosions and to reduce the
risk of injury when refueling, follow
these instructions.1. Before refueling, turn off the en-
gine and be sure that no one is sit-
ting on the vehicle. Never refuel
while smoking, or while in the vi-
cinity of sparks, open flames, orother sources of ignition such as
the pilot lights of water heaters and
clothes dryers.
2. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop
filling when the fuel reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Because
fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the
fuel tank.
3. Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi-
ately. NOTICE: Immediately wipe
off spilled fuel with a clean, dry,
soft cloth, since fuel may deteri-
orate painted surfaces or plastic
parts.
[ECA10071]
4. Be sure to securely close the fuel
tank cap.
WARNING
EWA15151
Gasoline is poisonous and can
cause injury or death. Handle gaso-
line with care. Never siphon gaso-
line by mouth. If you should swallow
some gasoline or inhale a lot of gas-
oline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immedi-
ately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
1. Maximum fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
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4-5
4wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
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Fuel tank breather hose Before operating the motorcycle:

Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.


Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.


Make sure that the end of the fuel
tank breather hose is not blocked,
and clean it if necessary.
TIPIf the fuel tank breather hose falls out,
reinstall it on the fuel tank cap with the
arrow mark on the one-way valve point-
ed downward as shown.
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Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it al-
so.
The fuel cock has two positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to this
position when the engine is not running.
1. Fuel tank breather hose
2. One-way valve
1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
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4-6
4 ON
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
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Starter (choke) knob Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the knob in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
EAU13650
Kickstarter To start the engine, fold out the kick-
starter lever, move it down lightly with
your foot until the gears engage, and
then push it down smoothly but force-
fully. This model is equipped with a pri-
mary kickstarter, allowing the engine to
be started in any gear if the clutch is
disengaged. However, shifting the
transmission into the neutral position
before starting is recommended.
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Starter (choke) knob
1. Kickstarter lever
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4-7
4
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Seat To remove the seat
Remove the bolts, and then pull the
seat off.
To install the seat
1. Fit the slot in the seat onto the pro-
jection on the fuel tank, and insert
the projection on the seat into the
seat holder as shown.2. Place the seat in the original posi-
tion, and then tighten the bolts.
TIPMake sure that the seat is properly se-
cured before riding.
EAU41471
Adjusting the front fork
WARNING
EWA10180
Always adjust both fork legs equal-
ly, otherwise poor handling and loss
of stability may result.This front fork is equipped with rebound
damping force adjusting screws and
compression damping force adjusting
screws.NOTICE
ECA10101
To avoid damaging the mechanism,
do not attempt to turn beyond the
maximum or minimum settings.Rebound damping force
1. Bolt
1. Slot
2. Projection
3. Seat holder
12
2
3
1. Rebound damping force adjusting screw
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