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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-3
1 For Canada
AVERTISSEMENT
LIRE LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE AINSI QUE TOUTES LES
ETIQUETTES AVANT D’UTILISER CE VEHICULE.
NE JAMAIS TRANSPORTER DE PASSAGER. La conduite avecpassager augmente les risques de perte de contrôle.
NE JAMAIS ROULER SUR DES CHEMINS PUBLICS.Vous pourriez entrer en collision avec un autre véhicule
.
TOUJOURS PORTER UN CASQUE DE MOTOCYCLISTEAPPROUVE, des lunettes et des vêtements de protection.EXCLUSIVEMENT POUR L’USAGE D’UN CONDUCTEUR
EXPERIMENTE.
5PA-2118K-10
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.FRONT
REAR: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-A0
TIRE INFORMATION
La pression des pneus à froid doit normalement
être réglée comme suit.
AVANTARRIERE
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-B0
INFORMATION SUR LES PNEUS
CMVSSCANADANSVAC
TRANSPORT
506
8
10 7
9
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1-6
1Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text.
**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
Read the Owner’s manual.
This unit contains high-pressure
nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause
an explosion. Do not incinerate,
puncture or open.
Turn off the main switch after
riding to avoid draining the
battery.Use unleaded gasoline only.
Measure the tire pressure when
the tires are cold.
Adjust the tire pressure.
Improper tire pressure can
cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in
severe injury or death.
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1-8
1For Oceania and South Africa
4AA-22259-40
WARNING
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ
THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS.
NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase
your risk of losing control if you carry a passenger.NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC
ROADS. You can collide with another vehicle if
you operate this vehicle on a public road.ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE
HELMET, eye protection, and protective clothing.
EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
5PA-2118K-00
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.FRONT
REAR: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm
2}, 15psi
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-A0
TIRE INFORMATION
2 1
3
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-2
5
Rear brakeCheck operation.
If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
Check brake pads for wear.
Replace if necessary.
Check fluid level in reservoir.
If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage.7-19, 7-20
ClutchCheck operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.7-17
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check throttle grip free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cable
and grip housing.7-15, 7-23
Drive chainCheck chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary.7-21, 7-23
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.7-15, 7-17
Shift pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.7-19
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.7-24
Brake and clutch leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.7-24
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 7-26 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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7-6
7
EAU42011
TIP
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid levels.
√ √√
√ 24*Drive chain roller and
support guideReplace if necessary. Check for wear or damage.
√
25*Rear suspensionCheck operation and tighten if necessary.
Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease
.
NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-inEvery
raceEvery
third raceEvery
fifth raceAs
required
√
√
√
√ √ √
√ √√ √
√
√
√
√
√ 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 gripCheck operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
7-15
7
EAU48432
Adjusting the throttle grip free
play The throttle grip free play should mea-
sure 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) at the
inner edge of the throttle grip. Periodi-
cally check the throttle grip free play
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.TIPThe engine idling speed must be cor-
rectly adjusted before checking and ad-
justing the throttle grip free play.1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut.3. To increase the throttle grip free
play, turn the adjusting nut in direc-
tion (a). To decrease the throttle
grip free play, turn the adjusting
nut in direction (b).
4. Tighten the locknut and then slide
the rubber cover to its original po-
sition.
EAU41821
Tires To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, 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
EWA14381
Operation of this vehicle with im-
proper tire pressure may cause se-
vere injury or death from loss of
control.
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.
1. Throttle grip free play
1. Locknut
2. Throttle grip free play adjusting nut
3. Rubber cover
2
3
(a)
(b)
1
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7-16
7Tire inspection
The tires must be checked before each
ride.
NOTICE
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.
If the center tread depth reaches the
specified limit, if the tire has a nail or
glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall is
cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
Tire information
This motorcycle is equipped with spoke
wheels and tube tires.
WARNING
EWA10461
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Standard tire air pressure:
Fr o nt :
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)
Rear:
100 kPa (1.00 kgf/cm², 15 psi)1. Tire sidewall
2. Tire tread depth
12
Minimum tire tread depth (front and
rear):
4.0 mm (0.16 in)
Front tire:
Size:
YZ85 70/100-17 40M
YZ85A 70/100-17 40M
YZ85LW 70/100-19 42M
YZ85LWA 70/100-19 42M
Manufacturer/model:
YZ85 DUNLOP/D739FA (ZAF)
YZ85 DUNLOP/D756F
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)
(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)(NOR)(POL)
(PRT)(SVN)(SWE)
YZ85A DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85LW DUNLOP/D739FA (ZAF)
YZ85LW DUNLOP/D756F
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)
(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)
(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)(NOR)(POL)
(PRT)(SVN)(SWE)
YZ85LWA DUNLOP/D756F
Rear tire:
Size:
YZ85 90/100-14 49M
YZ85A 90/100-14 49M
YZ85LW 90/100-16 52M
YZ85LWA 90/100-16 52M
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D756
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8-4
82. 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! Toprevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10951]
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
brake pedal.
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.TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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