2013 YAMAHA YZ85 fuel filter

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 ................... 4-12 FOR 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 grip free play ........................................... 7-15
Tires ............................................. 7-15
Spoke wheels .............................. 7-17
Adjusting the clutch lever free play ........................................... 7-18
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 7-19 Checking the shift pedal ............... 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 7-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain .......................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ................................. 7-24
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 7-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers ....... 7-24
Checking and lubricating the brake pedal ......................... 7-25
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 7-25
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-26
Checking the front fork ................. 7-26
Checking the steering .................. 7-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-27
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-27
Front wheel .................................. 7-28
Rear wheel ................................... 7-29
Troubleshooting ........................... 7-31
Troubleshooting charts ................. 7-32
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care ............................................... 8-1
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DESCRIPTION
3-1
3
EAU10410
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)U1SN81E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 12, 2012 3:17 PM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4-5
4
wash with soap and water. If gaso-
line spills on your clothing, change
your clothes.
EAU41360
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.
EAU41280
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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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
7-4
7
NO.ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in Every
race Every
third race Every
fifth race As
required
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√
√
13
*Carburetor Check carburetor settings and for obstructions.
√
Adjust and clean. √
14 Spark plug Check condition.
Clean and regap.
√
Replace. √
15 Drive chain Check chain slack, alignment and condition.
Adjust and thoroughly lubricate chain with Yamaha
chain and cable lube or equivalent. √
√
√
√
√
Replace. √
16 * *
Cooling system Check coolant level and for leakage.
√
√
Check hoses for cracks or damage. √
Check radiator cap spring operation. √
Change coolant. Every 2 years√
17 *Chassis fasteners Check all chassis fitting and fasteners.
Correct or tighten if necessary. √
18 Air filter element Clean.
√
Replace. √
19 *Frame Clean and check for damage. √
20 *Fuel line Clean and check for leakage. √√
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SPECIFICATIONS
9-1
9
Dimensions:Overall length:YZ85 1818 mm (71.6 in)
YZ85D 1818 mm (71.6 in)
YZ85LW 1903 mm (74.9 in)
YZ85LWD 1903 mm (74.9 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height: YZ85 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85D 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85LW 1205 mm (47.4 in)
YZ85LWD 1205 mm (47.4 in)
Seat height: YZ85 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85D 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85LW 904 mm (35.6 in)
YZ85LWD 904 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1255 mm (49.4 in)
YZ85D 1255 mm (49.4 in)
YZ85LW 1286 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85LWD 1286 mm (50.6 in)
Ground clearance: YZ85 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85D 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85LW 393 mm (15.47 in)
YZ85LWD 393 mm (15.47 in)Weight:Curb weight:
YZ85 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85D 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73 kg (161 lb)
YZ85LWD 73 kg (161 lb)
Engine:Engine type:Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 84 cm³
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 2RTransmission oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40) or SAE 10W-40
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: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 ratio:
3.611 (65/18)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: YZ85 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85D 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85LW 3.714 (52/14)
YZ85LWD 3.714 (52/14)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st:2.454 (27/11)
2nd: 1.882 (32/17)
3rd:
1.529 (26/17)
4th: 1.294 (22/17)
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning..................... 7-12BBrake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ..................... 7-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-22
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-20
Brake lever .............................................. 4-2
Brake lever free play, checking ............. 7-19
Brake pedal ............................................. 4-2
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ..................... 7-25CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-24
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-14
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch lever ............................................. 4-1
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............ 7-18
Coolant.................................................. 7-10DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-23
Drive chain slack ................................... 7-22EEngine break-in ....................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed............................... 7-14
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-1
Engine stop button .................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-20
Front fork, adjusting ................................ 4-7
Front fork, bleeding ................................. 4-9
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-26
Fuel ......................................................... 4-3
Fuel cock................................................. 4-5 Fuel tank breather hose.......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap .......................................... 4-3
HHandlebar switch .................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers .......................... 10-1KKickstarter............................................... 4-6LLabels, location....................................... 1-1MMatte color, caution ................................ 8-1
Model label ........................................... 10-1PParking ................................................... 6-4
Part locations .......................................... 3-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .................................... 7-2RRear suspension, lubricating ................ 7-25SSafety information................................... 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-7
Shifting.................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal............................................... 4-1
Shift pedal, checking ............................ 7-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 4-9
Sidestand.............................................. 4-12
Spark plug, checking .............................. 7-8
Specifications ......................................... 9-1
Starter (choke) knob ............................... 4-6
Starting and warming up a cold engine ........................................ 6-1
Steering, checking ................................ 7-27 Storage.................................................... 8-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-27
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-26
TThrottle grip and cable,
checking and lubricating ..................... 7-24
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ............ 7-15
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Transmission oil ...................................... 7-9
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-31
Troubleshooting charts.......................... 7-32VVehicle identification number ................ 10-1WWheel bearings, checking ..................... 7-27
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-28
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-29
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
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