2013 YAMAHA YZ85 steering

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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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
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Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
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Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your vehicle
is an important decision. Genuine
Yamaha accessories, which are avail- able only from a Yamaha dealer, have
been designed, tested, and approved
by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
Many companies with no connection to
Yamaha manufacture parts and acces- sories or offer other modifications for
Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these
aftermarket companies produce.
Therefore, Yamaha can neither en-
dorse nor recommend the use of ac- cessories not sold by Yamaha or
modifications not specifically recom-
mended by Yamaha, even if sold and
installed by a Yamaha dealer.
Aftermarket Parts, Accessories, and
Modifications
While you may find aftermarket prod-
ucts similar in design and quality to
genuine Yamaha accessories, recog-
nize that some aftermarket accessories
or modifications are not suitable be-
cause of potential safety hazards to you
or others. Installing aftermarket prod-
ucts or having other modifications per-
formed to your vehicle that change any
of the vehicle’s design or operation
characteristics can put you and others
at greater risk of serious injury or death.
You are responsible for injuries related
to changes in the vehicle.
Keep the following guidelines in mind,
as well as those provided under “Load-
ing” when mounting accessories.
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Never install accessories that
would impair the performance of
your motorcycle. Carefully inspect
the accessory before using it to
make sure that it does not in anyway reduce ground clearance or
cornering clearance, limit suspen-
sion travel, steering travel or con-
trol operation.
Accessories fitted to the handle- bar or the front fork area can
create instability due to improper
weight distribution. If accesso-
ries are added to the handlebar
or front fork area, they must be
as lightweight as possible and
should be kept to a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may seriously affect the stability of
the motorcycle. Wind may at-
tempt to lift the motorcycle, or
the motorcycle may become un-
stable in cross winds.
Certain accessories can dis- place the operator from his or
her normal riding position. This
improper position limits the free-
dom of movement of the opera-
tor and may limit control ability,
therefore, such accessories are
not recommended.
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Use caution when adding electri-
cal accessories. If electrical acces-
sories exceed the capacity of the
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FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Rear brake Check 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 specified brake fluid to specified level.
Check hydraulic system for leakage. 7-20, 7-20
Clutch Check operation.
Lubricate cable if necessary.
Check lever free play.
Adjust if necessary.
7-18
Throttle grip Make 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, 7-24
Drive chain Check chain slack.
Adjust if necessary.
Check chain condition.
Lubricate if necessary. 7-22, 7-23
Wheels and tires Check 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 pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Correct if necessary.
7-19
Brake pedal Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary. 7-25
Brake and clutch levers Make sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-24
Steering Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 7-27
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid levels.
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*Drive chain roller and
support guide
Replace if necessary. Check for wear or damage.
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25 *Rear suspension Check operation and tighten if necessary.
Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease
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NO.
ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in Every
race Every
third race Every
fifth race As
required
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*Steering head Check operation, free play, and tighten if necessary.
Clean and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
Replace bearings.
27 *Tires and wheels Check 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-
bles Lubricate.
29 *Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
7-27
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EAU23283
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.1. Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 7-27 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoid injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no danger
of it falling over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
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Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-
ber and model label information in the
spaces provided below for assistance
when ordering spare parts from a
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:
MODEL LABEL INFORMATION:
EAU26400
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
stamped into the steering head pipe.
Record this number in the space pro-
vided.TIPThe vehicle identification number is
used to identify your motorcycle and
may be used to register your motorcy-
cle with the licensing authority in your
area.
EAU26460
Model label
The model label is affixed to the loca-
tion shown. Record the information on
this label in the space provided. This in-
formation will be needed when ordering
spare parts from a Yamaha dealer.
1. Vehicle identification number
1. Model label
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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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EAU53771
WARNING
ALWAYS
:
• use proper riding techniques to avoid
vehicle overturns on hills and rough
terrain and in turns.

seriously affect handling and control.
Improper motorcycle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED HELMET AND
PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE
ON PAVED ROADS NEVER CARRY
PASSENGERS
NEVER
operate:


conditions.

another vehicle.

balance and steering and increase risk
of losing control.
LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.\
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN
2012.06-0.3 ×1 CR
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