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 ........... 7-28
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
EAU10411
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)U1SN82E0.book Page 1 Friday, June 7, 2013 3:51 PM
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7-4
7
NO.ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in Every
race Every
third race Every
fifth race As
required
√
√
√
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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7-12
7
until it reaches the bottom of the
radiator filler neck, and then install
the radiator cap.
9. Start the engine, and then check the vehicle for coolant leakage. If
coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha
dealer check the cooling system.
EAU48392
Cleanin g the air filter elementThe air filter element should be cleaned
or replaced at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. Clean or, if necessary, re-
place the air filter element more
frequently if you are riding in unusually
wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the seat. (See page 4-7.)
2. Remove the air filter case cover as shown. 3. Remove the air filter element by
removing the wing bolt and its
washer.
4. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame.1. Air filter case cover
1. Wing bolt
2. Washer
3. Air filter element
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7-13
75. 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 excess oil out.
TIPThe sponge material should be wet but
not dripping.7. Pull the sponge material over theair filter element frame.
8. Apply all-purpose grease to the air filter element seat.
9. Insert the air filter element into the air filter case with the projection
facing upward, and then install the
wing bolt and its washer.
NOTICE: Make sure that the air
filter element is properly seate din the air filter case. The en
gine
shoul d never b e operated with-
out the air filter element in-
stalle d, otherwise the piston(s)
an d/or cylin der(s) may become
excessively worn.
[ECA10482]
NOTICE: Be sure to install the
washer with its curve d si de fac-
in g outwar d as shown.
[ECA16692]
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
1
2
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil1. Air filter element seat
1
1. Air filter element
2. Projection
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7-14
7
10. Install the air filter case cover in
the original position as shown.
11. Install the seat.
EAU42111
A djustin g the car buretorThe carburetor is an important part of
the engine and requires very sophisti-
cated adjustment. Therefore, most
carburetor adjustments should be left
to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec-
essary professional knowledge and ex-
perience. The adjustment described in
the following section, however, may be
serviced by the owner as part of rou-
tine maintenance.NOTICE
ECA10551
The car buretor has b een set and ex-
tensively teste d at the Yamaha fac-
tory. Chan gin g these settin gs
without sufficient technical knowl-
e dge may result in poor perfor-
mance of or damag e to the en gine.
EAU44391
A djustin g the en gine i dlin g
spee dThe engine idling speed must be ad-
justed when necessary.
1. Start the engine and thoroughly warm it up.
2. Turn the throttle stop screw until the engine runs at the lowest pos-
sible speed.
3. To increase the engine idling speed, turn the throttle stop screw
in direction (a). To decrease the
engine idling speed, turn the throt-
tle stop screw in direction (b).
1. Washer
1
1. Throttle stop screw
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SPECIFICATIONS
9-1
9
Dimensions:Overall length:YZ85 1822 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85E 1822 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85LW 1900 mm (74.8 in)
YZ85LWE 1900 mm (74.8 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height: YZ85 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85E 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85LW 1205 mm (47.4 in)
YZ85LWE 1205 mm (47.4 in)
Seat height: YZ85 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85E 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85LW 904 mm (35.6 in)
YZ85LWE 904 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1258 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85E 1258 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85LW 1286 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85LWE 1286 mm (50.6 in)
Ground clearance: YZ85 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85E 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85LW 393 mm (15.47 in)
YZ85LWE 393 mm (15.47 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
YZ85 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85E 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73 kg (161 lb)
YZ85LWE 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)Coolin g 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)
Car buretor:Type × quantity:
PWK28 x 1Spark plu g(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)
YZ85E 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85LW 3.714 (52/14)
YZ85LWE 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 ...................7-28
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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