
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 .......................................4-2
Brake lever ......................................4-2
Brake pedal .....................................4-3
Fuel tank cap ...................................4-3
Fuel ..................................................4-3
Fuel tank breather hose...................4-5
Fuel cock .........................................4-6
Starter (choke) knob ........................4-6
Kickstarter .......................................4-7
Seat .................................................4-7
Adjusting the front fork ....................4-8
Front fork bleeding ..........................4-9
Adjusting the shock absorber assembly ....................................4-10
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
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3
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Left view
12789
345 6
1. Radiator cap (page 7-10)
2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3)
3. Fuel cock (page 4-6)
4. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 4-10)
5. Air filter element (page 7-12)
6. Seat (page 4-7)
7. Shift pedal (page 4-2)
8. Throttle stop screw (page 7-14)
9. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-6)U1SN83E0.book Page 1 Monday, September 8, 2014 2:36 PM

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Fuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
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 run-
ning.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) kno
bStarting 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).
1. Arrow mark positioned over “OFF”
1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON”
1. Starter (choke) knob
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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
√
√
√
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
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Dimensions:Overall length:YZ85 1821 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85F 1821 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85LW 1899 mm (74.8 in)
YZ85LWF 1899 mm (74.8 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height: YZ85 1126 mm (44.3 in)
YZ85F 1126 mm (44.3 in)
YZ85LW 1156 mm (45.5 in)
YZ85LWF 1156 mm (45.5 in)
Seat height: YZ85 841 mm (33.1 in)
YZ85F 841 mm (33.1 in)
YZ85LW 873 mm (34.4 in)
YZ85LWF 873 mm (34.4 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1257 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85F 1257 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85LW 1285 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85LWF 1285 mm (50.6 in)
Ground clearance: YZ85 330 mm (12.99 in)
YZ85F 330 mm (12.99 in)
YZ85LW 360 mm (14.17 in)
YZ85LWF 360 mm (14.17 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
YZ85 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85F 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73 kg (161 lb)
YZ85LWF 73 kg (161 lb)
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 85 cm³
Bore × stroke:
47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.87 × 1.88 in)
Compression ratio:
8.1 : 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)Coolant quantity:Radiator (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)
YZ85F 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85LW 3.714 (52/14)
YZ85LWF 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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INDEX
AAir 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 ............................................ 4-3
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 serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm.......................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-20
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 4-8
Front fork, bleeding ................................ 4-9
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-26
Fuel ......................................................... 4-3 Fuel cock................................................ 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap.......................................... 4-3
HHandlebar switch ................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers ......................... 10-1KKickstarter .............................................. 4-7LLabels, 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 .............................................. 4-2
Shift pedal, checking ........................... 7-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 4-10
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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