2016 YAMAHA YZ85 recommended oil

Instrument and control functions
4-4
4
EAU41835
Fuel
This motorcycle has been designed to
use a premixed fuel of gasoline and 2-
stroke engine oil. Always mix the gaso-
line and oil in a clean container before
filling the fuel tank.
NOTICE
ECA15602
Always use fresh g asoline, and fill
the fuel tank with a fresh mix just be-
fore ri din g. Do not use premixe d fuel
that is more than a few hours ol d.
Mixin g g asoline an d 2-stroke en gine
oil
Pour 2-stroke engine oil into a clean
container, and then add gasoline. To
mix the fuel thoroughly, shake the con-
tainer from side to side.
NOTICE
ECA15591
Use only unlea ded g asoline. The use
of lead ed g asoline will cause severe
d amag e to internal en gine parts,
such as the piston rin gs as well as to
the exhaust system.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use premium unleaded gas-
oline with a pump octane number
[(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a research
octane number of 95 or higher. If
knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand.
If the recommended 2-stroke engine
oil is not available, use an equivalent
oil.
NOTICE
ECA15552
Never mix two b rands of 2-stroke
en gine oil in the same b atch. Always
use the same type of oil to ensure
maximum en gine performance.
Shoul d it b e necessary to use a dif-
ferent oil bran d, b e sure to drain the
fuel tank an d the car buretor float
cham ber of the ol d premixe d fuel
prior to fillin g with the new type.
Fillin g the fuel tank1. 2-stroke engine oil
2. Gasoline
3. Container
Recommen ded fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Recommen ded 2-stroke en gine oil:
See page 9-1.
Fuel tank capacity:
5.0 L (1.3 US gal, 1.1 Imp.gal)
Mixin g ratios ( gasoline to oil):
Break-in period: 15:1
After break-in: 30:1
1. Maximum fuel level
2. Fuel tank filler tube
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
5-1
5
EAU63440
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-
ating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and
schedules described in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
EWA11152
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility
of an acci dent or equipment d amage. Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d
any prob lem. If a pro blem cannot be corrected b y the proce dures provi ded
in this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha d ealer.
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKSPAGE
Fuel • Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Always use a fresh mixture of gasoline and oil.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
• Check fuel tank breather hose for obstructions, cracks
or damage, and check hose connection. 4-4, 4-6
Tr a n s m i s s i o n o i l • Check for leakage. 7-7
Coolant • Check coolant level.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified
level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 7-8
Front 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. 7-19,
7-20
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. 7-19,
7-20
Clutch • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary. 7-17
Throttle g rip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, adjust throttle grip free play. 7-13,
7-24
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-8
7
6. Refill with the specified amount of
the recommended transmission
oil, and then install and tighten the
oil filler cap.
NOTICE
ECA10453
In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the transmission oil
also lu bricates the clutch), do
not mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
hi gher quality than specifie d. In
a ddition, do not use oils la bele d
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the transmission.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
EAU20071
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAUM1296To check the coolant level1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
The coolant level must be
checked on a cold engine since
the level varies with engine tem-
perature.
 Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
2. Remove the radiator cap and
check the coolant level in the radi-
ator. WARNING! Never attempt
to remove the ra diator cap
when the en gine is hot.
[EWA10382]
Recommen ded transmission oil:
See page 9-1.
Oil chan ge quantity:
0.51 L (0.54 US qt, 0.45 Imp.qt)
1. Radiator cap
1
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
7-11
7 4. Remove the sponge material from
the air filter element frame.
5. 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.
TIP
The 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 d
in 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. Wing bolt
2. Washer
3. Air filter element
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
1
2
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
1. Air filter element seat
1
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Specifications
9-1
9
Dimensions:
Overall length:1821 mm (71.7 in) (YZ85, YZ85G)
1899 mm (74.8 in) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Overall width: 758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height:
1126 mm (44.3 in) (YZ85, YZ85G)
1156 mm (45.5 in) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Seat height:
841 mm (33.1 in) (YZ85, YZ85G)
873 mm (34.4 in) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Wheelbase:
1257 mm (49.5 in) (YZ85, YZ85G)
1285 mm (50.6 in) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Ground clearance: 330 mm (12.99 in) (YZ85, YZ85G)
360 mm (14.17 in) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Wei ght:
Curb weight:
71 kg (157 lb) (YZ85, YZ85G)
73 kg (161 lb) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Engine:
Combustion cycle:
2-stroke
Cooling system: Liquid cooled
Number of cylinders:
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: Premix lubrication
Engine oil:
Engine oil:
YAMALUBE 2R
Recommended brand: YAMALUBE
Transmission oil:
Type:Motor oil SAE 10W-30 type SE or higher or
Gear oil SAE 85W GL-3
Quantity: 0.51 L (0.54 US qt, 0.45 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 element
Fuel:
Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity: 5.0 L (1.3 US gal, 1.1 Imp.gal)
Car buretor:
Type × quantity:
PWK28 × 1
Spark 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-disc
Drivetrain:
Primary reduction ratio:
3.611 (65/18)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: 3.357 (47/14) (YZ85G_CAN)
3.429 (48/14) (YZ85, YZ85G_AUS/NZL)
3.714 (52/14) (YZ85LW, YZ85LWG)
Transmission type: Constant mesh 6-speed
Gear ratio: 1st:2.455 (27/11)
2nd: 1.882 (32/17)
3rd:
1.529 (26/17)
4th: 1.294 (22/17)
5th: 1.130 (26/23)
6th:
1.000 (25/25)
Chassis:
Frame type: Semi double cradle
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