2022 YAMAHA YZ85 clutch

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5. Install the drain bolt and its new
gasket, and then tighten the bolt
to the specified torque.
6. Refill with the specified amount of the recommended transmission
oil.
NOTICE
ECA10453
In or der to prevent clutch slip-
pa ge (since the transmission oil
also lu bricates the clutch), d o
not mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a d iesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
hi gher quality than specifie d. In
a ddition, do not use oils la beled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
hi gher.
 Make sure that no forei gn mate-
rial enters the transmission.7. Check the O-ring for damage, and replace it if necessary.
8. Install and tighten the transmis- sion oil filler cap and its O-ring.
9. 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
CoolantThe 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.
EAUM1296
To check the coolant level1. Place the vehicle on a level sur- face 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]
1. Transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
3. Transmission oil drain bolt
4. GasketTi ghtenin g torque:
Transmission oil drain bolt: 10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.4 lb·ft)
12
4
3
Recommen ded transmission oil:
Motor oil SAE 10W-40 type SG or
higher
Oil chan ge quantity:
0.50 L (0.53 US qt, 0.44 Imp.qt)
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EAU48322
Spoke wheels
WARNING
EWA10611
The wheels on this mo del are not
d esi gne d for use with tu beless tires.
Do not attempt to use tub eless tires
on this mo del.To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
 The wheel rims should be
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage and the
spokes for looseness or damage
before each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the wheel. Do not attempt
even the smallest repair to the
wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
 The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
EAU65775
Adjustin g the clutch lever free
playMeasure the clutch lever free play as
shown.
Periodically check the clutch lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it.
To increase the clutch lever free play,
turn the clutch lever free play adjuster
in direction (a). To decrease the clutch
lever free play, turn the adjuster in di-
rection (b).
TIPIf the specified clutch lever free play
cannot be obtained as described
above, proceed as follows.1. Fully turn the adjuster in direction
(a) to loosen the clutch cable.
2. Slide the rubber cover and clutch lever free play adjuster back fur-
ther down the clutch cable, and
then loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (b).
1. Clutch lever free play
2. Clutch lever free play adjuster
Clutch lever free play:7.0–12.0 mm (0.28–0.47 in)
2
1
(b) (b) (b)
(a) (a) (a)
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4. Tighten the locknut at the clutch
cable.
5. Slide the clutch lever free play ad- juster and rubber cover to their
original positions, making sure to
align the slot in the adjuster with
the slot in the adjusting bolt.
EAU37914
Checkin g the brake lever free
playThere should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14212
A soft or spon gy feelin g in the brake
lever can in dicate the presence of
air in the hy draulic system. If there is
air in the hy draulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer blee d the system b e-
fore operatin g the vehicle. Air in the
hy draulic system will d iminish the
1. Locknut
2. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Clutch lever free play adjuster
4. Rubber cover
4
3
2
1
(b) (b) (b) (a) (a) (a)
1. Slot
1
1. No brake lever free play
1
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EAU23115
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
throttle grip an d cab leThe operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride. In
addition, the cable should be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the
cover is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from wa-
ter entry. Therefore, use care not to
pour water directly onto the cover or
cable when washing the vehicle. If the
cable or cover becomes dirty, wipe
clean with a moist cloth.
EAU23144
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
b rake an d clutch leversThe operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Brake lever
Clutch lever
Recommen ded lu bricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Index
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 7-11BBrake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating ................................... 7-23
Brake fluid, changing............................ 7-20
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 7-19
Brake lever.............................................. 4-2
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-17
Brake pedal ............................................ 4-3
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating........................................... 7-24CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-22
Carburetor, adjusting............................ 7-13
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch lever............................................. 4-1
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-16
Coolant ................................................... 7-9DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-22
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-20EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-1
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-13
Engine overheating ............................... 7-31
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm.......................... 6-3
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-18
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 4-8
Front fork, bleeding .............................. 4-10
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-25 Fuel ........................................................ 4-3
Fuel cock................................................ 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 4-6
Fuel tank cap.......................................... 4-3
HHandlebar switch ................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers ......................... 10-1KKickstarter .............................................. 4-7LLabels, location ...................................... 1-1MMatte color, caution ............................... 8-1PParking ................................................... 6-4
Part locations ......................................... 3-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ..................................................... 7-2RRear suspension, lubricating................ 7-24SSafety defects, reporting (For CANADA customers) ......................... 10-2
Safety information .................................. 2-1
Seat ........................................................ 4-7
Shifting ................................................... 6-3
Shift pedal .............................................. 4-2
Shift pedal, checking ........................... 7-18
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 4-11
Sidestand ............................................. 4-14
Spark plug, checking ............................. 7-7
Specifications......................................... 9-1
Starter (choke) knob............................... 4-7 Starting and warming up a cold
engine ................................................... 6-2
Steering, checking ................................ 7-25
Storage ................................................... 8-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 7-26
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-24
TThrottle grip and cable, checking and lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ........... 7-13
Tires ...................................................... 7-14
Transmission oil ...................................... 7-8
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-29
Troubleshooting chart........................... 7-30VVehicle identification number ............... 10-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 7-26
Wheel (front).......................................... 7-26
Wheel (rear)........................................... 7-27
Wheels .................................................. 7-16YYPVS system ........................................ 4-14
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