2022 YAMAHA YZ85 Owners Manual

Instrument and control functions
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TIP When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (a), the 0 click
position and the 1 click position
may be the same.
 When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (b), it may
click beyond the stated specifica-
tions, however such adjustments
are ineffective and may damage
the suspension.Compression dampin g force
Turn the adjusting screw in direction (a)
to increase the compression damping
force.
Turn the adjusting screw in direction (b)
to decrease the compression damping
force.
To set the compression damping
force, turn the adjuster in direction (a)
until it stops, and then count the clicks
in direction (b).
TIP When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (a), the 0 click
position and the 1 click position
may be the same.
 When turning the damping force
adjuster in direction (b), it may
click beyond the stated specifica- tions, however such adjustments
are ineffective and may damage
the suspension.
WARNING
EWA10222
This shock a
bsor ber assem bly con-
tains hig hly pressurize d nitro gen
g as. Rea d an d un derstan d the fol-
lowin g information before han dlin g
the shock a bsor ber assem bly.
 Do not tamper with or attempt
to open the cylind er assembly.
 Do not su bject the shock a b-
sor ber assem bly to an open
flame or other hi gh heat source.
This may cause the unit to ex-
plo de due to excessive gas
pressure.
 Do not deform or damag e the
cylin der in any way. Cylin der
d ama ge will result in poor
d ampin g performance.
 Do not dispose of a d amaged or
worn-out shock a bsor ber as-
sem bly y

ourself. Take the shock
a b sor ber assem bly to a Yamaha
d ealer for any service.
1. Compression damping force adjusting
screw
Compression dampin g setting :
Minimum (soft): 15 click(s) in direction (b)
Standard: 10 (YZ85LW, YZ85LWN)
9 (YZ85, YZ85N) click(s) in direc-
tion (b)
Maximum (hard): 1 click(s) in direction (b)
1 1
(a) (a)
(b) (b) (a)
(b)
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EAU41382
Remova ble si destan dThis motorcycle is equipped with a re-
movable sidestand.TIPMake sure that the sidestand is proper-
ly secured when the motorcycle is be-
ing supported or is being transported.
WARNING
EWA14602
Never apply force on the motor-
cycle while it is on the si de-
stan d.
 Always remove the si destan d
b efore startin g out.
EAU84180
YPVS systemThis model’s engine is fitted with
Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS). This system boosts engine power by
means of a valve that controls exhaust
port opening aperture.NOTICE
ECA26380
The YPVS system has been exten-
sively teste d an d set-up b y Yamaha.
Chan gin g the YPVS setting s without
sufficient technical knowledge can
result in re duce d en gine perfor-
mance or even en gine damag e.
1. Sidestand
1
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For your safety – pre-operation checks
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EAU1559B
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating 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 accident or equipment d amage.
Do not operate the vehicle if you fin d any pro blem. If a pro blem cannot b e corrected b y the proce dures provi ded in
this manual, have the vehicle inspecte d b y a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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. 4-3, 4-6
Transmission oil • Check for leakage. 7-8
Coolant • Check coolant level.
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level.
• Check cooling system for leakage. 7-9
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. 7-18, 7-19
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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. 7-18, 7-19
Clutch • Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
7-16
Throttle g rip • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check throttle grip free play.
• If necessary, adjust throttle grip free play. 7-13, 7-23
Drive chain • Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary. 7-20, 7-22
Drive sprocket • Check the drive sprocket nut torque.
• Tighten if necessary.
—
Wheels an d tires •Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
• Check for loose spokes and tighten if necessary. 7-14, 7-16
Shift ped al • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check the shift pedal bolt torque.
• Correct if necessary. 7-18
Brake ped al • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
7-24
Brake an d clutch levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-23
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Steering • Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 7-25
Front fork an d rear shock a b-
sor ber assem bly • Check that they operate smoothly and ther
e is no oil leakage. 4-8, 4-10, 4-11, 7-25
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Check all cotter pins for damage and correct installment.
• Tighten or replace if necessary. —
Movin g parts an d cab les • Check the control cables for damage.
• Check that the control cables move smoothly.
• Check that the control cables are not caught when the handlebars are turned or
when the front forks travel up and down.
• Lubricate moving parts and cables if necessary. 7-22, 7-23, 7-24, 7-24
Exhaust system • Check that the exhaust pipe and muffler are tightly mounted and have no cracks.
• Check for leakage.
—
En gine stop switch • Check operation. 4-1
I g nition system • Check that all leads and cables are properly connected. 7-7
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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Operation and important rid ing points
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EAU15952
Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWA10272
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of con-
trol, which coul d cause an acci dent
or injury.
EAU41508
En gine break-in
WARNING
EWA10322
Failure to properly maintain the vehi-
cle or performin g maintenance ac-
tivities incorrectly may increase
your risk of injury or death during
service or while usin g the vehicle. If
you are not familiar with vehicle ser-
vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform
service.TIPBefore starting the engine for the first
time, the air filter must be lubricated.
(See page 7-11.)En gine break-in proced ure
1. Fill the fuel tank with a break-in oil- fuel mixture as follows. 2. Start and warm up the engine.
Check the operation of the con-
trols and the engine stop switch.
(See page 4-1.)
3. Operate the motorcycle in the lower gears at moderate throttle
openings for 5 to 8 minutes. Stop
the engine and check the spark
plug condition (see page 7-7); it
will show a rich condition during
break-in.
4. Allow the engine to cool. Restart the engine and operate the motor-
cycle as in the step above for 5
minutes. Then, very briefly shift to
the higher gears and check the
full-throttle response. Stop the en-
gine and check the spark plug.
5. After again allowing the engine to cool, restart and run the motorcy-
cle for 5 more minutes. Full throttle
and the higher gears may be used,
but sustained full-throttle opera-
tion should be avoided. Stop the
engine and check the spark plug
again.
6. Allow the engine to cool, remove the cylinder head and cylinder,
and inspect the piston and cylin-Recommen ded 2-stroke en gine oil:
YA M A L U B E 2 R
Mixin g ratio ( gasoline to oil):
15:1
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Operation and important ri din g points
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der. Remove any high spots on
the piston with #600-grit wet
sandpaper. Clean all components
and carefully reassemble the cyl-
inder head and cylinder.
7. Drain the break-in oil-fuel mixture from the fuel tank and refill with
the normal oil-fuel mixture. (See
page 4-3.)
8. Start the engine and check its power delivery and throttle re-
sponse throughout all gear rang-
es. Stop the engine and check the
spark plug condition. It should be-
gin to lighten in color.
9. Restart the motorcycle and ride it for about 10 to 15 more minutes.
Stop the engine and check the
spark plug condition. (See page
7-7.)
10. Lastly, thoroughly check the mo- torcycle for loose parts, oil leak-
age and any other problems.
Check all fittings and fasteners
and tighten as necessary.
TIPBe sure to inspect and make adjust-
ments thoroughly. In particular, check
control cable slack, drive chain slack
and for loose spokes.Notes on en gine overhauls
If the following parts have been re-
placed, they must be broken in as fol-
lows.  Piston, rings or transmission
gears: 30 minutes of break-in op-
eration at half-throttle or less.
 Cylinder or crankshaft: 60 minutes
of break-in operation is necessary.TIPObserve the condition of the engine
carefully during break-in operation.NOTICE
ECA10271
If any en gine trou ble shoul d occur
d urin g the en gine break-in perio d,
imme diately have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
EAU41308
Startin g an d warmin g up a
col d en gine1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. Turn the starter (choke) on and completely close the throttle. (See
page 4-7.)
4. Start the engine by pushing the kickstarter lever down.
5. When the engine is warm, turn the starter (choke) off.TIPThe engine is warm when it responds
quickly to the throttle with the starter
(choke) turned off.NOTICE
ECA11043
For maximum en gine life, never ac-
celerate har d when the en gine is
col d!
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EAU16661
Startin g a warm en gineFollow the same procedure as for
starting a cold engine with the excep-
tion that the starter (choke) is not re-
quired when the engine is warm.
Instead, start the engine with the throt-
tle slightly open.TIPIf the engine does not start after sever-
al kicks, try again with the throttle 1/4
to 1/2 open.
EAU16675
Shiftin gShifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.TIPTo shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position ( ), press the shift pedal
down repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, and then slightly raise
it.
NOTICE
ECA10262
When shiftin g, press the shift
pe dal firmly until you feel the
g ear shift is complete.
 Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for lon g period s of time
with the en gine off, nor tow the
motorcycle for lon g d istances.
The transmission is properly lu-
b ricate d only when the en gine is
runnin g. Ina dequate lu brication
may damag e the transmission.
 Always use the clutch while
chan gin g g ears to avoi d d am-
a g in g the en gine, transmission,
an d d rive train, which are not
d esi gne d to withstan d the
shock of force d shiftin g.
EAU16691
To start out an d accelerate
1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
2. Shift the transmission into first gear.
1. Gear positions
2. Shift pedal
2
11
1
N 2 3
4
5
6
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