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Summary of Contents for Yamaha YZ85 2021
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Location of important labels OWNER’S MANUAL Safety information Description Instrument and control functions For your safety – pre-operation checks Operation and important riding points Periodic maintenance and adjustment Motorcycle care and storage Specifications MOTORCYCLE Consumer information... - Page 2 EAU10045 Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your...
- Page 3 Introduction EAU42044 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZ85N / YZ85LWN. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
- Page 4 STERS AND OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES” and the “TIPS AND PRACTICE GUIDE FOR THE OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLIST” booklets supplied with this motorcycle when new or available from your Yamaha dealer. Children differ in skills, physical abilities, and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate a motorcycle safely. Parents should supervise their child’s use of the motorcycle at all times.
- Page 5 Important manual information EAU10134 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Page 6: Owner's Manual
Important manual information EAU10194 YZ85N / YZ85LWN OWNER’S MANUAL ©2022 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st edition, August 2021 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan. - Page 7 Table of contents Location of important labels....1-1 For your safety – pre-operation Checking the shift pedal ....7-18 checks ..........5-1 Checking the front and rear Safety information ......2-1 brake pads.........7-18 Operation and important riding Checking the brake fluid level ..7-19 Description ........3-1 points..........
- Page 8 Table of contents Specifications........9-1 Consumer information....10-1 Identification numbers....10-1 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY....10-2 Index..........11-1...
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Page 9: Location Of Important Labels
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer. - Page 10 Location of important labels WARNING Use premium unleaded gasoline/oil premix only. BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ 3XJ-2415E-A2. THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL LABELS. NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER. You increase your risk of losing control if you carry a passenger. NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS.
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Page 11: Safety Information
Safety information Never operate a motorcycle with- The failure of motorists to detect EAU4121C out proper training or instruction. and recognize motorcycles in traf- Take a training course. Beginners fic is the predominating cause of Be a Responsible Owner should receive training from a cer- automobile/motorcycle accidents. - Page 12 Safety information Many accidents involve inexperi- The posture of the operator is im- Never wear loose-fitting clothes, enced operators. portant for proper control. The op- otherwise they could catch on the • Make sure that you are qualified erator should keep both hands on control levers, footrests, or wheels and that you only lend your mo-...
- Page 13 Yamaha accessories, which are avail- Accessory weight should be kept you try to ventilate engine exhaust able only from a Yamaha dealer, have with fans or open windows and as low and close to the motorcy- been designed, tested, and approved doors, carbon monoxide can rap- cle as possible.
- Page 14 Safety information products or having other modifications • Bulky or large accessories may tires, rims, sizes, and combinations performed to your vehicle that change seriously affect the stability of may not be appropriate. Refer to page any of the vehicle’s design or operation the motorcycle.
- Page 15 Safety information the location for the straps carefully so the straps will not rub against painted surfaces during transport. The suspension should be com- pressed somewhat by the tie- downs, if possible, so that the mo- torcycle will not bounce exces- sively during transport.
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Page 16: Description
Description EAU10411 Left view 1. Radiator cap (page 7-9) 9. Shift pedal (page 4-2) 2. Rebound damping force adjuster (page 4-8) 10.Compression damping force adjuster (page 4-8) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3) 4. Fuel cock (page 4-6) 5. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-7) 6. -
Page 17: Right View
Description EAU10421 Right view 1. Spring preload adjuster (page 4-11) 9. Transmission oil drain bolt (page 7-8) 2. Compression damping force adjuster (page 4-11) 10.Rebound damping force adjuster (page 4-11) 3. Kickstarter (page 4-7) 4. Spark plug cap (page 7-7) 5. -
Page 18: Controls And Instruments
Description EAU10431 Controls and instruments 1. Clutch lever (page 4-1) 2. Engine stop switch (page 4-1) 3. Brake lever (page 4-2) 4. Throttle grip (page 7-13) -
Page 19: Instrument And Control Functions
Instrument and control functions EAU40661 EAU64023 Handlebar switch Clutch lever The clutch lever is located on the left side of the handlebar. To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the handlebar grip. To engage the clutch, release the lever. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation. -
Page 20: Shift Pedal
Instrument and control functions EAU12876 EAU41267 Shift pedal Brake lever The brake lever is located on the right side of the handlebar. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward the throttle grip. The brake lever is equipped with a brake lever position adjusting bolt. -
Page 21: Brake Pedal
Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13183 EAU41838 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 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. - Page 22 1960’s helps make Yamalube the Recommended fuel: This model’s engine is designed to use Premium unleaded gasoline (E10 best choice for your Yamaha engine. premium unleaded gasoline with a acceptable) pump octane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 Recommended 2-stroke engine oil:...
- Page 23 Instrument and control functions Gasohol 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel EWA10882 WARNING There are two types of gasohol: gaso- tank cap. hol containing ethanol and that con- Gasoline and gasoline vapors are EWA15152 WARNING taining methanol. Gasohol containing extremely flammable.
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Page 24: Fuel Tank Breather Hose
Instrument and control functions EAU13414 EAU41281 Fuel tank breather hose Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has two positions: 1. Arrow mark positioned over “ON” 1. Fuel tank breather hose With the lever in this position, fuel flows Before operating the motorcycle: to the carburetor. -
Page 25: Starter (Choke) Knob
Instrument and control functions EAU13641 EAU13651 EAU94040 Starter (choke) knob Kickstarter Seat To remove the seat Open the cap, remove the bolt, lift the rear of the seat, and then pull it rear- ward. 1. Starter (choke) knob 1. Kickstarter lever Starting a cold engine requires a richer To start the engine, fold out the kick- air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by... -
Page 26: Adjusting The Front Fork
Instrument and control functions EAU84383 Adjusting the front fork EWA10181 WARNING Always adjust both fork legs equally, otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result. This front fork is equipped with re- bound damping force adjusting screws and compression damping force ad- 1. - Page 27 Instrument and control functions Compression damping force 1. Remove the rubber cap by pulling it out of the front fork leg. 2. Turn the adjusting screw in direc- tion (a) to increase the compres- sion damping force. Turn the adjusting screw in direction (b) to decrease the compression damp- ing force.
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Page 28: Front Fork Bleeding
Instrument and control functions 3. Make sure the front wheel is off EAU84390 Compression damping setting: Front fork bleeding the ground and the area near the Minimum (soft): When riding in extremely rough condi- bleed screws is clean. 20 click(s) in direction (b) tions, the air temperature and pressure Standard: 4. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Shock Absorber Assembly
2. Spring preload adjusting nut do not attempt to turn beyond the A special wrench can be ob- maximum or minimum settings. tained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment. Spring preload The spring preload setting is Adjust the spring preload as follows. - Page 30 Instrument and control functions Turn the adjusting screw in direction (b) Tightening torque: to decrease the rebound damping Locknut: force. 30 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 22 lb·ft) To set the rebound damping force, turn 5. Install the air filter joint in its origi- the adjuster in direction (a) until it nal position, and then tighten the stops, and then count the clicks in di-...
- Page 31 Take the shock When turning the damping force absorber assembly to a Yamaha adjuster in direction (b), it may dealer for any service. click beyond the stated specifica- 4-13...
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Page 32: Removable Sidestand
ECA26380 NOTICE The YPVS system has been exten- sively tested and set-up by Yamaha. Changing the YPVS settings without 1. Sidestand sufficient technical knowledge can This motorcycle is equipped with a re- result in reduced engine perfor- movable sidestand. -
Page 33: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks
• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specified level. • Check cooling system for leakage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Front brake • Replace if necessary. - Page 34 For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. • Replace if necessary. 7-18, 7-19 Rear brake • Check fluid level in reservoir.
- Page 35 For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 7-25 Steering Front fork and rear shock ab- • Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage. 4-8, 4-10, 4-11, 7-25 sorber assembly •...
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Page 36: Operation And Important Riding Points
Yamaha dealer perform break-in. or injury. service. 4. Allow the engine to cool. Restart... -
Page 37: Starting And Warming Up A Cold
If any engine trouble should occur cold! age and any other problems. during the engine break-in period, Check all fittings and fasteners immediately have a Yamaha dealer and tighten as necessary. check the vehicle. -
Page 38: Starting A Warm Engine
Operation and important riding points EAU16661 EAU16675 ECA10262 Starting a warm engine Shifting NOTICE Follow the same procedure as for When shifting, press the shift starting a cold engine with the excep- pedal firmly until you feel the tion that the starter (choke) is not re- gear shift is complete. -
Page 39: Parking
Operation and important riding points 3. Open the throttle gradually and si- EAU17192 Parking multaneously release the clutch When parking, stop the engine, and lever slowly. then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. 4. Once the motorcycle has reached EWA10312 a speed high enough to change WARNING... -
Page 40: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
To avoid possible burns, let tivities incorrectly may increase brake components cool before your risk of injury or death during touching them. service or while using the vehicle. If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. -
Page 41: Periodic Maintenance And Lubrication Chart
Yamaha dealer. Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. - Page 42 Periodic maintenance and adjustment After break- Every third Every fifth ITEM ROUTINE Every race As required race race • Check YPVS for carbon deposits and √ √ cracks or damage. 6 * YPVS √ √ • Clean. • Check clutch housing, friction plates, clutch plates and clutch springs for wear √...
- Page 43 • Check chain slack, alignment and condi- tion. √ √ • Adjust and thoroughly lubricate chain with 16 * Drive chain Yamaha chain and cable lube or equiva- lent. √ • Replace. √ √ • Check coolant level and for leakage.
- Page 44 Periodic maintenance and adjustment After break- Every third Every fifth ITEM ROUTINE Every race As required race race • Check operation and for oil leakage. • Adjust if necessary. √ √ • Clean dust seal and lubricate with lithium- soap-based grease. 23 * Front fork √...
- Page 45 Periodic maintenance and adjustment After break- Every third Every fifth ITEM ROUTINE Every race As required race race • Check tire air pressure, wheel runout, √ √ spokes for looseness, and tires for wear. √ √ • Tighten sprocket bolts if necessary. √...
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Page 46: Checking The Spark Plug
Do not attempt to 1. Spark plug gap diagnose such problems yourself. In- Spark plug gap: stead, have a Yamaha dealer check 1. Spark plug cap 0.5–0.6 mm (0.020–0.024 in) the vehicle. 2. Remove the spark plug as shown, with a spark plug wrench available at a Yamaha dealer. -
Page 47: Transmission Oil
If any face, and then wipe off any grime leakage is found, have a Yamaha deal- from the spark plug threads. er check and repair the motorcycle. In 2. Install the spark plug with the... -
Page 48: Coolant
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU20071 Recommended transmission oil: Coolant Motor oil SAE 10W-40 type SG or The coolant level should be checked higher before each ride. In addition, the cool- Oil change quantity: ant must be changed at the intervals 0.50 L (0.53 US qt, 0.44 Imp.qt) specified in the periodic maintenance ECA10453... - Page 49 The coolant should be at the bottom of sion. If water has been added to the radiator filler neck. The level will the coolant, have a Yamaha change with variation of engine tem- dealer check the antifreeze con- perature.
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Page 50: Cleaning The Air Filter Element
If tion chart. Clean or, if necessary, re- the bolt to the specified torque. coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha place the air filter element more dealer check the cooling system. frequently if you are riding in unusually Tightening torque: wet or dusty areas. - Page 51 Periodic maintenance and adjustment The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other quality foam air filter oil 6. Pull the sponge material over the air filter element frame. 1. Sponge material 1.
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Page 52: Adjusting The Carburetor
1. Start the engine and thoroughly to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec- warm it up. essary professional knowledge and ex- 2. Turn the throttle stop screw until perience. The adjustment described in... -
Page 53: Tires
Periodic maintenance and adjustment The tire air pressure must be 3. To increase the throttle grip free EAU65042 Tires play, turn the adjusting nut in di- adjusted in accordance with the Tires are the only contact between the rection (a). To decrease the throt- weight of the rider, the riding vehicle and the road. - Page 54 If unavoid- glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall able, however, patch the tube Front tire: is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- very carefully and replace it as Size: place the tire immediately. soon as possible with a high-...
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Page 55: Spoke Wheels
2. Clutch lever free play adjuster rection (b). before each ride. If any damage is Clutch lever free play: found, have a Yamaha dealer re- 7.0–12.0 mm (0.28–0.47 in) place the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the Periodically check the clutch lever free wheel. -
Page 56: Checking The Brake Lever Free Play
There should be no free play at the cable. brake lever end. If there is free play, 5. Slide the clutch lever free play ad- have a Yamaha dealer inspect the juster and rubber cover to their brake system. original positions, making sure to... -
Page 57: Checking The Shift Pedal
If opera- The front and rear brake pads must be tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha checked for wear at the intervals spec- dealer check the vehicle. ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. -
Page 58: Checking The Brake Fluid Level
Periodic maintenance and adjustment touches the brake disc, have a Rear brake EAU22584 Checking the brake fluid level Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads Before riding, check that the brake fluid as a set. is above the minimum level mark. EAU46292... -
Page 59: Changing The Brake Fluid
Insufficient brake fluid may al- EAU51721 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack low air to enter the brake sys- Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be tem, reducing braking brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted performance. - Page 60 To adjust the drive chain slack rection (b), and then push the rear Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- wheel forward. justing the drive chain slack. 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- nut on each side of the swingarm.
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Page 61: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain
If a cable is wet areas. Service the drive chain as damaged or does not move smoothly, follows. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- 1. Notch place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 2. Alignment mark... -
Page 62: Checking And Lubricating The Throttle Grip And Cable
In levers should be checked before each addition, the cable should be lubricat- ride, and the lever pivots should be lu- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals bricated if necessary. specified in the periodic maintenance Brake lever chart. -
Page 63: Checking And Lubricating The Brake Pedal
The pivoting points of the rear suspen- The swingarm pivots must be lubricat- sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals dealer at the intervals specified in the specified in the periodic maintenance periodic maintenance and lubrication and lubrication chart. -
Page 64: Checking The Front Fork
[EWA10752] tion. WARNING! To avoid injury, 2. Hold the lower ends of the front have a Yamaha dealer check or re- securely support the vehicle so fork legs and try to move them for- pair it. -
Page 65: Checking The Wheel Bearings
Yamaha dealer hicle, etc. check the wheel bearings. Check that the motorcycle is in a stable and level position before starting any maintenance. -
Page 66: Rear Wheel
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 Tightening torque: Rear wheel Axle nut: 70 N·m (7.0 kgf·m, 52 lb·ft) EAU84051 To remove the rear wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it 1. Wheel axle falling over. - Page 67 Periodic maintenance and adjustment For easy installation, rest the drive 3. Loosen the locknut, and then turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt chain on top of the swingarm. in direction (a). Repeat for the oth- er side. To install the rear wheel 1.
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Page 68: Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting charts represent quick and easy procedures for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly. -
Page 69: Troubleshooting Chart
Remove the spark plug and check the electrodes. The engine does not start. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Check the compression. 3. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. - Page 70 Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a The coolant level Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. is OK. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended cool- ant as soon as possible.
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Page 71: Motorcycle Care And Storage
Be performance and extend the useful life high-pressure washers sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for of many components. Washing, clean- steam-jet cleaners. Excessive ing, and polishing will also give you a advice on what products to use be-... - Page 72 Motorcycle care and storage chemicals such as, solvents, Washing windshield. Additionally, some gasoline, rust removers, brake 1. Rinse off any degreaser and spray cleaning compounds for plastic fluid, or antifreeze, etc. down the vehicle with a garden may scratch the windshield, so hose.
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Page 73: Storage
Motorcycle care and storage ply silicone or oil spray to seats, ECA26320 EAU84440 Storage NOTICE hand grips, rubber foot pegs or Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry Do not apply wax to rubber or tire treads. Otherwise these place. - Page 74 Motorcycle care and storage 1. Make all necessary repairs and b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine not available, turn the wheels a lit- perform any outstanding mainte- oil into the spark plug bore. tle once a month in order to pre- nance.
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Page 75: Specifications
Specifications Bore × stroke: Dimensions: Drivetrain: 47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.87 × 1.88 in) Overall length: Gear ratio: Starting system: 1820 mm (71.7 in) (YZ85N) 1st: Kickstarter 1895 mm (74.6 in) (YZ85LWN) 2.455 (27/11) Engine oil: Overall width: 2nd: 760 mm (29.9 in) Engine oil: 1.882 (32/17) Overall height:... - Page 76 Specifications Rear brake: Type: Hydraulic single disc brake Front suspension: Type: Telescopic fork Rear suspension: Type: Swingarm (link suspension)
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Page 77: Consumer Information
Record the vehicle identification num- ber and the engine serial number in the spaces provided below for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1. Vehicle identification number 1. -
Page 78: Yamaha Motor
Consumer information EAU61834 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall motorcycle dealer. In order for this warranty to remain in new Yamaha off-road motorcycles purchased from an... - Page 79 Consumer information Q. What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha A. The customer’s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non Motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, and oil, oil filters, air filters, spark registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase.
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Page 80: Index
Index Fuel............4-3 Steering, checking ........7-25 Fuel cock ..........4-6 Storage ...........8-3 Air filter element, cleaning ....7-11 Fuel tank breather hose......4-6 Supporting the motorcycle ....7-26 Fuel tank cap.......... 4-3 Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....7-24 Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........7-23 Handlebar switch ........ - Page 81 Yamalube – Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils, lubricants, and care products. They’re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know: the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out.
- Page 82 PRINTED IN JAPAN 2021.09-0.7×1 CR (E)