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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL YZ85 MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. YZ85M LIT-11626-34-04 B4B-28199-12...
- 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 YZ85M. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pace- setting racing machines. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reli- ability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
- Page 4 YOUNGSTERS AND OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES” and the “TIPS AND PRACTICE GUIDE FOR THE OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLIST” booklets sup- plied with this motorcycle when new or available from your Yamaha dealer. Chil- dren differ in skills, physical abilities, and judgment. Some children may not be able to operate a motorcycle safely.
- Page 5 *Product and specifications are subject to change without notice. EAU10194 YZ85M OWNER’S MANUAL ©2021 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st edition, March 2020 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Transmission oil ......7-7 Coolant..........7-8 Safety information......2-1 Cleaning the air filter element ..7-10 Adjusting the carburetor ....7-12 Description ........3-1 Adjusting the engine idling Left view ......... 3-1 speed .........7-13 Right view........3-2 Adjusting the throttle grip free Controls and instruments .... - Page 7 Table of contents Specifications ........9-1 Consumer information ....10-1 Identification numbers....10-1 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. 2020 AND LATER MODEL YZ/WR MOTORCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY .......10-2 Index ..........11-1...
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Page 8: Location Of Important Labels
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important in- formation 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 9 Location of important labels Use premium unleaded gasoline/oil premix only. 3XJ-2415E-A1. WARNING BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ 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 10: Safety Information
Safety information EAU41469 an accident or equipment damage. See page 5-1 for a list of pre-operation checks. Be a Responsible Owner This motorcycle is designed for As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- off-road use only, therefore, it is il- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- legal to operate it on public ation of your motorcycle. - Page 11 Safety information sic motorcycle maintenance. Protective Apparel Certain maintenance can only The majority of fatalities from motorcy- be carried out by certified staff. cle accidents are the result of head in- Many accidents involve inexperi- juries. The use of a safety helmet is the enced operators.
- Page 12 Carefully inspect Yamaha accessories, which are avail- the accessory before using it to able only from a Yamaha dealer, have make sure that it does not in any been designed, tested, and approved way reduce ground clearance or by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
- Page 13 Safety information Point the front wheel straight tempt to lift the motorcycle, or the motorcycle may become ahead on the trailer or in the truck unstable in cross winds. bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- • Certain accessories can dis- vent movement.
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Page 14: Description
Description EAU63371 Left view 1. Rebound damping force adjuster (page 4-9) 2. Radiator cap (page 7-8) 3. Fuel tank cap (page 4-3) 4. Fuel cock (page 4-7) 5. Starter (choke) knob (page 4-7) 6. Air filter element (page 7-10) 7. Seat (page 4-8) 8. -
Page 15: Right View
Description EAU63391 Right view 1. Spring preload adjuster (page 4-12) 2. Compression damping force adjuster (page 4-12) 3. Kickstarter (page 4-8) 4. Spark plug cap (page 7-6) 5. Bleed screw (page 4-11) 6. Coolant drain bolt (page 7-9) 7. Brake pedal (page 4-3) 8. -
Page 16: Controls And Instruments
Description EAU63401 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 17: 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 18: 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 19: Brake Pedal
Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13183 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap The brake pedal is located on the right To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it side of the motorcycle. To apply the counterclockwise, and then pull it off. -
Page 20: Fuel
Instrument and control functions EAU41838 Why Yamalube Fuel YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA This motorcycle has been designed to Part born of the engineers’ passion use a premixed fuel of gasoline and 2- and belief that engine oil is an impor- stroke engine oil. - Page 21 Instrument and control functions Gasoline EWA10882 WARNING This model’s engine is designed to use premium unleaded gasoline with a Gasoline and gasoline vapors are pump octane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 extremely flammable. To avoid fires or higher, or a research octane number and explosions and to reduce the (RON) of 95 or higher.
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Page 22: Fuel Tank Breather Hose
Instrument and control functions with soap and water. If gasoline EAU41362 Fuel tank breather hose spills on your clothing, change your clothes. 1. Fuel tank breather hose 2. One-way valve Before operating the motorcycle: Check the fuel tank breather hose connection. -
Page 23: Fuel Cock
Instrument and control functions EAU41281 EAU13641 Fuel cock Starter (choke) knob The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has two positions: 1. Starter (choke) knob Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by the starter (choke). -
Page 24: Kickstarter
Instrument and control functions EAU13651 EAU46283 Kickstarter Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then slide the seat to the rear and pull upward. 1. Kickstarter lever To start the engine, fold out the kick- starter lever, move it down lightly with your foot until the gears engage, and 1. -
Page 25: Adjusting The Front Fork
Instrument and control functions EAU84382 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 26 Instrument and control functions 3. Install the rubber cap. 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- 1.
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Page 27: Front Fork Bleeding
Instrument and control functions EAU84390 Front fork bleeding When riding in extremely rough condi- tions, the air temperature and pressure in the front fork will rise. This will in- crease the spring preload and harden the front suspension. If this occurs, bleed the air from each front fork leg. -
Page 28: Adjusting The Shock Absorber Assembly
2. Spring preload adjusting nut 1. Bolt A special wrench can be ob- 2. Left side panel tained at a Yamaha dealer to 3. Loosen the clamp bolt and clamp make this adjustment. screw, and then remove the air fil- ... - Page 29 Instrument and control functions turn of the adjusting nut, dis- tance A is changed by 1.5 mm (0.06 in). 1. Frame guide 2. Air filter joint 3. Projection 1. Distance A 8. Place the left side panel in its orig- inal position, and then install the Spring preload: bolt.
- Page 30 Instrument and control functions Rebound damping setting: Compression damping setting: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): 20 click(s) in direction (b) 15 click(s) in direction (b) Standard: Standard: 6 click(s) in direction (b) 9 click(s) in direction (b) Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): 1 click(s) in direction (b) 1 click(s) in direction (b) ...
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Page 31: Removable Sidestand
Do not dispose of a damaged or EAU41382 Removable sidestand worn-out shock absorber as- sembly yourself. Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service. 1. Sidestand This motorcycle is equipped with a re- movable sidestand. -
Page 32: Ypvs System
ECA26380 NOTICE The YPVS system has been exten- sively tested and set-up by Yamaha. Changing the YPVS settings without sufficient technical knowledge can result in reduced engine perfor- mance or even engine damage. -
Page 33: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks
Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:... - Page 34 For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check chain slack. • Adjust if necessary. 7-21, Drive chain • Check chain condition. 7-23 • Lubricate if necessary. • Check the drive sprocket nut torque. Drive sprocket — • Tighten if necessary. •...
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Page 35: Operation And Important Riding Points
If the controls can lead to loss of con- you are not familiar with vehicle ser- trol, which could cause an accident vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform or injury. service. Before starting the engine for the first time, the air filter must be lubricated. - Page 36 If any engine trouble should occur page 4-4.) during the engine break-in period, 8. Start the engine and check its immediately have a Yamaha dealer power delivery and throttle re- check the vehicle. sponse throughout all gear rang- es. Stop the engine and check the spark plug condition.
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Page 37: Starting And Warming Up A Cold Engine
Operation and important riding points EAU41308 EAU16661 Starting and warming up a Starting a warm engine cold engine Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold engine with the excep- 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”. tion that the starter (choke) is not re- 2. -
Page 38: Shifting
Operation and important riding points EAU16674 and drive train, which are not Shifting designed withstand shock of forced shifting. EAU16691 To start out and accelerate 1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch. 2. Shift the transmission into first gear. -
Page 39: Parking
Operation and important riding points EAU17192 Parking When parking, stop the engine, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. EWA10312 WARNING Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned. -
Page 40: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. EWA15123 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing... -
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 — Spark plug • Clean and regap. — • Replace. • Check chain slack, alignment and condition. — — • Adjust and thoroughly lubricate chain 16 * Drive chain with Yamaha chain and cable lube or equivalent. — • Replace.
- Page 43 Periodic maintenance and adjustment ITEM ROUTINE — — • Check coolant level and for leakage. — • Check hoses for cracks or damage. 17 * Cooling system — • Check radiator cap spring operation. — • Change coolant. Every 2 years •...
- Page 44 Periodic maintenance and adjustment ITEM ROUTINE • Check operation and adjust. — — Shock absorber • Tighten if necessary. assembly • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based — — grease. Drive chain roller • Check for wear or damage. — and support guide •...
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Page 45: Checking The Spark Plug
Do not attempt to can reveal the condition of the engine. diagnose such problems yourself. In- stead, have a Yamaha dealer check To remove the spark plug the vehicle. 1. Remove the spark plug cap. -
Page 46: Transmission Oil
If any ce, 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 47: Coolant
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU20071 Tightening torque: Coolant Transmission oil drain bolt: The coolant level should be checked 10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.4 lb·ft) before each ride. In addition, the cool- ant must be changed at the intervals 6. Refill with the specified amount of specified in the periodic maintenance the recommended transmission and lubrication chart. - Page 48 2. Gasket sion. If water has been added to 4. After the coolant is completely the coolant, have a Yamaha drained, thoroughly flush the cool- dealer check the antifreeze con- ing system with clean tap water.
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Page 49: Cleaning The Air Filter Element
9. Start the engine, and then check 1. Air filter case cover the vehicle for coolant leakage. If coolant is leaking, have a Yamaha dealer check the cooling system. 3. Remove the air filter element by removing the wing bolt and its washer. - Page 50 The sponge material should be wet but not dripping. Recommended oil: Yamaha foam air filter oil or other 1. Wing bolt quality foam air filter oil 2. Washer 3. Air filter element 7. Pull the sponge material over the 4.
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Page 51: Adjusting The Carburetor
The carburetor is an important part of the engine and requires very sophisti- cated adjustment. Therefore, most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec- essary professional knowledge and ex- perience. The adjustment described in the following section, however, may be 1. -
Page 52: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU44391 EAU48434 Adjusting the engine idling Adjusting the throttle grip free speed play The engine idling speed must be ad- Measure the throttle grip free play as justed when necessary. shown. 1. Start the engine and thoroughly warm it up. -
Page 53: Tires
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU65042 Tires Tires are the only contact between the vehicle and the road. Safety in all con- ditions of riding depends on a relatively small area of road contact. Therefore, it is essential to maintain the tires in good condition at all times and replace them at the appropriate time with the speci- fied tires. - Page 54 WARNING glass fragments in it, or if the sidewall Have a Yamaha dealer replace is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer re- excessively worn tires. Operat- place the tire immediately. ing the motorcycle with exces-...
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Page 55: Spoke Wheels
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. -
Page 56: Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play
Periodic maintenance and adjustment decrease the clutch lever free EAU65775 Adjusting the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting bolt in di- play rection (b). Measure the clutch lever free play as shown. 1. Locknut 2. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt 1. -
Page 57: Checking The Brake Lever Free Play
The operation of the shift pedal should be checked before each ride. If opera- tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 1. No brake lever free play There should be no free play at the brake lever end. -
Page 58: Checking The Front And Rear Brake Pads
1. Brake pad wear indicator indicator groove almost appears, have Each front brake pad is provided with a a Yamaha dealer replace the brake wear indicator, which allows you to pads as a set. check the brake pad wear without hav- ing to disassemble the brake. -
Page 59: Checking The Brake Fluid Level
Replenish If the brake fluid level goes down the brake fluid if necessary. suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before further rid- Specified brake fluid: ing. -
Page 60: Changing The Brake Fluid
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU51721 EAU22762 Changing the brake fluid Drive chain slack Have a Yamaha dealer change the The drive chain slack should be brake fluid at the intervals specified in checked before each ride and adjusted the periodic maintenance and lubrica- if necessary. - Page 61 Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU84060 To adjust the drive chain slack Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- Using the alignment marks on the drive justing the drive chain slack. chain pullers and the notch on each 1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock- side of the swingarm, make sure that nut on each side of the swingarm.
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Page 62: 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- place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 NOTICE outer housing of cables may result... -
Page 63: 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 64: Checking And Lubricating The Brake Pedal
The pivoting points of the rear suspen- sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. -
Page 65: Lubricating The Swingarm Pivots
ECA10591 NOTICE If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. 7-26... -
Page 66: Checking The Steering
If any free smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer play can be felt, have a Yamaha check the wheel bearings. dealer check or repair the steer- ing. -
Page 67: Supporting The Motorcycle
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU75190 EAU24361 Supporting the motorcycle Front wheel EAU56372 To remove the front wheel EWA10822 WARNING To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. 1. Maintenance stand (for off-road motorcycle) 1. -
Page 68: Rear Wheel
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 5. Remove the wheel. NOTICE: Do EAU25081 Rear wheel not apply the brake after the wheel and brake disc have been EAU84051 removed, otherwise the brake pads will be forced shut. [ECA11073] To remove the rear wheel To install the front wheel EWA10822 WARNING... - Page 69 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Remove the axle nut and washer. 5. Push the wheel forward and re- Make sure the slot in the brake caliper move the drive chain from the rear bracket is fit over the retainer on the sprocket.
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Page 70: 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 71: Troubleshooting Chart
Check the vehicle. compression. 3. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Try starting the engine. There is no Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. compression. 7-32... - Page 72 Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, The coolant level is have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system. If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
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Page 73: Motorcycle Care And Storage
Be of many components. Washing, clean- sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for ing, and polishing will also give you a advice on what products to use be- chance to inspect the condition of the fore cleaning the vehicle. - Page 74 Motorcycle care and storage harsh chemicals, including Washing strong acidic wheel cleaners, 1. Rinse off any degreaser and spray especially on spoke or magne- down the vehicle with a garden sium wheels. hose. Use only enough pressure harsh chemicals, abrasive to do the job.
- Page 75 Motorcycle care and storage 9. If the headlight lens has fogged After washing 1. Dry the vehicle with a chamois or up, start the engine and turn on absorbent towel, preferably mi- the headlight to help remove the crofiber terrycloth. moisture.
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Page 76: Storage
Motorcycle care and storage 6. For vehicles with a carburetor: To EAU84440 Storage prevent fuel deposits from build- Always store the vehicle in a cool, dry ing up, drain the fuel in the carbu- place. If necessary, protect it against retor float chamber into a clean dust with a porous cover. - Page 77 Motorcycle care and storage 9. Check and correct the tire air pressure, and then lift the vehicle so that all wheels are off the ground. If maintenance stands are not available, turn the wheels a lit- tle once a month in order to pre- vent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot.
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Page 78: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions: Octane number (RON): Overall length: Fuel tank capacity: 1820 mm (71.7 in) 5.0 L (1.3 US gal, 1.1 Imp.gal) Overall width: Carburetor: 760 mm (29.9 in) Type × quantity: Overall height: PWK28 × 1 1145 mm (45.1 in) Seat height: Drivetrain: 840 mm (33.1 in) -
Page 79: Consumer Information
Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. EAU26442 Engine serial number VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER: 1. - Page 80 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. also warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser of each 2006 and later model Yamaha WR motorcycle covered by this warranty that the vehicle is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with all U.S.
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Page 81: Yamaha Motor
CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty registration identification or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of the dealer-ship. -
Page 82: Index
Index Part locations ......... 3-1 Periodic maintenance and lubrication Air filter element, cleaning ....7-10 chart ............. 7-2 Brake and clutch levers, checking Rear suspension, lubricating ....7-25 and lubricating........7-24 Brake fluid, changing ......7-21 Brake fluid level, checking ....7-20 Safety information ........2-1 Brake lever ..........4-2 Seat ............ - Page 83 Genuine Yamaha Accessories – Yamaha only offers accessories that meet our high standards for quality and performance. Buy with confidence, knowing your Genuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right – right out of the box. Yamalube – Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils, lubricants, and care products.
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