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 control functions

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En

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ine stop switch “ENGINE STOP”

Hold this switch pushed until the en-
gine stops.

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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.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch lever position adjusting bolt. Ad-
just the distance between the clutch le-
ver and the handlebar grip as follows.

1. Loosen the locknut.
2. While holding the clutch lever

pulled slightly towards the handle-
bar grip, turn the adjusting bolt in
direction (a) to increase the dis-
tance, and in direction (b) to de-
crease it.

3. Tighten the locknut.

1. Engine stop switch “ENGINE STOP”

1. Clutch lever
2. Locknut
3. Clutch lever position adjusting bolt
4. Distance between clutch lever and handle-

bar grip

4

2

1

3

(b)

(a)

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Summary of Contents for YZ85G

Page 1: ...SANLEITUNG Read this manual carefully before oper ating this vehicle Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la premi re utilisation du v hicule Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanlei tung so...

Page 2: ...DIC183 Original instructions Notice originale Originalbetriebsanleitung PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER IMPRIM SUR PAPIER RECYCL AUF RECYCLINGPAPIER GEDRUCKT PRINTED IN JAPAN 2015 06 0 5 1 CR E F G...

Page 3: ...Read this manual carefully before oper ating this vehicle OWNER S MANUAL YZ85 YZ85LW MOTORCYCLE YZ85 YZ85G YZ85LW YZ85LWG 1SN 28199 84 E0 U1SN84E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2015 10 24 AM...

Page 4: ...EAU46091 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U1SN84E0 book Page 1 Wednesday June 10 2015 10 24 AM...

Page 5: ...designed and manufactured for off road use only It is il legal to operate this motorcycle on any public street road or highway Such use is prohibited by law This motorcycle complies with almost all st...

Page 6: ...g this motorcycle He or she should Obtain thorough instructions from a competent source on all aspects of mo torcycle operation Observe the warnings and maintenance requirements in this Owner s Manu a...

Page 7: ...NING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehi cle or other pro...

Page 8: ...e air filter element 7 10 Adjusting the carburetor 7 12 Adjusting the engine idling speed 7 13 Adjusting the throttle grip free play 7 13 Tires 7 14 Spoke wheels 7 16 Adjusting the clutch lever free p...

Page 9: ...Table of contents Specifications 9 1 Consumer information 10 1 Identification numbers 10 1 Index 11 1 U1SN84E0 book Page 2 Wednesday June 10 2015 10 24 AM...

Page 10: ...ain 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 fr...

Page 11: ...sans plomb 3XJ 2415E B1 4SR 2416E 00 3JK 82377 00 This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Ce syst me d allumage par tincelle de v...

Page 12: ...TRANSPORTER DE PASSAGER La conduite avec passager augmente les risques de perte de contr le NE JAMAIS ROULER SUR DES CHEMINS PUBLICS Vous pourriez entrer en collision avec un autre v hicule TOUJOURS...

Page 13: ...Location of important labels 1 4 1 For Europe 3 1 2 U1SN84E0 book Page 4 Wednesday June 10 2015 10 24 AM...

Page 14: ...t labels 1 5 1 For Europe 5PG 2816R 00 100 kPa 1 00 kgf cm 15 psi 100 kPa 1 00 kgf cm 15 psi 4AA 22259 40 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD SHIZUOKA JAPAN YAMAHA 4GB 2155A 00 1 3 2 U1SN84E0 book Page 5 Wednesday Ju...

Page 15: ...ear Use from 6 years old Operation of this motorcycle by children under the age of 6 increase the risk of severe injury or death Adult supervision required for children Never use on paved roads Never...

Page 16: ...riding to avoid draining the battery Use unleaded gasoline only Measure the tire pressure when the tires are cold Adjust the tire pressure Improper tire pressure can cause loss of control Loss of con...

Page 17: ...Location of important labels 1 8 1 For Oceania and South Africa 3 1 2 U1SN84E0 book Page 8 Wednesday June 10 2015 10 24 AM...

Page 18: ...r NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS You can collide with another vehicle if you operate this vehicle on a public road ALWAYS WEAR AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET eye protection and protective c...

Page 19: ...Failure to inspect or maintain the vehi cle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 5 1 for a list of pre operation checks This motorcycle is designed for off r...

Page 20: ...talities from motorcy cle accidents are the result of head in juries The use of a safety helmet is the single most critical factor in the pre vention or reduction of head injuries Always wear an appro...

Page 21: ...talled by a Yamaha dealer Aftermarket Parts Accessories and Modifications While you may find aftermarket prod ucts similar in design and quality to genuine Yamaha accessories recog nize that some afte...

Page 22: ...ications and more in formation on replacing your tires Transporting the Motorcycle Be sure to observe following instruc tions before transporting the motorcy cle in another vehicle Remove all loose it...

Page 23: ...ank cap page 4 3 3 Fuel cock page 4 6 4 Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut page 4 10 5 Air filter element page 7 10 6 Seat page 4 8 7 Shift pedal page 4 2 8 Throttle stop screw page...

Page 24: ...adjusting screw page 4 8 4 Bleed screw page 4 10 5 Front fork compression damping force adjusting screw page 4 8 6 Spark plug cap page 7 6 7 Transmission oil filler cap page 7 7 8 Coolant drain bolt p...

Page 25: ...ion 3 3 3 EAU63401 Controls and instruments 4 1 3 2 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 U1SN84E0 book Page 3 Wednesday June 10 2015 1...

Page 26: ...clutch operation The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch lever position adjusting bolt Ad just the distance between the clutch le ver and the handlebar grip as follows 1 Loosen the locknut 2 While...

Page 27: ...with a brake lever position adjusting bolt Ad just the distance between the brake le ver and the throttle grip as follows 1 Slide the rubber cover toward the end of the brake lever 2 Loosen the locknu...

Page 28: ...3183 Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap turn it counterclockwise and then pull it off To install the fuel tank cap insert it into the tank opening and then turn it clockwise WARNING EWA11092 Ma...

Page 29: ...igned 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...

Page 30: ...bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately NOTICE Immediately...

Page 31: ...ith the arrow mark on the one way valve pointed downward as shown EAU41281 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also The fuel cock has two positions...

Page 32: ...3651 Kickstarter To start the engine fold out the kick starter lever move it down lightly with your foot until the gears engage and then push it down smoothly but force fully This model is equipped wi...

Page 33: ...rwise 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 justing screws NOTICE ECA10102 To avoid d...

Page 34: ...oduction the actual number of clicks always represents the entire ad justing range To obtain a precise ad justment it would be advisable to check the number of clicks of each damping force adjusting m...

Page 35: ...e remov able sidestand and then rest the motorcycle on it EAU41335 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly This shock absorber assembly is equipped with a spring preload adjust ing nut a rebound damping...

Page 36: ...ssion damping force and thereby harden the com pression damping turn the adjusting screw in direction a To decrease the compression damping force and there by soften the compression damping turn the a...

Page 37: ...orber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source This may cause the unit to ex plode due to excessive gas pressure Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way Cylinder damage will result...

Page 38: ...and TIP Make 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 side...

Page 39: ...k hose connection 4 4 4 6 Transmission oil 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 Ch...

Page 40: ...lebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play 7 27 Front fork and rear shock absorber as sembly Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage 4 8 4 10 4 10 7 26 Chassis fastene...

Page 41: ...8 Starting and warming up a cold engine 1 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...

Page 42: ...ng hills etc The gear positions are shown in the il lustration TIP To shift the transmission into the neu tral position press the shift pedal down repeatedly until it reaches the end of its travel and...

Page 43: ...ING EWA10322 Failure to properly maintain the vehi cle or performing maintenance ac tivities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle If you are...

Page 44: ...to 15 more minutes The motorcy cle will now be ready to ride nor mally After the engine break in period thor oughly check the motorcycle for loose parts oil leakage and any other prob lems Be sure to...

Page 45: ...haust system can become very hot park in a place where pedestri ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned Do not park on a slope or on soft ground otherwise the vehicle may overturn i...

Page 46: ...erly maintain the vehi cle or performing maintenance ac tivities incorrectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the vehicle If you are not familiar with vehicle se...

Page 47: ...e performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools data and technical skills NO ITEM ROUTINE After break in Every race Every third race Every fifth race As required 1 Piston Check piston for...

Page 48: ...and regap Replace Check chain slack alignment and condition 15 Drive chain Adjust and thoroughly lubricate chain with Yamaha chain and cable lube or equivalent Replace NO ITEM ROUTINE After break in...

Page 49: ...Check radiator cap spring operation Change coolant Every 2 years Every year Check all chassis fitting and fasteners 17 Chassis fasteners Correct or tighten if necessary 18 Air filter element Clean Re...

Page 50: ...wear or damage Replace if necessary 25 Rear suspension Check operation and tighten if necessary Lubricate with lithium soap based grease Check operation free play and tighten if necessary 26 Steering...

Page 51: ...k plug 1 Check that the porcelain insulator around the center electrode of the spark plug is a medium to light tan the ideal color when the vehi cle is ridden normally TIP If the spark plug shows a di...

Page 52: ...ve a Yamaha deal er check and repair the motorcycle In addition the transmission oil must be changed at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart 1 Start the engine wa...

Page 53: ...k 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 ch...

Page 54: ...con tent of the coolant as soon as possible otherwise the effec tiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECA10473 EAUM1318 To change the coolant 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and let the eng...

Page 55: ...92 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned or replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica tion chart Clean or if necessary re place the...

Page 56: ...r 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 seated in the air filter cas...

Page 57: ...to a Yamaha dealer who has the nec essary professional knowledge and ex perience The adjustment described in the following section however may be serviced by the owner as part of rou tine maintenance...

Page 58: ...ng the throttle grip free play The throttle grip free play should mea sure 3 0 5 0 mm 0 12 0 20 in at the inner edge of the throttle grip Periodi cally check the throttle grip free play and if necessa...

Page 59: ...should be checked and if necessary adjusted before each ride WARNING EWA14382 Operation of this vehicle with im proper tire pressure may cause se vere injury or death from loss of control The tire ai...

Page 60: ...wall rubber sometimes accompanied by carcass deformation is an evidence of ageing Old and aged tires shall be checked by tire specialists to ascertain their suitability for further use WARNING EWA1046...

Page 61: ...eless tires on this model 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 c...

Page 62: ...ble 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 pla...

Page 63: ...in the hydraulic system If there is air in the hydraulic system have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system be fore operating the vehicle Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance wh...

Page 64: ...cator while applying the brake If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator almost touches the brake disc have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set EAU46292 Rear brake pads...

Page 65: ...ith the same type of brake fluid Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction Be careful that water does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling Water wil...

Page 66: ...be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary EAU41413 To check the drive chain slack 1 Install the removable sidestand and place the motorcycle on it TIP When checking and adjusting the drive...

Page 67: ...urring keep the drive chain slack within the specified limits ECA10572 TIP Using the alignment marks on each drive chain puller make sure that both drive chain pullers are in the same po sition for pr...

Page 68: ...n solvent 2 Spray Yamaha chain lubricant or other suitable chain lubricant on the entire chain making sure that all side plates and rollers have been sufficiently oiled EAU23098 Checking and lubricati...

Page 69: ...over 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 co...

Page 70: ...ould be lubricat ed if necessary EAU23252 Lubricating the rear suspen sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic...

Page 71: ...the inner tubes for scratches damage and excessive oil leakage To check the operation 1 Place the vehicle on a level surfa ce and hold it in an upright posi tion WARNING To avoid injury securely suppo...

Page 72: ...e vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over EWA10752 2 Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for ward and backward If any free play can be felt have a Yamaha dealer ch...

Page 73: ...he ground by using a motorcycle stand To service the rear wheel Raise the rear wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle stand or if a motor cycle stand is not available by placing a jack either unde...

Page 74: ...25081 Rear wheel EAU56742 To remove the rear wheel WARNING EWA10822 To avoid injury securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over 1 Loosen the axle nut 2 Lift the rear wheel of...

Page 75: ...3 To install the rear wheel 1 Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket 2 Install the wheel and the brake cal iper bracket by inserting the wheel axle from the right side TIP Make sure that the s...

Page 76: ...ire any repair take it to a Yamaha dealer whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools experience and know how to service the motorcycle properly Use only genuine Yamaha replace ment parts Imita...

Page 77: ...ith a dry cloth and correct the spark plug gap or replace the spark plug 2 Ignition Wet Dry There is compression There is no compression The engine does not start Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicl...

Page 78: ...stopped press down on the cap while turning it counterclockwise and then remove the cap TIP If coolant is not available tap water can be temporarily used instead provided that it is changed to the re...

Page 79: ...appearance of a mo torcycle Frequent and proper care does not only comply with the terms of the warranty but it will also keep your motorcycle looking good extend its life and optimize its performanc...

Page 80: ...t clean sponge and then rinse thoroughly with clean water Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush for hard to reach areas Stubborn dirt and insects will come off more easily if the area is covered with a wet...

Page 81: ...dry place and if necessary protect it against dust with a porous cover Be sure the engine and the exhaust sys tem are cool before covering the mo torcycle NOTICE ECA10811 Storing the motorcycle in a...

Page 82: ...cap WARNING To prevent damage or injury from sparking make sure to ground the spark plug elec trodes while turning the en gine over EWA10952 5 Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of...

Page 83: ...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 inclu...

Page 84: ...eel Rim size 17 x 1 40 YZ85 YZ85G 19 x 1 40 YZ85LW YZ85LWG Rear wheel Wheel type Spoke wheel Rim size 14 x 1 60 YZ85 YZ85G 16 x 1 85 YZ85LW YZ85LWG Front brake Type Hydraulic single disc brake Specifi...

Page 85: ...UMBER EAU26401 Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe Record this number in the space pro vided TIP The vehicle identification number is...

Page 86: ...ther hose 4 6 Fuel tank cap 4 3 H Handlebar switch 4 1 I Identification numbers 10 1 K Kickstarter 4 7 L Labels location 1 1 M Matte color caution 8 1 P Parking 6 5 Part locations 3 1 Periodic mainten...

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Page 88: ...er vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control ALWAYS use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough terrain and in...

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