Yamaha YZ85 2021 User manual

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YZ85N/YZ85LWN (YZ85)
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Read this manual carefully
before operating this vehicle.
MOTORCYCLE
OWNER’S MANUAL
Specifications
Consumer information
Motorcycle care and storage
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
For your safety – pre-operation checks
Instrument and control functions
Description
Safety information
Location of important labels
Operation and important riding points
Index
[English (E)]

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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
hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle
Readthis manual carefully before operatingthe vehicle. This manual shouldstay with the vehicle if it is sold.
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Introduction
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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.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of this motorcycle. If you
have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most cur-
rent product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and
this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please readthis manual, the “TIPS AND PRACTICE GUIDE FOR THE OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLIST” andthe
“PARENTS, YOUNGSTERS AND OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES” booklets carefully andcompletely before oper-
atingor allowingyour childto operate this motorcycle. Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have
attainedadequate knowledge of its controls andoperatingfeatures anduntil you have been trainedin safe and
proper ridingtechniques. Regular inspections andcareful maintenance, alongwith goodridingskills, will ensure
that you safely enjoy the capabilities andthe reliability of this motorcycle.
WARNING
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This motorcycle is designedandmanufacturedfor off-roaduse only. It is illegal to operate this motorcycle on any
public street, roador highway. Such use is prohibitedby law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-
highway noise level andspark arrester laws andregulations. Please check your local ridinglaws andregulations
before operatingthis motorcycle.
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Introduction
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
Read this manual, the “PARENTS, YOUNGSTERS AND OFF-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES” booklet, and the “TIPS AND
PRACTICE GUIDE FOR THE OFF HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLIST” booklet carefully and completely before operating this
motorcycle. Make sure you understand all instructions.
Pay close attention to the warning and notice labels on the motorcycle.
Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS:
This motorcycle is not a toy. Before you let your child ride this motorcycle, you should understand the instructions and warn-
ings in this Owner’s Manual. Then be sure your child understands and will follow them. Also read the “PARENTS, YOUNG-
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. Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that
the child has the ability to operate the motorcycle safely.
Motorcycles are single track vehicles. Their safe use andoperation are dependent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of the operator. Every operator shouldknow the followingrequirements before
ridingthis motorcycle.
He or she should:
Obtain thorough instructions from a competent source on all aspects of motorcycle operation.
Observe the warnings and maintenance requirements in this Owner’s Manual.
Obtain qualified training in safe and proper riding techniques.
Obtain professional technical service as indicated in this Owner’s Manual and/or when made necessary by mechanical
conditions.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
*Product and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is usedto alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoidpossible injury
or death.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, couldresult in
death or serious injury.
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoiddamage to the
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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