Yamaha YZ85(B) User manual

DIC183
1SN-28199-80
YZ85(B)
YZ85LW(B)
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la pre-
mière utilisation du véhicule.
Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig
durch, bevor Sie das Fahrzeug in Betrieb nehmen.
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.

PRINTED IN JAPAN
2011.06-0.6×1 CR
(E,F,G)
DIC183
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
YZ85(B)
YZ85LW(B)
1SN-28199-80-E0
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZ85(B)/YZ85LW(B). 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 read this manual carefully and completely before operating this motorcycle.
WARNING
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This motorcycle is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. It is illegal to operate this motorcycle on any
public street, road or highway. Such use is prohibited by law. This motorcycle complies with almost all state off-
highway noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations. Please check your local riding laws and regulations
before operating this motorcycle.
AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:
●Read this manual completely before operating your 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.
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INTRODUCTION
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. Children differ in skills, physical abil-
ities, 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 and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following requirements before
riding this 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:
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.
A WARNING 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
vehicle or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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YZ85(B)/YZ85LW(B)
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2011 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st edition, May 2011
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF IMPORTANT
LABELS ............................................1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................2-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................3-1
Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view........................................3-2
Controls and instruments ................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................4-1
Handlebar switch ............................4-1
Clutch lever ....................................4-1
Shift pedal ......................................4-1
Brake lever .....................................4-2
Brake pedal ....................................4-2
Fuel tank cap ..................................4-3
Fuel ................................................4-3
Fuel tank breather hose .................4-5
Fuel cock ........................................4-5
Starter (choke) knob .......................4-6
Kickstarter ......................................4-6
Seat ................................................4-7
Adjusting the front fork ...................4-7
Front fork bleeding .........................4-9
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly .....................................4-9
Removable sidestand ...................4-12
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 5-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS ................................ 6-1
Starting and warming up
a cold engine .............................. 6-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-3
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 7-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 7-2
Checking the spark plug ................ 7-8
Transmission oil ............................. 7-9
Coolant ........................................ 7-10
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 7-12
Adjusting the carburetor ............... 7-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-14
Adjusting the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 7-15
Tires ............................................. 7-15
Spoke wheels .............................. 7-17
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 7-17
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 7-18
Checking the shift pedal ...............7-19
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ......................... 7-19
Checking the brake fluid level ......7-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-21
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-22
Cleaning and lubricating
the drive chain .......................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 7-23
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 7-24
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers .......7-24
Checking and lubricating
the brake pedal .........................7-25
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-25
Lubricating the rear suspension ...7-25
Checking the front fork ................. 7-26
Checking the steering .................. 7-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-27
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-27
Front wheel .................................. 7-28
Rear wheel ................................... 7-29
Troubleshooting ........................... 7-30
Troubleshooting charts ................. 7-32
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE ..........................................8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care ............................................... 8-1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Storage ...........................................8-3
SPECIFICATIONS .............................9-1
CONSUMER INFORMATION...........10-1
Identification numbers ..................10-1
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LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
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1
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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.
For Canada
1,2,3 4 5 6,7
8910
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1
For Canada
Use premium unleaded
gasoline / oil premix only.
3XJ-2415E-A1
Utiliser de préférence un mélange
huile/super 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 système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule
respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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. 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 clothing.
EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
5PA-2118K-00
2
4
6
1
3
5
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1
For Canada
AVERTISSEMENT
LIRE LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE AINSI QUE TOUTES LES
ETIQUETTES AVANT D’UTILISER CE VEHICULE.
NE JAMAIS TRANSPORTER DE PASSAGER. La conduite avec
passager augmente les risques de perte de contrôle.
NE JAMAIS ROULER SUR DES CHEMINS PUBLICS.
Vous pourriez entrer en collision avec un autre véhicule .
TOUJOURS PORTER UN CASQUE DE MOTOCYCLISTE
APPROUVE, des lunettes et des vêtements de protection.
EXCLUSIVEMENT POUR L’USAGE D’UN CONDUCTEUR
EXPERIMENTE.
5PA-2118K-10
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.
FRONT
REAR : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-A0
TIRE INFORMATION
La pression des pneus àfroid doit normalement
être réglée comme suit.
AVANT
ARRIERE
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
: 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-B0
INFORMATION SUR LES PNEUS
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C
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V
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S
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C
A
N
A
D
A
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N
S
V
A
C
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T
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A
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P
O
R
T
506
8
10
7
9
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1-4
1
For Europe
1 2
3
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1
For Europe
5PG-2816R-00
100 kPa
1.00 kgf/cm²
15 psi
100 kPa
1.00 kgf/cm²
15 psi
4AA-22259-40
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
SHIZUOKA JAPAN
YAMAHA
4GB-2155A-00
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Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text.
**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
**.* kPa
*.** kgf/cm²
*.* psi
Read the Owner’s manual.
This unit contains high-pressure
nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause
an explosion. Do not incinerate,
puncture or open.
Turn off the main switch after
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 control can result in
severe injury or death.
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1-7
1
For Oceania and South Africa
1 2
3
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1
For Oceania and South Africa
4AA-22259-40
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. 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 clothing.
EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
5PA-2118K-00
Cold tire normal pressure should be set as
follows.
FRONT
REAR : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi : 100kPa, {1.00kgf/cm2}, 15psi
3RV-21668-A0
TIRE INFORMATION
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2
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Be a Responsible Owner
As the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-
sible for the safe and proper operation
of your motorcycle.
Motorcycles are single-track vehicles.
Their safe use and operation are de-
pendent upon the use of proper riding
techniques as well as the expertise of
the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
riding this motorcycle.
He or she should:
●Obtain thorough instructions from
a competent source on all aspects
of motorcycle operation.
●Observe the warnings and mainte-
nance requirements in this Own-
er’s Manual.
●Obtain qualified training in safe
and proper riding techniques.
●Obtain professional technical ser-
vice as indicated in this Owner’s
Manual and/or when made neces-
sary by mechanical conditions.
Safe Riding
Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it
is in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect or maintain the vehicle 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-
road use only, therefore, it is illegal
to operate it on public streets,
roads, or highways, even a dirt or
gravel one. Off-road use on public
lands may be illegal. Please check
local regulations before riding.
●This motorcycle is designed to car-
ry the operator only. No passen-
gers.
●The failure of motorists to detect
and recognize motorcycles in traf-
fic is the predominating cause of
automobile/motorcycle accidents.
Many accidents have been caused
by an automobile driver who did
not see the motorcycle. Making
yourself conspicuous appears to
be very effective in reducing the
chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
•Wear a brightly colored jacket.
•Use extra caution when you are
approaching and passing
through intersections, since in-
tersections are the most likely
places for motorcycle accidents
to occur.
•Ride where other motorists can
see you. Avoid riding in another
motorist’s blind spot.
●Many accidents involve inexperi-
enced operators.
•Make sure that you are qualified
and that you only lend your mo-
torcycle to other qualified opera-
tors.
•Know your skills and limits.
Staying within your limits may
help you to avoid an accident.
•We recommend that you prac-
tice riding your motorcycle until
you have become thoroughly fa-
miliar with the motorcycle and all
of its controls.
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●Many accidents have been caused
by error of the motorcycle opera-
tor. A typical error made by the op-
erator is veering wide on a turn
due to excessive speed or under-
cornering (insufficient lean angle
for the speed). Never travel faster
than warranted by conditions.
●Ride cautiously in unfamiliar ar-
eas. You may encounter hidden
obstacles that could cause an ac-
cident.
●The posture of the operator is im-
portant for proper control. The op-
erator should keep both hands on
the handlebar and both feet on the
operator footrests during operation
to maintain control of the motorcy-
cle.
●Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
●Be sure the transmission is in neu-
tral before starting the engine.
Protective Apparel
The majority of fatalities 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 preven-
tion or reduction of head injuries.
●Always wear an approved helmet.
●Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotected eyes
could contribute to an impairment
of vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.
●The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective in
preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.
●Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.
●Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
tem become very hot during or af-
ter operation and can cause burns.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas which may be
present even if you do not see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
and you can quickly be overcome and
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can linger
for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
ventilated areas. If you experience any
symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
ing, leave the area immediately, get
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
MENT.
●Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rap-
idly reach dangerous levels.
●Do not run engine in poorly venti-
lated or partially enclosed areas
such as barns, garages, or car-
ports.
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