fuel YAMAHA YZ85 2004 Owners Manual

IMPORTANT NOTICE
THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED STRICTLY
FOR COMPETITION USE, ONLY ON A
CLOSED COURSE. It is illegal for this
machine to be operated on any public street,
road, or highway. Off-road use on public lands
may also be illegal. Please check local regula-
tions before riding.
1. THIS MACHINE IS TO BE OPERATED
BY AN EXPERIENCED RIDER ONLY.
Do not attempt to operate this
machine at maximum power until you
are totally familiar with its character-
istics.
2. THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED TO BE
RIDDEN BY THE OPERATOR ONLY.
Do not carry passengers on this
machine.
3. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE
APPAREL.
When operating this machine, always
wear an approved helmet with gog-
gles or a face shield. Also wear heavy
boots, gloves, and protective cloth-
ing. Always wear proper fitting cloth-
ing that will not be caught in any of
the moving parts or controls of the
machine.
4. ALWAYS MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE
IN PROPER WORKING ORDER.
For safety and reliability, the machine
must be properly maintained. Always
perform the pre-operation checks
indicated in this manual. Correcting a
mechanical problem before you ride
may prevent an accident.
5. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
Always turn off the engine while refu-
eling. Take care to not spill any gaso-
line on the engine or exhaust system.
Never refuel in the vicinity of an open
flame, or while smoking.
SAFETY INFORMATION

6. GASOLINE CAN CAUSE INJURY.
If you should swallow some gasoline,
inhale excess gasoline vapors, or
allow any gasoline to get into your
eyes, contact a doctor immediately. If
any gasoline spills onto your skin or
clothing, immediately wash skin areas
with soap and water, and change your
clothes.
7. ONLY OPERATE THE MACHINE IN AN
AREA WITH ADEQUATE VENTILA-
TION.
Never start the engine or let it run for
any length of time in an enclosed area.
Exhaust fumes are poisonous. These
fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which by itself is odorless and color-
less. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous
gas which can cause unconscious-
ness or can be lethal.
8. PARK THE MACHINE CAREFULLY;
TURN OFF THE ENGINE.
Always turn off the engine if you are
going to leave the machine. Do not
park the machine on a slope or soft
ground as it may fall over.
9. THE ENGINE, EXHAUST PIPE, MUF-
FLER, AND OIL TANK WILL BE VERY
HOT AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN
RUN.
Be careful not to touch them or to
allow any clothing item to contact
them during inspection or repair.
10. PROPERLY SECURE THE MACHINE
BEFORE TRANSPORTING IT.
When transporting the machine in
another vehicle, always be sure it is
properly secured and in an upright
position and that the fuel cock is in
the “OFF” position. Otherwise, fuel
may leak out of the carburetor or fuel
tank.

EC0A0000
CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
........................................... 1-1
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
..................... 1-2
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
.................... 1-3
CHECKING OF CONNECTION
................. 1-6
SPECIAL TOOLS
...................................... 1-7
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
............................ 1-9
FUEL AND ENGINE MIXING OIL
............ 1-12
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
.................... 1-13
TORQUE-CHECK POINTS
...................... 1-16
CLEANING AND STORAGE
................... 1-17
CHAPTER 2
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
................... 2-1
MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
.......... 2-4
ENGINE
................................................... 2-4
CHASSIS
................................................. 2-8
YZ85
..................................................... 2-8
YZ85LW
.............................................. 2-10
ELECTRICAL
........................................ 2-14
GENERAL TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
................................... 2-15
DEFINITION OF UNITS
........................... 2-15
CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
................. 2-16

CHAPTER 3
REGULAR INSPECTION
AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS................... 3-1
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE................................ 3-4
ENGINE...................................................... 3-5
CHASSIS................................................. 3-16
ELECTRICAL........................................... 3-36
CHAPTER 4
ENGINE
SEAT, FUEL TANK
AND SIDE COVERS.................................. 4-1
EXHAUST PIPE AND SILENCER............. 4-2
RADIATOR................................................ 4-3
CARBURETOR AND REED VALVE......... 4-6
CYLINDER HEAD, CYLINDER
AND PISTON........................................... 4-15
CLUTCH AND PRIMARY
DRIVEN GEAR........................................ 4-26
KICK SHAFT, SHIFT SHAFT
AND PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR................. 4-33
WATER PUMP......................................... 4-41
CDI MAGNETO........................................ 4-45
ENGINE REMOVAL................................. 4-49
CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT........ 4-53
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM
AND SHIFT FORK................................... 4-59

GEN
INFO
1 - 1
DESCRIPTION
EC100000
GENERAL INFORMATION
EC110000
DESCRIPTION
1Clutch lever
2Engine stop switch
3Front brake lever
4Throttle grip
5Fuel tank cap
6Radiator cap
7Kickstarter crank
8Fuel tank
9Coolant drain bolt
0Rear brake pedal
ARadiator
BValve joint
CFuel cock
DAir filter
EDrive chain
FShift pedal
GStarter knob
HFront forkNOTE:

The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the following.

Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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GEN
INFO
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EC156000
FRONT BRAKE LEVER
The front brake lever 1 is located on the right
handlebar. Pull it toward the handlebar to acti-
vate the front brake.
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EC157000
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
The rear brake pedal 1 is located on the right
side of the machine. Press down on the brake
pedal to activate the rear brake.
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EC158001
FUEL COCK
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to
carburetor while filtering the fuel. The fuel cock
has the two positions:
OFF:With the lever in this position, fuel will not
flow. Always return the lever to this posi-
tion when the engine is not running.
ON: With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
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EC159000
STARTER KNOB (CHOKE)
When cold, the engine requires a richer air-fuel
mixture for starting. A separate starter circuit,
which is controlled by the starter knob 1, sup-
plies this mixture. Pull the starter knob out to
open the circuit for starting. When the engine
has warmed up, push it in to close the circuit.
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GEN
INFO
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EC15F000
VALVE JOINT
This valve joint 1 prevents fuel from flowing
out and is installed to the fuel tank breather
hose.
CAUTION:
In this installation, make sure the arrow
faces the fuel tank and also downward.
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EC15R001
DETACHABLE SIDESTAND
This sidestand 1 is used to support only the
machine when standing or transporting it.
WARNING

Never apply additional force to the side-
stand.

Remove this sidestand before starting
out.
NIPPLE WRENCH
This nipple wrench 1 is used to tighten the
spoke.5PA10520
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AIR FILTER CASE COVER
In order to prevent water from entering the car-
buretor while the machine is operated in the
rain, attach the air filter case cover 1 to the
rear frame.

Air filter case cover installation
1. Set the air filter case cover as shown, and
install it to the seat rail of the rear frame
while rotating air filter case cover in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Using a conventional screwdriver, hold up
the front of the air filter case cover.
Then engage the groove a in the cover
over the air filter case edge b.
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GEN
INFO
FUEL AND ENGINE MIXING OIL
FUEL AND ENGINE MIXING OIL
Mix oil with the gas at the ratio specified below.
Always use fresh, name-brand gasoline, and
mix the oil and gas the day of the race. Do not
use premix that is more than a few hours old.
NOTE:
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline or higher octane grade.
CAUTION:
Never mix two types of oil in the same
batch; clotting of the oil could result. If you
wish to change oil types, be sure to drain
the fuel tank and the carburetor float bowl
of old premix prior to filling with the new
type.
Recommended fuel:
Except for ZA:
Premium unleaded gasoline
only with a research octane
number of 95 or higher.
For ZA:
Premium gasoline
Fuel tank capacity:
5 L (1.10 Imp gal, 1.32 US gal)
Mixing oil
Recommended oil:
Yamalube “2-R”
(Yamalube racing 2-cycle oil)
Mixing ratio: 30 : 1
If unavailable, use an equivalent
type of oil.
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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
CAUTION:
Before starting the machine, perform the
checks in the pre-operation check list.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous;
they can cause loss of consciousness and
death in a very short time. Always operate
the machine in a well-ventilated area.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
1. Shift the transmission into neutral.
2. Turn the fuel cock to “ON” and full open the
starter knob (CHOKE).
3. With the throttle completely closed start the
engine by kicking the kickstarter crank
forcefully with firm stroke.
4. Run the engine at idle or slightly higher
until it warms up: this usually takes about
one or two minutes.
5. The engine is warmed up when it responds
normally to the throttle with the starter knob
(CHOKE) turned off.
CAUTION:
Do not warm up the engine for extended
periods.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Do not operate the starter knob (CHOKE).
Open the throttle slightly and start the engine
by kicking the kickstarter crank forcefully with
firm stroke.
CAUTION:
Observe the following break-in procedures
during initial operation to ensure optimum
performance and avoid engine damage.

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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND BREAK-IN
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
1. Before starting the engine, fill the fuel tank
with a break-in oil-fuel mixture as follows.
2. Perform the pre-operation checks on the
machine.
3. Start and warm up the engine. Check the
idle speed, and check the operation of the
controls and the engine stop switch.
4. Operate the machine in the lower gears at
moderate throttle openings for five to eight
minutes. Stop and check the spark plug
condition; it will show a rich condition dur-
ing break-in.
5. Allow the engine to cool. Restart the
engine and operate the machine as in the
step above for five minutes. Then, very
briefly shift to the higher gears and check
full-throttle response. Stop and check the
spark plug.
6. After again allowing the engine to cool,
restart and run the machine for five more
minutes. Full throttle and the higher gears
may be used, but sustained full-throttle
operation should be avoided. Check the
spark plug condition.
7. Allow the engine to cool, remove the top
end, and inspect the piston and cylinder.
Remove any high spots on the piston with
#600 grit wet sandpaper. Clean all compo-
nents and carefully reassemble the top
end.
8. Drain the break-in oil-fuel mixture from the
fuel tank and refill with the specified mix.
9. Restart the engine and check the operation
of the machine throughout its entire operat-
ing range. Stop and check the spark plug
condition. Restart the machine and operate
it for about 10 to 15 more minutes. The
machine will now be ready to race.
Mixing oil:
Yamalube “2-R”
Mixing ratio:
15 : 1