brake YAMAHA YZ85 2008 Owner's Manual

SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Secondary reduction ratio:
YZ85 47/14 (3.357) (ZAF)
YZ85 48/14 (3.428)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)
(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)
(SWE)
YZ85LW 52/14 (3.714)
YZ85LWX 52/14 (3.714)
YZ85X 47/14 (3.357) (AUS)(NZL)
YZ85X 48/14 (3.428) (CAN)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation:
Left foot operation
Gear ratio:
1st:
27/11 (2.454)
2nd:
32/17 (1.882)
3rd:
26/17 (1.529)
4th:
22/17 (1.294)
5th:
26/23 (1.130)
6th:
25/25 (1.000)Chassis:Frame type:
Semi double cradleCaster angle:
YZ85 26.30 °
YZ85LW 26.90 °
YZ85LWX 26.90 °
YZ85X 26.30 °
Trail:
YZ85 88.0 mm (3.46 in)
YZ85LW 105.5 mm (4.15 in)
YZ85LWX 105.5 mm (4.15 in)
YZ85X 88.0 mm (3.46 in)
Front tire:Type:
With tube
Size:
YZ85 70/100-17 40M
YZ85LW 70/100-19 42M
YZ85LWX 70/100-19 42M
YZ85X 70/100-17 40M
Manufacturer/model:
YZ85 DUNLOP/D739FA (ZAF)
YZ85 DUNLOP/D756F
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)
(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(NLD)(NOR)(PRT)
(SWE)
YZ85LW DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85LWX DUNLOP/D756F
YZ85X DUNLOP/D756FRear tire:Type:
With tubeSize:
YZ85 90/100-14 49M
YZ85LW 90/100-16 52M
YZ85LWX 90/100-16 52M
YZ85X 90/100-14 49M
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D756
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Front:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Rear:
100 kPa (15 psi) (1.00 kgf/cm²)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
YZ85 17x1.40
YZ85LW 19x1.40
YZ85LWX 19x1.40
YZ85X 17x1.40Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
YZ85 14x1.60
YZ85LW 16x1.85
YZ85LWX 16x1.85
YZ85X 14x1.60Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
275.0 mm (10.83 in)Rear suspension:Type:
Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
YZ85 282.0 mm (11.10 in)
YZ85LW 287.0 mm (11.30 in)
YZ85LWX 287.0 mm (11.30 in)
YZ85X 282.0 mm (11.10 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:
CDI
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INDEX
AAccessories and replacement parts ..... 6-17
Air filter element, cleaning .................... 6-12BBrake and clutch levers, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 6-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 6-20
Brake lever ............................................. 3-2
Brake pedal ............................................ 3-2CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 6-23
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 6-14
Care ........................................................ 7-1
Clutch lever............................................. 3-1
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 6-18
Coolant ................................................. 6-10DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 6-22
Drive chain slack .................................. 6-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 5-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 6-14
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 5-1
Engine stop button.................................. 3-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 6-19
Front brake lever free play, checking ... 6-18
Front fork, adjusting ................................ 3-7
Front fork, bleeding................................. 3-8
Front fork, checking .............................. 6-25
Fuel......................................................... 3-3Fuel cock ................................................. 3-5
Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 3-5
Fuel tank cap........................................... 3-3
HHandlebar switch..................................... 3-1IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1KKickstarter ............................................... 3-6LLabels, location of ...................................1-4MMatte color, caution .................................7-1
Model label .............................................. 9-1PParking ....................................................5-4
Part locations .......................................... 2-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list........................... 4-2RRear suspension, lubricating ................. 6-25SSafety information ...................................1-1
Seat ......................................................... 3-6
Shifting ....................................................5-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 3-1
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 3-9
Sidestand .............................................. 3-12
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-8
Specifications .......................................... 8-1
Starter (choke) knob................................ 3-6
Starting and warming up a cold
engine ................................................... 5-1Steering, checking ................................ 6-26
Storage ................................................... 7-3
Supporting the motorcycle .................... 6-27
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 6-25
TThrottle cable free play, adjusting ......... 6-15
Throttle grip and cable, checking
and lubricating .................................... 6-23
Tires ...................................................... 6-15
Transmission oil ...................................... 6-9
Troubleshooting .................................... 6-30
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 6-31VVehicle identification number .................. 9-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 6-27
Wheel (front) ......................................... 6-28
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-28
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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