engine oil YAMAHA YZ85 2011 User Guide

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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WARNING
EWA11131
Contaminants on the brakes or tires
can cause loss of control.

Make sure that there is no oil or
wax on the brakes or tires.


If necessary, clean the brake
discs and brake linings with a
regular brake disc cleaner or ac-
etone, and wash the tires with
warm water and a mild deter-
gent. Before riding at higher
speeds, test the motorcycle’s
braking performance and cor-
nering behavior.
NOTICE
ECA10800


Apply spray oil and wax spar-
ingly and make sure to wipe off
any excess.


Never apply oil or wax to any
rubber and plastic parts, but
treat them with a suitable care
product.


Avoid using abrasive polishing
compounds as they will wear
away the paint.
TIPConsult a Yamaha dealer for advice on
what products to use.
EAU41514
Storage Short-term
Always store your motorcycle in a cool,
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 motor-
cycle.NOTICE
ECA10810


Storing the motorcycle in a
poorly ventilated room or cover-
ing it with a tarp, while it is still
wet, will allow water and humid-
ity to seep in and cause rust.


To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because
of the presence of ammonia)
and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
Long-term
Before storing your motorcycle for sev-
eral months:
1. Follow all the instructions in the
“Care” section of this chapter.
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
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82. For motorcycles equipped with a
fuel cock that has an “OFF” posi-
tion: Turn the fuel cock lever to
“OFF”.
3. Drain the fuel tank and fuel lines,
and the carburetor float chamber
by loosening the drain bolt; this will
prevent fuel deposits from building
up.
4. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinder, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap
and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil
into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto
the spark plug, and then place
the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several
times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder wall with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap
from the spark plug, and then
install the spark plug and the
spark plug cap. WARNING! Toprevent damage or injury
from sparking, make sure to
ground the spark plug elec-
trodes while turning the en-
gine over.
[EWA10951]
5. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
brake pedal.
6. Check and, if necessary, correct
the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
7. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:
YZ85 1818 mm (71.6 in)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)
(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)(NOR)
(POL)(PRT)(SVN)(SWE)
YZ85 1821 mm (71.7 in) (ZAF)
YZ85A 1818 mm (71.6 in)
YZ85LW 1903 mm (74.9 in)
YZ85LWA 1903 mm (74.9 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height:
YZ85 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85A 1161 mm (45.7 in)
YZ85LW 1205 mm (47.4 in)
YZ85LWA 1205 mm (47.4 in)
Seat height:
YZ85 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85A 864 mm (34.0 in)
YZ85LW 904 mm (35.6 in)
YZ85LWA 904 mm (35.6 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1255 mm (49.4 in)
(AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)
(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)(NOR)
(POL)(PRT)(SVN)(SWE)
YZ85 1258 mm (49.5 in) (ZAF)
YZ85A 1255 mm (49.4 in)
YZ85LW 1286 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85LWA 1286 mm (50.6 in)Ground clearance:
YZ85 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85A 351 mm (13.82 in)
YZ85LW 393 mm (15.47 in)
YZ85LWA 393 mm (15.47 in)
Weight:Curb weight:
YZ85 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85A 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73 kg (161 lb)
YZ85LWA 73 kg (161 lb)Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement:
84 cm³
Bore × stroke:
47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.87 × 1.88 in)
Compression ratio:
8.20 :1
Starting system:
Kickstarter
Lubrication system:
PremixEngine oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 2RTransmission oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 4 (10W-40) or SAE 10W-40
Oil change quantity:
0.50 L (0.53 US qt, 0.44 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:Radiator capacity (including all routes):
0.54 L (0.57 US qt, 0.48 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:
Wet elementFuel:Recommended fuel:
Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
5.0 L (1.32 US gal, 1.10 Imp.gal)Carburetor:Type × quantity:
PWK28 x 1Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/BR10EG
Spark plug gap:
0.5–0.6 mm (0.020–0.024 in)Clutch:Clutch type:
Wet, multiple-discTransmission:Primary reduction ratio:
65/18 (3.611)
Final drive:
Chain
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 7-12BBrake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-24
Brake fluid, changing ............................ 7-21
Brake fluid level, checking .................... 7-20
Brake lever ............................................. 4-2
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-18
Brake pedal ............................................ 4-2
Brake pedal, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-24CCables, checking and lubricating .......... 7-23
Carburetor, adjusting ............................ 7-14
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch lever............................................. 4-1
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-17
Coolant ................................................. 7-10DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating .... 7-23
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-21EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-14
Engine, starting a warm .......................... 6-1
Engine stop button.................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking .... 7-19
Front fork, adjusting ................................ 4-7
Front fork, bleeding................................. 4-9
Front fork, checking .............................. 7-25
Fuel......................................................... 4-3
Fuel cock ................................................ 4-5Fuel tank breather hose .......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap........................................... 4-3
HHandlebar switch..................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers ........................... 10-1KKickstarter ............................................... 4-6LLabels, location .......................................1-1MMatte color, caution .................................8-1
Model label ............................................ 10-1PParking ....................................................6-4
Part locations .......................................... 3-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................7-2RRear suspension, lubricating ................. 7-25SSafety information ...................................2-1
Seat ......................................................... 4-7
Shifting ....................................................6-2
Shift pedal ............................................... 4-1
Shift pedal, checking ............................. 7-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ...... 4-9
Sidestand .............................................. 4-12
Spark plug, checking ...............................7-8
Specifications .......................................... 9-1
Starter (choke) knob................................ 4-6
Starting and warming up a cold engine ... 6-1
Steering, checking.................................7-26
Storage....................................................8-3Supporting the motorcycle .................... 7-27
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................. 7-25
TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-23
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ........... 7-15
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Transmission oil ...................................... 7-9
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-30
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 7-31VVehicle identification number ................ 10-1WWheel bearings, checking..................... 7-26
Wheel (front) ......................................... 7-27
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 7-28
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
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