steering wheel adjustment YAMAHA YZ85 2013 Owners Manual

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 ........................................... 7-18
Checking the brake lever free play ........................................... 7-19 Checking the shift pedal ............... 7-19
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 7-20
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-20
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-22
Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain .......................... 7-23
Checking and lubricating the cables ................................. 7-24
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 rear suspension ... 7-25
Lubricating the swingarm pivots ... 7-26
Checking the front fork ................. 7-26
Checking the steering .................. 7-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-27
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 7-27
Front wheel .................................. 7-28
Rear wheel ................................... 7-29
Troubleshooting ........................... 7-31
Troubleshooting charts ................. 7-32
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND
STORAGE .......................................... 8-1
Matte color caution ......................... 8-1
Care ............................................... 8-1
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Hydraulic brake service Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid levels.
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*Drive chain roller and
support guide
Replace if necessary. Check for wear or damage.
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25 *Rear suspension Check operation and tighten if necessary.
Lubricate with
lithium-soap-based grease
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NO.
ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in Every
race Every
third race Every
fifth race As
required
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*Steering head Check operation, free play, and tighten if necessary.
Clean and lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.
Replace bearings.
27 *Tires and wheels Check tire air pressure, wheel runout, spokes for
looseness, and tires for wear.
Tighten sprocket bolts if necessary.
Check wheel bearings for looseness.
Lubricate wheel bearings with lithium-soap-based grease.
Replace wheel bearings.
28 *Moving parts and ca-
bles Lubricate.
29 *Throttle grip Check operation.
Check throttle grip free play, and adjust if necessary.
Lubricate cable and grip housing.
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EAU23283
Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.1. Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 7-27 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoid injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no danger
of it falling over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
EAU23291
Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
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