clutch YAMAHA YZ85 2015 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU23098
Checking an d lu bricatin g the
ca blesThe operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubri-
cated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
place it. WARNING! Dama ge to the
outer housin g of cab les may result
in internal rustin g an d cause inter-
ference with ca ble movement. Re-
place damag ed cab les as soon as
possi ble to prevent unsafe con di-
tions.
[EWA10712] EAU23115
Checkin
g an d lu bricatin g the
throttle grip an d ca bleThe operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride. In
addition, the cable should be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
The throttle cable is equipped with a
rubber cover. Make sure that the cover
is securely installed. Even though the
cover is installed correctly, it does not
completely protect the cable from wa-
ter entry. Therefore, use care not to
pour water directly onto the cover or
cable when washing the vehicle. If the
cable or cover becomes dirty, wipe
clean with a moist cloth.
EAU23144
Checkin g an d lu bricatin g the
b rake an d clutch leversThe operation of the brake and clutch
levers should be checked before each
ride, and the lever pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Brake lever
Clutch lever
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Yamaha cable lubricant or other
suitable cable lubricant
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EAU23185
Checking an d lu bricatin g the
b rake pe dalThe operation of the brake pedal
should be checked before each ride,
and the pedal pivot should be lubricat-
ed if necessary.
EAU23252
Lub ricatin g the rear suspen-
sionThe pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Recommen ded lu bricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Dimensions:Overall length:YZ85 1821 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85F 1821 mm (71.7 in)
YZ85LW 1899 mm (74.8 in)
YZ85LWF 1899 mm (74.8 in)
Overall width:
758 mm (29.8 in)
Overall height: YZ85 1126 mm (44.3 in)
YZ85F 1126 mm (44.3 in)
YZ85LW 1156 mm (45.5 in)
YZ85LWF 1156 mm (45.5 in)
Seat height: YZ85 841 mm (33.1 in)
YZ85F 841 mm (33.1 in)
YZ85LW 873 mm (34.4 in)
YZ85LWF 873 mm (34.4 in)
Wheelbase:
YZ85 1257 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85F 1257 mm (49.5 in)
YZ85LW 1285 mm (50.6 in)
YZ85LWF 1285 mm (50.6 in)
Ground clearance: YZ85 330 mm (12.99 in)
YZ85F 330 mm (12.99 in)
YZ85LW 360 mm (14.17 in)
YZ85LWF 360 mm (14.17 in)Wei ght:Curb weight:
YZ85 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85F 71 kg (157 lb)
YZ85LW 73 kg (161 lb)
YZ85LWF 73 kg (161 lb)
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 2-stroke
Cylinder arrangement:
Single cylinder
Displacement: 85 cm³
Bore × stroke:
47.5 × 47.8 mm (1.87 × 1.88 in)
Compression ratio:
8.1 : 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)Coolant quantity:Radiator (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)
Car buretor:Type × quantity:
PWK28 x 1Spark plu g(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:
3.611 (65/18)
Final drive: Chain
Secondary reduction ratio: YZ85 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85F 3.428 (48/14)
YZ85LW 3.714 (52/14)
YZ85LWF 3.714 (52/14)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st:2.454 (27/11)
2nd: 1.882 (32/17)
3rd:
1.529 (26/17)
4th: 1.294 (22/17)
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INDEX
AAir filter element, cleaning .................... 7-12BBrake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating........................................... 7-24
Brake fluid, changing............................ 7-22
Brake fluid level, checking.................... 7-20
Brake lever.............................................. 4-2
Brake lever free play, checking ............ 7-19
Brake pedal ............................................ 4-3
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating........................................... 7-25CCables, checking and lubricating ......... 7-24
Carburetor, adjusting............................ 7-14
Care ........................................................ 8-1
Clutch lever............................................. 4-1
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ........... 7-18
Coolant ................................................. 7-10DDrive chain, cleaning and lubricating ... 7-23
Drive chain slack .................................. 7-22EEngine break-in ...................................... 6-3
Engine idling speed .............................. 7-14
Engine serial number ............................ 10-1
Engine, starting a warm.......................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ................................. 4-1FFront and rear brake pads, checking ... 7-20
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 4-8
Front fork, bleeding ................................ 4-9
Front fork, checking ............................. 7-26
Fuel ......................................................... 4-3 Fuel cock................................................ 4-6
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 4-5
Fuel tank cap.......................................... 4-3
HHandlebar switch ................................... 4-1IIdentification numbers ......................... 10-1KKickstarter .............................................. 4-7LLabels, 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 .............................................. 4-2
Shift pedal, checking ........................... 7-19
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ... 4-10
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 ................................ 7-27
Storage ................................................... 8-3
Supporting the motorcycle ................... 7-28
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ................ 7-26
TThrottle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ........................................... 7-24
Throttle grip free play, adjusting ........... 7-15
Tires ...................................................... 7-15
Transmission oil ...................................... 7-9
Troubleshooting .................................... 7-31
Troubleshooting charts ......................... 7-32VVehicle identification number ............... 10-1WWheel bearings, checking .................... 7-27
Wheel (front).......................................... 7-28
Wheel (rear)........................................... 7-29
Wheels .................................................. 7-17
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