Yamaha YZ85LW(Z) Manuel du propriétaire

DIC1835PA-28199-88YZ85(Z)YZ85LW(Z)OWNER’S MANUALMANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIREBEDIENUNGSANLEITUNGIl convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la pre-mièr

TABLE OF CONTENTSStorage ...8-3SPECIFICATIONS ...9-1CONSUMER INFORMATION...1

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-11EAU48112Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-21For CanadaWARNINGRiding as a passenger can cause the vehicleto go out of control.Loss of control can cause a collision

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-31For CanadaAVERTISSEMENTUn passager pourrait causer une perte decontrôle du véhicule.Une perte de contrôle peut provoqu

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-41For Europe1 23U5PA88E0.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 9, 2009 8:44 AM

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-51For Europe5PG-2816R-00 100 kPa1.00 kgf/cm² 15 psi 100 kPa1.00 kgf/cm² 15 psi4AA-22259-40YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.SHIZ

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-61Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text.**.* kPa*.** kgf/cm²*.* psi**.* kPa*.

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-71For Oceania and South Africa1 23U5PA88E0.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 9, 2009 8:44 AM

LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS1-81For Oceania and South Africa4AA-22259-40Before you operate this vehicle, read the owner’s manual.Prima di usare il vei

2-12SAFETY INFORMATIONEAU41462Be a Responsible OwnerAs the vehicle’s owner, you are respon-sible for the safe and proper operationof your motorcycle.M

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SAFETY INFORMATION2-22● Many accidents have been causedby error of the motorcycle opera-tor. A typical error made by the op-erator is veering wide on

SAFETY INFORMATION2-32● Do not run engine outdoors whereengine exhaust can be drawn intoa building through openings suchas windows and doors.Genuine Y

SAFETY INFORMATION2-42electric failure could result, whichcould cause a dangerous loss oflights or engine power.Aftermarket Tires and RimsThe tires an

DESCRIPTION3-13EAU10410Left view1. Radiator cap (page 7-10)2. Fuel cock (page 4-5)3. Shock absorber assembly spring preload adjusting nut (page 4-9)4.

DESCRIPTION3-23EAU10420Right view1. Shock absorber assembly compression damping force adjusting screw (page 4-9)2. Kickstarter (page 4-6)3. Front fork

DESCRIPTION3-33EAU10430Controls and instruments1. Clutch lever (page 4-1)2. Engine stop button (page 4-1)3. Brake lever (page 4-2)4. Throttle grip (pa

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-14EAU40660Handlebar switch EAU12670“ENGINE STOP” button Hold this button pushed until the enginestops in case of an

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-24EAU41261Brake lever The brake lever is located at the righthandlebar grip. To apply the frontbrake, pull the lever

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-34EAU13182Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap, turn itcounterclockwise, and then pull it off.To install the fu

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-44Your Yamaha engine has been de-signed to use premium unleaded gaso-line with a pump octane number[(R+M)/2] of 91 o

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-54wash with soap and water. If gaso-line spills on your clothing, changeyour clothes.EAU41360Fuel tank breather hose

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-64ONWith the lever in this position, fuel flowsto the carburetor. Normal riding is donewith the lever in this positi

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-74EAU46280Seat To remove the seatRemove the bolts, and then pull theseat off.To install the seat1. Fit the slot in t

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-84To increase the rebound damping forceand thereby harden the rebound damp-ing, turn the adjusting screw on eachfork

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-94EAU14791Front fork bleeding WARNINGEWA10200Always bleed both fork legs, other-wise poor handling and loss of sta-b

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-1042. To increase the spring preload andthereby harden the suspension,turn the adjusting nut in direction(a). To dec

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-114Compression damping forceTo increase the compression dampingforce and thereby harden the compres-sion damping, tu

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS4-124EAU41381Removable sidestand This motorcycle is equipped with a re-movable sidestand.TIPMake sure that the sidesta

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-15EAU15596Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. A

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-25Rear brake• Check operation.• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.• Check brake pad

EAU46090Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.U5PA88E0.book Page 1 Tuesd

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-35Front fork and rear shock ab-sorber assembly• Check that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage.

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-16EAU15951Read the Owner’s Manual carefully tobecome familiar with all controls. Ifthere is a control or functi

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-26EAU16671Shifting Shifting gears lets you control theamount of engine power available forstarting off, acceler

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-36EAU41503Engine break-in WARNINGEWA10321Failure to properly maintain the ve-hicle or performing maintenance ac

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS6-46These parts require about 30minutes of break-in operation athalf-throttle or less. Observe thecondition of th

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-17EAU17241Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lu-brication will keep your vehicle in thesafest and most efficien

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-27EAU41796Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart The following chart is intended as a general guide to mainte

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-37√5*Cylinder• Check cylinder for score marks or wear.• Clean.√• Replace. √NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfterbreak-inEveryrace

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-47NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfterbreak-inEveryraceEverythird raceEveryfifth raceAsrequired√√√13 * Carburetor• Check carbure

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-57√√21 * Brakes• Adjust lever position and pedal height.• Lubricate pivot points.• Check brake disk surface.• Che

INTRODUCTIONEAU41544Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha YZ85(Z)/YZ85LW(Z). This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experiencein the produ

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-67EAU42011TIP● Hydraulic brake service• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid levels.√√√√24

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-77• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinders and calipers, and change the br

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-87EAU19613Checking the spark plug The spark plug is an important enginecomponent, which is easy to check.Since he

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-97To install the spark plug1. Clean the surface of the spark pluggasket and its mating surface, andthen wipe off

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-107NOTICEECA10452● In order to prevent clutch slip-page (since the transmission oilalso lubricates the clutch), d

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-117is not available, use distilled wa-ter or soft tap water instead. Donot use hard water or salt watersince it i

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1279. Start the engine, and then checkthe vehicle for coolant leakage. Ifcoolant is leaking, have a Yamahadealer

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1375. Clean the sponge material withsolvent, and then squeeze the re-maining solvent out.6. Apply oil of the reco

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-147EAU42110Adjusting the carburetor The carburetor is an important part ofthe engine and requires very sophisti-c

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-1572. To increase the throttle cable freeplay, turn the adjusting nut in direc-tion (a). To decrease the throttle

INTRODUCTIONAN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS:This motorcycle is not a toy. Before you let your child ride this motorcycle, you should understand the instr

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-167● Be sure the valve stem is posi-tioned straight. A tilted valvestem indicates that the tire hasslipped from i

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-177EAU48320Spoke wheels WARNINGEWA10610The wheels on this model are not de-signed for use with tubeless tires.Do

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-187decrease the clutch lever free play,turn the adjusting nut in direction(b).7. Tighten the locknut at the clutc

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-197EAU44820Checking the shift pedal The operation of the shift pedal shouldbe checked before each ride. If opera-

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-207EAU22580Checking the brake fluid level Front brakeRear brakeInsufficient brake fluid may allow air toenter the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-217EAU22731Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change thebrake fluid at the intervals specified inthe T

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-227to chain slippage or breakage.To prevent this from occurring,keep the drive chain slack with-in the specified

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-237EAU41842Checking and lubricating the cables The operation of all control cables andthe condition of the cables

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-247EAU23182Checking and lubricating the brake pedal The operation of the brake pedalshould be checked before each

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-257EAU23250Lubricating the rear suspen-sion The pivoting points of the rear suspen-sion must be lubricated at the

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10132Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:This is the safety a

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-267EAU23283Checking the steering Worn or loose steering bearings maycause danger. Therefore, the operationof the

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-277a jack either under each side of theframe in front of the rear wheel or undereach side of the swingarm.EAU2436

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-287EAU25080Rear wheel EAU41312To remove the rear wheelWARNINGEWA10821To avoid injury, securely support thevehicle

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-2972. Install the wheel and the brake cal-iper bracket by inserting the wheelaxle from the right-hand side.TIP● M

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-307heaters or furnaces. Gasoline orgasoline vapors can ignite or ex-plode, causing severe injury orproperty damag

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-317EAU41492Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performanceCheck the fuel level inthe fuel tan

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-327Engine overheatingWARNINGEWAT1040● Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scaldi

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-18EAU37833Matte color caution NOTICEECA15192Some models are equipped withmatte colored finished parts. Besure to consult

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-28off any detergent residue usingplenty of water, as it is harmfulto plastic parts.● Do not use any harsh chemicalproduct

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-38WARNINGEWA11131Contaminants on the brakes or tirescan cause loss of control.● Make sure that there is no oil orwax on t

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATIONEAU10200YZ85(Z)/YZ85LW(Z)OWNER’S MANUAL©2009 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.1st edition, May 2009All rights reserved.Any reprint

MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE8-483. Drain the fuel tank and fuel lines,and the carburetor float chamberby loosening the drain bolt; this willprevent fue

SPECIFICATIONS9-19Dimensions:Overall length:YZ85 1818 mm (71.6 in) (AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NLD)(NOR)(POL)(PRT)(SV

SPECIFICATIONS9-29Secondary reduction ratio:YZ85 47/14 (3.357) (ZAF)YZ85 48/14 (3.428) (AUT)(BEL)(CHE)(DEU)(DNK)(ESP)(FIN)(FRA)(GBR)(GRC)(IRL)(ITA)(NL

SPECIFICATIONS9-39Operation:Right foot operationRecommended fluid:DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic forkSpring/shock absorber type:Coil spring/oil

CONSUMER INFORMATION10-110EAU40791Identification numbers Record the vehicle identification num-ber and model label information in thespaces provided b

INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ... 7-12BBrake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...

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TABLE OF CONTENTSLOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS ............1-1SAFETY INFORMATION ......2-1DESCRIPTION ..