Yamaha's profilation of this bike |
Enhanced styling for a new front fender, front number plate, radiator shroud and side number plates. New coloring on the triple clamps and handlebars mimics the styling of the big YZs. Improved air intake efficiency as well as intake/exhaust port timing has been revised for improved performance. |
General information |
Motorcycle name
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Yamaha YZ85 |
Model year
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2015 |
Category
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Cross / motocross |
Price as new | US$ 4090. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Rating
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2.8 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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85.0 ccm (5.19 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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Single cylinder, two-stroke |
Engine details
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Reed-valve-inducted |
Compression
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8.2:1 |
Bore x stroke
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47.5 x 47.8 mm (1.9 x 1.9 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Keihin PWK 28 |
Ignition
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CDI |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
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Multiplate |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Rake (fork angle)
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28.0° |
Front suspension
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Inverted fork |
Front wheel travel
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274 mm (10.8 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Single shock |
Rear wheel travel
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282 mm (11.1 inches) |
Front tire
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70/100-17 |
Rear tire
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90/100-14 |
Front brakes
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Single disc. Hydraulic. |
Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. Hydraulic. |
Diameter
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190 mm (7.5 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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71.2 kg (157.0 pounds) |
Seat height
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841 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1125 mm (44.3 inches) |
Overall length
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1821 mm (71.7 inches) |
Overall width
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759 mm (29.9 inches) |
Ground clearance
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330 mm (13.0 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1257 mm (49.5 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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4.92 litres (1.30 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Team Yamaha Blue/White |
Starter
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Electric |
Factory warranty
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30 Day Limited Factory Warranty |
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