Yamaha YZ85/LW EU

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Yamaha YZ85/LW EU
Manufacturer
Production 2013
Class Enduro
Engine
Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, reed valve
Bore / Stroke 48.3mm x 48.3mm
Compression ratio 8.2:1
Transmission Gear box: Constant Mesh, 6-speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Multiplate wet clutch
Suspension Front: Upside-down telescopic fork, 275 mm travel
Rear: Swingarm, (link suspension), 282 mm
Brakes Front: Single Disc, 220 mm
Rear: Single Disc, 190 mm
Front Tire 70/100-17 40M
Rear Tire 90/100-14 49M
Wheelbase 49.41 inches (1255 mm)
Length 71.61 inches (1819 mm)
Width 29.8 inches (757 mm)
Seat Height 34.02 inches (864 mm)
Weight 71.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha YZ85/LW EU was a Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, reed valve Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 2013.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 48.3mm bore x 48.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 85.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a Constant Mesh, 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Multiplate wet clutch.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 70/100-17 40M front tire and a 90/100-14 49M rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single Disc, 220 mm in the front and a Single Disc, 190 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Upside-down telescopic fork, 275 mm travel while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm, (link suspension), 282 mm. The wheelbase was 49.41 inches (1255 mm) long.

2013 - 2017 Yamaha YZ85/LW EU[edit | edit source]

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A truly lightweight MX racer and weekend fun machine, the European 2013 Yamaha YZ85 is also offered in a Large Wheel (LW) trim for better coping with the obstacles and helping the taller riders ride in a more comfortable position. This means that as your kid grows up, you can still use the bike by replacing the standard wheels with the bigger ones and provide even more terrainability to the bike.

The 2013 Yamaha YZ85 is a premium choice for the new generation of off-road and MX riders and a great way to introduce the basics of dirt riding to the youngsters. The 2-stroke engine has plenty of torque to offer and is a nifty complement for the impeccable steering and slim bodywork.