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Yamaha YZ85 2017 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2017 Yamaha YZ85.



Yamaha YZ85 2017 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Yamaha
Model
YZ85
Year
2017
Category
Cross / motocross

Dimensions and Weight

Ground Clearance
330 mm / 13.0 inches
Overall Height
1,125 mm / 44.3 inches
Overall Length
1,821 mm / 71.7 inches
Overall Width
759 mm / 29.9 inches
Kerb Weight
71.2 kg / 157.0 pounds
Wheelbase
1,257 mm / 49.5 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
47.5 x 47.8 mm / 1.9 x 1.9 inches
Compression
8.2:1
Engine Detail
Reed-valve-inducted
Engine Type
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Ignition
CDI
Starter
Electric

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Clutch
Wet multi-disc

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Carburettor. Keihin PWK 28
Fuel Capacity
4.92 litres / 1.30 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
Inverted fork
Front Wheel Travel
274 mm / 10.8 inches
Rear Suspension
Single shock
Rear Wheel Travel
282 mm / 11.1 inches

Tires and Rims

Front Tire
70/100-17
Rear Tire
90/100-14

Brakes

Front Brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Diameter
220 mm / 8.7 inches
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Diameter
190 mm / 7.5 inches

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Factory Warranty
30 Day Limited Factory Warranty
Colour Options
Blue/White

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