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Yamaha YZ85 2019 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2019 Yamaha YZ85.



Yamaha YZ85 2019 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Yamaha
Model
YZ85
Year
2019
Category
Cross / motocross

Dimensions and Weight

Ground Clearance
330 mm / 13.0 inches
Overall Height
1146 mm / 45.1 inches
Overall Length
1821 mm / 71.7 inches
Overall Width
759 mm / 29.9 inches
Kerb Weight
73.0 kg / 161.0 pounds
Wheelbase
1255 mm / 49.4 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
47.5 x 47.8 mm / 1.9 x 1.9 inches
Engine Capacity
85.0 cc / 5.19 cubic 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   (final drive)
Gearbox
6-speed
Clutch
Wet multi-disc

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Carburettor. Keihin PWK 28
Fuel Capacity
4.92 litres / 1.30 US 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
Rims
Dunlop tyres

Brakes

Front Brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic.

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Factory Warranty
30 Day Limited Factory Warranty
Colour Options
Team Yamaha Blue

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