Yamaha YZ85 2021 - Suspension and Wheel Maintenance

Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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23 * Front fork
• Check operation and for oil leakage.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Clean dust seal and lubricate with lithium-
soap-based grease.
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• Replace fork oil. √√
• Replace oil seals. √
24 *
Shock absorber as-
sembly
• Check operation and adjust.
• Tighten if necessary.
√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √
√
(After
washing
the motor-
cycle or rid-
ing in the
rain.)
25 *
Drive chain roller and
support guide
• Check for wear or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
√
26 * Rear suspension
• Check operation and tighten if necessary. √√
• Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide
grease.
√√
27 *
Swingarm pivot bear-
ings
• Check bearing assemblies for looseness.
• Lubricate with molybdenum disulfide
grease.
√√
28 * Steering head
• Check operation, free play, and tighten if
necessary.
√√
• Clean and lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.
√
• Replace bearings. √
NO. ITEM ROUTINE
After b reak-
in
Every race
Every third
race
Every fifth
race
As required
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