Positioned in Yamaha's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2024 Yamaha YZ85LW utilizes a 85 cc (5.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 47.5 x 47.8 mm (1.9 x 1.9 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YZ85LW measures 75 kg (165 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 884 mm (34.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,285 mm (50.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.92-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 2009 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Front SuspensionKYB Inverted fork; fully adjustable
Front Travel275 mm (10.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionKYB Single shock; fully adjustable
Rear Travel287 mm (11.3 inches)
Wheelbase1285 mm (50.6 inches)
Ground Clearance360 mm (14.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre70/100-19
Rear Tyre90/100-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø190 mm (7.5 inches)
WheelsDunlop® Geomax MX3S tires
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.75.0 kg (165.3 pounds)
Seat Height884 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1175 mm (46.3 inches)
Overall Length1895 mm (74.6 inches)
Overall Width760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity4.92 litres (1.30 US gallons)
Other
StarterKick
Color OptionsTeam Yamaha Blue
Warranty30 Day Limited Factory Warranty
Notes
Carefully matched to suit the YPVS™-equipped engine, the exhaust expansion chamber optimizes gas flow for enhanced power delivery, especially in the low- and mid-range.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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