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2011Yamaha YZ85LW

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The 2011 Yamaha YZ85LW is the large-wheel version of Yamaha's 85cc youth motocross bike, for taller young racers. Its liquid-cooled 84.7cc two-stroke single drives through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 864 mm seat, 71 kg wet weight and 5-litre tank suit riders moving up from smaller bikes.

Capacity
84.7 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
66.0 kg
Seat height
864 mm
Power
Not on record
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 20Agility 77Comfort 25Off-road 90Touring 5Road manners 10
Off-road & trail90%
Cornering80%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring3%
Two-up0%
Track85%
Best for
It is a dedicated amateur motocross competition bike designed for closed-course tracks, not a general-purpose or road-legal machine.
Built for
The 2-stroke engine and lightweight chassis reward an aggressive, high-revving riding style with sharp, flickable handling on jumps and tight turns.
Not ideal for
This is not suitable for adult riders, street use, touring, commuting, or anyone seeking a comfortable, low-maintenance everyday vehicle.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 864mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2011 Yamaha YZ85LW, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
84.7 ccm
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Bore x stroke
47.5 x 47.8 mm
Compression
8.2:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Premix
Power
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multiple-disc coil spring
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1255 mm
Overall length
1818 mm
Overall width
758 mm
Overall height
1161 mm
Seat height
864 mm
Dry weight
66.0 kg
Wet weight
71.0 kg
Fuel capacity
5.00 litres
Ground clearance
351 mm
Oil capacity
0.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Semi-double cradle
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear suspension
Swingarm (link suspension)
Front wheel travel
275 mm
Rear wheel travel
282 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
106 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
190 mm
Front tyre
70/100-17
Rear tyre
90/100-14
Other
Color options
Blue

Specs last verified against published sources: .

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200220082011201520212027
Capacity 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc
Dry weight 69 kg 66 kg 66 kg 66 kg 66 kg 66 kg
Seat height 902 mm 864 mm 864 mm 904 mm 904 mm 884 mm
Fuel capacity 5 L 5 L 5 L 5 L 5 L 4.9 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Yamaha YZ85LW?

The 2011 Yamaha YZ85LW has a Capacity of 84.7 ccm (5.17 cubic inches).

How many gears does the Yamaha YZ85LW have?

The 2011 Yamaha YZ85LW has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Yamaha YZ85LW weigh?

The 2011 Yamaha YZ85LW has a Dry weight of 66.0 kg (145.5 pounds).

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