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Yamaha YZ85 - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Yamaha YZ85 is a lightweight 85cc two-stroke dirt bike engineered for young and intermediate riders progressing through competitive motocross. Its compact frame, 161-pound weight, and responsive liquid-cooled engine deliver sharp handling and quick acceleration ideal for learning racecraft on closed tracks. Known for reliability and nimble performance, the YZ85 remains the benchmark youth racing machine.
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Capacity | 85cc |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed; multiplate wet clutch |
| Induction | Hitachi Astemo® Keihin PWK28 carburetor |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2~9.6:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 47.5mm x 47.8mm |
| Engine Type | 85cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke; reed-valve inducted |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Ground Clearance | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Overall Height | 1135 mm (44.7 in) |
| Overall Width | 760 mm (29.9 in) |
| Overall Length | 1,820 mm (71.7 in) |
| Wet Weight | 161 lb |
| Wheelbase | 49.4 in |
| Seat Height | 33.1 in |
| Fuel Capacity | 1.3 gal |
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Yamaha YZ85 dimensions and frame | |
| Trail | 3.5 in |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track85%
City5%
Cornering90%
Daily Riding5%
Touring3%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a youth/amateur competition machine best suited to developing riders with prior dirt bike experience moving up from smaller minis, not adult novices or road riders. |
| Purpose | Built purely for motocross racing and track practice, not for trail riding, commuting, or general recreation. |
| Rider Fit | Its tiny 161 lb wet weight and low seat height suit smaller, lighter riders, typically pre-teens to young teens, rather than full-grown adults. |
| Character | A high-strung, rev-happy two-stroke that rewards aggressive clutch and throttle work with sharp, flickable handling on motocross tracks. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for adult riders, highway use, long-distance touring, or anyone seeking a comfortable or forgiving first bike. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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