Victory: Never given, always earned.
Many of today’s pro riders started their careers on the YZ85. And when you take a look at what this bike has to offer you can see why. Its high performance 85cc liquid-cooled 2-stroke engine is equipped with Yamaha’s race-bred YPVS that gives you holeshot-winning acceleration. And its adjustable suspension systems are built to master the toughest tracks.
The YZ85 also comes with a lightweight aluminium rear frame and aluminium swingarm, large diameter disc brakes and a high-efficiency air intake – just like the bigger YZ125. For maximum rider control there’s a flat seat, slim body, and an ergonomic fuel tank. And with the Icon Blue color and new graphics completing the looks, the YZ85 is ready to power you to the next level.
Features
Slim bodywork
The YZ85 is equipped with dynamic slimline bodywork inspired by the YZ125. Uniform and narrow radiator shrouds give an aggressive and balanced look that underlines the YZ85’s winning heritage.
Flat seat and ergonomic fuel tank
A flat seat and ergonomic fuel tank allow for easy front/rear weight shifting for optimum control. The seat design accommodates a single bolt seat fixing, making routine maintenance easy and quick.
Lightweight aluminium rear subframe
A detachable aluminium rear subframe helps to keep the YZ85’s weight to a minimum and also contributes towards the bike’s lightweight agility by centralizing mass
Aluminium swingarm
The YZ85 is equipped with an aluminium swingarm featuring a finely tuned rigidity balance that contributes towards chassis stability and helps to achieve high levels of rear wheel traction.
85cc liquid cooled 2-stroke engine with YPVS
The 85cc liquid cooled engine benefits from the Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS) that boosts overall performance and contributes towards the bike’s easy-to-use torque. Running with a high compression ratio – and equipped with a close ratio 6-speed transmission – the YZ85 delivers outstanding acceleration with race winning power.
High-efficiency air intake system
The air intake system incorporates side panels with large rear facing vents that are specifically designed to give a straight airflow into the engine’s airbox for high levels of intake efficiency and improved engine performance.
Fully adjustable 36mm KYB upside down front forks
Featuring specially machined one-piece tapered outer tubes to match the rigidity balance of the frame – and equipped with 36mm inner tubes – the upside down KYB front forks provide optimized damping settings. Combined with the fully adjustable low friction cartridge design, the YZ85 has the most sophisticated front fork design ever used on a youth YZ motocross bike.
Link-type Monocross rear suspension
Like the front forks, the Monocross rear suspension is directly descended from the advanced technology used on Yamaha’s factory race bikes. The aluminum swingarm activates the progressive link-type Monocross suspension to give 287mm of rear wheel travel, that can handle everything from washboard sections through to hard landings.
Self-cleaning wave discs
For powerful and controllable braking the YZ85 features self-cleaning wave type discs – with a 220mm front and 190mm rear. And for linear rear braking and plenty of feel there’s a one-piece rear master cylinder with a built-in sub-reservoir.
YZ 85
Offer Ends 31/12/2025
Yamaha - WIN A £500 SERVICE VOUCHER
Your Next Visit to your dealership might earn you a free service in 2026!
From now until the end of 2025 we're offering you the chance to win a £500 service voucher. All you have to do is get your Yamaha (motorcycle, scooter, ATV or marine engine) serviced at an Official Yamaha Dealership using Genuine Yamaha Parts and Yamalube.
Once your service is complete, just make sure your dealer logs the service online via our Digital Service Records (which you can view via your MyYamaha account) and you'll be entered into the prize draw.
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FAQs
What Yamaha products does this service offer cover?
Yamaha Motorcycles, Scooters, ATVs and Marine engines are all included in this service opportunity.
Is there a limit to how old my Yamaha can be?
There is no product age limit for eligability into the service voucher competition.
Do I have to use Yamalube and Yamaha Genuine Parts?
In order to be eligible to win the £500 service voucher, the registered service must use Yamalube and Genuine Yamaha Parts.
Services which utilise aftermarket lubiractions and parts will not be eligible for entry.
Can I perform the service myself?
Only servicing which has been carried out and logged by an Official Yamaha Dealership will be considered for entry into the competition.
How do I know my service has been digitally logged?
When you register for a MyYamaha account, you will have the option to add your Yamaha product and create a link to the digital service records.
Terms & Conditions
Please Read Carefully.
Eligibility:
The competition open to any UK resident over 16 years old excluding employees of Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. Branch UK and Official Yamaha Motor Dealers.
One entry will be granted per service.
How to Enter:
Simply have any service at any participating Official Yamaha Dealership using only Genuine Yamaha Parts and Yamalube oil on any Yamaha model (motorcycle, scooter, ATV or marine product) during the promotional period.
A copy of the service must be recorded by the Yamaha Motor dealer on the Yamaha Digital Service platform.
No purchase is necessary. You can enter by sending your name, email and telephone number to webmaster@yamaha-motor.co.uk before the end of the competition date with the subjct line - WIN A £500 SERVICE VOUCHER.
Prize:
The prize is £500 towards a future service.
The prize will be credit to the winners nominated Official Yamaha Motor Dealer who will use it against the future service on your Yamaha Motor product.
The prize needs to be taken by 31st December 2026.
Running time of Competition:
This competition is open from 6th August 2025 until 31st December 2025.
Winner Draw and Announcement:
The winner will be drawn at random on 7th January 2026 from all those that have a Digital Service Record uploaded between the promotional dates and who have had Genuine Yamaha Parts and Yamalube oil fitted during the service.
The winner will be selected via an automated random number generation process, verified by the Promoter and overseen by an independent person.
The winner will be informed on or before 14th January 2026 by either telephone or email.
For the winner’s names, please email webmaster@yamaha-motor.co.uk.
General Terms and Conditions:
The Promoter reserves the right to cancel or award a different prize up to the same value due to circumstances beyond their control.
The Promoter's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or other prizes.
The Promoter is not responsible for lost competition entries.
If you are the winner of the competition, the Promoter reserved the right to use your name and image for any reasonable promotional purposes.
Any personal data relating to competition entrants will be used in accordance with the Promoter’s privacy policy which can be found here.
The Promoter is Yamaha Motor Europe NV, Branch UK of Units A2-A3, Kingswey Business Park, Forsyth Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 5SA.
Engine type | Liquid-cooled, Single cylinder, Reed valve with YPVS, 2-stroke |
Displacement | 85cc |
Bore x stroke | 47.5 × 47.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 8,2 - 9,6 : 1 |
Lubrication system | Premix |
Clutch type | Wet, Multiple Disc |
Ignition system | CDI |
Starter system | Kick |
Transmission system | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
Final transmission | Chain |
Fuel system | Keihin PWK28/1 |
Frame | Semi double cradle |
Caster angle | 26° 00′ |
Trail | 99 mm |
Front suspension system | Telescopic fork |
Rear suspension system | Swingarm, (Link type suspension) |
Front travel | 275 mm |
Rear travel | 287 mm |
Front brake | Hydraulic Single Disc, Ø220 mm |
Rear brake | Hydraulic Single Disc, Ø190 mm |
Front tyre | 70/100-19 42M Tube type |
Rear tyre | 90/100-16 52M Tube type |
Overall length | 1895 mm |
Overall width | 760 mm |
Overall height | 1175 mm |
Seat height | 885 mm |
Wheel base | 1285 mm |
Minimum ground clearance | 360 mm |
Wet weight (including full oil and fuel tank) | 75 kg |
Fuel tank capacity | 5.0 L |
Oil tank capacity | 0.5 L |
In order to reserve this Yamaha YZ, you can place a fully refundable deposit of £99. Simply click on the the button below to proceed via a secure, one time and fully refundable payment of £99.
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