PROVEN PERFORMANCE.
2020 Kawasaki KX85:
The KX™85 motorcycle defines a “big bike in a small package” and has been strategically developed to meet the standards of youth racers searching for the upper hand over the competition. Embedded with the performance and winning technology of the KX lineup, the KX85 relies on its instantaneous power, nimble handling, and factory-race inspired styling to reach the checkered flag first.
The two-stroke, single cylinder 85cc engine is equipped with the highly advanced KIPS® powervalve system that generates an easy-to-use wide-spread powerband. Championship performance requires power and reliability, which is exactly why the KX85 stands above the competition.
KX™85 motorcycles bring Kawasaki’s proven performance to the amateur ranks. Proportionate power of the 84cc engine and race-ready technology grant young racers the championship-winning advantage they need to sharpen their skills.
From their first ride to lifting the trophy, legends choose KX – Created to dominate and built for winners, the KX65 and new KX85 are competition ready machines designed to encourage the green shoots of youth talent allowing it to blossom into full-blown race wins and Championship success.
2020 Kawasaki KX85 Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 7-inch seat height
- Front and rear disc brakes
- High tensile steel perimeter frame
2020 Kawasaki KX85 Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
ENGINE
Proven Performance
High-performance 84cc two-stroke engine produces crisp, responsive power and offers proven durability to finish each ride with confidence. A close ratio six-speed transmission and manual clutch allow aspiring racers to hone their shifting skills and get maximum performance out of the KX™85 motorcycle.
SUSPENSION
Exceptional Control
33mm inverted cartridge fork features adjustable compression damping, enabling excellent tuning throughout the impressive 10.8 inches of travel. The Uni-Trak® rear suspension is just as versatile with a fully-adjustable KYB® shock, also featuring 10.8 inches of travel.
ERGONOMICS
Built To Fit
KX™85 motorcycle grows with your young racer thanks to the ERGO-FIT® system. Featuring six-position adjustable handlebar mounts, ERGO-FIT enables riders to set their ideal ride position.
PROPORTIONATE PLATFORM
Green Beginnings
KX™85 motorcycles bring Kawasaki’s proven performance to the amateur ranks. Proportionate power on a championship-winning platform grants young racers the advantage they need to sharpen their skills.
2020 Kawasaki KX85 – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $4349 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $5049 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £3999 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Power
Engine
2-stroke, 1-cylinder, piston reed, valve, water-cooled
Displacement
84cc
Bore x Stroke
48.5 x 45.8mm
Compression Ratio
10.9:1 (low speed) – 9.0:1 (high speed)
Fuel System
Keihin PWK28
Ignition
Electric CDI with digital advance
Transmission
6-speed, return shift
Final Drive
Chain
Performance
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel
36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping/10.8 in
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel
Uni-Trak® single shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload/10.8 in
Front Tire
70/100-17
Rear Tire
90/100-14
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Details
Frame Type
High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Rake/Trail
29°/3.8 in
Overall Length
72.0 in
Overall Width
30.1 in
Overall Height
43.3 in
Ground Clearance
11.4 in
Seat Height
32.7 in
Curb Weight
165.3 lb**
Fuel Capacity
1.32 gal
Wheelbase
49.8 in
Color Choices
Lime Green
Warranty
Not Available
Kawasaki Protection Plus™ (optional)
Not Available
**Curb weight includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90 percent capacity) and tool kit (if supplied).
KAWASAKI CARES: Read Owner’s Manual and all on-product warnings. Always wear a helmet, eye protection and proper apparel. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Adhere to the maintenance schedule in your Owner’s Manual. ©2019 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Specifications subject to change.
2020 Kawasaki KX85 – Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
| Displacement | 84cc |
| Type | 2-stroke, Single with KIPS |
| Bore and stroke | 48.5 x 45.8 mm |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Compression ratio | 10.9 (low speed), 9.0 (high speed) |
| Fuel system | Keihin PWK28 carburetor |
| Ignition | Digital-CDI |
| Lubrication | Petrol mix (32:1), 2-stroke racing oil |
| Induction | 2-petal carbon-fibre piston reed valve |
Brakes
| Front: type | Single 220 mm disc |
| Front: calipers | Single-piston caliper |
| Rear: type | Single 184 mm disc |
| Rear: calipers | Single-piston caliper |
Dimensions
| Overall length | 1,830 mm (71.7 in.) |
| Overall width | 765 mm (28.9 in.) |
| Overall height | 1,100 mm (41.5 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 1,265 mm (49.4 in.) |
| Ground clearance | 290 mm (11.4 in.) |
| Seat height | 830 mm (33.1 in.) |
| Curb mass** | 75 kg (152.1 lbs) |
| Fuel capacity | 5 litres (1.2 gal.) |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Primary reduction ratio | 3.400 (68/20) |
| Gear ratio: 1st | 2.538 (33/13) |
| Gear ratio: 2nd | 1.875 (30/16) |
| Gear ratio: 3rd | 1.500 (27/18) |
| Gear ratio: 4th | 1.250 (25/20) |
| Gear ratio: 5th | 1.090 (24/22) |
| Gear ratio: 6th | 0.956 (22/23) |
| Final reduction ratio | 3.571 (50/14) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc |
Frame
| Type | Tubular semi-double cradle, high tensile steel |
| Wheel travel: front | 275 mm (10.8 in.) |
| Tire: front | 70/100-17 |
| Wheel travel: rear | 275 mm (10.8 in.) |
| Tire: rear | 90/100-14 |
| Caster (rake) | 29° |
| Trail | 97 mm (3.5 in.) |
| Steering angle (left/right) | 45° / 45° |
Suspension
| Suspension, front | 36 mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping |
| Suspension, rear | Uni-Trak single-shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload |
2020 Kawasaki KX85 – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Engine type
Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke Single with KIPS
Displacement
84 cm³
Displacement
84 cm³
Bore x stroke
48.5 x 45.8 mm
Compression ratio
10.9:1 (low speed); 9.0:1 (high speed)
Valve system
Piston reed valve
Fuel system
Carburettor: Keihin PWK 28
Ignition
Digital CDI
Starting System
Primary Kick
Lubrication
Petrol mix
Transmission
Transmission
6-speed
Final drive
Chain
Primary Reduction Ratio
3.400 (68/20)
Gear Ratios 1st
2.538 (33/13)
Gear Ratios 2nd
1.875 (30/16)
Gear Ratios 3rd
1.500 (27/18)
Gear Ratios 4th
1.250 (25/20)
Gear Ratios 5th
1.090 (24/22)
Final reduction ratio
3.923 (51/13)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc
Brakes & Suspension
Brakes, front
Single 220 mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston
Brakes, rear
Single 184 mm disc. Caliper: Single-piston
Suspension, front
36 mm inverted telescopic fork with 20-way compression damping
Suspension, rear
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with adjustable preload, 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping
Frame & Dimensions
Frame type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Trail
108 mm
Wheel travel front
275 mm
Wheel travel rear
275 mm
Tyre, front
70/100-19 42M
Tyre, rear
90/100-16 52M
Steering angle, left / right
45° / 45°
L x W x H
1,920 x 765 x 1,150 mm
Wheelbase
1,310 mm
Ground clearance
330 mm
Fuel capacity
5 litres
Seat height
870 mm
Curb mass
77 kg
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