Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Kawasaki KX 85 is a competitive 84cc two-stroke minibike engineered for young and intermediate riders developing their motocross skills. Known for its responsive power delivery and agile handling characteristics, this liquid-cooled machine delivers the performance and reliability expected in youth racing competition.
2011
General information | |
| Category | Minibike, cross |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Kawasaki KX 85 Motocross |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin PWK28 |
| Bore x stroke | 48.5 x 45.8 mm (1.9 x 1.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Capacity: | 84.00 ccm (5.13 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 90/100-14 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 70/100-17 |
| Rear suspension | UNI-TRAK single shock system with 4 position compression and 20 position damping adjustment plus adjustable spring preload/ 10.8 in. |
| Front suspension | 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18 position compression damping adjustment/ 10.8 in. |
| Trail | 89 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Frame type | High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 5.68 litres (1.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,255 mm (49.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 340 mm (13.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 734 mm (28.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,821 mm (71.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,054 mm (41.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 841 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 69.0 kg (152.1 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Lime Green |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track80%
City5%
Cornering85%
Daily Riding5%
Touring5%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a competition minibike built for young, developing motocross riders who already have solid off-road fundamentals, not a beginner's first bike. |
| Purpose | It exists purely to race and train on motocross tracks, letting a lighter, smaller rider learn race craft on a scaled-down but genuinely capable dirt bike. |
| Rider Fit | Its tiny 69kg mass and low-mid seat height suit a smaller, lighter junior rider rather than a full-size adult. |
| Character | It behaves like a miniature full-size motocrosser, sharp, high-revving, and eager to be thrown around jumps and berms rather than cruised anywhere. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not for road use, commuting, passengers, or larger adult riders looking for touring comfort or top-end speed. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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