Motocross Bikes
2017Kawasaki KX85
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The 2017 Kawasaki KX85 is a two-stroke minicross bike for young racers. Its liquid-cooled 84cc single drives a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 841 mm seat, 69 kg wet weight and 5.7-litre tank make it a light, fast and proven youth competition machine.
- Capacity
- 84.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 65.0 kg
- Seat height
- 841 mm
- Power
- Not on record
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What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki KX85
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 85.0 ccm (5.19 cubic inches) | 84.0 ccm (5.13 cubic inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.00 litres (1.32 US gallons) | 5.70 litres (1.51 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping | 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in. |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak single-shock system with 4-way compression and 16-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload | UNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 4-way compression and 16-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in. |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Purpose-built for motocross track racing and aggressive off-road riding, with a 2-stroke engine tuned for peaky, high-revving power delivery.
- Built for
- A snappy, high-strung 2-stroke that rewards clutch skill and revs, delivering sharp, flickable handling ideal for tight motocross circuits.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for taller adult riders, road use, commuting, or anyone wanting a comfortable, low-maintenance everyday bike.
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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- Capacity
- 84.0 ccm
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 48.5 x 45.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Petrol mix
- Power
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multidisc
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1255 mm
- Overall length
- 1821 mm
- Overall width
- 734 mm
- Overall height
- 1054 mm
- Seat height
- 841 mm
- Dry weight
- 65.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 69.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 340 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
- Front suspension
- 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 4-way compression and 16-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 275 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 275 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 97 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 70/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 90/90-14
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2002 | 2008 | 2015 | 2017 | 2021 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 84 cc | 84 cc | 85 cc | 84 cc | 84 cc | 84 cc |
| Dry weight | 65 kg | 65 kg | 65 kg | 65 kg | 65 kg | 65 kg |
| Seat height | 841 mm | 841 mm | 841 mm | 841 mm | 830 mm | 831 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 5 L | 5 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 Kawasaki KX85?
The 2017 Kawasaki KX85 has a Capacity of 84.0 ccm (5.13 cubic inches).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KX85 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki KX85 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KX85 weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki KX85 has a Dry weight of 65.0 kg (143.3 pounds).
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