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2027Kawasaki KX 85 II

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The 2027 Kawasaki KX85 L is the big-wheel version of Kawasaki's KX85 two-stroke motocrosser, for taller young racers moving up from minis. Its 84cc engine drives a 6-speed gearbox, with an 865mm seat, a 5-litre tank and a 78.2kg wet weight.

Capacity
84.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
68.0 kg
Seat height
865 mm
Power
Not on record
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 35Agility 92Comfort 25Off-road 88Touring 10Road manners 15
Off-road & trail88%
Cornering80%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring5%
Two-up0%
Track75%
Best for
It exists purely for motocross track competition and off-road training, designed to teach race craft on a machine sized appropriately for smaller riders.
Built for
The two-stroke 84cc engine paired with fully adjustable long-travel suspension gives a peaky, revvy, eager character that rewards aggressive clutch and throttle use on the track.
Not ideal for
This is not suitable for adult commuting, road use, touring, or carrying passengers, as it lacks lights, road certification, and adult-appropriate ergonomics and power.

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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At 865mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2027 Kawasaki KX 85 II, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
84.0 ccm
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Bore x stroke
48.5 x 45.8 mm
Compression
10.9:1
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 multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1310 mm
Overall length
1935 mm
Overall width
800 mm
Overall height
1165 mm
Seat height
865 mm
Dry weight
68.0 kg
Wet weight
78.2 kg
Fuel capacity
5.00 litres
Ground clearance
330 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Perimeter, aluminium
Front suspension
36 mm inverted telescopic fork with 20-way compression damping
Rear suspension
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with adjustable spring preload, 24-way compression and 21-way rebound
Front wheel travel
275 mm
Rear wheel travel
305 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
108 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
240 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
70/100-19 42M
Rear tyre
90/100-16 51M
Other
Color options
Lime Green

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20222023202520262027
Capacity 85 cc 85 cc 84 cc 84 cc 84 cc
Dry weight 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg 68 kg
Seat height 870 mm 870 mm 870 mm 865 mm 865 mm
Fuel capacity 5 L 5 L 5 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 KX 85 II?

The 2027 Kawasaki KX 85 II has a Capacity of 84.0 ccm (5.13 cubic inches).

How many gears does the Kawasaki KX 85 II have?

The 2027 Kawasaki KX 85 II has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Kawasaki KX 85 II weigh?

The 2027 Kawasaki KX 85 II has a Dry weight of 68.0 kg (149.9 pounds).

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