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2008KTM 85 SX 17-14

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The 2008 KTM 85 SX 17/14 is a liquid-cooled two-stroke minibike designed for young riders progressing from smaller dirt bikes. Featuring a responsive 85cc single-cylinder engine and nimble handling, it excels in motocross competition and trail riding for intermediate junior riders seeking more performance.

Capacity
84.9 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
66.0 kg
Seat height
845 mm
Power
Not on record
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What’s new for the 2008 KTM 85 SX 17-14

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Seat height 865 mm (34.1 inches) 845 mm (33.3 inches)
Front suspension WP USD, 43 mm WP USD 43 mm (1.69
Front brakes Single disc Single disc. Bremo
Rear brakes Single disc Single disc. Bremo
Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 40Agility 87Comfort 18Off-road 93Touring 4Road manners 15
Off-road & trail93%
Cornering10%
City riding5%
Daily riding4%
Touring2%
Two-up0%
Track6%
Best for
A dedicated youth motocross racer built for closed dirt circuits, jumps and berms - pure competition, not transport.
Built for
Sharp, revvy and aggressive - a snappy liquid-cooled two-stroke that rewards commitment with explosive acceleration and razor agility.
Not ideal for
Not for road use, commuting, touring or passengers; no lights, kick-start only, knobby tires and race-only intent make it street-illegal.

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 845mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2008 KTM 85 SX 17-14, 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
84.9 ccm
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Bore x stroke
47.0 x 49.0 mm
Compression
12.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Ignition
Moric digital 2M1
Lubrication system
Mixture lubrication 1:40
Power
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1290 mm
Seat height
845 mm
Dry weight
66.0 kg
Fuel capacity
5.00 litres
Ground clearance
385 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double grinded central double-cradle-type frame
Front suspension
WP USD 43 mm (1.69
Rear suspension
WP monoshock PDS
Front wheel travel
270 mm
Rear wheel travel
125 mm
Rake (fork angle)
24.0°
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Bremo
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Bremo
Rear brakes diameter
200 mm
Front tyre
70/100-17
Rear tyre
90/100-14

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 200520082011201620222027
Capacity 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc 85 cc
Dry weight 68 kg 66 kg 66 kg 68 kg 67 kg 68 kg
Seat height 900 mm 845 mm 845 mm 855 mm 865 mm 845 mm
Fuel capacity 5 L 5 L 5 L 5 L 5.2 L 5.4 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 KTM 85 SX 17-14?

The 2008 KTM 85 SX 17-14 has a Capacity of 84.9 ccm (5.18 cubic inches).

How many gears does the KTM 85 SX 17-14 have?

The 2008 KTM 85 SX 17-14 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the KTM 85 SX 17-14 weigh?

The 2008 KTM 85 SX 17-14 has a Dry weight of 66.0 kg (145.5 pounds).

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