2023 Kawasaki KX85 vs 2017 KTM 65 SX

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 Kawasaki KX85 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
75.0 kg
2017 KTM 65 SX 2017 KTM 65 SX

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
53
Full Specifications
General
ColoursLime GreenOrange/white/black
Dimensions
Width (mm)765 mm-
Width (in.)30.1 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1265 mm1,137 mm
Wheelbase (in.)49.8 inches44.8 inches
Ground Clearance (in.)11.4 inches11.0 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)290 mm280 mm
Height (in.)43.3 inches-
Height (mm)1100 mm-
Length (in.)72.0 inches-
Length (mm)1830 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.7 inches29.5 inches
Seat Height (mm)830 mm750 mm
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)75.0 kg-
Wet Weight (lbs.)165.3 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)1.32 US gallons0.92 gallons
Dry Weight (lbs.)-116.8 pounds
Fuel Capacity (l)5.00 litres3.50 litres
Dry Weight (kg)-53
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)1.9 x 1.8 inches1.8 x 1.6 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)48.5 x 45.8 mm45.0 x 40.8 mm
Displacement (cc)84.0 cc64.85 cc
Displacement (ci)5.13 cubic inches3.96 cubic inches
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Detail-Reed intake.
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin 28mmCarburettor. Mikuni TMX
Compression Ratio10.9:1-
Engine LubricationPetrol mixMixture oil lubrication
IgnitionCDI with digital advanceAET digital EMS
StarterKickKick
Drivetrain
ClutchWet multidiscWet, multi-disc clutch, Formula hydraulics
Final DriveChain   (final drive)Chain
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Primary Drive-14:48. Primary drive: 23:75 straight cut spur gear.
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)10.8 inches8.5 inches
Trail (mm)97 mm-
Trail (in.)3.8 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)10.8 inches10.6 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)275 mm270 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)275 mm215 mm
Frame TypeHigh-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe memberCentral-tube frame with double-cradle
Suspension - Front36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression dampingWP upside-down ? 35 mm
Suspension - RearUni-Trak® single shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preloadWP shock absorber
Rake29.0°25.5°
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)-198 mm
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)-7.8 inches
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)-160 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)-6.3 inches
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Petal disc with dual-piston caliperSingle disc. Four-piston calipers. Wave brake discs.
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliperSingle disc. Two-piston calipers. Wave brake discs.
RimsWire spokedBlack anodized, aluminum rims
Tyres - Front70/100-17-