2017 KTM 125 SX vs 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2017 KTM 125 SX 2017 KTM 125 SX

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
87.2
2023 Kawasaki KX85 2023 Kawasaki KX85

Cross / motocross

Engine
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
75.0 kg
Full Specifications
General
ColoursOrange/white/blackLime Green
Dimensions
Length (mm)-1830 mm
Length (in.)-72.0 inches
Height (mm)-1100 mm
Height (in.)-43.3 inches
Width (in.)-30.1 inches
Width (mm)-765 mm
Seat Height (in.)37.8 inches32.7 inches
Seat Height (mm)960 mm830 mm
Ground Clearance (in.)14.8 inches11.4 inches
Wheelbase (in.)58.5 inches49.8 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1,485 mm1265 mm
Ground Clearance (mm)375 mm290 mm
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)87.2-
Wet Weight (lbs.)-165.3 pounds
Wet Weight (kg)-75.0 kg
Fuel Capacity (l)7.00 litres5.00 litres
Fuel Capacity (gal.)1.85 gallons1.32 US gallons
Dry Weight (lbs.)192.2 pounds-
Engine
Displacement (cc)124.80 cc84.0 cc
Bore x Stroke (mm)54.0 x 54.5 mm48.5 x 45.8 mm
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.1 x 2.1 inches1.9 x 1.8 inches
Displacement (ci)7.62 cubic inches5.13 cubic inches
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailReed intake.-
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni TMXCarburettor. Keihin 28mm
Compression Ratio-10.9:1
Engine Lubrication-Petrol mix
IgnitionKokusan EMSCDI with digital advance
StarterKickKick
Drivetrain
ClutchMulti-plate clutch, Brembo hydraulicsWet multidisc
Final DriveChainChain   (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Primary Drive13:50. Primary drive: 23:73.-
Chassis
Trail (in.)-3.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)11.8 inches10.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)11.8 inches10.8 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)300 mm275 mm
Trail (mm)-97 mm
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)300 mm275 mm
Frame TypeChrome-molybdenum steel central-tube frameHigh-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Suspension - FrontWP-USD, AER 48, ? 48 mm36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 20-way compression damping
Suspension - RearWP shock absorber with linkageUni-Trak® single shock system with 24-way compression and 21-way rebound damping, plus adjustable spring preload
Rake26.5°29.0°
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)260 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)10.2 inches-
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc. Petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearingsSingle disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
RimsCNC machined hubs. Excel rims. Wire spoked.Wire spoked
Tyres - Front-70/100-17