Built around Kawasaki's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2006 Kawasaki KX 85 pairs a 84 cc (5.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 48.5 x 45.8 mm (1.9 x 1.8 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KX 85 measures 65 kg (143 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 841 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,255 mm (49.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.67-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 2002 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
841 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement84.0 ccm (5.13 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke48.5 x 45.8 mm (1.9 x 1.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin PWK28
IgnitionDigital CDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Rake27.0°
Front Suspension36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
Rear SuspensionUNI-TRAK® single-shock system with 4-way compression and
Wheelbase1255 mm (49.4 inches)
Ground Clearance340 mm (13.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre70/90-x17
Rear Tyre90/90-x14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight65.0 kg (143.3 pounds)
Seat Height841 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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