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RM85

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2020 Suzuki RM85 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Suzuki's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2020 Suzuki RM85 utilizes a 84.7 cc (5.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 48.0 x 46.8 mm (1.9 x 1.8 inches) with a 9.5:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the RM85 measures 73 kg (161 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 850 mm (33.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,240 mm (48.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 17 indexed model years from 2008 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
850 mm (33.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 84.7 ccm (5.17 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Reed-valve
Compression 9.5:1
Bore x Stroke 48.0 x 46.8 mm (1.9 x 1.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 0
Fuel System Carburettor. Keihin PE28
Fuel Control Reed valve / power valve
Ignition Digital CDI mapping
Lubrication Fuel/Oil premixture of 30:1
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-plate rack-and-pinion activated clutch
Driveline Chain, DID 428DS, 118 links
Chain Size 428
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular steel frame with aluminum beam swingarm
Front Suspension Showa 37mm inverted-style fork
Front Travel 275 mm (10.8 inches)
Rear Suspension Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload
Rear Travel 277 mm (10.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Ground Clearance 325 mm (12.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 70/100-17
Rear Tyre 90/100-14
Front Brakes Single disc. Twin-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 69.0 kg (152.1 pounds)
Weight incl. 73.0 kg (160.9 pounds)
Seat Height 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Overall Length 1805 mm (71.1 inches)
Overall Width 735 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 5.00 litres (1.32 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 0.75 litres (0.79 US quarts) transmission oil
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil 2-stroke synthetic motorcycle oil (API TC / JASO FC/FD)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Coolant Liquid cooled, ethylene glycol antifreeze 50/50 mix
Spark Plugs NGK BR9ES / BR9EG
Battery 12V 4Ah (YTX4L-BS)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Championship Yellow/Black/Blue
Electrical 12V 4Ah (YTX4L-BS)
Warranty No warranty
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