2016 KTM 85SX

The 11 to 15-year-old riders of the junior class are no longer beginners. These are future champions fighting for victory, no matter if it is the Junior World Championship or a regional championship. In this scene, the 85 SX is considered a winners bike. With the most powerful engine in the field and a super lightweight, stable chassis, it does not need to shy away from a full size bike.

• ENGINE

Cutting-edge 2-stroke technology, combined with a precise 6-speed gearbox and hydraulic clutch are the foundation of the 85 SXs superiority in all junior racing competition.

• CYLINDER

The high performance cylinder with flow-optimized ports and a high-precision exhaust control valve provides the engine with unrivalled performance.

• CLUTCH

The hydraulic clutch mechanism by Formula ensures an easy clutch action and well-defined modulation on the 85 SX.

• CRANKSHAFT

Thanks to its perfectly sized lightweight conrod, the crankshaft has minimum vibration and maximum durability.

• COOLING

A constant temperature balance for consistent, high performance is ensured by an intelligent cooling circuit with integrated crank case cooling and two radiators.

• AIRBOX

What is good for the bigger KTM off-road bikes is also good for the 85 SX - an air filter change can be done within seconds without tools.

• BRAKES

The Formula braking system with radial calipers, four pistons in front, two in the rear, matched with lightweight Wave 240 mm front and a 210 rear brake disc set the standard in terms of controlled action and braking performance.

• HANDLEBARS

The 85 SX has super strong, tapered handlebars made of high quality aluminum alloy with a bend thats perfect for motocross requirements.

• FRAME

Made of top quality chromoly steel with a lightweight, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe, the 85 SX frame ensures maximum stability at minimum weight. It has a rugged polymer coating in a noble black colour.

• SUSPENSION

Up front of the 85 SX there is a pair of 43mm upside-down forks with 270mm of travel, while a PDS monoshock for the rear provides optimum traction and surface contact. These are both made by renowned supplier WP Suspension at the highest quality. Of course, rebound and compression damping can be adjusted separately for a quick and precise set-up to match the track and rider.

• WHEELS

New black coated high-end Excel rims, lightweight, CNC machined hubs and black spokes with lightweight aluminium nipples ensure the highest stability at minimum weight on the 85 SX. The OEM MAXXIS tires are renowned for their perfect traction and outstanding performance.