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2013 KTM 85SX 17/14

2013 KTM 85SX 17/14

2013 KTM 85SX 17/14

2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 Review

2013 KTM 85SX 17/14

The 2013 KTM 85 SX is the motorcycle that will change the 85cc class with its completely revamped chassis, new bodywork and a further refined, more powerful engine, it’s more competitive than ever before.

 

2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 Features and Benefits

ENGINE

The sensational engine on the KTM 85 SX has been completely overhauled for 2013 and delivers its power over a wide rev range thanks to its intake membrane and intricate exhaust control. The six-speed transmission always has the right gear ratio available. No coincidence that the KTM 85 SX is the king of holeshots.

CYLINDER HEAD + PISTON

A completely new, more compact cylinder with 47 mm (1.85 in) bore ensures that the new 2013 KTM 85 SX achieves much better cylinder charging, thanks to the more efficiently designed, centrifugally-controlled exhaust valve. Together with a new cylinder head, which is now also connected to the frame, the new engine therefore produces significantly more power from mid-range to top-end engine speeds.

FRAME

The new, high quality, chrome-molybdenum steel frame and the redesigned, bolt-on, lightweight aluminium subframe have been further refined in many details. As on the full-size bikes, the frame on the 2013 KTM 85 SX impresses with more precise cornering characteristics. Additional aluminum profiles ensure better stability.

BODYWORK + GRAPHICS

The restyled, aggressive looking bodywork provides improved ergonomics and is directly derived from the new SX generation. Together with the frame, the tank, spoiler, airbox and newly developed seat form a homogenous unit, ensuring perfect harmony between rider and motorcycle.

CHASSIS

The proven 43 m (141 ft) upside-down fork with 270 mm (10.63 in) suspension travel and the improved PDS shock absorber recieve completely new settings to ensure optimum traction and suspension comfort on the 2013 KTM 85 SX. Rebound and compression damping can be adapted individually to track and rider in no time at all.

 

 

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2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 – USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in USD

ENGINE
Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Displacement 84.93 cm³ (5.1828 cu in)
Bore 47 mm (1.85 in)
Stroke 48.95 mm (1.9272 in)
Starting aid Kick starter
Transmission 6-gear, claw shifted
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication
Primary transmission 19:66 straight cut spur gear
Secondary ratio
Cooling Water-cooled
Clutch Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated
Ignition Moric Digital 2M1
CHASSIS
Frame Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 4618 BAVP DCC
Suspension travel Front 270 mm (10.63 in)
Suspension travel Rear 300 mm (11.81 in)
Brake system Front Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper
Brake discs – diameter Front 220 mm (8.66 in)
Brake discs – diameter Rear 210 mm (8.27 in)
Chain 1/2 x 5/16″
Steering head angle 66°
Wheelbase 1,290±10 mm (50.79±0.39 in)
Ground clearance, unloaded
Seat height, unloaded
Fuel tank capacity, approx. 5.0 l (1.32 US gal)
Super unleaded gasoline, mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
Weight Without Fuel approx.68kg

 

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2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 – Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in CDN

2013 KTM 85 SX: ARE YOU READY TO DOMINATE THE COMPETITION?
ENGINE
Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Displacement 84.93 cm³ (5.1828 cu in)
Bore 47 mm (1.85 in)
Stroke 48.95 mm (1.9272 in)
Starting aid Kick starter
Transmission 6-gear, claw shifted
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication
Primary transmission 19:66 straight cut spur gear
Secondary ratio
Cooling Water-cooled
Clutch Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated
Ignition Moric Digital 2M1
CHASSIS
Frame Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 4618 BAVP DCC
Suspension travel Front 270 mm (10.63 in)
Suspension travel Rear 300 mm (11.81 in)
Brake system Front Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper
Brake discs – diameter Front 220 mm (8.66 in)
Brake discs – diameter Rear 210 mm (8.27 in)
Chain 1/2 x 5/16″
Steering head angle 66°
Wheelbase 1,290±10 mm (50.79±0.39 in)
Ground clearance, unloaded
Seat height, unloaded
Fuel tank capacity, approx. 5.0 l (1.32 US gal)
Super unleaded gasoline, mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
Weight Without Fuel approx.68kg

Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

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2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 – UK/Europe Specifications/Technical Details
UK/European MSRP Price: £3,895.00 GBP.

ENGINE
Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Displacement 84.93 cm³
Bore 47 mm
Stroke 48.95 mm
Starting aid Kick starter
Transmission 6-gear, claw shifted
Engine lubrication Mixture oil lubrication
Primary transmission 19:66 straight cut spur gear
Secondary ratio
Cooling Water-cooled
Clutch Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated
Ignition Moric Digital 2M1
CHASSIS
Frame Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 4618 BAVP DCC
Suspension travel Front 270 mm
Suspension travel Rear 300 mm
Brake system Front Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear Disc brake with two-pot brake caliper
Brake discs – diameter Front 220 mm
Brake discs – diameter Rear 210 mm
Chain 1/2 x 5/16″
Steering head angle 66°
Wheelbase 1,290±10 mm
Ground clearance, unloaded
Seat height, unloaded
Fuel tank capacity, approx. 5.0 l
Super unleaded gasoline, mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:40)
Weight Without Fuel approx.68kg

Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

 

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2013 KTM 85SX 17/14 – Australian Specifications/Technical Details
AU MSRP Price: See dealer for Pricing in AUD

Engine
Engine Type1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Displacement84.93cm³
Bore / Stroke47/48.95mm
Starter / BatteryKickstarter
Transmission6 gear, claw shifted
Fuel ManagementKeihin PWK 28
ControlPower Valve PCEV
LubricationMixture oil lubrication
Primary Ratio19:66 straight cut spur gear
Final Drive14:46
CoolingLiquid cooling system
ClutchWet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
IgnitionMoric digital 2M1

Chassis
FrameCentral tube frame of chrome molybdenum steel tubing, powder coated
Sub-Frame aluminium
Handlebaraluminium tapered
Front SuspensionWP Suspension USD 43
Rear SuspensionWP Suspension PDS 4618 BAVP DCC
Suspension Travel – Front / Rear270/300mm
Front / Rear BrakesDisc brake 220mm front / 210mm rear
Front / Rear Rims1.6 x 17″ / 1.85 x 14″ aluminium
Front / Rear Tyres70/100-17″ / 90/100-14″
Chain1/2 x 5/16″
Silenceraluminium
Steering Head Angle66º
Wheel Base1290 ± 10mm
Ground Clearance352mm
Seat Height855mm
Tank Capacity approx.5.0l
Weight Without Fuel approx.68kg

Specifications, features and prices to change by manufacturer without notice. All information correct as of posted date.