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KTM 85 SX
KTM 85 SX Latest Update
Latest Updated on 15th Nov'24: The 85 SX is the biggest of the KTMs newest dirtbikes for young dirt bike racers who wish to take up motorsports. With the launch of its new dirtbike lineup, KTM plans to build the Indian motocross and dirtbike ecosystem, along with developing a racing program for budding dirtbike racers.
85 SX Highlights
Engine
| Engine Capacity | 84.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder 2-stroke |
| Configuration | N/A |
| Cooling Type | Liquid Cooled |
Competitor Comparison
| Model | Engine Size | Engine Type |
|---|---|---|
| TRK 502 | 500 cc | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& 2-cylinder |
| Eliminator | 451 cc | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
| Z650 | 649 cc | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Parallel Twin |
| KX 250 | 249 cc | Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke Single |
| X-Cape | 649 cc | In-Line 2-Cylinder& Liquid-Cooled& 8-Valve& DOHC |
Kerb Weight
67 kg
85 SX's 67 kg Kerb Weight is about 48% lower than the segment average of 127.5 kg.
Kerb Weight of 85 SX Competitors
| Model | Kerb Weight (kg) |
|---|---|
| TRK 502 | 235 kg |
| Eliminator | 176 kg |
| Z650 | 188 kg |
| KX 250 | 108 kg |
| X-Cape | 2 kg, 235 kg |
| SEIEMMEZZO 6 | 2 kg, 215 kg |
| KX112 | 77 kg |
| NX500 | 196 kg |
| 65 SX | 53.5 kg |
| 50 SX | 42.5 kg |
Seat Height
865 mm
85 SX's 865 mm Seat Height is about 18% higher than the segment average of 738.42 mm.
Seat Height of 85 SX Competitors
| Model | Seat Height (mm) |
|---|---|
| TRK 502 | 800 mm, 860 mm |
| Eliminator | 735 mm |
| Z650 | 790 mm |
| KX 250 | 955 mm |
| X-Cape | 835 mm, 8R10 |
| SEIEMMEZZO 6 | 795 mm |
| KX112 | 870 mm |
| NX500 | 830 mm |
| 65 SX | 730 mm |
| 50 SX | 653 mm |
KTM 85 SX Price
₹ 14,314/mon
KTM 85 SX Specs & Features
Expert Verdict on 85 SX

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KTM 85 SX Detailed Review
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The 85 SX appears the closest to a full-size dirt bike, with a simple, minimalist design and a typical tall dirtbike stance.
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The presence of knobby tyres makes the 85 SX look even more imposing, and there is only one colour scheme on offer; orange with black graphics.
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The fuel tank has been designed to be small and sleek enough for all kinds of growing riders to be comfortable on the motorcycle, and it also gets footpegs which are designed to allow minimal or no dirt to get stuck on them.
85 SX body specifications:
| Ground Clearance | 336 mm |

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Powering the 85 SX is an 85cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 15.5bhp at 11500rpm and 14Nm of torque at 8500rpm, paired to a 6-speed gearbox.
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KTM says this engine packs a sophisticated power delivery system, which controls the exhaust valve and the sub-exhaust ports, ensuring enhanced torque and power delivery.
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Modified clutch components and a ‘formula’ hydraulic clutch system ensures that the clutch bite remains consistent under all conditions and throughout the ride experience.
85 SX engine specifications:
| Transmission | Manual |
| Engine | 84.9 cc |
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The 85 SX comes with a double-cradle frame and an aluminium sub-frame, which makes use of 43mm USD XACT WP forks, featuring a split fork design with a capsuled air spring in the left leg and an oil damping system in the right leg. At the rear is a fully-adjustable XACT WP PDS monoshock with 305mm of travel.
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The 85 SX makes use of a 19-inch front and a 16-inch rear wheel, shod on Maxxis MX-ST knobby tyres, and mounted on CNC-machined hubs. It also makes use of a 240mm front disc brake with a four-piston calliper, along with a 220mm rear disc brake with a dual-piston calliper.
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KTM 85 SX Competitors
| Models | Visual Comparison | Engine | Power | Torque | Mileage | Kerb weight | Seat height | Compare |
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![]() ₹6.69 Lakh* | 85 cc | - | - | - | 67 kg | 865 mm | ||
| 249 cc | 40.9 bhp | 28 Nm | 30 kmpl | 108 kg | 955 mm | 85 SX vs KX 250 | ||
| 500 cc | 47.5 bhp @ 8500 rpm | 46 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 25 kmpl | 235 kg | 860 mm | 85 SX vs TRK 502 | ||
| 889 cc | - | - | - | 53.5 kg | 730 mm | 85 SX vs 65 SX | ||
| 471 cc | 46.9 bhp @ 8600 rpm | 43 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 27.78 kmpl | 196 kg | 830 mm | 85 SX vs NX500 | ||
| 649 cc | 67.31 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm | 19.02 kmpl | 188 kg | 790 mm | 85 SX vs Z650 | ||
| 451 cc | 44.7 bhp @ 9000 rpm | 42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm | - | 176 kg | 735 mm | 85 SX vs Eliminator | ||
| 112 cc | 24 bhp | 15.7 Nm | 24.18 kmpl | 77 kg | 870 mm | 85 SX vs KX112 | ||
| 649 cc | 55.7 PS @ 8250 rpm | 54 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 28 kmpl | 215 kg | 795 mm | 85 SX vs SEIEMMEZZO 6 | ||
| 649 cc | 59.R17 bhp @ 8250 rpm | 54 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 23.92 kmpl | 235 kg | 835 mm | 85 SX vs X-Cape | ||
| 49.9 cc | - | - | - | 42.5 kg | 653 mm | 85 SX vs 50 SX |
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