KTM 85 SX 17/14 is sure to give your 7 to 10-year-olds a hands-on feel of the world of motocross fun. It can be a great way to kindle their interest in motocross racing and even aspire to become a pro if they wish. Of course, this also gives the flexibility to go on long dirt bike trails for some family fun.
At the first look, you will notice a striking similarity with the big KTM bike range, and for a good reason too. It is designed to be inspiring for kids to take motocross, both for fun now and professionally later on by emulating their favourite bike riders and heroes.
The 2020 KTM 85 SX 17/14 dirt bike is a great kids dirt bike for 7-10 year olds. With this KTM dirt bike, your child will have a taste of the big league of motocross fun and even be able to venture into the pro circuit if they would like to. The whole KTM 85 SX 17/14 design imitates the big KTM bike range following in the footsteps of the champions. The mini warrior (KTM 85) is light in weight with a high-quality frame that houses a brilliant engine improving its performance and rideability.
The 2020 model (and the 2020 KTM 85) has a new transmission drive shaft fixing for better sprocket fixation which is safer. Its muffler has been reworked with better packing wool to reduce the overall weight of the motorcycle.
KTM 85 SX 17/14 Seat height, Weight and Specs:
Source: KTM
84.9 cc displacement
Single-cylinder two-stroke engine
Bore x Stroke: 47mm X 48.95mm
Kickstarter starter
6-speed transmission
13:46 final drive
Wet, multi-disk clutch with formula hydraulics
WP XACT PDS mono-shock rear suspension
278mm front suspension travel
305mm rear suspension travel
240mm in diameter disc front brake
210mm in diameter disc rear brake
336mm ground clearance
865mm seat height
Weight: 67kg without fuel
5.2 litre fuel capacity
Key Features
The new design gives a ready to race look to match the full-size (KTM) SX range.
Reworked wool packing reduces the weight of the bike by 40g.
With innovative power valve system, the cylinder is designed to be adjustable and to increase torque and controllability.
Lightweight crankshaft to offer inertia for peak torque.
The crankshaft is designed with shafts close enough to the centre of gravity.
Hydroformed chromium-molybdenum tubed, high-tech frame for comfort.
Compared to a coil spring design clutch, Its diaphragm spring clutch is more compact.
Sophisticated air spring design for easy adjustment on rough terrain.
The cooling system has two radiators and specially designed shrouds for efficient cooling.
Airbox designed like larger SX models allowing the rider to change the air filter without tools.
Pros
High-performance harmonics engine
Best for 15-year old’s as well as lightweight newcomers to the class
Its optimized frame provides a great feeling to the rider as it is designed to soak up big hits