Comparisons / Comparison of Kawasaki KX85 II 2012 and Yamaha YZ85LW 2017

Comparison of Kawasaki KX85 II 2012 and Yamaha YZ85LW 2017 [S]ave

Attribute
Yamaha YZ85LW 2017 ×
Kawasaki KX85 II 2012 ×
General
Production from (year)20172012
MakeYamahaKawasaki
ModelYamaha YZ85LWKawasaki KX85 II
CategoryCross / motocrossCross / motocross
Engine and transmission
Engine typeSingle cylinder, two-strokeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin PWK 28Carburettor. Keihin PWK28
Engine detailsReed valve-
Displacement (cm³)8584
Cooling systemLiquidLiquid
Transmission type,final driveChainChain
Bore (mm)47.548.5
Stroke (mm)47.845.8
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
DrivelineConstant mesh-
IgnitionCDIDigital CDI
Lubrication systemPremix-
Compression8.2:110.0:1
Chassis
Front suspensionUpside-down telescopic fork36 mm upside-down telescopic fork, with 16-way compression damping
Rear suspensionSwingarm (link suspension)UNI-TRAK single shock system with 4 position compression and 20 position damping adjustment plus adjustable spring preload/ 10.8 in.
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Diameter (mm)190184
Frame typeAluminium. Semi double cradle.High-tensile steel perimeter design with subframe member
Front tyre70/100-1970/100-19
Rear tyre90/100-1690/100-16
WheelsWire spoked-
Front wheel travel (mm)274275
Rear wheel travel (mm)282275
Trail (mm)106103
Rake (fork angle) (degree)2727
Other
StarterKickKick
Color options
  • blue/white
  • lime green
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,2861,290
Kerb weight (kg)7370
Overall height (mm)1,1611,105
Overall length (mm)1,9031,910
Overall width (mm)757735
Seat height (mm)904870
Ground clearance (mm)393340
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)55.5
Oil capacity (l)0.5-



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