For decades, the 85cc-class mini-motocrosser has been the training crucible for the world’s best racers, and Kawasaki’s KX™85 has been at the forefront for much of that time. The level of technology, power and berm-busting capability packed into this 152-pound rocketship is mind-boggling, and the way it can tear up a motocross track in an expert’s hands must be seen to be believed. It’s nothing short of a youth motocrosser’s dream machine. Powered by a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder 84cc engine that generates race-winning power right out of the box, the KX85 is literally packed with high-tech, race-proven features. Top of the list is an advanced chassis package headlined by a 36mm inverted cartridge fork assembly featuring 18-way compression damping adjustability and internal settings designed to tame the nastiest, whoop-infested racetracks. In back, the proven UNI-TRAK® single-shock suspension system, which features fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping, keeps the rear wheel in control and driving hard.
