VOL. 50 ISSUE 27 JULY 9, 2013
2014 Kawasaki KX85
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The 2014 Kawasaki KX85 sees many changes, including getting a
new motor and improved suspension. Kawasaki says the new KX85
has increased low-end and midrange torque and 20 percent more
peak power because of a new cylinder head, piston and revised KIPs
power-valve, among other things. There's also a larger radiator said
to have 52 percent more cooling capacity. And to improve durability,
the crankshaft is now 2mm larger. The KYB shock is 150 grams
lighter and has a new clicker-type compression damping adjuster for
more precision adjustments. The 36mm cartridge fork has new shimtype valving and firmer damping rates. The new KX should feel a lot
different in the ergo department. It has slimmer radiator shrouds, a
flatter seat and fuel tank, a .4-inch lower seat height, and wider and
more adjustable handlebars.
