QUICKSPIN I 2026 KAWASAKI KX85 & KX112
P112
somewhat on/off compared to
the wider range on the European
bikes. We removed nearly all free
play from the lever to achieve
quicker engagement, which
nearly matched the hydro setup.
Myles said both Kawasakis
vibrated more than his bikes. As
engine speeds increased, so did
the vibration through the handle
-
bars and footpegs, he said.
Myles had us stiffen the
Kawasakis' suspension on both
bikes throughout the day. We in-
creased the shock's preload and
increased the fork's compres-
sion. This improved balance and
allowed him to push the bike
harder in more areas on track.
As we dialed in the suspension
setup, the planted feeling in-
creased confidence and lowered
lap times. The overall function
of the fork felt smooth, and the
Kashima coatings were noted
as looking "extra factory."
Myles loved the oversized
Renthal handlebars and ODI
grips, and he said the throttle
action was so smooth. He said
the clutch and brake levers were
The 2027 KX112,
first introduced in 2022,
is built specifically to
compete in the
Supermini class.
The KX85 has smaller 17-inch
front and 14-inch wheels than the
KX112 (19/16 inches). Kawasaki
also offers the KX85L with the
same wheel size as the KX112.
