2024
KTM 85 SX 19-16 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 974711 |
|---|---|
| Category | Cross-motocross |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 85 SX 19-16 |
| Year | 2024 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm |
| Frontwheeltravel | 278 mm (10.9 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock |
| Rearwheeltravel | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 47.0 x 40.8 mm (1.9 x 1.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, multi-disc clutch, Formula hydraulics |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Driveline | 1/2 x 5/16 chain |
| Enginedetails | Reed intake. |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Mikuni TMX |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | MEDJ digital EMS |
| Lubricationsystem | Mixture oil lubrication |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/black/purple |
|---|---|
| Starter | Kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 68.0 kg (149.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 5.20 litres (1.37 US gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 362 mm (14.3 inches) |
| Seatheight | 890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.