Thumpstar MX 85 vs KTM 105 SX (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Thumpstar MX 85stacks up against the KTM 105 SX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecThumpstar MX 85KTM 105 SX
Model year20202004
Price
Engine85 cc85 cc
Weight68 kg
Seat height35 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual Pot CalipersSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Thumpstar MX 85 vs KTM 105 SX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Thumpstar MX 85 and the KTM 105 SX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Thumpstar MX 85 brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 105 SX counters with its own power figure at 68 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: