KTM 85 SX 19/16 2017 User Manual

6 CONTROLS 13
6.8 Choke
H01347-10
Choke

is fitted on the left side of the carburetor.
Activating the choke function frees a drill hole in the carburetor through which the
engine can draw extra fuel. This results in a richer fuel-air mixture, which is needed
for a cold start.
Info
If the engine is warm, the choke function must be deactivated.
Possible states
• Choke function activated – The choke lever is pulled out to the stop.
• Choke function deactivated – The choke lever is pushed in to the stop.
6.9 Shift lever
401950-10
Shift lever

is mounted on the left side of the engine.
401950-11
The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.
The neutral or idle position

is between the first and second gears.
6.10 Kick starter
0
0
11
401954-10
Kick starter

is fitted on the right side of the engine.
The kick starter can be swiveled.
Info
Before riding, swing the kickstarter inwards towards the engine.
6.11 Foot brake lever
401956-10
Foot brake lever

is located in front of the right footrest.
The foot brake lever is used to activate the rear brake.

KTM 85 SX 19/16 2017 Specifications

General

Engine Type	1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
Displacement	84.9 cm³
Starter	Kickstarter
Transmission	6-speed
Clutch	Wet, multi-disc clutch, Formula hydraulics
Front Wheel	1.60 x 19"
Rear Wheel	2.15 x 16"
Seat Height	890 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Bore x Stroke	47 mm x 48.95 mm
Frame	Central tube frame, chrome molybdenum steel
Front Suspension	WP upside-down Ø 43 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Front Brake	Disc brake
Rear Brake	Disc brake
Wheelbase	1, 290 mm ± 10 mm
Tank Capacity	5.2 liters