Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the SUZUKI GSX-8R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the SUZUKI GSX-8R's 776 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 23.8 kmpl for the SUZUKI GSX-8R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooling |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 23.8 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 205 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Disc 310 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Disc Caliper - Rear 1 Piston |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 120/70ZR17M/C |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 180/55ZR17M/C |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Color Options | Orange | Metallic Matt BlackMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Triton Blue |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Fuel injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | STD | 988551 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Self Start |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |
