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{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}}: history, specs, pictures}} | {{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}}: history, specs, pictures}} | ||
{{ | {{Motorcycle | ||
|name = '''Suzuki RM85''' | |name = '''Suzuki RM85''' | ||
| | |photo= Suzuki-rm85-2009-2009-0.jpg | ||
|aka = RM 85 L, RM85L, RM 85 | |aka = RM 85 L, RM85L, RM 85 | ||
|manufacturer = [[Suzuki]] | |manufacturer = [[Suzuki]] | ||
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|production = 2002 - 2019 | |production = 2002 - 2019 | ||
|model_year = | |model_year = | ||
|predecessor = | |predecessor = [[Suzuki RM80]] | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = [[ | |class = [[Motocross]] | ||
|engine = single cylinder, two-stroke | |engine = 85cc single cylinder, [[two-stroke]] | ||
|bore_stroke = 48.0mm x 46.8mm | |bore_stroke = 48.0mm x 46.8mm | ||
|compression = 10.9:1 | |compression = 10.9:1 | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed =63 mph | ||
|power = | |power = | ||
|torque = | |torque = | ||
|fuel_system = | |fuel_system = carburetor. keihin pe28 | ||
|ignition = electric cdi | |ignition = electric cdi | ||
|spark_plug = | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK BR10ES}} '02-08 | ||
|battery = | |battery = | ||
|transmission = Gear box: 6-speed <br> | |transmission = Gear box: 6-speed <br> | ||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | ||
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|frame = | |frame = | ||
|suspension =Front: | |suspension =Front: telescopic fork <br> | ||
Rear: link type, [[coil]] spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload | Rear: link type, [[coil]] spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload | ||
|brakes =Front: single disc <br>Rear: single disc | |brakes =Front: single disc <br>Rear: single disc | ||
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|fuel_capacity = 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) | |fuel_capacity = 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|recommended_oil= Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
|related = | |related = [[Suzuki RM125]]<br />[[Suzuki RM250]]<br />[[Suzuki RM500]] | ||
|competition = | |competition = [[Honda CR85]]<br />[[Kawasaki KX85]]<br />[[Yamaha YZ85]] | ||
|manuals = [[:File:Suzuki RM85 K7 Owners Service Manual.pdf]] | |||
|final_drive= {{chain|428x118}} ‘02-12<ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
|front_sprocket= 14T ‘02-12<ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
|rear_sprocket= 47T ‘02-12<ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
}} | }} | ||
The '''[[Suzuki]] RM85''' was a single cylinder, two-stroke Trial [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 2002 and 2019. | The '''[[Suzuki]] RM85''' was a single cylinder, two-stroke Trial [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 2002 and 2019. | ||
==History== | |||
The [[Suzuki]] RM85 is Suzuki's mid size [[Two stroke]] motorcross dirtbike. It competes with the likes of the [[Honda CR85]], [[Kawasaki KX85]], and [[Yamaha YZ85]]. It is a 5[[cc]] increase up from the former [[Suzuki RM80]] | |||
==Engine== | ==Engine== | ||
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==Chassis== | ==Chassis== | ||
It came with a 70/100-17 front [[tire]] and a 90/100-14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopi fork while the rear was equipped with a link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload. The RM85 was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 152.12 pounds (69.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 48.82 inches (1240 mm) long. | It came with a 70/100-17 front [[tire]] and a 90/100-14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopi fork while the rear was equipped with a link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload. The RM85 was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 152.12 pounds (69.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 48.82 inches (1240 mm) long. | ||
==2002 Suzuki RM85== | ==2002 Suzuki RM85== | ||
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Born in 2002, the RM85 was created for the smaller motocross enthusiasts. This machine replaced the RM80, both sharing the disc brakes, the liquid-cooled single cylinder two-stroke engine, and the rigid aluminum cradle frame. | Born in 2002, the RM85 was created for the smaller motocross enthusiasts. This machine replaced the RM80, both sharing the disc brakes, the liquid-cooled single cylinder two-stroke engine, and the rigid aluminum cradle frame. | ||
==2003 Suzuki RM85== | |||
<gallery mode="packed-hover"> | |||
File:2003-Suzuki-RM85-Yellow-1638-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
File:2003-Suzuki-RM85-Yellow-1638-1.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
File:2003-Suzuki-RM85-Yellow-1638-2.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
</gallery> | |||
==2004 Suzuki RM85== | ==2004 Suzuki RM85== | ||
<gallery mode="slideshow"> | |||
File:suzuki-rm85-2004-2004-0.jpg|600px|2004 Suzuki RM85 | |||
File:2004-Suzuki-RM85-Yellow-0.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
File:2004-Suzuki-RM85-Yellow-1.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
</gallery> | |||
The 2004 MY Suzuki RM85 is a great entry point 2-stroke motocross machine which offers a high-performance platform in a non-intimidating trim, allowing young riders to hone in their skills prior to hopping on the big bikes. | The 2004 MY Suzuki RM85 is a great entry point 2-stroke motocross machine which offers a high-performance platform in a non-intimidating trim, allowing young riders to hone in their skills prior to hopping on the big bikes. | ||
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==2006 Suzuki RM85== | ==2006 Suzuki RM85== | ||
<gallery mode="slideshow"> | |||
File:suzuki-rm85-2006-2006-1.jpg|600px|2006 Suzuki RM85 | |||
File:suzuki-rm85-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 Suzuki RM85 | |||
File:RM85K6_pro_yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
File:RM85LK6_pro_yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Suzuki RM85L in Yellow | |||
</gallery> | |||
The 2006 RM85 carries on the racing heritage of its predecessors and is a tremendously fun and dependable platform for the young off-road racers. Built with a ton of works-derived technologies and parts, the RM85 is engineered for hard riding and withstanding the rigors and abuse race track life comes with. Every piece of the bike is more durable than you'd normally expect from a "civil" bike, and the multiple setup possibilities offer extended versatility for a wide range of riders. | The 2006 RM85 carries on the racing heritage of its predecessors and is a tremendously fun and dependable platform for the young off-road racers. Built with a ton of works-derived technologies and parts, the RM85 is engineered for hard riding and withstanding the rigors and abuse race track life comes with. Every piece of the bike is more durable than you'd normally expect from a "civil" bike, and the multiple setup possibilities offer extended versatility for a wide range of riders. | ||
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==2007 Suzuki RM85== | ==2007 Suzuki RM85== | ||
<gallery mode="slideshow"> | |||
File:suzuki-rm85-2007-2007-0.jpg|600px|2007 Suzuki RM85 | |||
File:RM85K7_her_yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Suzuki RM85 in Yellow | |||
File:RM85LK7_her_yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Suzuki RM85L in Yellow | |||
</gallery> | |||
By far a bike of choice for the young riders in the mini-class, the Suzuki RM85 delivers solid sport performance in a diminutive package that is both exhilarating to ride and non-intimidating. In fact the RM85 is a great educational platform which will help youngsters hone their skills prior to jumping to bigger machines. | By far a bike of choice for the young riders in the mini-class, the Suzuki RM85 delivers solid sport performance in a diminutive package that is both exhilarating to ride and non-intimidating. In fact the RM85 is a great educational platform which will help youngsters hone their skills prior to jumping to bigger machines. | ||
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* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/postcards-from-buster#suzuki-rm85 Postcards from Buster] | * [https://motopixel.org/pixel/postcards-from-buster#suzuki-rm85 Postcards from Buster] | ||
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==See Also== | |||
*[[Suzuki RM50]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM60]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM65]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM80]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM100]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM125]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM250]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM370]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM400]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM465]] | |||
*[[Suzuki RM500]] | |||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
{{Suzuki}} | |||
[[Category:85cc dirtbikes]] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|RM85]] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki RM series]] | |||
[[Category:Motocross motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles]] | [[Category:Suzuki motorcycles]] | ||
[[Category:2000s motorcycles]] | [[Category:2000s motorcycles]] | ||
[[Category:2010s motorcycles]] | [[Category:2010s motorcycles]] | ||