Kawasaki reveal big updates for KX85 and KX112

2026 Kawasaki KX85, KX85 L and KX112

Kawasaki are updating their small capability vary, with younger expertise to profit from up to date KX112, KX85, and KX85 L fashions, specializing in chassis upgrades and the Kawasaki ‘Constructed to Win’ philosophy.

The brand new 2026 Kawasaki KX112

For the KX85 L and KX112, we’ll be seeing the brand new fashions arrive from late February of 2026, whereas the KX85 is due mid-year, with pricing nonetheless to be confirmed.

The 2026 Kawasaki KX85 affords the smallest loadout, with smaller wheels and fewer journey

For 2026, the KX112 and KX85/85 L provide a roomier rider triangle, wider bars, better ERGO-FIT adjustability, and a number of big-bike-style ergonomic parts designed for enhanced management and luxury.

The 2026 Kawasaki KX85 L runs the larger wheels and retains the smaller engine

We see the handlebar grip moved ahead 50 mm and widened by 35 mm, whereas the footpegs have been dropped 10 mm, with a give attention to permitting energetic motion on the KX. These pegs are additionally flatter and wider from entrance to rear for higher really feel and grip.

The brand new aluminium Renthal Fatbars additionally scale back weight and assist with shock absorption, alongside the ODI Lock-On grips, for a greater really feel.

2026 Kawasaki KX112 handlebar adjustment — Handlebar adjustment offers eight doable positions

If that’s not sufficient for you, there’s eight-position adjustability of the bars, with two mounting slots and reversible mounts, in addition to two peak collars.

New 43 mm USD forks provide compression and rebound adjustment

Upgraded suspension parts, together with a extremely inflexible, absolutely adjustable ø43 mm inverted entrance fork and Uni Trak rear suspension with elevated adjustability, and (on the KX112 and KX85 L) wheel journey is on par with full-size KX fashions at 305 mm.

The KX112 shock is absolutely adjustable, with excessive and low pace compression adjustment

The KYB inverted entrance fork affords wonderful damping traits and bottoming resistance, enabling high-pace driving and contributing to general journey consolation. Adjustment of compression and rebound is accessible, whereas the rear shock affords high- and low-speed compression damping, together with rebound and spring preload.

Bigger brake discs are run on each ends, with a KX250 setup on the entrance for caliper and MC

All fashions function 275 mm of entrance journey, however the KX85 has diminished rear wheel journey of 275 mm and runs a 17/14-inch wheel combo. In any other case, you’ll get the bigger 19/16-inch combo.

305 mm rear journey on the KX112 and KX85 L

That perimeter body, featured throughout all three fashions, now additionally runs an extended head pipe for higher front-end rigidity, with all bikes working Dunlop Geomax MX34 tyres as an alternative of the earlier MX33 rubber.

The KX85, which additionally runs smaller wheels, has a shorter 275 mm rear journey

Brakes have additionally been overhauled, now working a bigger 240 mm entrance rotor – up 20 mm, matched to the Nissin caliper and master-cylinder combo seen on the KX250. The rear additionally advantages from a bigger 220 mm rotor (beforehand 184 mm), with Kawasaki decreasing lever play by decreasing master-cylinder stroke, for higher really feel and management.

Riders can select between the 84 cc and 112 cc two-strokes

Riders can select between the 2 engine displacements — 84 cc and 112 cc —primarily based on their ability stage.

The 2 displacement choices are each engineered to ship robust, usable energy throughout your entire rev vary, paired with spectacular top-end efficiency, giving riders the sting in extremely aggressive lessons.

The 2026 Kawasaki KX85 runs a17/14-inch wheel combo

The KX112 stands out with its robust low-end torque, serving to launch riders ahead with confidence in a variety of racing circumstances.

Except for bore and stroke variations, the KX85, KX85 L, and KX112 share the identical confirmed engine and transmission structure, guaranteeing constant efficiency and reliability, with the KX85 and KX85 L (Massive wheel) set aside by their completely different wheel sizes.

Styling updates additionally embody a brand new entrance fender with shorter and sharper design, a extra compact quantity plate and revised fork guards.

Widespread 2026 KX85/KX112 updates

New KYB 43 mm inverted entrance fork and Uni-Trak rear suspension
New Inflexible Perimeter body
New giant 240 mm entrance/220 mm rear disc brakes
Up to date Manufacturing facility-inspired KX styling
New aluminium Renthal Fatbar handlebar with ODI lock-on grips
New bigger driving triangle and wider handlebar and footpegs
New ERGO-FIT adjustable eight-position handlebar mount
New Dunlop Geomax MX34 tyres
Staff Inexperienced Racer Assist Program

2026 Kawasaki KX85 particular options

84 cc Liquid-Cooled, 2-Stroke Single Cylinder Engine
17-in entrance wheel and 14-in rear wheel

2026 Kawasaki KX85 L particular options

19-in entrance wheel and 16-in rear wheel
Elevated rear wheel journey on par with full-size KX fashions

2026 Kawasaki KX112 particular options

112 cc Liquid-Cooled, 2-Stroke Single Cylinder Engine
Elevated rear wheel journey on par with full-size KX fashions
19-in entrance wheel and 16-in rear wheel

The Kawasaki KX 112 and KX 85 L are arriving late February, whereas the KX 85 is arriving mid 2026, with pricing to be introduced nearer to product arrival. Head into your native Kawasaki seller for extra info.

Or head to the Kawasaki Motor Australia web site:
https://www.kawasaki.com.au/en-au/