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CHASSIS High Tensile Steel Perimeter Frame combines narrow dimensions, steep rake angle and high rigidity for quick handling without sacrificing straight-line ability. Bolt on tail section eases repairs and maintenance. The KX85 and KX100 share may chassis components. The two chassis are easiest distinguished by their different wheel/tire sizes and overall dimensions. KX100 KX85 Front Tire.....................70/100-19........................70/100-17 Rear Tire .....................90/100-16........................90/100-14 Rake/trail .....................27 0 103 mm ..................27 0 89 mm Seat Height .................870 mm...........................840 mm Wheelbase ..................1290 mm.........................1255 mm New, square insert nuts on the fuel tank provide secure mounting for the shrouds and seat base. 36mm inverted cartridge fork provides a progressive ride to better resist bottoming and fit larger and more aggressive riders. Inverted forks are more rigid to provide better steering response and control. Fork compression damping is 18-click adjustable and the cartridge design means better action. The aluminum upper fork tubes measure 49.5mm in diameter for flex free performance. KX100 KX85

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