A Detailed Look at the Honda CR 85
As small bore bikes go, the Honda CR 85 is as good as it gets. There are even some people who claim that it utterly dominates the competition like Suzuki, Yamaha and other Japanese motorcycle manufacturers. It was developed by a research and development team dedicated to paying as close attention to detail and hi-tech engineering as possible into this mini-motocrosser – the same way that they engineered its larger, full-sized counterparts which are the CR/CRF bikes.
Keeping Ahead of the Game
Since Honda wants to stay ahead of the game, it has to keep developing its technology while also updating the design and outfitting of its bikes. This is precisely what they did with the CR85 line. Since this model and make of a motorcycle came out some decades ago, it has undergone some significant changes in order to keep up with the competition. Few other bike lines have endured as long as this one has, which is a powerful testament to its greatness and reliability, even at the professional competitive level.
Honda CR85 Specs
So what makes the CR85 a great dirt bike model? Falling under the cross/motocross category, this is among the many motorcycle models in the market which just might suit your individual needs as a driver. To give you more of an idea about why it pays to purchase this motorcycle model, here are a few more specifications of the 2006 model:
- Name: Honda CR 85 R
- Year Released: 2006
- Standard Retail Price: About US$ 3,000 (may vary depending on country, taxes, special outfitting and other factors)
- Displacement: 84.70 ccm (or 5.17” cubic)
- Type of Engine Installed: Single cylinder; two-stroke engine for better responsiveness; a compression ratio of 8.4:1 and a bore x stroke of 47.5 x 47.8 mm; a 6-speed gearbox for better control and speed; a liquid cooling system; a chain transmission and final drive. It also has a CD ignition with an electronic advantage.
- Fuel system: Carburettor, 38 mm Mikuni TMX with TPS (or throttle position sensor)
- Other Specifications: The Honda CR 85 has a fork angle or a “rake” of 26.5 degrees; a trail of 77 mm (3”); a front suspension of 37 mm with a fully adjustable; an inverted Showa cartridge lead-axle fork that can travel 247 mm (10.8”); a Pro-Link Showa suspension which is fully-adjustable and has a single-shock rear suspension system that can travel the same distance as the front suspension; and single disc brakes for both the front and rear brakes.
Other Specs
The bike weighs only 65.3 kg, which is pretty light and will allow the rider to control the bike more easily. The seat rests 823 mm, or 32.4 inches off the ground if adjusted to the lowest setting. The ground clearance is excellent, at 310 mm or 12.2 inches, with a wheelbase of 1247 mm (49.1”). Considering the small size of the bike and its lightweight build, it has a fair amount of fuel carrying capacity at 5.10 litres (1.35 gallons).
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