Suzuki DS 80 vs KTM SX 85 17/14 (1916)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DS 80stacks up against the KTM SX 85 17/14. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DS 80KTM SX 85 17/14
Model year19882026
Price$6,949
Engine80 cc84 cc
Weight68 kg
Seat height845 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresMaxxis® Maxxcross MX-ST 70/100 R17 40M / Maxxis® Maxxcross MX-ST 90/100 R14 49M

Suzuki DS 80 vs KTM SX 85 17/14 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DS 80 and the KTM SX 85 17/14 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DS 80 brings its published horsepower, while the KTM SX 85 17/14 counters with its own power figure at 68 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: