KTM 65 SX Specs (Top Speed | Horsepower | Weight)

The KTM 65 SX motorcycle specifications include a 64.9 cc (3.96 cu in) engine and a listed weight of 55.6 kg (122.6 lb).

Key specifications

2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023Model years
65 ccDisplacement
55.6 kgDry weight
750 mmSeat height
3.4 LFuel tank
1,137 mmWheelbase
290 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
20032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202120222023
Year-specific specification changes

The 2003 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.

Dry weight
2010201255.4 kg (122.1 lb)
2013201555.5 kg (122.4 lb)
2016202353 kg (116.8 lb)
Front brakes
20082010Single disc. Bremo
20132014Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
20152019Single disc. Four-piston calipers. Wave brake discs.
Fuel system
20052009Carburettor. Mikuni VM 24
20102012Carburettor. Mikuni TM 24
20172021Carburettor. Mikuni TMX
Rear brakes
20082010Single disc. Bremo
20132014Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
20152019Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Wave brake discs.
Wheelbase
202120231,270 mm (50.0 inches)
Front wheel travel
200535 mm (1.4 inches)
2007115 mm (4.5 inches)
2008270 mm (10.6 inches)
2011185 mm (7.3 inches)
2012215 mm (8.5 inches)
2013205 mm (8.1 inches)
20142023215 mm (8.5 inches)
Fuel capacity
200420093.30 L (0.87 US gal)
201020223.50 L (0.92 US gal)
20233.70 L (0.98 US gal)
Ground clearance
20092023280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear wheel travel
2007185 mm (7.3 inches)
2008125 mm (4.9 inches)
2011185 mm (7.3 inches)
2013185 mm (7.3 inches)
Seat height
2008725 mm (28.5 inches)

How the KTM 65 SX compares

This compares the motorcycle with all KTM models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the KTM database average.

Displacement65 cc
Low 49 ccAverage 444 ccHigh 1,301 cc

About 85% lower than the KTM database average. Around the 7th percentile across KTM models.

Seat height750 mm
Low 607 mmAverage 895 mmHigh 992 mm

About 16% lower than the KTM database average. Around the 8th percentile across KTM models.

Fuel capacity3.4 L
Low 2 LAverage 10.6 LHigh 23 L

About 68% smaller than the KTM database average. Around the 6th percentile across KTM models.

This model KTM database average

Dimensions compared with KTM average

Each measurement is compared with the average value across KTM models where that dimension is available.

Wheelbase1,137 mm
This bike

1,137

KTM avg

1,436

21% below average.

Seat height750 mm
This bike

750

KTM avg

895

16% below average.

Ground clearance290 mm
This bike

290

KTM avg

304

5% below average.

Mechanical overview

Engine layout snapshot

Single cylinder, two-stroke • 65 cc • Liquid cooled
Chassis snapshot

Wheelbase 1,137 mmSeat 750 mmClearance 290 mm
Chain (final drive) • 60/100-14 front / 80/100-12 rear

Additional useful specifications

Front tire size 60/100-14
Rear tire size 80/100-12
Front tire width 60 mm
Front tire aspect ratio 100%
Front rim diameter 14 in
Rear tire width 80 mm
Rear tire aspect ratio 100%
Rear rim diameter 12 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1.10:1 (Oversquare)

Model information

Category Minibike, cross

Engine specifications

Engine type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement 64.9 cc (3.96 cu in)
Bore × stroke 45.0 x 40.8 mm (1.8 x 1.6 inches)
Cooling system Liquid
Fuel system Carburettor

Transmission and drivetrain

Final drive Chain (final drive)

Chassis and suspension

Front wheel travel 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear wheel travel 270 mm (10.6 inches)

Brakes, wheels and tires

Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Front tire 60/100-14
Rear tire 80/100-12

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight 55.6 kg (122.6 lb)
Seat height 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1,137 mm (44.8 inches)
Ground clearance 290 mm (11.4 inches)

Fuel and emissions

Fuel capacity 3.40 L (0.90 US gal)

Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from KTM models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official KTM information before relying on them. Visit the official KTM website.