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THE 2019 KAWASAKIKX85isthe
motocrossbikeforyoungstersreadytotake
thatnextstep.TheKawasakiengineershave
developed a bike that is ultra competitive.
With a high performance engine, race-ready
suspension, plenty of adjustability, and slim
bodywork, this bike is no pushover. Here are
the details:KAWASAKI KX85
GOOD STUFF
- Powerful two-stroke engine
- Styling inspired by the KX250/450 models
- Large radiator for extra cooling
- Six-way adjustable handlebar position
- 36mm inverted fork
- Hydraulic brakes with 220mm front wave
disc and 184mm rear wave - Uni-Trak rear suspension
- Slim, fl at seat
- Kawasaki Integrated Power-Valve System
- Five-litre fuel capacity
- Wet weight of 75kg
- Available in big (KX85II) and small sizes
PRICE: $6499 (small wheel),
$6999 (big wheel)
COLTON HAAKER FLICK
LOOKING FOR A dirtbike movie to
watch? Rare Exception, the new movie
from American off-road gun, Colton
Haaker, is a good place to start. The
fi lm is described as being about
following your dreams and where they
can lead you. It follows Colton as he
pursues a career racing dirtbikes,
dealing with the trials and tribulations
that go with it. The fi lm features
stunning footage, both new and
archvial, and shows off Haaker’s
incredible skill as a rider. Defi nitely a
must-watch.KIDZ
RIDENEWS
THE AUSTRALIANOFF-ROAD
Championship season has kicked
off in style as Junior riders got
their fi rst opportunity to get
points on the board. Held in
Toowoomba, the opening two
rounds saw some interesting
results. In J4, Blake Hollis made
it two wins from two. Mackenzie
Johnson and Oscar Collins sit
second and third in the
standings. In J3, Riley
McGillivray (right) fi nished
second on Saturday to Campbell
O’Donnell, but reversed that
order on Sunday. William
Dennett and Kodi Stephens also
traded positions in third and
fourth. Jett Yarnold leads J2 by
one point, fi nishing third on
Saturday and winning on
Sunday. Campbell Hall and Max
Phillips sit just behind him.http://www.adbmag.com.au JUNE 2019| 131
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