Honda CR85R
The Honda CR85R has a top speed of 110 km/h, produces 23 hp and weighs 73 kg.
Introduced in 2003 as the replacement for the long-running CR80R, the CR85R gained a bored-out 84.7cc liquid-cooled two-stroke engine, stiffer 37mm Showa forks and revised chassis geometry. It was Honda's final two-stroke minicross machine, sold through 2007 (including the big-wheel CR85RB 'Expert') before the four-stroke CRF150R took over.
23 hp
Kracht
14 Nm
Koppel
73 kg
Gewicht
110 km/h
Topsnelheid
6.5 L/100km
Brandstof
Naakt
Lichaam
🔧 Service Schedule & Parts
Affiliate · we may earn| Service item | Every | Typical cost | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🛢️ Engine oil + oil filter | 150 km / 0 mi or 1 mo | $10-20 | 🛢️ Buy → ⚙️ Buy → |
| 🌬️ Air filter | 50 km / 0 mi | — | 🌬️ Buy → |
| ⚡ Spark plugs | 600 km / 500 mi | — | ⚡ Buy → |
| 🔗 Chain & sprockets | 1500-3000 km (replace) | $90-180 | 🔗 Buy → |
| 🛑 Brake pads | 1000-2500 km | $25-50 | 🛑 Buy → |
| 💧 Brake fluid | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi or 2 yr | — | |
| 🧊 Coolant | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi | — | |
| 🛞 Tires | 800-2000 km | $120-220 | 🛞 Buy → |
| 🔩 Major service | 1,500 km / 1,000 mi | $400-800 |
Wat kopers moeten weten
Check which wheel size
The standard CR85R runs 17"/14" wheels for smaller riders, while the CR85RB Expert uses 19"/16" wheels and a taller seat height for growing racers. Expert models command a premium and fit riders up to roughly 160cm comfortably.
Hard-raced engine wear
Most survivors were raced hard by juniors, so expect worn piston, crank big-end bearings and a rattly clutch; listen for bottom-end knock and check for a smoking, low-compression top end. Cracked radiators, bent subframes and stripped kickstarter splines are also common on crashed examples.
Frequent two-stroke rebuilds
Plan on a piston and ring change every 15–20 hours of racing and a bottom-end inspection around 40–50 hours, plus 32:1–40:1 premix fuel and regular gearbox oil changes. Keep the HPP power valve and reed cage clean of carbon and inspect the air filter after every ride.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Honda CR85R — owned, ridden, recommended.
Veel voorkomende problemen
🔥 1 CRITICALKick resistance, blue smoke, hard starting, piston slap
Rumble noise, side-to-side flywheel play, gearbox oil condition
Hard shifting, creeping at idle, grabby lever feel
Fork seal leaks, dry linkage, rear shock play
✅Checklist vóór aankoop
Strong if maintained; abused race bikes fail fast
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Honda CR85R? +
Worn top end, low compression: Kick resistance, blue smoke, hard starting, piston slap (moderate) | Crank/main bearing failure, bottom-end neglect: Rumble noise, side-to-side flywheel play, gearbox oil condition (serious) | Clutch basket notching and dragging: Hard shifting, creeping at idle, grabby lever feel (moderate)
What is the horsepower of the Honda CR85R? +
The Honda CR85R produces 23 hp @ 11,500 rpm, with 14 Nm @ 10,500 rpm of torque. Top speed: 110 km/h.
Is the Honda CR85R good for beginners? +
Yes — the Honda CR85R is a reasonable choice for new riders (23 hp is manageable), weighing 73 kg.
Is the Honda CR85R reliable? +
Owners report 1 critical issue to watch for on the Honda CR85R, notably: Crank/main bearing failure, bottom-end neglect (Rumble noise, side-to-side flywheel play, gearbox oil condition). Buy with a pre-purchase inspection.
Is the Honda CR85R good for daily use? +
Suited for daily sport use — 6.5 L/100km fuel economy.
How fast is the Honda CR85R? +
The Honda CR85R reaches a top speed of 110 km/h, producing 23 hp at 73 kg curb weight. Real-world performance depends on rider weight, gearing, and road conditions.
What gear should I buy for a Honda CR85R? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Honda CR85R, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/honda/cr85r/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
