Small Changes from Big Red 2005 HONDA XR650-L

Jun. 01, 2006 By ORC STAFF

About 80% of the Line Is In

"Yes, the headlight and blinkers make this bike street-legal. Related to the 650R, the "L" is Big Reds commuter/trail bike."

XR650-L Specifications
MSRP	$5,599
ENGINE
Engine Type	644cc air-cooled dry-sump single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore and Stroke	100.0mm x 82.0mm
Compression Ratio	8.3:1
Valve Train	SOHC; four-valve RFVC
Carburetion	42.5mm diaphragm-type CV
Ignition	Solid-state CD with electronic advance
DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission	Five-speed
Final Drive	#520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/45T
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Suspension	43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability; 11.6-inch travel
Rear Suspension	Pro-Link Showa single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability; 11.0-inch travel
Front Brake	Single disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake	Single disc
Front Tire	3.00-21
Rear Tire	4.60-18
DIMENSIONS
Rake	27.0 degrees
Trail	102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase	57.3 inches
Seat Height	37.0 inches
Ground Clearance	13.0 inches
Dry Weight	324.0 pounds
Fuel Capacity	2.8 gallons, including 0.6-gallon reserve
OTHER
Emissions	California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Available Colors	Red
Model ID	XR650L
FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION
1 year	Coverage of defects in materials and workmanship

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