2012 Honda XR650L review
If you are looking for a bike that can do everything, the time-tested Honda XR650L is the machine. Off-road has the power, suspension and durability requirements of Dirt Rider. The road to a fuel economy of light, electric start, excellent and makes it perfect for commuters, even over long distances.
The anti-644cc overhead cam engine produces massive torque and power. Cooling to keep things simple and reduce maintenance. And the gear-driven engine to reduce vibration counterbalancer heavy.
If you are looking for a bike that can do everything, the time-tested Honda XR650L is the machine. Off-road has the power, suspension and durability requirements of Dirt Rider. The road to a fuel economy of light, electric start, excellent and makes it perfect for commuters, even over long distances.
The anti-644cc overhead cam engine produces massive torque and power. Cooling to keep things simple and reduce maintenance. And the gear-driven engine to reduce vibration counterbalancer heavy.
Baja hard XR650L has versatility to go where you want to ride a motorcycle without the hassle of a trailer to dirtbike. New graphics for 2012 to keep looking up, too.
In truth, the XR650L has grown to become a legend in his own time and with good reason. That the road ahead holds dirt roads, single track trails, roads or trails, the XR650L is the key that opens the door for riding adventures and good times. For years, proponents of XR650L entrusted this do-it-all mount to carry them to all forms of remote destinations and back. And 2012, yields loved XR650L perform a variety of missions on two wheels again.
2012 Honda XR650L Features & Benefits
New for 2012
- Bold new graphics.
2012 Honda XR650L Special Features
For Electric Start. Electric drive.
XR650L an electric starter button is easy to start cold in the morning, or if the bike sat for the entire week. Proven design and components make it a very reliable, too.
Split personality.
Check out the features that make XR650L and competent as an engineer for road and dirt: Semi-double cradle steel frame. Showa 43 mm cartridge with 16-position compression damping adjustment. Box-section aluminum swingarm lightweight Quick-detach rear wheel. Elements, such as making it a great bike, disc brakes front and rear, electric start button, the tachometer and compact, steel fuel tank, and fuel economy make it more perfect road machine.
The 650, who beat Baja.
Honda air-cooled, 600 class bikes have been refined in Baja California, if you know the XR650L can easily manage your daily commute. Powerful, compact, durable and fuel efficient, you can not overcome.
2012 Honda XR650L - United States Standards
U.S. MSRP - V. Honda dealer for pricing.
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
Induction of 42.5 mm diaphragm type CV carburetor
Ignition Solid CD with electronic advance
Transmission
Five-speed transmission
Final Drive # 520 O-ring sealed chain, 15T/45T
Chassis / suspension / brakes
Front suspension 43 mm air-adjustable fork axle Showa cartridge with compression damping adjustment positions of 16, 11.6 mm stroke
Rear Suspension Pro-Link ® Showa single shock with spring preload, compression and positions 20 and 20 positions of rebound adjustment, 11.0 in. travel
Front disc brake with dual-piston
Rear disc brake
Front tire 3.00-21
Rear 4.60-18
DIMENSIONS
Rake 27.0 degrees
Trail 102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase of 57.3 inches
Seat height: 37.0 inches
Curb Weight 346 pounds (* Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank ready to roll)
Fuel Capacity 2.8 gallons, including 0.6 liters reserve
Ground clearance 13.0 inches
OTHER
Available colors Red
Model ID XR650L
Emissions Meets current CARB and EPA standards. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
INFORMATION Factory Warranty
A year transferable unlimited mileage limited, extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
In truth, the XR650L has grown to become a legend in his own time and with good reason. That the road ahead holds dirt roads, single track trails, roads or trails, the XR650L is the key that opens the door for riding adventures and good times. For years, proponents of XR650L entrusted this do-it-all mount to carry them to all forms of remote destinations and back. And 2012, yields loved XR650L perform a variety of missions on two wheels again.
2012 Honda XR650L Features & Benefits
New for 2012
- Bold new graphics.
2012 Honda XR650L Special Features
For Electric Start. Electric drive.
XR650L an electric starter button is easy to start cold in the morning, or if the bike sat for the entire week. Proven design and components make it a very reliable, too.
Split personality.
Check out the features that make XR650L and competent as an engineer for road and dirt: Semi-double cradle steel frame. Showa 43 mm cartridge with 16-position compression damping adjustment. Box-section aluminum swingarm lightweight Quick-detach rear wheel. Elements, such as making it a great bike, disc brakes front and rear, electric start button, the tachometer and compact, steel fuel tank, and fuel economy make it more perfect road machine.
The 650, who beat Baja.
Honda air-cooled, 600 class bikes have been refined in Baja California, if you know the XR650L can easily manage your daily commute. Powerful, compact, durable and fuel efficient, you can not overcome.
2012 Honda XR650L - United States Standards
U.S. MSRP - V. Honda dealer for pricing.
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
Induction of 42.5 mm diaphragm type CV carburetor
Ignition Solid CD with electronic advance
Transmission
Five-speed transmission
Final Drive # 520 O-ring sealed chain, 15T/45T
Chassis / suspension / brakes
Front suspension 43 mm air-adjustable fork axle Showa cartridge with compression damping adjustment positions of 16, 11.6 mm stroke
Rear Suspension Pro-Link ® Showa single shock with spring preload, compression and positions 20 and 20 positions of rebound adjustment, 11.0 in. travel
Front disc brake with dual-piston
Rear disc brake
Front tire 3.00-21
Rear 4.60-18
DIMENSIONS
Rake 27.0 degrees
Trail 102.0mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase of 57.3 inches
Seat height: 37.0 inches
Curb Weight 346 pounds (* Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank ready to roll)
Fuel Capacity 2.8 gallons, including 0.6 liters reserve
Ground clearance 13.0 inches
OTHER
Available colors Red
Model ID XR650L
Emissions Meets current CARB and EPA standards. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
INFORMATION Factory Warranty
A year transferable unlimited mileage limited, extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
