2008 Honda XR 650L Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2008 Honda XR 650L

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Model Type	On-Off Road
BASE MSRP(US)	$5,949.00
Dealers	Honda Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	Single-Cylinder
Cylinders	1
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Air
Valves	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	SOHC
Compression Ratio	8.3:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	3 X 21
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	4.6 X 18
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	57.3 / 1455.4
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	2.8 / 10.6

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By Chad(Owner), Aug. 13, 2009

This is my first enduro, and I am impressed...it has no problem cruising at 80 mph on the interstate, and has full capabilities of going off road...anyone that gives this bike a bad review simply does not like the high center of gravity...but with me being 6'3" it is totally comfortable...my on... Read Full Review

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By Dan Blaine(Owner), Aug. 3, 2009

Purchased this Honda 650l in Nov 08. After working out some kinks it works great. I really enjoy the power, speed, and reliability. Read Full Review

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Great Bike

By Dan N Blaine(Owner), Aug. 15, 2009

I really enjoy owning this motorcycle. It is reliable and a lot of fun. I take it into the mountains all the time and ride the trails. I bought a rack with pennier set. Loads of fun. It is a great ride. Recommend it!! Read Full Review

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SUV of Motorcycles

By mark fisher(Owner), Sep. 6, 2009

My previous bike was a 250cc street & trail. I loved it for the off-road, but it lacked enough power on the hiway. My Honda 650L solved that problem. I love this bike both on and off-road. I live in a semi-rural area and it is so nice to ride to the mountains, instead of hauling it. I would like... Read Full Review

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Weak frame design

By Erik Suttie(Owner), Sep. 7, 2011

All in all not a bad bike. Off road, on road, and highway ridding, even handled nicely maneuvering around a left turn idiot. But just when I thought it was the tank of all enduros, the torque of the mill snaped the frame, littrualy a hole section toward the bottom left side, also cracking the gusse... Read Full Review

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