What kind of bike is the Honda XR650R?
The XR650R is an aluminum framed, liquid cooled, 650cc single cylinder motorcycle built by Honda to race in the Baja 1000. I purchased the bike new in 2003, and started researching what upgrades would make the XRR into a fun, reliable commuter, and canyon bike.
What kind of tires should I get for my XR650L?
Plus, there is very little to no change when comparing the tires of both XR650L and XR650R. However, stock tires are 80% road and 20% dirt. So if you want to get serious, replacing the rear tire with a 140 and 2.5 rear rim would be a good idea.
Is the Honda XR650R Supermoto Full Tilt Boogie still running?
Crago Racing did a great job with the rebuild and tuning, the XRR really hauls. The XRR now has over 20k miles since the rebuild and runs great, a recent leak down test showed good numbers. The most recent upgrades to the XRR include a new wiring harness from Vancouver Supermoto, called “The Warness”.
Can a Honda XR650R be swapped for a CRF450?
To make the swap straight forward, a conversion kit was sourced from Emig Racing. The kit consists of an XR650R steering stem machined and pressed into upper, and lower billet triple trees that accept CRF450 forks. The kit is a high quality piece, and makes the fork swap smooth.
The XR650R is an aluminum framed, liquid cooled, 650cc single cylinder motorcycle built by Honda to race in the Baja 1000. I purchased the bike new in 2003, and started researching what upgrades would make the XRR into a fun, reliable commuter, and canyon bike.
Why is my Honda XR650R engine not working?
The magazine recently purchased a 2000 Honda XR650R motorcycle with less than 1000 original miles on the bike. An honest and forthright previous owner could not start the engine, and given the mileage, we agreed that the problem was stale winter (ethanol) fuel—which had eaten up the plastic tank screen!
Crago Racing did a great job with the rebuild and tuning, the XRR really hauls. The XRR now has over 20k miles since the rebuild and runs great, a recent leak down test showed good numbers. The most recent upgrades to the XRR include a new wiring harness from Vancouver Supermoto, called “The Warness”.
Plus, there is very little to no change when comparing the tires of both XR650L and XR650R. However, stock tires are 80% road and 20% dirt. So if you want to get serious, replacing the rear tire with a 140 and 2.5 rear rim would be a good idea.
Is the Honda XR650R air cooled or liquid cooled?
To be clear: I’m talking about the liquid-cooled “R” version of the XR650, and not the air-cooled “L” version that Honda has been making about the exact same for so many years. I’m talking about the liquid-cooled XR650R that won so many Baja and other desert races, and could legitimately compete with KTM’s popular 690 Enduro any day of the week.
Who is the man behind the XR650R dirt bike?
So even though it was a little rusty and a little bent, it got the nod, and project Dominator was on. Bruce Ogilvie was the man behind the XR650R. The XR650R was always a Mexican superhero. Back in 2000, it was brought to the market through the sheer willpower of one man.
Is the Honda XR650R street legal in the US?
Of course Honda would have to jump all sorts of environmental/EPA hurdles to make the XR650R street legal here in the U.S. and probably cut through similar red tape around the world. Adding the electric starter couldn’t be too difficult though, as even a handful of aftermarket options already exist, and as for adding 6th gear?
Is the Honda XR650R up for sale?
Up for sale is a very clean and meticulously kept “King of the Baja 1000.” This bike was built and maintained by aviation and motorcycle enthusiasts that truly appreciate quality and a job done right. If you want the “Best of the Best,” this is the only XR to have.
What kind of starter does Honda XR650L have?
The XR650L’s electric starter takes all the drama out of restarting off-road, or getting underway on a cold morning or after the bike’s been sitting all week. Fully equipped for the street—including turn signals, license-plate light, mirrors, speedometer and more.
What is bore stroke ratio of Honda XR650R?
The motorcycle had the needed displacement to pull it through desert races. Additionally, the XR650R’s bore-stroke ratio of 100 mm x 82.6 mm eliminated the need for modifications or a power-up kit. Check out this Honda XR650R Review by eveRide ADV:
Where does the Honda XR series come from?
Honda XR series. The Honda XR series is a range of four-stroke off-road motorcycles that were designed in Japan but assembled all over the world.
Call or text 951-531-7068 for more information 2003 Honda XR650R Vehicle Overview: Stock: 400388 VIN: JH2RE01253M400388 Year: 2003 Make: Honda Model: XR Mileage: 0 Engine: 650 Vehicle Description: 2003 XR650R the Big Red Thumper! The bike is still on its original plastics and graphics.
When did the Honda XR650R win the Baja 1000?
Kawasaki’s KX500 dominated the Mexican 1000 nine years in a row before the release of this two-wheeler. But in the 1999 Baja 1000, the XR650R broke Kawasaki’s winning streak with Johnny Campbell as the record rider. Sadly, Kawasaki pulled the plug on its Baja racing program by then, so the two giants never competed.
Where can I buy a used Honda motorcycle?
Hatfield Powersports offers used motorcycle retail sales at wholesale prices, as well as purchasing your used motorcycles. We also purchase and sell quads, dirt bikes, travel trailers, boats, and jet skis.
Hatfield Powersports offers used motorcycle retail sales at wholesale prices, as well as purchasing your used motorcycles. We also purchase and sell quads, dirt bikes, travel trailers, boats, and jet skis.
Where can I buy a Honda CR250 motorcycle in ca?
CA Buyers must purchase at dealers location by appointment only. For non CA buyers HaulBikes. com is offering a $525 Deal to ship from CA to anywhere in the Lower 48 States and on top of that the price you see is the price you pay! no other added fees!