Yes, the headlight and blinkers make this bike street-legal. But if you stick only to the asphalt, the XR650L is gonna get restless. Make no mistake, this is a Baja-ready, 644cc dirt machine. Did we also mention that it's street-legal?
2008 Honda XR 650L, Dual-sport, dual-purpose no matter what you call it, the XR650L puts the fun in functional. Sure, the headlight and turn signals make this bike street-legal, but at the heart of this machine lies Baja 1000-winning tech that just begs to be taken off-road too. Add an electric starter and you're looking at a potent 650 cc four-stroke as ready for the dirt as it is for the daily commute. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
It all starts in the engine room, where the XR™'s potent, Baja-bred 644 cubic-centimeter OHC powerplant uses Honda's patented Radial Four-Valve Combustion Chamber (RFVC) to put out huge torque and power. From there, a gear-driven counterbalancer minimizes vibrations, while a light, rigid chassis and long-travel suspension soak up the bumps and deliver superb handling on pavement and off. Handy electric starting simply makes it all that much easier. The XR650L. The name is new, but it's as good as ever.
2015 Honda XR 650L, Let The Adventures BeginIf you can get there by motorcycle, Honda’s do-it-all XR™650L is the bike you can count on to take you there. Dirt or street, freeway or trail, mountains or desert, to work every day or to someplace where the phone never rings on the weekend. It’s one of the most versatile vehicles on the planet—and it’s a bargain to boot.The 644 cc single-cylinder engine is air-cooled for simplicity, and offers legendary reliability, even under harsh conditions. Electric starting means getting underway is a snap, and an integral engine counterbalance means it runs smooth. Off-road it has the power, suspension and durability a dirt rider demands. On-road its light overall weight and excellent fuel efficiency make it the perfect commuter.Both practical and fun, the XR650L has developed a loyal following, and it’s easy to see why. If you’re looking for one bike that can really introduce you to new worlds, look no further than the XR650L.
