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{{Motorcycle
|name            = Honda XL600
|photo            = 1983 honda Xl600r.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = Honda
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1983 - 1987
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = Enduro
|engine          = 589[[cc]] [[air-cooled]] single cylinder [[four-stroke]]
|bore_stroke      = 75.0mm x 66.0mm
|compression      = 8.8:1
|top_speed        = 104 mph (167 km/h)
|power            = 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 8000RPM
|torque          = 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6000RPM
|fuel_system      = Keihin Carburetor
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR8EA-9}} '83-87 <ref name="service" />
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB3L-A}} '83-87
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 41mm Showa [[hydraulic]] telescopic forks <br>
Rear: Pro-link single shock
|brakes          =Front: dual disc <br>Rear: single disc
|front_tire      = {{tire|90/90-21}}
|front_tire_psi  = 21
|rear_tire    = {{tire|130/80-17}}
|rear_tire_psi    = 21
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 59.25 inches (1505 mm)
|length          = 86.81 inches (2205 mm)
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      = 33.46 inches (850 mm)
|dry_weight      = 295.3 Lbs (134 kg)
|wet_weight      = 321 LBS
|fuel_capacity    = 3.2 US gal 13.0 Liters
|oil_capacity    = 2.5 L <ref name="service">{{cite book|title=1983 - 1984 Honda XL600R Service Manual|publisher=Honda}}</ref>
|oil_filter      = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-112}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|recommended_oil= Honda GN4 10W-40
|fuel_consumption = 0.60 liters/100 km (166.7 km/l or 392.03 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          = [[Honda XR600R]]<br />[[Honda XL400R]]<br />[[Honda XL500R]]<br />[[Honda XL600V]]
|competition      =
|manuals          = [[:File:Honda XL600R 1983 1984 Service Manual.pdf]]
}}
The '''[[Honda]] XL600R''' was a single cylinder [[four-stroke]] [[Enduro]] [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] between 1983 and 2000. It could reach a top speed of 104 mph (167 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 8000 RPM. 
==Engine==
The engine was a large [[thumper]]  single cylinder four-stroke. A 100.0mm [[bore]] x 75.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 589.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was moderated via a chain driven overhead cam with 4 valves.  Honda later re-used a very similar engine in the [[Honda GB500]].
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 90/90-21 front [[tire]] and a 130/80-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a drum brake in the rear. The front suspension was a  41mm Showa hydraulic telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Pro-link single shock. The XL600R was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 432.11 pounds (196.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 59.25 inches (1505 mm) long. 
er at 6500rpm. Thanks to its engine, the bike is able to reach a top speed 142 km/h.
==Intro==
[[Honda XL600/Videos|'''XL600 Videos''']]
[[Honda XL600/Videos|'''XL600 Videos''']]
==1983==
==1983==
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[[Image:1983_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R]]
File:1983_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-7948-0.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-7948-1.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-7948-2.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-7948-3.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-7948-4.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-0.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-1.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-2.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-3.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-4.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-5.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-6.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-7.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
File:1983-Honda-XL600R-Red-6077-8.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda XL600R in Red
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The XL600R'83 was sold in 1983 in one color: Monza Red. The gas tank, side covers, fenders, headlight cowl, and frame were red. The seat, fork boots, number plate panels, and engine were black. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The "600R" side cover decal was solid white. The engine was a 589cc OHC [[RFVC]] single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*DM000027
 
The XL600R'83 was sold in 1983 in one color: Monza Red. The gas tank, side covers, fenders, headlight cowl, and frame were red. The seat, fork boots, number plate panels, and engine were black. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The "600R" side cover decal was solid white. The engine was a 589cc OHC RFVC single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*DM000027
 


==1984==
==1984==
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[[Image:1984_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red]][[Image:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red]][[Image:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red]]
File:1984_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R
File:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red
File:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red
File:1984-Honda-XL600R-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda XL600R in Monza Red
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* The seat, fork boots, number plate panels, and engine were black.
* The seat, fork boots, number plate panels, and engine were black.
* The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver.
* The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver.
* The engine was a 589cc OHC [[RFVC]] single cylinder with two carburetors, dry sump, and two head pipes.
* The engine was a 589cc OHC RFVC single cylinder with two carburetors, dry sump, and two head pipes.
* The transmission was a 5-speed.
* The transmission was a 5-speed.
* Suspension: Pro-Link™ rear suspension
* Suspension: Pro-Link™ rear suspension
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The XL600R'85 was sold in 1985 in Flash Red. The seat, fork boots, and shock spring were blue. The tank wing decal was red, white, and blue. The "600R" tank decal was white and blue. The number plate panels were yellow. The gas tank, side covers, fenders, headlight cowl, and frame were red. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The engine was a 589cc OHC [[RFVC]] single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*FK200003
The XL600R'85 was sold in 1985 in Flash Red. The seat, fork boots, and shock spring were blue. The tank wing decal was red, white, and blue. The "600R" tank decal was white and blue. The number plate panels were yellow. The gas tank, side covers, fenders, headlight cowl, and frame were red. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The engine was a 589cc OHC RFVC single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*FK200003
 


==1986==
==1986==
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[[Image:1986_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-4.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White]]
File:1986_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-Blue-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-3.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White
File:1986-Honda-XL600R-White1-4.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda XL600R in White
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The XL600R'86 was sold in 1986 in Shasta White with Southern Blue. The gas tank was 3-tone blue, red, and white. The fenders, side covers, frame, and headlight cowl were white. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were gold color. The engine was red. The number plate panels were black. The engine was a 589cc OHC [[RFVC]] single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*GK300001
The XL600R'86 was sold in 1986 in Shasta White with Southern Blue. The gas tank was 3-tone blue, red, and white. The fenders, side covers, frame, and headlight cowl were white. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were gold color. The engine was red. The number plate panels were black. The engine was a 589cc OHC RFVC single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*GK300001


==1987==
==1987==
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[[Image:1987_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R]][[Image:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-0.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-1.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-2.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White]][[Image:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-3.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White]]
File:1987_honda_Xl600r.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R
File:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-0.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White
File:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-1.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White
File:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-2.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White
File:1987-Honda-XL600R-White-3.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda XL600R in White
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The XL600R'87 was sold in 1987 in Shasta White with Southern Blue. The gas tank was 3-tone: blue, red, and white. The red stripe was actually 3-tone dark, medium, and light red. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The fenders, side covers, frame, and headlight cowl were white. The engine was red. The number plate panels were black. The engine was a 589cc OHC [[RFVC]] single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*HK400001
The XL600R'87 was sold in 1987 in Shasta White with Southern Blue. The gas tank was 3-tone: blue, red, and white. The red stripe was actually 3-tone dark, medium, and light red. The wheels, fork legs, and swingarm were silver. The fenders, side covers, frame, and headlight cowl were white. The engine was red. The number plate panels were black. The engine was a 589cc OHC RFVC single cylinder with two carburetors and two head pipes. The transmission was a 5-speed. The serial number began JH2PD030*HK400001


The XL600R is a Honda motorcycle equipped with an air cooled, single cylinder, four stroke, 591cc engine developing 44 horsepower.
==1989 XL600V==
[[Image:1989_honda_Xl600v.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V Transalp]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V TransALP in White]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V TransALP in White]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V TransALP in White]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White1-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V in White]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White1-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V in White]][[Image:1989-Honda-XL600V-White1-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda XL600V in White]]
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The XL600V'89 Transalp was sold in 1989 in Pearl Crystal White. The fairing stripes were red and blue. The engine was a 583cc OHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 5-speed transmission. The serial number began JH2PD060*KM200001.


==1990 XL600V==
[[Image:1990_honda_Xl600v.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda XL600V Transalp]]
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== References ==
The XL600V'90 Transalp was sold in 1990 in Moonstone Silver Metallic (beige) or Fighting Red. The red bike had silver stripes while the other bike had brown and black stripes. The engine was a 583cc OHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 5-speed transmission. The serial number began JH2PD060*LM300001
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==See Also==
==1998==
*[[Honda XL350]]
[[Image:1998-Honda-XL600V-Transalp.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Honda XL600V Transalp]]
*[[Honda XL500]]
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[[Category:Honda XL series]]
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[[Category:Honda motorcycles|XL600]]
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