Organizing all the essential Honda XR650R information!
Check Your XR650R Thermostat
The Honda XR650R Thermostat is known to fail regularly. This isn’t a drastic issue, but will cause your engine to run under non optimum temperature conditions if not treated. It’s a good idea to check your thermostat from time to time and if it looks something like the photo below then it is time to be replaced.
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Stant Manufacturing Radiator Cap for the XR650R
about 2 years ago - 2 comments
There are a few options for swapping out the Honda XR650R radiator cap. You can swap the KX500 radiator cap onto the XR650R, or you can buy the SRC Racing XR650R Radiator cap, or you can but the cap produced by Stant Manufacturing in California.
I have read great reviews of the Stant caps, they seem More >
Swapping the KX500 Radiator Cap onto the XR650R
about 2 years ago - 2 comments
Many owners will swap the 1.1 Bar rated radiator cap that comes stock on the XR650R for an aftermarket unit. The goal is the prevent the radiators from boiling over as easily. It’s a somewhat debated topic in that using a higher pressure cap will increase the strain throughout the entire system. Most have positive More >
SRC High Pressure Radiator Cap for the XR650R
about 2 years ago - 2 comments
Many owners will swap the 1.1 Bar rated radiator cap that comes stock on the XR650R for an aftermarket unit. The goal is the prevent the radiators from boiling over as easily. It’s a somewhat debated topic in that using a higher pressure cap will increase the strain throughout the entire system. Most have positive More >
Simple XR650R Cooling Fan Install
about 2 years ago - 2 comments
The XR650R cooling system is quite adequate in most situations. However, in hot climates when riding slow steep trails, or being stuck in traffic, the BRP can get too hot and overheat. Many will try to band-aid the situation with a high pressure radiator cap (which can be read more about elsewhere on this site). More >
Clutch Bushing Inspection
about 2 years ago - No comments
From time to time it’s a good idea to inspect your clutch bushing for wear. Wear can create slop in the clutch and over time significant damage to the basket. These parts aren’t known to wear at any accelerated rate, but next time you replace your clutch plates make a point to pull off the More >
Maintenance and Service Interval Schedule
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It’s a little small but is readable if you squint a bit. These are the intervals recommended by Honda that you service your XR650R.
Honda XR650R Water Pump – Parts Fiche
about 2 years ago - No comments
Parts fiche for the Honda XR650R Seat and Side Cover.
Honda XR650R Radiators and Thermostat – Parts Fiche
about 2 years ago - No comments
Parts fiche for the Honda XR650R Radiators and Thermostat.
