Love watching the build process. My stepfather has one kicking around his shop that he doesn't ride, but he lets me borrow it, so I've slowly been replacing parts on it and improving it. After getting burned on a dual sport ride last year (stock fuel tank, ran out at 104 miles on the odo) I'm looking into ways to improve the mileage. Oil cooler & stock carb with Dave's mods, then tuned to run lean, looks like the way to go. For reference my CRF250L gets 70-75mpg on gravel roads and slow back roads.
Yeah the 250L gets great mpg, I would look into installing a bigger gas tank like the 5.3 gallon or the 4 gallon. If you go with the 5.3 then check out my install video. 🤘🏼🔥
Love seeing kids in the shop with dad. It can be an issue sometimes, other day my 3 year old let all the air outta my wife’s tires in the driveway. I got a call shortly afterwards 😂.
I know you're gonna buy that boy a little xr ! 😆 I grew up on these bikes, started on a Z50, and didn't take long to graduate to an XL 75. Now my Harley Davidsons just ain't doing it for me anymore! I wanna go offroad ! I've been looking at getting me a xr 650, like I need another motorcycle. Enjoyed the video, nice mods. Did the taller risers make much difference? Also is the small tank much of an issue? I know it's small but it definitely looks much better than the aftermarket tanks. I've been reading about the front sprocket needs to be upgraded to a thicker one, so it doesn't wear out the output shaft. Also the carb needs rejetting to correct the lean issue and also makes the engine run cooler.
@@66tdarren you can never have to many bikes 😂 and yeah he has a crf50. The bar risers are a must unless you change to taller bars. The stock setup is way too low. I upgraded to the 5.8 gallon tank because I wanted to do some long trips and 80 mpg to a full tank if not enough especially when you get lost in the woods 🤣. The “Fritzco” Sprocket is the way to go. 🤙🏼
@CoyoteChris yea, 80 miles !? That bites. What were they thinking! I'll probably wind up buying an xr. The wife may be mad, but I'll still have a new Motorcycle! 😆 🤣 😂 I subscribed to your channel, keep the xr content coming friend.
Did you buy your bike new or used? I've found a few barely used ones on MP, but they want near as much$$ as a brand new bike. I want to go set on one, to check out the too tall issue some guys are complaining about, but no local dealers have one. I'm 6'1, so I don't think that'll be an issue
@@66tdarren I bought it used with roughly 2k miles for around $4,500. I’m 5’11” so you should be good on height. The only issue I have with the height is when I come to a stop because I’ve slide back too far on the seat while riding. If you remember to slide back forward before stopping it’s no issue. 🤙🏼
How do you like it? I'm trying to buy a 2024 XR650L... I have a 2021 Suzuki DR650 and I like it a lot, but I want the Honda too so I can have both when they are finally discontinued
I just got a 2024 model and I love it can’t stop riding it, I have street bikes dirt bike vintage racing bike and this xr650l is my go to bike , such a perfect bike and so reliable, if you get one you can’t go wrong
Here is an Amazon link, hope it help 🤘🏼🔥 www.amazon.com/Handlebar-Risers-Height-XR650L-1993-2009/dp/B07HPFNB66/ref=asc_df_B07HPFNB66/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693645416101&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6587218958884376274&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011028&hvtargid=pla-2064784220319&psc=1&mcid=95dda5010247329bb300d677f07b6511&gad_source=1
Where did you get your new smaller taillight assembly? The only one I have found that is similar is at Rocky Mtn ATV, but the reviews for it aren't very good. I would like to get one for my 2012 XR650L.
Their all cheap but I usually order from Amazon because it’s 100% returnable , so if I have an issue I just get a new one for free. Here is a link to Amazon. www.amazon.com/Western-Power-Sports-Universal-Light/dp/B002OQ8PV4
Here is a Amazon link to the bars Dirtracks Side Crashbar Compatible with XR650L 1993-2023 Hope this helps! 🤘🏼🔥www.amazon.com/Dirtracks-Crashbar-Honda-XR650L-1993-2018/dp/B00OVBC0HA/ref=asc_df_B00OVBC0HA/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693637763267&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17125394517943181260&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011028&hvtargid=pla-1955212949264&psc=1&mcid=52a1c8d8ce6a374b91d897a0fe0b2e1e&gad_source=1
Love watching the build process. My stepfather has one kicking around his shop that he doesn't ride, but he lets me borrow it, so I've slowly been replacing parts on it and improving it. After getting burned on a dual sport ride last year (stock fuel tank, ran out at 104 miles on the odo) I'm looking into ways to improve the mileage. Oil cooler & stock carb with Dave's mods, then tuned to run lean, looks like the way to go. For reference my CRF250L gets 70-75mpg on gravel roads and slow back roads.
Yeah the 250L gets great mpg, I would look into installing a bigger gas tank like the 5.3 gallon or the 4 gallon. If you go with the 5.3 then check out my install video. 🤘🏼🔥
What about a license plate lamp?
@@awesomefish100 I’ve never been stopped for that and I’ve been riding for 23 years. 🤷♂️
My top XR650 mod was the Flexx bars wow they’re really nice.
@@davids11131113 wow I just looked them up. All the years of riding bikes and I’ve never seen those. So they work really good?
Love seeing kids in the shop with dad. It can be an issue sometimes, other day my 3 year old let all the air outta my wife’s tires in the driveway. I got a call shortly afterwards 😂.
They have to learn 😂 at our expense.
I know you're gonna buy that boy a little xr ! 😆 I grew up on these bikes, started on a Z50, and didn't take long to graduate to an XL 75. Now my Harley Davidsons just ain't doing it for me anymore! I wanna go offroad ! I've been looking at getting me a xr 650, like I need another motorcycle. Enjoyed the video, nice mods. Did the taller risers make much difference? Also is the small tank much of an issue? I know it's small but it definitely looks much better than the aftermarket tanks. I've been reading about the front sprocket needs to be upgraded to a thicker one, so it doesn't wear out the output shaft. Also the carb needs rejetting to correct the lean issue and also makes the engine run cooler.
@@66tdarren you can never have to many bikes 😂 and yeah he has a crf50. The bar risers are a must unless you change to taller bars. The stock setup is way too low. I upgraded to the 5.8 gallon tank because I wanted to do some long trips and 80 mpg to a full tank if not enough especially when you get lost in the woods 🤣. The “Fritzco” Sprocket is the way to go. 🤙🏼
@CoyoteChris yea, 80 miles !? That bites. What were they thinking! I'll probably wind up buying an xr. The wife may be mad, but I'll still have a new Motorcycle! 😆 🤣 😂 I subscribed to your channel, keep the xr content coming friend.
Did you buy your bike new or used? I've found a few barely used ones on MP, but they want near as much$$ as a brand new bike. I want to go set on one, to check out the too tall issue some guys are complaining about, but no local dealers have one. I'm 6'1, so I don't think that'll be an issue
@@66tdarrenIf she starts to complain you should take a ride to let her cool off 🤣. The stock tank doesn’t get good mileage.
@@66tdarren I bought it used with roughly 2k miles for around $4,500. I’m 5’11” so you should be good on height. The only issue I have with the height is when I come to a stop because I’ve slide back too far on the seat while riding. If you remember to slide back forward before stopping it’s no issue. 🤙🏼
great work enjoy it Coyote
@@mrsmel269 Thanks 🤘🏼
I just bought a 2024 model I just couldn’t find one to buy near me a new or used one, nice job on your bike
Thanks, I’ve got a video uploading tomorrow with the 5.8 gallon gas tank install. 🤘🏼🔥
How do you like it? I'm trying to buy a 2024 XR650L... I have a 2021 Suzuki DR650 and I like it a lot, but I want the Honda too so I can have both when they are finally discontinued
I just got a 2024 model and I love it can’t stop riding it, I have street bikes dirt bike vintage racing bike and this xr650l is my go to bike , such a perfect bike and so reliable, if you get one you can’t go wrong
@@astonebrook91 I really like the xr650l. The only complaints I have are the stock tires and stock muffler sound. 🤘🏼👍🏼
@@jamespolucha8790 agreed 🤘🏼
Canyii ok share a link for the handlebar riser? Thanks awesome video
Here is an Amazon link, hope it help 🤘🏼🔥 www.amazon.com/Handlebar-Risers-Height-XR650L-1993-2009/dp/B07HPFNB66/ref=asc_df_B07HPFNB66/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693645416101&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6587218958884376274&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011028&hvtargid=pla-2064784220319&psc=1&mcid=95dda5010247329bb300d677f07b6511&gad_source=1
Where did you get your new smaller taillight assembly? The only one I have found that is similar is at Rocky Mtn ATV, but the reviews for it aren't very good. I would like to get one for my 2012 XR650L.
Their all cheap but I usually order from Amazon because it’s 100% returnable , so if I have an issue I just get a new one for free. Here is a link to Amazon. www.amazon.com/Western-Power-Sports-Universal-Light/dp/B002OQ8PV4
Nice video. Who makes the pannier / saddle bag rack that you got from your buddy?
Here is a Amazon link to the bars Dirtracks Side Crashbar Compatible with XR650L 1993-2023
Hope this helps! 🤘🏼🔥www.amazon.com/Dirtracks-Crashbar-Honda-XR650L-1993-2018/dp/B00OVBC0HA/ref=asc_df_B00OVBC0HA/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693637763267&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17125394517943181260&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011028&hvtargid=pla-1955212949264&psc=1&mcid=52a1c8d8ce6a374b91d897a0fe0b2e1e&gad_source=1
What brand foot pegs are those?
@@xjbobbin82 just some cheap brand from Amazon. 🤘🏼
Excelente trabajo ,feliciraciones , saludos de Ecuador.
@@javiermora4389 Hello from America 👋
no washers?
@@reaper2009rzr Washers where and what part are you asking?