The blue handle bars are alumilite brand, bought in the 90's specifically for an alternative to the oem "bend". A 1998 is a good year to have. Thank you for commenting!
Great collection and great video! Been an XR nut all my life. Strayed away from the hobby when my girls and my business were young, but recently fell on an absolutely gorgeous 2002 650R. I’ve owned the 250 and 350 in the past, and rode a buddy’s 600 quite a bit. Don’t get me wrong, love my 650 but I’m actively looking for a 600! Something about those air cooled tractors!! Ride safe !
Hi Kevin, thanks for writing! Your looking at a some what out dated collection there. Seems to be a popular video, so I am glad it keeps getting views. the 96 in the video was cannablized to make my plated 95 with a nickle frame. Most of the 96's parts went there. The 1991 in the video got stripped down and all it's great parts went to make "2K" which really looks just like it. The old 91 had seen a lot of desert time. Just look at the boot wear all the way to the top! I found a plated 2000 xr600r that had little use so I put all my good parts on there. The 92 has not changed. I bought it new and it's never been rebuilt. My buddy has a plated 600 and a plated 650R. He likes the ergonomics of the 600 better. But the 650... Man! watch out behind him as those things throw chunks. Tremendous power. If he rolls on, I can't match his pull away power. I have achieved the "fleet" I wanted for the different kinds of rides with I do with the well sorted 1995 and 2000 xr600's and a nx650 for the street. That leaves me with 4 ohv's. I am thinking that I want to sell the 1999 because in this day and age you need a plate. I don't make many ohv outings anymore. This is more like "the latest"... ua-cam.com/video/BJM_w0kWFoY/v-deo.html ...but even this video is outdated. Where you at cause I'm gonna sell this 99 and later the 96 Look at the 99 here... ua-cam.com/video/iAMMlMV3jyE/v-deo.html
Great bikes! Though bullet proof and reliable, there are a few niche type things to watch for and address. Like; watch for spline wear on countershaft getting too hot/low on oil Simple bike, great to fix up, easy to work on. In the last 5 years I have watched a steady decline in parts available for the 600. Honda has discontinued support. There are some critical parts N/A now. In time, I bet the aftermarket will step up. For instance, no more OEM carburetors. There was a void, none on earth! Then, some chinese company stepped up and did some re-pops. Now you can get a perfectly good new carb for as low as $60. Best wishes on your 600, thanks for commenting.
That indeed WAS the last time I started the 1996. Cause not long after that, I used many of the 96 parts to make nicky. So you DO get to hear this engine run again. It's currently my best all around running motor. It's sweet! What? You have not seen nicky's playlist? ua-cam.com/play/PLHAawYHWFtwStBlP_c5odPjW3Gu7Sh12H.html It's the 1996 xr reborn again with a terminator skeleton, red skin with a plate! Wont be four months now between rides on that motor!
Gidday Mate, Love your posts, even the older stuff is great, I have had 600s all my life and they are truly a great all round bike. Ours here are all road legal so my first I clocked up 160000kms on it. Still have three. Cheers Happy new year from New Zealand.
Wow thanks, I too had 600's... since 92. But before that was the 82 xr500r and the 74 triumph tr5mx avenger. Always the big bore thumpers. you can look back at some of it in the old videos on my channel. Let's get some riding this year instead of lockdown! Happy new year. 2many
@@keithedwards5062 OK, just seeing if you were done yet. I have not forgotten. We have not talked what it would be worth and I am not ready yet. But that day closes in on me. I can ride better than I can walk. Just put new steering head bearings in it today. Never had any ever go bad before. But that is my oldest 600. A section between to rollers had busted out of the cage. I diagnosed it perfectly when I began to feel it... Sure enough... My 1992 xr600r is not a museum piece, but it's not junky either. After you get done with it, it would be a shame to ride it!
@@2manyrides To me the history behind the bike and the care you taken with it speaks volumes. It would be a fantastic piece to the collection and it would still be run up to look after the internals. Age catches us all but so good to see you out doing it and enjoying your passion John. When time comes we can talk about the ins and outs of purchasing the beast.
AND... I want to thank you for your comment on the bikes. As of 6/211/22 the status of these machines is.... The 1992 is the same and likely will never change. I bought it new in 92 and it holds a bit of nostalgia. I've got no need to modify or change it as I have 2many 600's now. The 1991 has been decommissioned. It was well used, but had all good parts on it so I recently took them all off and put together it's replacement which is now called "2K". The 1996 got cannablized in order to create a plated dirt bike called "nicky". That because of the nickle plated frame. Nicky is a 95 and the beginnings of it's life were just about to take place when this video 600's getting started was being filmed. On my site there are play lists and videos documenting these change overs and these bikes. And I am writing to all fans out there that indeed there is one video that surpasses this 3 bike video in the way that I've gotten redundant with 600's. You could say extra! More 2000's, a 1999 and all the rest are to be seen in a line-up here. And again, than you for viewing and sending out a comment! 2many ua-cam.com/video/BJM_w0kWFoY/v-deo.html
@@2manyrides I just picked up a 96 a few months back and have been slowly tweaking and upgrading it. I read about the choke plate issue so ordered the XR's only plate as a safeguard. When I got it and rebuilt the carb I found the stock choke plate had already cracked on one side and was bending inward. Close call! Nice bikes by the way, I've fallen in love with mine I still can't believe how incredible these machines are.
@@kyle1758 Good for you. A 96 is a very popular year. Choke plates... Funny thing, never had a problem with 20 years on the 92, but it has an XR's only now. And on a 2000 bike I once got, the door was missing, but they were still running the oem with the spring hanging on there! You can do a lot with these bikes. Appreciate the comments, 2many
*You're the 1 Man XR Clan!!😉👍* Did Honda ever Release the NX650 Dominator in the U.S.A.?? They are a Neat Machine, with Dakar inspired Fairing & Electric Start!! I'd like to Hunt 1 Down, they'd be an Awesome Long Range Road/Trail Adventurer, the 'Electric Leg' is a Big Selling Feature for me!! -Cheers 👍😆🇦🇺
No, No NX's in the USA. You'd have to import one. Based on the 650L type engine, but with kick start and different 2nd and 5th gear ratios. I don't know everything about them, but the frame looks to be a whole different beast. I tell you, I'm getting to where the electric start sure would be nice at times! In general though, I appreciate how simple the 600 is. Even above the 650L You have to get a 600 and add stuff to it to be plated or get a 650L and take stuff off to make it better trail worthy. But an NX, that's just geared to a different adventure in the first place. Thanks Carlos, 2many
I have to take it all back! Honda released the dominator in the usa for 2 years. 88 and 89. I now have an 89 which is pretty cherry. I bought it because it was a turnkey bike. Runs and looks like new. In fact, I've yet to even remove a side cover! I have put on 800 miles. It had 8,127 when I bought it. Impressions... I did a not too comprehensive 1st impressions video here on my channel, but further down the road now and more knowledgeable I'll say; There is less travel than a modern XR something like 10.5 inches. The forks are like late 70's early eighties forks. The 88 and 89 have a rear drum, but it IS a "cush" hub. The rear wheel is 17". There is no kick starter at all. I was not overly impressed with power. 600's run stronger. Mine had already been de-smogged and rejetted. I paid a pretty penny for it. I like it, but I have the advantage of using it for around town and trips to places. I've got the XR's for the other types of riding.
Most people have gone to an aftermarket exhaust for increased power. One guy I spoke to said he throws the oem exhaust in the trash when he gets one! Then there is the old beat up ones out there that are no good anymore. I really only have one perfect oem exhaust and two more with some degree of dents. Argentina... My second most views over all time come from Argentina. Than you for your comments! 2many
@@lisandrobertone Yes I see that they are popular, but 7,000? wow! 35,857 views on my channel have come from Argentina. Must be because I have an XR600r
Hey Tommy, thanks for chiming in. Yes, I think it's a great all purpose bike. You can crawl along at near walking speeds or get out and do 70mph. Getting to where they are discontinuing certain parts though.
@@tommyconte2023 I had to look up the definition of dallara as I'd never heard of it. A racing chassis building outfit? Do I have that right? Does dallara make a racing frame for 600's?
Great collection! Great video! Congrats! How tall are you? I gonna buy one of those and I am 5.8 (and a half). Do you think that the seat height will be too much for me?
5'11" seat height is a problem in various situations like a side hill stall if you can picture that. But then you can have that on a lower bike too. If you're good at shifting off to one side at the spur of the moment you can catch yourself. A street plated version means you'll have to slip off to the right side to get your foot flat to the ground. You know the drill. Some people cut the foam and lower the forks in conjunction with a lowering link. (not me) I had one seat with a gutz taller/firmer foam in it from a previous owner (1 1/4" taller) and it caused me trouble a few times! Right now all my seats are stock and that's ok for me. Out dirt riding you're going to run into more instances where it is trouble for you. If you get a 600, let's see your video! Thank you for your comments! 2many
@@2manyrides Thanks for your reply! I am an experienced rider. I am 56 years old and ride since I was 15. I am planning to buy it and try it standard. If I need, I will redo the seat, lowering it with dual density foam, and maybe get one inch or more lower. I don't like the idea of make changes in the front or rear suspension. I think it can change the geometry. I just sold my Honda CBR1000RR, and I have a project going on. 1982 Yamaha XV920cc that will be a cafe racer. But I love classic off road bikes, and the Honda XR600R, especially from the 80's, are my dream bikes. I remember that when i was a teen I bought an Yamaha DT 180 and install spacers on the suspensions turning it almost 2 inches taller! It was huge! I needed to decide what feet I gonna place on the floor when i have to stop it! So I think I can adapt to the XR with some work and dedication! Thanks a lot and yes, I will post a video and let you know for sure. PS. I love your videos! Good work!
@@aldobega2649 All Right! that sounds good. Look forward to hearing from you once you become accustomed to it. Yes, surely try it stock at first and see if you can deal with it. I have fallen over while at a stop. Happens to the best of us. Went trail riding 2 days ago. One stall, no fall. Watch for new video with nicky at parker flat soon. And thank you, you're one of a small number of people in the world who've found and have patience to watch these weird mix of videos on the 2manyrides channel. Keep safe and keep riding! 2many
@@noidontthinksolol Thanks for your reply. I agree with you. I don't want to change the geometry and I think it is a matter of adaptation. I'm still comparing the XR600R and the XR650R. I will pick up one of these soon. Best regards!
I just love my XR600r Me encantan mis XR600r Eduardo, I think you already knew that. Keep an eye out on my channel for some changes in my XR's ... Eduardo, creo que ya lo sabías. Esté atento a mi canal para ver algunos cambios en mis XR ...
それはいいです！ しかし、600を使用するのに適した場所はありますか? 広い空き地？ ヒルクライム？ Sore wa īdesu! Shikashi, 600 o shiyō suru no ni tekishita basho wa arimasu ka? Hiroi akichi? Hirukuraimu?
Like the purple and blue bars match the side number plate , very nice I have a 98 600r
The blue handle bars are alumilite brand, bought in the 90's specifically for an alternative to the oem "bend". A 1998 is a good year to have.
Thank you for commenting!
Great bikes. Built to last. They will outlive us for sure. Love my ‘87 - I’m in the process of rebuilding. Thanks for the post.
Glad your building it! We can't save every one but...
Great collection and great video! Been an XR nut all my life. Strayed away from the hobby when my girls and my business were young, but recently fell on an absolutely gorgeous 2002 650R. I’ve owned the 250 and 350 in the past, and rode a buddy’s 600 quite a bit. Don’t get me wrong, love my 650 but I’m actively looking for a 600! Something about those air cooled tractors!! Ride safe !
Hi Kevin, thanks for writing! Your looking at a some what out dated collection there. Seems to be a popular video, so I am glad it keeps getting views. the 96 in the video was cannablized to make my plated 95 with a nickle frame. Most of the 96's parts went there. The 1991 in the video got stripped down and all it's great parts went to make "2K" which really looks just like it. The old 91 had seen a lot of desert time. Just look at the boot wear all the way to the top! I found a plated 2000 xr600r that had little use so I put all my good parts on there. The 92 has not changed. I bought it new and it's never been rebuilt.
My buddy has a plated 600 and a plated 650R. He likes the ergonomics of the 600 better. But the 650... Man! watch out behind him as those things throw chunks. Tremendous power. If he rolls on, I can't match his pull away power.
I have achieved the "fleet" I wanted for the different kinds of rides with I do with the well sorted 1995 and 2000 xr600's and a nx650 for the street. That leaves me with 4 ohv's. I am thinking that I want to sell the 1999 because in this day and age you need a plate. I don't make many ohv outings anymore.
This is more like "the latest"... ua-cam.com/video/BJM_w0kWFoY/v-deo.html ...but even this video is outdated.
Where you at cause I'm gonna sell this 99 and later the 96
Look at the 99 here... ua-cam.com/video/iAMMlMV3jyE/v-deo.html
i also love this beautiful and reliable Bikes, take care. Greetings from Germany.
Why thank you for commenting!
And a shout-out to you there in Germany from sunny California.
very nice. i just bought my first a 92 and i love it
Great bikes! Though bullet proof and reliable, there are a few niche type things to watch for and address.
Like;
watch for spline wear on countershaft
getting too hot/low on oil
Simple bike, great to fix up, easy to work on.
In the last 5 years I have watched a steady decline in parts available for the 600. Honda has discontinued support. There are some critical parts N/A now.
In time, I bet the aftermarket will step up. For instance, no more OEM carburetors. There was a void, none on earth! Then, some chinese company stepped up and did some re-pops. Now you can get a perfectly good new carb for as low as $60.
Best wishes on your 600, thanks for commenting.
That indeed WAS the last time I started the 1996. Cause not long after that, I used many of the 96 parts to make nicky. So you DO get to hear this engine run again. It's currently my best all around running motor. It's sweet! What? You have not seen nicky's playlist?
ua-cam.com/play/PLHAawYHWFtwStBlP_c5odPjW3Gu7Sh12H.html
It's the 1996 xr reborn again with a terminator skeleton, red skin with a plate! Wont be four months now between rides on that motor!
Gidday Mate,
Love your posts, even the older stuff is great, I have had 600s all my life and they are truly a great all round bike. Ours here are all road legal so my first I clocked up 160000kms on it. Still have three.
Cheers Happy new year from New Zealand.
Wow thanks, I too had 600's... since 92. But before that was the 82 xr500r and the 74 triumph tr5mx avenger. Always the big bore thumpers. you can look back at some of it in the old videos on my channel. Let's get some riding this year instead of lockdown! Happy new year.
2many
And your import? Has it arrived yet? Does this mean you no longer seek the 92 for your collection?
@@2manyrides Gidday Mate,
Well would love to take it one day for sure knowing the history it would finish my collection perfectly 👌
@@keithedwards5062 OK, just seeing if you were done yet. I have not forgotten. We have not talked what it would be worth and I am not ready yet. But that day closes in on me. I can ride better than I can walk.
Just put new steering head bearings in it today. Never had any ever go bad before. But that is my oldest 600. A section between to rollers had busted out of the cage. I diagnosed it perfectly when I began to feel it... Sure enough...
My 1992 xr600r is not a museum piece, but it's not junky either. After you get done with it, it would be a shame to ride it!
@@2manyrides To me the history behind the bike and the care you taken with it speaks volumes.
It would be a fantastic piece to the collection and it would still be run up to look after the internals.
Age catches us all but so good to see you out doing it and enjoying your passion John.
When time comes we can talk about the ins and outs of purchasing the beast.
Hey mate nice bikes , just a question do you bother doing the choke plate replacement mod at all ?
They all have an xr's only choke plates. Better safe than sorry. However, I ran that 92 for a good 20 years with OEM and never had any trouble.
AND... I want to thank you for your comment on the bikes. As of 6/211/22 the status of these machines is....
The 1992 is the same and likely will never change. I bought it new in 92 and it holds a bit of nostalgia. I've got no need to modify or change it as I have 2many 600's now.
The 1991 has been decommissioned. It was well used, but had all good parts on it so I recently took them all off and put together it's replacement which is now called "2K".
The 1996 got cannablized in order to create a plated dirt bike called "nicky". That because of the nickle plated frame. Nicky is a 95 and the beginnings of it's life were just about to take place when this video 600's getting started was being filmed.
On my site there are play lists and videos documenting these change overs and these bikes. And I am writing to all fans out there that indeed there is one video that surpasses this 3 bike video in the way that I've gotten redundant with 600's. You could say extra! More 2000's, a 1999 and all the rest are to be seen in a line-up here.
And again, than you for viewing and sending out a comment!
2many
ua-cam.com/video/BJM_w0kWFoY/v-deo.html
@@2manyrides I just picked up a 96 a few months back and have been slowly tweaking and upgrading it. I read about the choke plate issue so ordered the XR's only plate as a safeguard. When I got it and rebuilt the carb I found the stock choke plate had already cracked on one side and was bending inward. Close call!
Nice bikes by the way, I've fallen in love with mine I still can't believe how incredible these machines are.
@@kyle1758 Good for you. A 96 is a very popular year. Choke plates... Funny thing, never had a problem with 20 years on the 92, but it has an XR's only now. And on a 2000 bike I once got, the door was missing, but they were still running the oem with the spring hanging on there!
You can do a lot with these bikes.
Appreciate the comments,
2many
Merci beaucoup pour cette belle vidéo 👌🏁🏆
Thank you for your comment, and keep on riding!
Gracias por tu comentario, ¡sigue conduciendo!
2many
*You're the 1 Man XR Clan!!😉👍*
Did Honda ever Release the NX650 Dominator in the U.S.A.?? They are a Neat Machine, with Dakar inspired Fairing & Electric Start!! I'd like to Hunt 1 Down, they'd be an Awesome Long Range Road/Trail Adventurer, the 'Electric Leg' is a Big Selling Feature for me!!
-Cheers 👍😆🇦🇺
No, No NX's in the USA. You'd have to import one. Based on the 650L type engine, but with kick start and different 2nd and 5th gear ratios. I don't know everything about them, but the frame looks to be a whole different beast. I tell you, I'm getting to where the electric start sure would be nice at times!
In general though, I appreciate how simple the 600 is. Even above the 650L
You have to get a 600 and add stuff to it to be plated or get a 650L and take stuff off to make it better trail worthy. But an NX, that's just geared to a different adventure in the first place.
Thanks Carlos,
2many
The Afrikka may be similar
I have to take it all back! Honda released the dominator in the usa for 2 years. 88 and 89. I now have an 89 which is pretty cherry. I bought it because it was a turnkey bike. Runs and looks like new. In fact, I've yet to even remove a side cover! I have put on 800 miles. It had 8,127 when I bought it.
Impressions... I did a not too comprehensive 1st impressions video here on my channel, but further down the road now and more knowledgeable I'll say;
There is less travel than a modern XR something like 10.5 inches. The forks are like late 70's early eighties forks. The 88 and 89 have a rear drum, but it IS a "cush" hub. The rear wheel is 17". There is no kick starter at all.
I was not overly impressed with power. 600's run stronger. Mine had already been de-smogged and rejetted.
I paid a pretty penny for it.
I like it, but I have the advantage of using it for around town and trips to places. I've got the XR's for the other types of riding.
Great video. I had a 94 o one. I can't find a original exhaust. I lo esperaba that sound but it's very hard to find one. I'm from Argentina
Most people have gone to an aftermarket exhaust for increased power. One guy I spoke to said he throws the oem exhaust in the trash when he gets one! Then there is the old beat up ones out there that are no good anymore.
I really only have one perfect oem exhaust and two more with some degree of dents.
Argentina... My second most views over all time come from Argentina.
Than you for your comments!
2many
@@2manyrides xr600 are very popular here. There are many in good condition and for sale from $3500 to $7000 dollars.
@@lisandrobertone Yes I see that they are popular, but 7,000? wow!
35,857 views on my channel have come from Argentina. Must be because I have an XR600r
The garage I want.
There is never enough room. Everytime I go to "detail" clean it I only make it 1/3 the way through before the weekend is over.
But ya, I hear ya!
nice collection!
Mr Carter, Thank you for your comment.
Amazing bike XR 600 R GREAT
Hey Tommy, thanks for chiming in. Yes, I think it's a great all purpose bike. You can crawl along at near walking speeds or get out and do 70mph. Getting to where they are discontinuing certain parts though.
@@2manyrides I'm an italian biker and i thing that the dallara xr 600 is a an amazing bike too
@@tommyconte2023 I had to look up the definition of dallara as I'd never heard of it. A racing chassis building outfit? Do I have that right?
Does dallara make a racing frame for 600's?
@@2manyrides yes DALLARA is an italian constructor chassis and fhey made in 92 a special edition of XR 600 R ....
You have to write dall'ara
Great collection! Great video! Congrats! How tall are you? I gonna buy one of those and I am 5.8 (and a half). Do you think that the seat height will be too much for me?
5'11" seat height is a problem in various situations like a side hill stall if you can picture that. But then you can have that on a lower bike too. If you're good at shifting off to one side at the spur of the moment you can catch yourself. A street plated version means you'll have to slip off to the right side to get your foot flat to the ground. You know the drill. Some people cut the foam and lower the forks in conjunction with a lowering link. (not me)
I had one seat with a gutz taller/firmer foam in it from a previous owner (1 1/4" taller) and it caused me trouble a few times! Right now all my seats are stock and that's ok for me. Out dirt riding you're going to run into more instances where it is trouble for you. If you get a 600, let's see your video!
Thank you for your comments!
2many
@@2manyrides Thanks for your reply! I am an experienced rider. I am 56 years old and ride since I was 15. I am planning to buy it and try it standard. If I need, I will redo the seat, lowering it with dual density foam, and maybe get one inch or more lower. I don't like the idea of make changes in the front or rear suspension. I think it can change the geometry. I just sold my Honda CBR1000RR, and I have a project going on. 1982 Yamaha XV920cc that will be a cafe racer. But I love classic off road bikes, and the Honda XR600R, especially from the 80's, are my dream bikes. I remember that when i was a teen I bought an Yamaha DT 180 and install spacers on the suspensions turning it almost 2 inches taller! It was huge! I needed to decide what feet I gonna place on the floor when i have to stop it! So I think I can adapt to the XR with some work and dedication! Thanks a lot and yes, I will post a video and let you know for sure. PS. I love your videos! Good work!
@@aldobega2649 All Right! that sounds good. Look forward to hearing from you once you become accustomed to it. Yes, surely try it stock at first and see if you can deal with it. I have fallen over while at a stop. Happens to the best of us. Went trail riding 2 days ago. One stall, no fall. Watch for new video with nicky at parker flat soon. And thank you, you're one of a small number of people in the world who've found and have patience to watch these weird mix of videos on the 2manyrides channel.
Keep safe and keep riding!
2many
@@noidontthinksolol Thanks for your reply. I agree with you. I don't want to change the geometry and I think it is a matter of adaptation. I'm still comparing the XR600R and the XR650R. I will pick up one of these soon. Best regards!
@@noidontthinksolol Hey,
Thanks for joining in! I pretty much agree with you. If you can not deal with it, may be a different bike is what is needed.
Como te gustan los 600R , 👍🇦🇷❤✌
I just love my XR600r
Me encantan mis XR600r
Eduardo, I think you already knew that. Keep an eye out on my channel for some changes in my XR's ...
Eduardo, creo que ya lo sabías. Esté atento a mi canal para ver algunos cambios en mis XR ...
awe sounds
how many xr do you have
What speedo on the 96?
It's emgo, 2.1 to1 ratio. SKU: 58-43664A
www.nichecycle.com/
やはり自分は400Rより600Rなんだよね…
600Rはレストア中。
400Rが今のところ足です。
それはいいです！ しかし、600を使用するのに適した場所はありますか? 広い空き地？ ヒルクライム？
Sore wa īdesu! Shikashi, 600 o shiyō suru no ni tekishita basho wa arimasu ka? Hiroi akichi? Hirukuraimu?