Thank you for the great and informative video. It would be amazing if you did a video explaining more about how the secondary air and emissions system works and the vent hoses, etc. Have always been curious about this.
Your welcome, we like to help out where we can. I remember how it was learning to work on bikes as a kid and figure this will be lots of people’s first bike.
Just found your videos. I was researching this bike before deciding perhaps purchasing. Im looking in the used market for it and figuring how to notice signs for neglect or abuse. Now i see what to listen and pay attention to.
@timothymidkiff2894 Really dirty air filters, dark or smelly oil, how the clutch feels and is adjusted, rusty chains, worn sprockets, broken/bent spokes/rims, bald rear tires (slick like a drag strip burnout tire in the middle), bent frame, missing parts. It's normal for some wear and tear on a bike like this, but those are just some items I look at when buying a used bike. Don't worry to much about if the bike is shiny and clean or not (as long as it's clean enough to inspect everything). Happy hunting, and don't be afraid to walk away or offer less if it needs some repairs. Most people will negotiate fairly.
Greetings from Central Mississippi. I just want to say, I appreciate these maintenance videos. There isn't a lot out there for the Xr150l. If y'all have to do any repairs, I hope to see a video on that as well.
Thank you for doing what you do. I have an XR150L as well. An older model though but pretty the same banana. I love the idea that both of you are into motorcycles.
Great idea! Now you tell me. I did the 600 mile valve check yesterday and spent more time with the seat and plastic side pieces than the valve check. Thanks.
Thank you for this. I am just now coming up on my 2500 miles soon. I noticed you mention testing new carb jet sizes. I am in Kansas City (I think roughly 600ft sea level). Taking out the snorkel and running a 110 main jet or at least bumping up to a 108 does a lot for your torque. Some people had nice results with a 38 pilot as well, depending on how open the exhaust and intake system is overall
I believe the extra airflow is healthier for the engine as well, in hot weather and at sustained upper rpm range, the engine can overheat at stock settings. Since opening mine up I haven’t had this issue anymore
@Crash-mi8os The 115 main jet adds even more torque in the low/midrange and runs much cooler on the road at speed. The MPG will go down slightly. On the stock carb. and at about 600' I would suggest you try the 115 main jet at least.
@Crash-mi8os BTW, if you go with the 38 pilot be sure to free up access to your idle fuel adjustment screw so you can fine tune the idle mixture. You will also need a "single D" type adjustment tool ($5-$10 on Amazon).
@@MishMashMotoI might try 115/35. Last time I tried 115 with 38 and it felt bad. I am thinking too rich. 110/38 feels just right. I might try 115/35 though now that you mention it. I did tinker a bit with the idle already and it seems to be doing just fine. Edit- I should add I added a full new exhaust system as well as taking out the snorkel
@Crash-mi8os Try the 115/35, I think you may like it. If not, go with whatever works best for your bike. Be sure to pull the welch plug out to gain access for the mixture screw (I wasn't clear on if you did that or not yet).
Thanks very much, did you find that there was a range from the dealer for the valve clearance? I thought it was .003 and .005 +/- .001?. Reason I ask is that I just did my 600mi check and have a valve tapping sound. Intake was great, right at .003 and wouldn't fit .004. Exhaust side felt good with a .005 and would fit a .006 but felt snug. You think I should go ahead and tighten that exhaust down till it won't fit a .006? Thank's, sorry for the long comment.
Any mechanical tappet type engine will always make a little tappet noise. I try to set mine exactly at .003” and .005” respectively. My Honda dealer didn’t give me the tolerance and I didn’t ask for it because I am pretty anal about getting it exactly right. Your exhaust is really set at .006” and while that’s right at the largest spec limit it’s not going to hurt or damage anything it will make slightly more tapping noise. Just run it like it is until your ready to go back in and get it back closer to the recommended specs. When mine start making noises again is when I go back in and adjust them.
I hope this is not repetition. The manual indicates valve check every 4k km I am wondering if people are seeing wear trends now that these bikes have been here awhile??
We have about 6,500 miles on both of our bikes now and not seen any signs of internal engine issues. Valve clearances have been consistent so no signs of wear. We run our bikes pretty hard at an average of 6,800RPM for many hours a day sometimes. Quality seams to be very good on this engine so far.
@@smoothboye4203 Mine was good until I attempted the big hill climb that didn't go so well. The bike landed upside down and bent the headlight frame ever so slightly.
Yeah, I have a good ear for “tappet ticking”. It was making a little noise. Probably about .003” slack on the intake side. Nice and quiet after adjusting.
Excellent maintenance guide !! It’s always good to see someone else do it first for reference. Appreciate it
Thanks, That’s why we did it. Hope it helped a little.
@@MishMashMotofor sure did !
Thank you for the great and informative video. It would be amazing if you did a video explaining more about how the secondary air and emissions system works and the vent hoses, etc. Have always been curious about this.
Thanks mate for an excellent and in depth maintenance video. Safe travels from the Philippines
@ctydecks You are very welcome, we are glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you for making this, new xr150l owner and this helps a lot
Your welcome
MAN! ENABLE TIPS! I OWE YOU ONE, REALLY GOOD VIDEO
Glad we could help you out. 👍🏼
Great video. Very clear and easy to follow. Thanks for the efforts to tech us how to maintain our bikes
Your welcome, we like to help out where we can. I remember how it was learning to work on bikes as a kid and figure this will be lots of people’s first bike.
Just found your videos. I was researching this bike before deciding perhaps purchasing. Im looking in the used market for it and figuring how to notice signs for neglect or abuse. Now i see what to listen and pay attention to.
@timothymidkiff2894 Really dirty air filters, dark or smelly oil, how the clutch feels and is adjusted, rusty chains, worn sprockets, broken/bent spokes/rims, bald rear tires (slick like a drag strip burnout tire in the middle), bent frame, missing parts. It's normal for some wear and tear on a bike like this, but those are just some items I look at when buying a used bike. Don't worry to much about if the bike is shiny and clean or not (as long as it's clean enough to inspect everything). Happy hunting, and don't be afraid to walk away or offer less if it needs some repairs. Most people will negotiate fairly.
Greetings from Central Mississippi. I just want to say, I appreciate these maintenance videos. There isn't a lot out there for the Xr150l. If y'all have to do any repairs, I hope to see a video on that as well.
So far so good with our 2 bikes. No repairs needed except for the 1 fuse problem. We plan to do a big bore kit upgrade at some point fairly soon.
Definitely need a video on that! I just ordered one for later install. I feel like I might have to change carbs when I do.
@edgarbradford If your running the stock/factory carb. Yes, for sure!
Thank you for doing what you do. I have an XR150L as well. An older model though but pretty the same banana. I love the idea that both of you are into motorcycles.
I have a 75 XL100 also 😊
Good video, liked & saved
Y'all really do a good video very informative, constant action.
Thank you
Great idea! Now you tell me. I did the 600 mile valve check yesterday and spent more time with the seat and plastic side pieces than the valve check. Thanks.
Glad to help.
Excellent video..ive got 2100 miles..valve service next..
Excellent job thx..ready to do my valves..
Thank you Sir.
Your very welcome!
Extremely well done. You guys are great together.
Thank you! 🙏
Very good instructional video thank you guys I hope to pick one up soon
Excellent Video !
Thank you!
Thank you for this. I am just now coming up on my 2500 miles soon. I noticed you mention testing new carb jet sizes. I am in Kansas City (I think roughly 600ft sea level). Taking out the snorkel and running a 110 main jet or at least bumping up to a 108 does a lot for your torque. Some people had nice results with a 38 pilot as well, depending on how open the exhaust and intake system is overall
I believe the extra airflow is healthier for the engine as well, in hot weather and at sustained upper rpm range, the engine can overheat at stock settings. Since opening mine up I haven’t had this issue anymore
@Crash-mi8os The 115 main jet adds even more torque in the low/midrange and runs much cooler on the road at speed. The MPG will go down slightly. On the stock carb. and at about 600' I would suggest you try the 115 main jet at least.
@Crash-mi8os BTW, if you go with the 38 pilot be sure to free up access to your idle fuel adjustment screw so you can fine tune the idle mixture. You will also need a "single D" type adjustment tool ($5-$10 on Amazon).
@@MishMashMotoI might try 115/35. Last time I tried 115 with 38 and it felt bad. I am thinking too rich. 110/38 feels just right. I might try 115/35 though now that you mention it. I did tinker a bit with the idle already and it seems to be doing just fine.
Edit- I should add I added a full new exhaust system as well as taking out the snorkel
@Crash-mi8os Try the 115/35, I think you may like it. If not, go with whatever works best for your bike. Be sure to pull the welch plug out to gain access for the mixture screw (I wasn't clear on if you did that or not yet).
I want to see your stickers do you have a video on them ?
We don’t have a video on our stickers yet. We will try to do that for you sometime.
Thanks very much, did you find that there was a range from the dealer for the valve clearance? I thought it was .003 and .005 +/- .001?. Reason I ask is that I just did my 600mi check and have a valve tapping sound. Intake was great, right at .003 and wouldn't fit .004. Exhaust side felt good with a .005 and would fit a .006 but felt snug. You think I should go ahead and tighten that exhaust down till it won't fit a .006? Thank's, sorry for the long comment.
Any mechanical tappet type engine will always make a little tappet noise. I try to set mine exactly at .003” and .005” respectively. My Honda dealer didn’t give me the tolerance and I didn’t ask for it because I am pretty anal about getting it exactly right. Your exhaust is really set at .006” and while that’s right at the largest spec limit it’s not going to hurt or damage anything it will make slightly more tapping noise. Just run it like it is until your ready to go back in and get it back closer to the recommended specs. When mine start making noises again is when I go back in and adjust them.
Nice video. Do you know any after market fuel tank will fit XR 150 L. I am thinking if their is a way to double the fuel capacity will be great.
I do not for sure but maybe a CRF230L or CRF-150F tank if someone makes a larger tank for those. Might work 🤷🏼♂️
I hope this is not repetition.
The manual indicates valve check every 4k km I am wondering if people are seeing wear trends now that these bikes have been here awhile??
We have about 6,500 miles on both of our bikes now and not seen any signs of internal engine issues. Valve clearances have been consistent so no signs of wear. We run our bikes pretty hard at an average of 6,800RPM for many hours a day sometimes. Quality seams to be very good on this engine so far.
@@MishMashMoto Awesome! Thanks Again
Head light adjustment is under the headlight Unit
@@charliesmith5181 Great information 👍🏼👍🏼
What octane do you use for gas?
87
You probably figured it out by now, but there's a nut on the back side under the cowl to adjust the headlight
Thanks for that, I need to find it and make a short video on how to adjust it.
@@MishMashMoto yeah, I don't know about yours, but mine came with the headlight aimed super high
@@smoothboye4203 Mine was good until I attempted the big hill climb that didn't go so well. The bike landed upside down and bent the headlight frame ever so slightly.
Before doing the valve adjustment did you notice any extra “Ticking” noise during warm idle? Also and changes to idle noise after adjusting?
Yeah, I have a good ear for “tappet ticking”. It was making a little noise. Probably about .003” slack on the intake side. Nice and quiet after adjusting.
Thanks for the reply! Seriously great camera work and clear instructions from you guys. I’ll tackle the valve adjustment soon.