Just inherited a 1984 XL 600R from my mom's ex-husband when he passed. He parked it in 1998 and it's sat in a garage since. Can't wait to get her back on the road. When I do, I'll be sure to post clips of it!
Awesome video. I bought my 1983 xl600r a month ago before shipping out to bootcamp. It’s in California and I’m in Florida for school. I’m thinking of shipping out here because it is a fantastic bike.
As owner of 85 and 87 XL600R's, yes they're bulletproof. Summer of 22 I finally decided to fire my 87 after 8 years sitting in corner of garage. I was 15-18 kicks into it and breaking a sweat. Till I checked the plug wire. Got that clicked on properly then it fired immediately, on 8 year old stale gasoline. (ethanol free). Even though wife and in-laws think it's not a good idea to move this bike from North America to Philippines, I intend to make the attempt. Particularly after winter of 22/23 I completely restored this machine from the frame up, I consider it not replaceable. Hope this retirement plan works out cause I'd hate to spend $10000+ USD equivilent on some bike there that doesn't mean the same to me in sentimental terms. Not near Cebu but certainly hope to see you there if I go on a tour. We're up in Pangasinan or at least we will be when we retire. Wouldn't mind being in touch, specially if you have any tips on importing my 87 to Philippines!
Hey that would be cool! I hope you do get your bike over. Importing a vehicle is a painful task especially if you do it yourself. You need an import/customs broker to make things a lot easier.
I got Xr600r in Russia. I bought it totally engine dead, rebuilt, fucked up with piston-cyl spacing, totalled it hard again, found another bike for donor, rebuilt it again and since then had my best time riding ever. Drive it only off-road. Now I'm about to resurrect the donor, found all the parts, which is not easy in Russia with sanctions and all the stuff. Before that I had crf250r, same 45 hp, but the difference is unreal! No replacement for displacement. Theese old big bore farts are the best!!!
Thanks! The pipe is from a local exhaust shop. Its their version of the Supertrapp but with a different tip. The current fenders and headlight that i'm using are from Cemoto.
Not much really. Changed the caliper and brake master for a newer one for an XR250 and used steel braided hose instead of the usual rubber hose. I also changed rear brake arm for a longer one too
Nice bike! I have been doing adventure riding for 4 years now on an extremley underpowered simson. Just got a mint condition xl600 to get on "grown up" bike finally. Any advice for an unstable ilde?
Congratulations on your new bike! I would recommend cleaning your carbs and getting those jets cleared up. Mine is prone to gumming up especially when i leave it in storage. Make sure you drain the fuel in the carb if you plan on not riding it for awhile. Would also be a good idea to get your valves inspected if they are still within specified clearances. If those do not work, get your CDI checked or replaced. I had a 1988 XLR250 that had a faulty unit that caused unstable idling and erratic power delivery.
@@TheManoy66 Thanks! Checked everything excelt the cdi! Just rebuilt the carbs, and replaced the ignition coil for a denso that i had laying around because the original one had a weak spark, and was a pain in the ass to start it.
@@TheManoy66 Hey! Thanks for saving my ass! Replacing the CDI unit solved my idle problems and also got so much extratorque that its unbelievable. Failed my drivers test because i accidentally popped a small wheelie at a green light. Have to get used to this trailnoad of low end power.
Thanks bro! giving me inspiration to finish my 1987 xl600r that I got out of a barn and it hasn't ran in 22 years.... Btw I read in the comments how you change to a newer master cylinder and caliper off a 250. where did you source those parts, if I can ask ? The original owner of the bike said one of the main reasons he quit riding it is cuz the brakes are so poor( that and A LOT of other things)
I got those parts from a local store. The master cylinder is a chinese made universal replacement part and the caliper as well but specific for an XR250. So far they work perfectly and have not failed me yet. The steel braided hose i got made from a local hydraulic supply. You could check out amazon or aliexpress for those parts as well, you'd be surprised to find some there. Also, some parts for the XR650/250/400 fit the XL600 like brake rotors, hubs, bearings, oil filter.
@@TheManoy66 good to know about the aftermarket because OEM is virtually non existent! The man I bought it from put crazy amounts of money in the bike ( big bore, big valves,hot cam ect ect) but lost interest when the ignition ,carbs ,and brakes were never quite right . He said the brake were very scary and definitely not up to the task. I rebuilt the factory caliper and master cylinder and had a braided brake line made for me out in California. But they still don't seem to be working as well as they should!
@@papimiami1938 one upgrade you could do is swap the stock swingarm and hub for an XR650L unit. I saw someone here who did it and he said its a direct bolt on.
@@TheManoy66 I'll definitely check into the 650 swingarm ! . this is becoming a kind of expensive project.....But ... this is a really clean example of the 1987 red white and blue one... so I appreciate the advice
@@jamil5750 i'm 6'1 and make the XL600 look like a 250. The XR600 is a lot taller than this XL so i guess it will fit you well. Maybe an XR650L will do the job for you.
I'm 62yrs old still rolling on a XL my first was xl350 then XL500..xl600..and so on currently riding 2022 xr650L.
Great bikes 👍
Just inherited a 1984 XL 600R from my mom's ex-husband when he passed. He parked it in 1998 and it's sat in a garage since. Can't wait to get her back on the road. When I do, I'll be sure to post clips of it!
Nice! Congratulations on the new toy!'💪
I have a nice '83 that currently needs some valve seats. I love this bike. It was was ahead of it's time.
Too beat up to re-lap ? Seats or seals?
@@deborahchesser7375 My maintenance guy thinks it's seats. Waiting to get in.
Have 1983 XL600R, had XL125 as a 16 year old. 54 now and the 600 makes me feel like a 16 yr old every time I drive it ❤😂
Best bike ever. I have a ratty '85. Rode it from Vancouver to Alaska and back. Love the look of yours, you ride it like you stole it!
Awesome video. I bought my 1983 xl600r a month ago before shipping out to bootcamp. It’s in California and I’m in Florida for school. I’m thinking of shipping out here because it is a fantastic bike.
Hi Bro
Greedings from germany
My Favorit is also a Xl 600 r
We must get together.
I like wheelies like you
Aircoold greedings
Markus 💪🏻
Keep it up on one bro!
As owner of 85 and 87 XL600R's, yes they're bulletproof. Summer of 22 I finally decided to fire my 87 after 8 years sitting in corner of garage. I was 15-18 kicks into it and breaking a sweat. Till I checked the plug wire. Got that clicked on properly then it fired immediately, on 8 year old stale gasoline. (ethanol free). Even though wife and in-laws think it's not a good idea to move this bike from North America to Philippines, I intend to make the attempt. Particularly after winter of 22/23 I completely restored this machine from the frame up, I consider it not replaceable. Hope this retirement plan works out cause I'd hate to spend $10000+ USD equivilent on some bike there that doesn't mean the same to me in sentimental terms. Not near Cebu but certainly hope to see you there if I go on a tour. We're up in Pangasinan or at least we will be when we retire. Wouldn't mind being in touch, specially if you have any tips on importing my 87 to Philippines!
Hey that would be cool! I hope you do get your bike over. Importing a vehicle is a painful task especially if you do it yourself. You need an import/customs broker to make things a lot easier.
@@TheManoy66 Which would be best to hire, a broker based in Philippines or in Canada?
Nice bike Sir Manoy66! Good gihapon although it is older. Ride safe Sir 🤙
I have 1985 XL 600 R there a GREAT BIKE
I have a 85 xl600r and I just love the bike, I work on it mostly and it's leaky and ugly but runs great.
Nice video, and nice bike!
I have one and I also have two other xr600 and a 250 also a harley, this is my favorite ride by far
Just bought 2 a few days ago. Deal I couldn’t pass up!
Nice haul brother! Have fun! 👍
?Yo! I just bought a Xl600r 88. Love your handlebar setup. Where did u buy the raisers?
Its a protaper fatbar copy with a mid bend that i bought for $15 online. 😅
Congratulations on your new to you XL600 and i wish you happy riding. 🔥
I got Xr600r in Russia. I bought it totally engine dead, rebuilt, fucked up with piston-cyl spacing, totalled it hard again, found another bike for donor, rebuilt it again and since then had my best time riding ever. Drive it only off-road.
Now I'm about to resurrect the donor, found all the parts, which is not easy in Russia with sanctions and all the stuff.
Before that I had crf250r, same 45 hp, but the difference is unreal! No replacement for displacement.
Theese old big bore farts are the best!!!
No Doubt
Hi. I have an 84 xl600r. Just wondering what size (Teeth no.) Sprockets you are running on yours.
Running 13/46
Great Thanks. Videos are great@@TheManoy66
I have this same bike in Bataan. I shipped it here years ago from the USA. I bought it new in 1987..
Nice! Are you still riding it?
@@TheManoy66 absolutely ... just had it restored this past year.
Did you use a broker for that, or just navigate the red tape yourself? And how much did you spend all together?
What fenders and pipe are you running I love the look you got with it
Thanks! The pipe is from a local exhaust shop. Its their version of the Supertrapp but with a different tip. The current fenders and headlight that i'm using are from Cemoto.
I love my 83! What exactly did you do with the front brakes?
Not much really. Changed the caliper and brake master for a newer one for an XR250 and used steel braided hose instead of the usual rubber hose. I also changed rear brake arm for a longer one too
thank you…. great video
Nice bike! I have been doing adventure riding for 4 years now on an extremley underpowered simson. Just got a mint condition xl600 to get on "grown up" bike finally. Any advice for an unstable ilde?
Congratulations on your new bike!
I would recommend cleaning your carbs and getting those jets cleared up. Mine is prone to gumming up especially when i leave it in storage. Make sure you drain the fuel in the carb if you plan on not riding it for awhile. Would also be a good idea to get your valves inspected if they are still within specified clearances.
If those do not work, get your CDI checked or replaced. I had a 1988 XLR250 that had a faulty unit that caused unstable idling and erratic power delivery.
@@TheManoy66 Thanks! Checked everything excelt the cdi! Just rebuilt the carbs, and replaced the ignition coil for a denso that i had laying around because the original one had a weak spark, and was a pain in the ass to start it.
@@TheManoy66 Hey! Thanks for saving my ass! Replacing the CDI unit solved my idle problems and also got so much extratorque that its unbelievable. Failed my drivers test because i accidentally popped a small wheelie at a green light. Have to get used to this trailnoad of low end power.
Lol good to know you finally fixed that. The difference is day and night with a perfectly functional cdi. Have a good one on your next drivers test. 👍
Thanks bro! giving me inspiration to finish my 1987 xl600r that I got out of a barn and it hasn't ran in 22 years.... Btw I read in the comments how you change to a newer master cylinder and caliper off a 250. where did you source those parts, if I can ask ? The original owner of the bike said one of the main reasons he quit riding it is cuz the brakes are so poor( that and A LOT of other things)
I got those parts from a local store. The master cylinder is a chinese made universal replacement part and the caliper as well but specific for an XR250. So far they work perfectly and have not failed me yet. The steel braided hose i got made from a local hydraulic supply. You could check out amazon or aliexpress for those parts as well, you'd be surprised to find some there. Also, some parts for the XR650/250/400 fit the XL600 like brake rotors, hubs, bearings, oil filter.
@@TheManoy66 good to know about the aftermarket because OEM is virtually non existent! The man I bought it from put crazy amounts of money in the bike ( big bore, big valves,hot cam ect ect) but lost interest when the ignition ,carbs ,and brakes were never quite right . He said the brake were very scary and definitely not up to the task. I rebuilt the factory caliper and master cylinder and had a braided brake line made for me out in California. But they still don't seem to be working as well as they should!
@@papimiami1938 one upgrade you could do is swap the stock swingarm and hub for an XR650L unit. I saw someone here who did it and he said its a direct bolt on.
@@TheManoy66 I'll definitely check into the 650 swingarm ! . this is becoming a kind of expensive project.....But ... this is a really clean example of the 1987 red white and blue one... so I appreciate the advice
How much kml ?
I love my 83 xl600 more than my gsxr750!!!
Where did you get those lights 1:31
I salvaged those from a Landcruiser 60 then had a frame made. DIY dual oscars. 😉
@@TheManoy66 do you still have them
Will this be suitable for me I am 6 feet 5?
You sir are TALL. The XL600 will look like a 125 with you on it. Get the XR600 instead. 💪
Thank you for your response sir I wish I was shorter now haha looking for an epic 80s bike.
And thank you for your recommendation however I wanted a 80s road legal one that I can commute around town with.
@@jamil5750 i'm 6'1 and make the XL600 look like a 250. The XR600 is a lot taller than this XL so i guess it will fit you well. Maybe an XR650L will do the job for you.
Thank you sir maybe I will get one and look into making it street legal
I have a 85, it's great and very ratty, I can't ride it slow! It's a. Blast!