Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2012Honda XR650L
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The 2012 Honda XR650L is a versatile dual-sport motorcycle designed for adventure riders seeking a capable off-road performer with street legality. Known for its reliable single-cylinder engine, long-travel suspension, and commanding 37-inch seat height, it excels on unpaved terrain while remaining user-friendly for riders of varying skill levels. Its lightweight design and excellent ground clearance make it ideal for backcountry exploration and remote trail riding.
- Capacity
- 644.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 147.0 kg
- Seat height
- 940 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.8 kW) @ 6000 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Honda XR650L
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 43.6 HP (32.5 kW) | 40.0 HP (29.8 kW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) | not listed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Twin-piston caliper |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for serious trail riding and off-road exploration, with street legality as a secondary convenience.
- Built for
- A rugged, simple, air-cooled thumper that rewards riders who value durability and off-road capability over refinement or speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking highway comfort, high-speed touring, or a plush ride for two-up travel.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 644.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.8 kW) @ 6000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 105 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CHNXC0.64BBA-002
- EPA CO Emissions
- 9.2 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2721 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 82.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Solid-state CD with electronic advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1455 mm
- Overall length
- 2189 mm
- Overall width
- 856 mm
- Overall height
- 1245 mm
- Seat height
- 940 mm
- Dry weight
- 147.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 156.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 330 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability
- Rear suspension
- Pro-link Showa single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 295 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 279 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Twin-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.60-18
Other
- Color options
- Red
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2002 | 2008 | 2012 | 2014 | 2020 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc |
| Dry weight | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg |
| Seat height | 940 mm | 940 mm | 940 mm | 940 mm | 940 mm | 940 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.7 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L | 10.6 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda XR650L?
The 2012 Honda XR650L has a Capacity of 644.0 ccm (39.30 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda XR650L have?
The 2012 Honda XR650L has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.8 kW) @ 6000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda XR650L have?
The 2012 Honda XR650L has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda XR650L weigh?
The 2012 Honda XR650L has a Dry weight of 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds).
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