Your XL600R videos are great, DRay. The production quality and information conveyance is as good or better than instructional videos for other bikes I've paid money for. I'm freshening up my original-owner 1983 XL600R and these are way valuable to me. I'd like to see the electrical system work video. Thanks.
Miss your how to videos buddy. You really were one of the best ones. Revisiting this video again yrs later and got me right where I wanted. Hope your doing well.
Great that you describe the choke circuit difference in the carb bowls. I looked at mine couldn't tell which was which and the manual didn't specify. Thanks!
Thank you. Im gonna do this very soon as the one i had wont allow me to have any throttle only choke. It just drowns with air it sounds like when i give it gas. I was happy the video was just 9 minutes, but im sure its gonna take me a hole day.
D-ray,you do a real good job explaining what your doing very easy to follow.kinda like my uncle...ol uncle d-ray sounds pretty good.thanks uncle d-ray .
There are 2 studs that are mounted on the seat base near the rear of the seat. They go thru the frame and rear fender. Look under the rear fender toward the front of it, you will see 2 6mm nuts. You will also need to remove the side covers and the strap that goes over the seat. Hope this helps.
Great video,very informative and well worth watching as I did this job this afternoon. Just rebuilt my XL600R - hopefully roadtest tomorrow ! Thanks once again.
Thanks D-Ray Smith Sir, Exactly what I needed to feel confident about buying a 83 XL 600 R from a local guy sitting in his barn for 30 years 8000 miles looks like new but runs rough . A lot of other videos out there that skip over the steps making them just a show and tell version of face book . I guess their cool but no use to me . God bless .
Friendly reminder, a set of JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) screwdrivers will make this job *A LOT* easier. Any screw with a dimple on it IS NOT a phillips, it's JIS.
D-Ray, big thanks for the video. I have the same bike D-ray is tuning up in this clip. Here is a tip: Follow D-rays advice on loosening up the air box, on a 1986 it will scoot back about an inch. Fully remove the air box manifold pipe clamps . The air box rubber manifolds are quite flexible and without the clamps on can be wedged fully out of the way. Once they are out of the path of the carburetor follow the exit path D-ray uses in this clip and you will slide her right through.
Well the 87 version of this bike has an extra bolt under the battery so the box doesn't slide back unless that comes out. unfortunately that bolt broke lose and is spinning and not coming out so I bailed on pulling the carb cuz the rubber manifolds on the intake side of the carbs were separating from the air box and that's not good:)
Having a hell of a time removing the air box but guess I don't need to fully also don't have a canister thing is that bad? Please don't no if d ray will respond
boulderblake dude tell me about it had a fuck of a time getting off the air box guess i didnt fully need to and that bold underneath it with the wierd nut forget about it lol and i also screwed up my intake thing bummer!! Don't have 1 of those canisters he points at is that important
I got the bolt by the Battery to come off and that provided the amount of room I needed to get the carb off without pulling off the air intake rubber. I cleaned and rejetted the carb and had to seal the rubber air pieces back. All in all it was a pain in the ass because I didnt know there was a third bolt. I looked at the video again and i figured the bolt from D-Rays bike was missing before he got it:)
+boulderblake would you be able to give me any info on were all the hoses go on the carb? the only one I have is from fuel tank to to carb all other hoses are missing do they matter ? there are a lot of little openings on the carbs. any help would be appreciated
on the removal of the airbox, three screws on the air box cover, and I found another bolt on the right hand low side holding the airbox as well, making a +1 to your count. That being said you have done the best job so far, other videos presume that saying abracadabra will get the carbs out... but then mine is a 1987
I just want to say D ray that your videos are fantastic, your instructions are really clear and you really know how to edit. I watched a few of the other videos you made just because they're enjoyable to watch. I have an XR650L now and if you did a video on one of those that'd be very cool there's a few things about the bike that my clymer doesn't in depth enough. I think you could make full videos about tear downs as opposed to books like clymer that'd be the greatest thing since valve springs.
I learned something new. It seems the 83 duel carbs are different the 86 carbs. I have everything back together and came across this video and thought I would double check my work. In the video I noticed something I don't remember doing which was the "low speed mixture screw". It wasn't even in my manual which covered years from '79-'90. Tore everything back out and discovered that I don't have one. I few more beers and I was ok. Its how you learn. I would love a video on how to install and adj the throttle cables. Its , for some reason , a real bitch for me. haven't gotten it right yet. The carb bowls on the 83 are different also, they are identical. Thanks D-Ray your videos have been a lot of help. 2 years and I almost have it back together.
For anyone that's reading the comment above, the 1983 model didn't have the low speed mixture screw. Anything later then that did, so don't worry if you haven't got one. You shouldn't if you have the stock Keihin PH60 Carburetor.
I have an 83 with a low speed mixture screw. But it’s on the side where the gas goes in instead of on the bottom. I am replacing it with a carb from an 86 though, i’ve heard the design is better
I havent worked on an '83 in a long time but if I remember right the low speed circut should be on the left carb, the right carb has only a main jet. if so, the mixture screw should be on the left side.
Great, easy to understand videos. I own the 1986 XL600R and take it to the high altitudes of Colorado. I bought it from a person that had it re-jetted for that area and I would like to see a video on how to change the jets in the carbs for 600 feet altitude. I have done this on some other bikes in the past and would like to know the tricks you can pass on for this bike.
It's runnin pretty good considerin how long it's been sittin and the fact you have only done some basic carb work on it. Well done mate, look forward to the next installment. Cheers n regards
Great video, saving it for later... I am thinking about buying this bike, but heard they don't idle too well from factory - i hope this will be the solution
Hello I love your videos! I have a 85 xl and I need to check my carbs! What's the best solvent to clean the carbs with? Also I notice the carb kits on eBay have so many parts with the kit, should I just change out what you did in your video?
I need to ask (4:31) are all the years of the XR600R equipped with this carb? I don't have that mixture screw on my carb. Wondering if it's suppose to have it. It does not look threaded. I've been going over every nut bolt wire and cap trying to figure out why my bike does not run. And if it's missing, how do I get another, and other small parts to the assembly?
Hey, thanks for the explanation! Unfortunately my two carburatos open right at the same time, there gradual opening between first and second one. Do you know if that's a big issue?
Hi D-Ray Smith, I bought my 1984 Honda XL600R some years ago and that I have been running the bike without the breather separator and canister. I noticed these 2 items on the diagram of the various Honda XL600R models. Are these items that important for me to consider buying if still available?
I have a 1985 xl250r and some times when I start the bike or have been going past half throttle the idle speed spikes when I'm sitting stopped with the clutch in or in neutral.
Im considering buying my friends xr600r 94. Non of us knows anything about bikes/600r, but it has earlier gotten its dekomp system removed, and its now just sitting since my friend cant start it. Should i buy a full dekomp system and put it back original, and where can i get this? I know lawnmotors and 50cc, but this thing and system is above my knowledge right now. Any tips my dear pro’s?
very nicely done, but a suggestion - especially when showing small parts and 'nooks and crannies' watch out for your hand shadow - good light brings out detail that gets concealed with shadow.
Hey DRay I was cleaning my carbs and pulled out the smaller low speed mixture screw to clean the tip and it was so old it just snap right off,can i just turn it in closer?
Nice video your very good of explaining how it work's. My 1987 xr600r wont start without pulling it with somthing.Then somtimes it wont start just hit an when I pull choke cable it die's I have no idea what is wrong I have had it to everyone in WV! An spent countless dollar's everything seems to be right plugs etc. an when it runs It runs great but heaven forbid you turn it off. better have a truck or something to pull it with. Any ideas on what I should try?
Thanks for detailed video My xr500r as open throttle its not accelerate as i want its like something clogged. That happened after i overhaulin the carburator. Change seals clean both carbs Any idea whats wrong?? Thank you
I have a 1987 xl250 dual carburetor, and I believe it's similar to the xl600...I'm not sure how where the hoses go, and where they connect. Is there a video for that somewhere, because I can't find it. Thanks.
Your vids are awesome. I'm from central arkansas. You work on stuff for the public or just friends and relatives? My 400ex could really use a top end rebuild! Lol I like your thoroughness
Good morning. You video has been very helpful. I just bought my 1986 XL600R and the carbs appear to be different from the ones in your video. I don't have a low mixture screw and i have an orange plastic shroud on one of the pins. The bike runs but sputters so I assumed dirty carbs. I'm trying to purchase a low mixture screw, is it possible it goes by another name?
I have problem with my xl . If engine is cold i must started engine without choke before engine can t start . If i switch on choke when engine is running engine go off . When engine is hot and i choke switch on engine go to high rpm . sry my English is bad .
Hey D-Ray, again. Thanks for posting good vids about our thumpers. I just did a carb rehab as you describe here but seem to have too many vacuum tubes. No diagrams anywhere??? I know it's a rookie mistake. Bike has been sitting for years. Can you help?
D-Ray i need some help. i did what you showed on my 86, it only runs on full choke but idles. dies if i let off and dies if i give it throttle. ive been told that the problem is most likely the pilot jet(s). got any ideas? thanks
A good work, I'll keep your tutorial in mind since I have one of those bikes (the LM version) and, someday, I should try to clean those carb. Just for curiosity, have you sold the bike or are you using it for fun in the fields? P.s. I appreciate your patience in explaining slowly while filming the procedure, since I'm not very familiar with Arkansas accent: not with any US accent, in fact :)
So i have a similar bike. I am all of a sudden having a leak in the carbs with gas. What is the common problem and how would you fix it? I really dont want to pay for it and would rather learn myself! Thanks!
DRay, great video, wish I had looked this up yesterday before I pulled my carb's off the very same bike. Where can I get one of those fuel mixture screws? I broke mine and cant find an OEM replacement!
Hey D-Ray. I have the exact same 1986 XL600r bike. The carbs i believe were tuned to my home town. I recently moved over the mountains where the elevation was alot higher. It seems to be okay but the idle is low now. I rode up a fire road that was a aditional 6000 ft. yesterday and the bike stalled and i couldnt start it til i coasted to the bottom. I have never tuned carbs before but i understand how they work. Is it possible to adjust them without taking everything apart? Thanks- Mat
First off there are 3 bolts on the airbox. One is under the battery. Yours never had one it looks like. Another thing is this was a total bitch getting the carb out. I have an 87 and followed this video and it was hard getting the carb out without tweaking the inflow air rubber thingy. I'll have to seal those again before I put the carb back on. Wish me luck!!
I sell a oem style replacement fuel joint for 30 bucks It is a direct fit, does not leak, comes with O rings. it is of much better quality than the one Honda no longer produces. www.ebay.com/itm/1985-1987-Honda-XR600R-XL600R-Fuel-joint/253534641306
D Ray, I am working on a 1986 XL600r. Used this video to help me rebuild the right carb. The left carb is brand new as I had to replace it because the tabs that linked the carb together were broke. Still have a serious problem with the bike hicupping and stalling. Do you have any idea what would cause that? Thanks again for your videos. They have helped me tremendously on this bike.
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Your XL600R videos are great, DRay. The production quality and information conveyance is as good or better than instructional videos for other bikes I've paid money for. I'm freshening up my original-owner 1983 XL600R and these are way valuable to me. I'd like to see the electrical system work video. Thanks.
Miss your how to videos buddy. You really were one of the best ones. Revisiting this video again yrs later and got me right where I wanted. Hope your doing well.
Awsome... I did this job on my 1985 XL250, you make removing the carb look easy. Even with the aix box backed off it is a real pain.
best informed carburetor job i ever seen my hat off to you sir
well informed.should be a teacher
Thanks for the informative video. About to tackle the dual carbs set-up on my 87 Xl250r. Lots of helpful info
Great that you describe the choke circuit difference in the carb bowls. I looked at mine couldn't tell which was which and the manual didn't specify. Thanks!
Do you still have the workshop manual? Could you please send it if you do?
@@tsauleda I have a Clymer manual that would have the info if you want?
Love these videos…..bought an 87 last year, and I’m learning a ton……Thank you!
Thank you. Im gonna do this very soon as the one i had wont allow me to have any throttle only choke. It just drowns with air it sounds like when i give it gas. I was happy the video was just 9 minutes, but im sure its gonna take me a hole day.
Great video...well explained, sufficient lighting, good cam work. I just picked one of these bikes up, and your video really helped.
Same here!! 😁😁
You will need to replace the mixture screw to be able to get the idle mixture right. Thanks for watchin'!
D-ray,you do a real good job explaining what your doing very easy to follow.kinda like my uncle...ol uncle d-ray sounds pretty good.thanks uncle d-ray .
Big thanks Mr D Ray! Saved me a bundle hauling this thing to the dealer!
There are 2 studs that are mounted on the seat base near the rear of the seat. They go thru the frame and rear fender. Look under the rear fender toward the front of it, you will see 2 6mm nuts. You will also need to remove the side covers and the strap that goes over the seat. Hope this helps.
Great video,very informative and well worth watching as I did this job this afternoon. Just rebuilt my XL600R - hopefully roadtest tomorrow !
Thanks once again.
Awesome d-ray thanks for helping out with our ol honda thumpers.
thanks for making this video. you do a great job explaining things. subscribed!
Thank mate just got myself a xr 600 83 model will need to do this. Thanks for info
Thanks D-Ray Smith Sir,
Exactly what I needed to feel confident about buying a 83 XL 600 R from a local guy sitting in his barn for 30 years 8000 miles looks like new but runs rough . A lot of other videos out there that skip over the steps making them just a show and tell version of face book . I guess their cool but no use to me . God bless .
Everything panned out? :)
That looked like it kicked easily for a 600cc bike. You do a great job recording, editing and explaining in your videos. Thanks DRay!
Friendly reminder, a set of JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) screwdrivers will make this job *A LOT* easier. Any screw with a dimple on it IS NOT a phillips, it's JIS.
D-Ray, big thanks for the video. I have the same bike D-ray is tuning up in this clip. Here is a tip: Follow D-rays advice on loosening up the air box, on a 1986 it will scoot back about an inch. Fully remove the air box manifold pipe clamps . The air box rubber manifolds are quite flexible and without the clamps on can be wedged fully out of the way. Once they are out of the path of the carburetor follow the exit path D-ray uses in this clip and you will slide her right through.
Well the 87 version of this bike has an extra bolt under the battery so the box doesn't slide back unless that comes out. unfortunately that bolt broke lose and is spinning and not coming out so I bailed on pulling the carb cuz the rubber manifolds on the intake side of the carbs were separating from the air box and that's not good:)
Having a hell of a time removing the air box but guess I don't need to fully also don't have a canister thing is that bad? Please don't no if d ray will respond
boulderblake dude tell me about it had a fuck of a time getting off the air box guess i didnt fully need to and that bold underneath it with the wierd nut forget about it lol and i also screwed up my intake thing bummer!! Don't have 1 of those canisters he points at is that important
I got the bolt by the Battery to come off and that provided the amount of room I needed to get the carb off without pulling off the air intake rubber. I cleaned and rejetted the carb and had to seal the rubber air pieces back. All in all it was a pain in the ass because I didnt know there was a third bolt. I looked at the video again and i figured the bolt from D-Rays bike was missing before he got it:)
+boulderblake would you be able to give me any info on were all the hoses go on the carb? the only one I have is from fuel tank to to carb all other hoses are missing do they matter ? there are a lot of little openings on the carbs. any help would be appreciated
Thanks for your help, I have a 1984 that appears to have carb issues so I'm hoping your video helps me out to go through the carbs! Thanks
on the removal of the airbox, three screws on the air box cover, and I found another bolt on the right hand low side holding the airbox as well, making a +1 to your count. That being said you have done the best job so far, other videos presume that saying abracadabra will get the carbs out... but then mine is a 1987
Great video...now I am not afraid to pull those suckers and give them the attention that is needed. Thanks again!
Great video, i think there's loads to explore when it comes to the right adjustment
I just want to say D ray that your videos are fantastic, your instructions are really clear and you really know how to edit. I watched a few of the other videos you made just because they're enjoyable to watch. I have an XR650L now and if you did a video on one of those that'd be very cool there's a few things about the bike that my clymer doesn't in depth enough. I think you could make full videos about tear downs as opposed to books like clymer that'd be the greatest thing since valve springs.
Thanks for the vid!! I just took apart my carbs today. Yours looks soooo clean compared to mine!
I learned something new. It seems the 83 duel carbs are different the 86 carbs. I have everything back together and came across this video and thought I would double check my work. In the video I noticed something I don't remember doing which was the "low speed mixture screw". It wasn't even in my manual which covered years from '79-'90. Tore everything back out and discovered that I don't have one. I few more beers and I was ok. Its how you learn. I would love a video on how to install and adj the throttle cables. Its , for some reason , a real bitch for me. haven't gotten it right yet. The carb bowls on the 83 are different also, they are identical. Thanks D-Ray your videos have been a lot of help. 2 years and I almost have it back together.
For anyone that's reading the comment above, the 1983 model didn't have the low speed mixture screw. Anything later then that did, so don't worry if you haven't got one. You shouldn't if you have the stock Keihin PH60 Carburetor.
I have an 83 with a low speed mixture screw. But it’s on the side where the gas goes in instead of on the bottom. I am replacing it with a carb from an 86 though, i’ve heard the design is better
Many thanks. Very helpful and constructive.
I havent worked on an '83 in a long time but if I remember right the low speed circut should be on the left carb, the right carb has only a main jet. if so, the mixture screw should be on the left side.
Thanks for the detailed description!
Great Video and detail - Sure would like to know if anyone just sells the bowl gaskets as that is the only issue I have on my 87 XL600r.
Great, easy to understand videos. I own the 1986 XL600R and take it to the high altitudes of Colorado. I bought it from a person that had it re-jetted for that area and I would like to see a video on how to change the jets in the carbs for 600 feet altitude. I have done this on some other bikes in the past and would like to know the tricks you can pass on for this bike.
Really helpful video, thanks a bunch for uploading!
It's runnin pretty good considerin how long it's been sittin and the fact you have only done some basic carb work on it. Well done mate, look forward to the next installment.
Cheers n regards
Awesome work and vid. Very cool carb.
Thanks for watchin', yes I do work for th' public, I am about to officially open for buisness soon. Have a goodun'!
Wanda says I "live" out there now! lol! Thanks bro.
Great video, saving it for later... I am thinking about buying this bike, but heard they don't idle too well from factory - i hope this will be the solution
Good job! I'm surprised you got it running so easily.
The only way to get that little o-ring from Honda is to get a carb gasket set (16010-MG2-305), Suzuki offers that o-ring seperately, (13295-26E00)
What an awesome video, Thank you!
Thanks for help.you are great!
Greets from germany!
Hello I love your videos! I have a 85 xl and I need to check my carbs! What's the best solvent to clean the carbs with? Also I notice the carb kits on eBay have so many parts with the kit, should I just change out what you did in your video?
I need to ask (4:31) are all the years of the XR600R equipped with this carb? I don't have that mixture screw on my carb. Wondering if it's suppose to have it. It does not look threaded. I've been going over every nut bolt wire and cap trying to figure out why my bike does not run. And if it's missing, how do I get another, and other small parts to the assembly?
THANK you, great run-thru!
Hey, thanks for the explanation! Unfortunately my two carburatos open right at the same time, there gradual opening between first and second one. Do you know if that's a big issue?
great vid. i think i may have bowls on the wrong sides as my choke is no good.
great vid
Hi D-Ray Smith, I bought my 1984 Honda XL600R some years ago and that I have been running the bike without the breather separator and canister. I noticed these 2 items on the diagram of the various Honda XL600R models. Are these items that important for me to consider buying if still available?
I have a 1985 xl250r and some times when I start the bike or have been going past half throttle the idle speed spikes when I'm sitting stopped with the clutch in or in neutral.
where did you buy your rebuild kit because all the ones I can find come with the wrong float bowl gasket, they don't have the circular part.
Im considering buying my friends xr600r 94. Non of us knows anything about bikes/600r, but it has earlier gotten its dekomp system removed, and its now just sitting since my friend cant start it. Should i buy a full dekomp system and put it back original, and where can i get this? I know lawnmotors and 50cc, but this thing and system is above my knowledge right now. Any tips my dear pro’s?
So, if I were to lube my throttle cables, I wouldn't need to remove them from my bike?
Thanks! more to come.....
Amazing
Thank you sir!
Thanks for a great video, where did you buy the rubber gaskets for the bowls?. Can see the new you put in got a ring/circle and the old dont. Cheers
EXCELLENT VIDEO
very nicely done, but a suggestion - especially when showing small parts and 'nooks and crannies' watch out for your hand shadow - good light brings out detail that gets concealed with shadow.
Sounds like Kenny Powers is working on this carb
Hey DRay I was cleaning my carbs and pulled out the smaller low speed mixture screw to clean the tip and it was so old it just snap right off,can i just turn it in closer?
Hello.i have XL 600 1986.settings jet main 0ne carboletor and jet main two carboletor.and jet slow. Adjust
Nice video your very good of explaining how it work's. My 1987 xr600r wont start without pulling it with somthing.Then somtimes it wont start just hit an when I pull choke cable it die's I have no idea what is wrong I have had it to everyone in WV! An spent countless dollar's everything seems to be right plugs etc. an when it runs It runs great but heaven forbid you turn it off. better have a truck or something to pull it with. Any ideas on what I should try?
Thanks for detailed video
My xr500r as open throttle its not accelerate as i want its like something clogged. That happened after i overhaulin the carburator. Change seals clean both carbs Any idea whats wrong??
Thank you
I have a 1987 xl250 dual carburetor, and I believe it's similar to the xl600...I'm not sure how where the hoses go, and where they connect. Is there a video for that somewhere, because I can't find it. Thanks.
Your vids are awesome. I'm from central arkansas. You work on stuff for the public or just friends and relatives? My 400ex could really use a top end rebuild! Lol I like your thoroughness
Sweet maybe you can put my 400ex in your video for "how to do a top end rebuild" that would be awesome. Talk at ya later
Good morning. You video has been very helpful. I just bought my 1986 XL600R and the carbs appear to be different from the ones in your video. I don't have a low mixture screw and i have an orange plastic shroud on one of the pins. The bike runs but sputters so I assumed dirty carbs. I'm trying to purchase a low mixture screw, is it possible it goes by another name?
Thanks bro!
Hey DRay! Awesome videos. Thanks! Any chance you have a video of how to replace a head gasket for the same bike / an XL 500R?
That would be awesome!
Any Idea's why this bike runs like it is vapor locking when it gets hot outside?? It happens bout the time the second carb kicks in?
@D-Ray Smith, how exactly did you clean the carb passages and the rest of the carb? Thanks!
I have problem with my xl . If engine is cold i must started engine without choke before engine can t start . If i switch on choke when engine is running engine go off . When engine is hot and i choke switch on engine go to high rpm . sry my English is bad .
Ok, thank you
thanks d ray, can you tell me where i can get this exact kit from, I'm in the uk and have problems getting this kind of thing.thanks paul
thanks mate
Crank case ventilation canister don't have 1 is that bad?
Hey D-Ray, again. Thanks for posting good vids about our thumpers.
I just did a carb rehab as you describe here but seem to have too many vacuum tubes. No diagrams anywhere??? I know it's a rookie mistake. Bike has been sitting for years.
Can you help?
hi d-ray love the video but my carbs are still leaking from the vent tub on the side of the left carb any ideals what that could cause that thanks
D-Ray i need some help. i did what you showed on my 86, it only runs on full choke but idles. dies if i let off and dies if i give it throttle. ive been told that the problem is most likely the pilot jet(s). got any ideas? thanks
Thank, i found the problem thanks your video
The bystarter (choke) wont work. Other than that, it will run just fine
A good work, I'll keep your tutorial in mind since I have one of those bikes (the LM version) and, someday, I should try to clean those carb.
Just for curiosity, have you sold the bike or are you using it for fun in the fields?
P.s. I appreciate your patience in explaining slowly while filming the procedure, since I'm not very familiar with Arkansas accent: not with any US accent, in fact :)
So i have a similar bike. I am all of a sudden having a leak in the carbs with gas. What is the common problem and how would you fix it? I really dont want to pay for it and would rather learn myself! Thanks!
Great video. The boots are hard to find, any tips on where to get them, or repair the cracked ones I have?
DRay, great video, wish I had looked this up yesterday before I pulled my carb's off the very same bike. Where can I get one of those fuel mixture screws? I broke mine and cant find an OEM replacement!
Naw, it did'nt smoke a bit, I was a lil suprised myself!
Did you replace the rubber washer on the low speed mixture screw and if so where did you find it please.
Thanks
Pete
Eu quero compra um carburador da moto xl600r e não estou achando pra compra
Hey D-Ray.
I have the exact same 1986 XL600r bike. The carbs i believe were tuned to my home town. I recently moved over the mountains where the elevation was alot higher. It seems to be okay but the idle is low now. I rode up a fire road that was a aditional 6000 ft. yesterday and the bike stalled and i couldnt start it til i coasted to the bottom. I have never tuned carbs before but i understand how they work. Is it possible to adjust them without taking everything apart?
Thanks- Mat
If you had the bowls backwards what would it do?
First off there are 3 bolts on the airbox. One is under the battery. Yours never had one it looks like. Another thing is this was a total bitch getting the carb out. I have an 87 and followed this video and it was hard getting the carb out without tweaking the inflow air rubber thingy. I'll have to seal those again before I put the carb back on. Wish me luck!!
Hi Ray, nice work! where did you find the new carb joint ? thanks
I sell a oem style replacement fuel joint for 30 bucks It is a direct fit, does not leak, comes with O rings. it is of much better quality than the one Honda no longer produces. www.ebay.com/itm/1985-1987-Honda-XR600R-XL600R-Fuel-joint/253534641306
hey, i have the same bike. how do you remove the seat on this bike? i cant figure it out.
Hey man got some questions
👏👍
so interesting. Im about to buy one next weekend and im intrigued by the style of this. Do these bikes have decent power ?
so how is the bike?
D Ray, I am working on a 1986 XL600r. Used this video to help me rebuild the right carb. The left carb is brand new as I had to replace it because the tabs that linked the carb together were broke. Still have a serious problem with the bike hicupping and stalling. Do you have any idea what would cause that?
Thanks again for your videos. They have helped me tremendously on this bike.
Mine does exactly the same Michael, did you ever figure it out?
Where can i find the carb rebuild kit