XL 600 RM (reduced effect)

1987 Honda XL 600 RM (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the touring motorcycle segment, the 1987 Honda XL 600 RM (reduced effect) features a 591 cc (36.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 45.7 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the XL 600 RM (reduced effect) measures 169 kg (373 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.16 HP/kg (6.26 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 135 km/h (84 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1986 to 1987, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.