2006 Honda XR 650 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Honda for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2006 Honda XR 650 R relies on a 649 cc (39.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.0 x 82.6 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XR 650 R measures 125.6 kg (277 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 935 mm (36.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,481 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9.84-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2001 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
935 mm (36.8 in)
Engine
Displacement649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 82.6 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin 40mm piston-valve
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionSolid-state CD with electronic advance
LubricationDry sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake27.8°
Trail111 mm (4.4 inches)
Front Suspension46mm leading-axle Kayaba cartridge fork with compression- and rebound-damping adjustability
Front Travel284 mm (11.2 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Kayaba single-shock with spring-preload, compression- and rebound-damping adjustability
Rear Travel307 mm (12.1 inches)
Wheelbase1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance305 mm (12.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/70-21
Rear Tyre110/90-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight125.6 kg (277.0 pounds)
Seat Height935 mm (36.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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