Engineered by Honda for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2009 Honda XR650L pairs a 644 cc (39.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 51.9 Nm (38.3 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 100.0 x 82.0 mm (3.9 x 3.2 inches) with a 8.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XR650L measures 156.9 kg (346 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 940 mm (37 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,455 mm (57.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.59-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 16 indexed model years from 2009 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
940 mm (37 in)
Engine
Displacement644.0 ccm (39.30 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Torque51.9 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.3 ft.lbs)
Compression8.3:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 82.0 mm (3.9 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 42.5mm diaphragm-type CV
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionSolid-state CD with electronic advance
LubricationDry sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchHeavy duty multi-plate clutch
Driveline#520 O-ring-sealed chain; 15T/45T
Chassis
Rake27.0°
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension43mm air-adjustable leading-axle Showa cartridge fork with 16-position compression-damping adjustability
Front Travel295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-link Showa single-shock with spring-preload, 20-position compression- and 20-position rebound-damping adjustability
Rear Travel279 mm (11.0 inches)
Wheelbase1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Ground Clearance330 mm (13.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.00-21
Rear Tyre4.60-18
Front BrakesDouble disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight147.0 kg (324.1 pounds)
Weight incl.156.9 kg (346.0 pounds)
Seat Height940 mm (37.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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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
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
