If you can find one, pounce on it and don't let it go
Nothing's gone wrong, oil changes, oil and air filter changes, keeps it running great...
This bike has amazing acceleration. The reliability has to be the high point of this bike. Starts first kick almost every single time. If you can find one, pounce on it and don't let it go.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th June, 2007
I'll never sell it
Seat cover replaced.
Tires, chains, and oil. That's it.
The best 500 dollars I've ever spent. I've ridden it 13 years on nothing but chains, tires, gas and oil.
Fast, comfortable, and dead reliable.
Nearly a quarter century old, and still starts first kick.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 13th May, 2007
The best "all-around" bike I ever owned
Oil seepage on lower frame fittings and hoses.
Turn signal switch sometimes didn't work.
Minor fork seal leak.
As others have noted, this bike is deceptively quick for a single cylinder S.U.B. (Sport Utility Bike).
It's also comfortable enough for light touring. It does vibrate a little, but hey, it's a BIG single. I nicknamed mine "Trail Wing".
And as long a mountain road is VERY twisty, it'll give some sport bikes a run for their money.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th August, 2006
Good all rounder when running right
Total engine rebuild on purchase of the bike.
Cam chain replaced after 500 miles.
Head gasket leaking.
New front brake caliper fitted.
Rear brake shoes replaced.
Good all rounder, with a comfy ride.
Parts are hard to locate and are expensive.
Needs regular services.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 16th April, 2006
Nice classic bike, but a bit pricey for parts
Total engine rebuild on purchasing the machine.
New rear and front brakes.
New piston rings after 1000 miles.
Nice off road bike, but it's costing a fortune.
Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 31st May, 2005
I have owned a 1984 Honda XL600R from day one. Have had it for the last 28 years. Never had a problem, it is daily ride for me, and I keep it all original and in showroom condition. It's very powerful, fast and smooth in the street and off road. If you have one, make sure you look after this great bike.
All the best.
20th Apr 2011, 15:26
OK, you rode it 13 years, but something like 3 000 miles... that's not much!