Honda XL/XR/TLR 125-200 Service & Repair Manual 1979-87 (Clymer Edition)
338 Pages • 28.01 MB • Printable PDFs (ZIP Download)
Honda Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: XL125, XL200, XR125, XR200, TLR125, TLR200, XL125S, XL185S, XR185, XR200R
Sub-models / Variants: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, Air-cooled, 5-speed transmission, 6-speed transmission, Pro-Link, dual-shock
Model Years: 1979–1987
Technical Data:
- Engine type: Air-cooled, single cylinder, SOHC, 4-stroke
- Engine displacement: 124 cc (125 models), 180 cc (185 models), 195 cc (200 models)
- Compression pressure: 178–21 psi (XL125S), 192–21 psi (XL185S/XR200R/TLR200), 199 psi (XR185/XR200/XR200R)
- Idle speed: 1,300–1,400 rpm
- Transmission type: Wet, multi-disc, 5-speed or 6-speed
- Fuel capacity: 1.8–2.4 U.S. gal. (model dependent)
- Alternator output: 35W–196W (model/year dependent)
Honda Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers the 1979–1987 Honda XL, XR, and TLR 125 through 200 series, including XL125S, XL185S, and XR200R variants
- Official 338-page Clymer publication (copyright 1987) archiving the primary production run for the air-cooled single-cylinder engine platform
- Features 10 technical chapters packed with exploded-view diagrams, maintenance intervals, and specialized torque tables
Document Structure and Contents
This service manual details the engine, clutch, transmission, and chassis requirements for Honda's 125cc to 200cc single-cylinder dirt and dual-sport bikes. It breaks down complex systems into digestible sections. You get complete chapter segmentation on the fuel delivery, exhaust layouts, electrical circuits, and suspension geometry. Need to check lubrication cycles or dial in tune-up settings? The book lays out the exact component identification needed for daily bench work. Please note that while this manual provides extensive reference data, any actual repair work requires professional verification of safety procedures and factory-approved tooling to prevent injury or mechanical failure.
Technical Data Preview
The specification tables get straight to the point. Engine sections break down bore and stroke dimensions for the 124 cc, 180 cc, and 195 cc configurations. Looking for specific torque values? The manual lists the rear axle nut torque at 40–47 ft-lb (55–65 Nm). Intake valve clearance is set at a strict 0.002 in. (0.05 mm) across all covered models. Battery output maps out the standard 12-volt electrical supply systems, addressing the specific wiring variations from that production era.
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