Honda XL185S (1984-85)

The Honda XL 185S was a popular motorcycle model produced in 1984-85. It had a four-stroke, air-cooled engine with a single cylinder, OHC, and 2 valves. Its capacity was 180 cc and its compression ratio was 9.2:1. The motorcycle had a single 24mm Keihin carburetor and a CDI ignition. The maximum power of XL 185S was 16 hp at 8000 rpm and max torque was 13.6 Nm at 6500 rpm. It had a 5-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The frame was a semi-double cradle and the front suspension had 38mm Showa air-assisted forks. The fuel capacity was 7 liters, with an average fuel consumption of 20.3 km/lit. The dry weight of the bike was 110 kg and it could reach a top speed of 138 km/h (85.7 mph). The XL 185S had both front and rear drum brakes, with a front tyre size of 2.75-21 and a rear of 4.10-18. The bike’s standing quarter-mile time was 17.5 seconds. The bike was loved for its power, easy maneuverability, and reliability, making it a favorite among dirt bike riders. The XL 185S continues to have a loyal following among enthusiasts and collectors of vintage motorcycles.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda XL 185S

Year: 1984 – 85

Engine: Four stroke, single cylinder, OHC, 2 valve

Capacity: 180 cc / 10.9 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 63.0 x 57.8 mm

Cooling System: Air cooled

Compression Ratio: 9.2:1

Lubrication: Wet sump

Induction: Single 24mm Keihin carburetor

Ignition: CDI

Starting: Kick

Max Power: 16 hp / 11.7 kW @ 8000 rpm

Max Torque: 13.6 Nm / 10.0 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm

Transmission: 5 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Frame: Semi double cradle

Front Suspension: 38mm Showa air assisted forks

Front Wheel Travel: 200 mm / 7.8 om

Rear Suspension: Showa Pro-Link shocks

Rear Wheel Travel: 165 mm /7.2 in

Front Brakes: 110mm Drum

Rear Brakes: 110mm Drum

Front Tyre: 2.75-21

Rear Tyre: 4.10-18

Dry Weight: 110 kg / 242.5 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 7 Litres / 1.8 US gal

Consumption Average: 20.3 km/lit

Standing ~A1/4 Mile: 17.5 sec

Top Speed: 138 km/h / 85.7 mph