First Look At Honda’s BRAND NEW XR150L Dual Sport!

After months of anticipation, the 2023 Honda XR150L is FINALLY getting to dealers in the U.S.! And I was lucky enough to not only get a first look at the inexpensive new dual sport bike, but I ALSO GOT TO RIDE IT!!
This new XR 150L really feels like the strange love child of my Honda Grom and my Suzuki DRZ400, so I'm not sure if I need something that fills that gap. But at the same time...this thing was a BLAST! In my eyes, minimoto meets dualsport is a match made in heaven! Especially for a new/first time rider!
So what do you guys think- Is the new XR150 a hit or a miss? Should we add one to the channel fleet or no? Personally, I feel like for the price the XR150L is a no brainer...
Shout out to Preston Powersports in Easton, MD for this opportunity! Make sure to check them out and be sure to ask for my guy Tyler!
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Update- I BOUGHT IT!! 🙌🏻🎉🤘🏻(And may or may not have crashed it on the first ride… kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6GkamRjicyga7s 👀) Make sure to subscribe so you can keep up with all the XR150L shenanigans we have on the way! 😎🤘🏻

[@wilde.coyote6618]

Did you get it at the MSRP?

[@michaelmorgan3415]

@@wilde.coyote6618 IKR my local dealership has two in stock listed for $5,699....wtf

[@tonyd6884]

If your not crashing your not doing it right😂

[@joeyfaulks]

Buy it

[@kevencase]

I just bought one in January in the Philippines just under $1000 US new.

[@effervescentrelief]

That gas cap isn't "cheap" it's incredibly old school. Tons of older bikes had that style of gas cap. Grew up in a dealership from the 90's through the 2000's (family owned). Everything about this bike screams 1990's, which isn't a bad thing. Bikes have become overly complicated and excessively priced. This is a breathe of fresh air.

[@bruceyoung449]

([Up up😮[i.p.o

[@keeganlangford5580]

Most metric cruisers still use this style cap.

[@chloedegurechaff1941]

My magna 750 has that exact same gas cap. And it wobbles a little just like that one too.

[@chadriddle3517]

Worded perfectly

[@tiberman1]

my 1980 cb has that cap

[@LeStraTele]

Bikes like this were pretty common in the 70's and early 80's. I think this is a smart move for Honda. A less intimidating first bike to attract new riders. Probably a decent city bike for most riders.

[@MusicByJC]

My parents bought me a used Honda 175 twin back around 1979 or so for transportation to High School. We lived quite far from HS, so had to depend on parents taking us to school since no one was of age or had access to a car yet. Max. speed was 60, a little less with 2 people. During the summer, it enabled us to go to the beach several times a week, which was about 15 miles away. Very fond memories.

[@nathaneasley4452]

Literally just seen this thing for the first time yesterday at the dealership. They both had sold stickers on them. It's crazy how vintage they do look. I thought it was an old XR somebody restored but then I saw a second one sitting there exactly like it. Cool little bike for a beginner or somebody look into hone their skills

[@SLOCLMBR]

​@@nathaneasley4452 fits a good gap.. the crf250l is a great bike, but you can't get out the door under 6k! The crf450l is like 10-11k!! It's insane for someone just trying to do store runs or ride trails with the kids.. this will sell better than the grom did

[@jlr3636]

@@MusicByJC back in 1967 I almost had my dad talked into getting me a Honda S90 to ride to school, never worked out. If that bike cost $3000 today it would have been about $330 in 1967.

[@bannedtwice7767]

Great bike for city riding for sure.

[@maryruhnke2408]

I wish Honda would build a line of affordable cars like they used to. They would sell like crazy.

[@brianaustin1328]

Blame the government regulations: safety equipment, TPMS, etc.

[@dilbyjones]

Cool

[@countersteer713]

The definition of affordable is so malleable to corporations lmao. They'd probably base the affordability off of a $90k/year salary in bumfuck Mississippi

[@donlee3168]

​@Brian Austin exactly, because you know the problems with emissions were from 1.4/1.6 liter economy cars. But I can understand safety regulations a little.

[@keeganlangford5580]

@@brianaustin1328 blame inflation and demand. Honda is gonna build what sells best for them.

[@davechris1789]

Don’t worry about the negative comments. I like your channel. You are figuring things out by doing your own upgrades etc that’s how you learn. At almost 50 years old some people always have to find the negative in everything. Keep making good content.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks man, I appreciate you!! Keep the good vibes going! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@davechris1789]

If you can you should get the bike.

[@hermayneMUNSTER]

"Opinions are like bum holes, everyone has one"

[@GratefulOverlander]

Negativity on YT usually equals jealousy

[@jake6483]

I'm a new subscriber and i've really enjoyed all his videos I've seen, folks are just negative

[@robodude666]

I got a bomb idea Burch. Sell one of the Navis, and get Nina a XR150L. Ya'll can go dual sport riding together 🥰 and you have another bike for the channel for a diversity of content!

[@TreDeuce-qw3kv]

SOLD! Now to find one. My first new Honda was an SL-125. Great bike and the XR150L Dual Sport would bring back memories of that bike, plus just about anyone could ride it and it would be a great first ride experience for those who have never rode a motorcycle. Thanks for the fortunate test drive.

[@PunkGuitarX]

Just got this one, first time rider (not even through my rider course yet). Everything I've seen/read/heard of it is nothing but stellar. If it can handle the crazy trails in Vietnam and manages some light highway use, its good enough for me =)

[@haveanicedave]

Can you take this on the highway?

[@person.X.]

@@haveanicedave It will do 80kph comfortably all day but much above that and it feels like you are thrashing it.

[@leostgeorge2080]

@@person.X. I have mine at 100kph all the time. I do make sure i always change my oil every 1000kl

[@coastaku1954]

@@person.X. Then it's not a bike for me, I want a bike that can do 130km/h comfortably because that's how fast we drive in Southern Ontario on our highways and I want a bike that can go everywhere my car can go and also be used as a dirt bike for trails

[@friktionrc]

If it’s anything like the bikes from back in the day re the trails in Vietnam - yup easy peazy lolWe have the same in Sri Lanka and these trail bikes are all over the shop….so much so our own special forces use them 😂😂😂 ..yup our roads are that bad, and have a mix of muddy trails into the forrest so to sandy beaches etc.

[@danasymosky5609]

I like it. Finally a dual sport for shorter riders. I don't know why motorcycle manufacturer's think everyone is tall. I'd rather have the XR150L than my Navi. I can't wait to see one in person!

[@williamwilson6499]

Manufacturers.

[@haveanicedave]

I dont' think it's short enough. My vtx1300 has a 27.5 and at 5'6" I can flat foot. I'm on the balls of my feet on this one and I kick the rack getting on and off. Need to work on that high kick.

[@danasymosky5609]

@@haveanicedave Step on footpeg to mount. I've had to do that for every bike I've ridden. It makes mounting and dismounting really easy and doesn't feel or look awkward. Watch some youtube videos on mounting bikes for shorter riders. Lots of videos with great tips on how to ride tall bikes. Practice a few times and it becomes second nature.

[@jamesadams2334]

I'm 70 years old and I would buy this bike in a heartbeat if it was shorter. I'm only 5'6" tall and basically need a 30" or lower seat height. I just sold my Honda Shadow because even though it had a 25" seat height, I was getting to the point of it being too heavy for me to pick up. I don't want to quit riding but choices are slim if you're talking a full size bike. I think I would do BDRs on this.

[@danasymosky5609]

@@jamesadams2334 I'm only 5'1", so I know the XR150L will be too tall for me

[@mannydcbianco]

With a few mods and upgrades I think this little guy could be a great around town suburban light off-road explorer. If you're familiar with bakerXderek and his DR200 adventures I feel like this guy fits right in with that.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Oh dude great point! This bike would be PERFECT for the type of stuff bakerXderek does through San Bernar-ghetto 😂 I’d love to see him ripping around on one of these 🤘🏻

[@thatguy7085]

$3000… nice little bike to throw in the back of the truck.

[@iamadness69]

Light off road ? Full off road haha, in my experience, the smaller the bike the easier it is to take it off the beaten paths. I learned on my xl125, it was so easy to get through technical trails, then I got a XT350, it did the job, now my XR650L is quite a handful sometimes but it is a very capable off-road bike, im getting used to it...

[@thatguy7085]

@@iamadness69 Well, I have a BMW GS 1250 Adventure… it can travel to the off road places. This can be ramped into the back of my truck and used to get around.

[@kgill5]

Made in China?

[@earthknight60]

I've been riding one of these in SE Asia since 2017. They're great. The biggest problem with the US version is that it lacks the kick-start back-up. A few issues that crop up with them over time is that the ignition switch starts to go bad, the space for the toolkit is under the seat but you need tools to get the seat off to get to the toolkit area, and the rear drum brake is pretty wimpy. Those are small issues though. I've added a brighter LED headlight, a more robust set of handlebars, a USB power slot and battery voltage indicator, a beefier 520 chain and sprocket, a larger rear luggage rack, an engine skid plate, long arm mirrors, fatter front and rear tires (nice, but makes changes and tube repairs a pain), and a handlebar stabilizer bar to mount things on. Most of these are really nice upgrades.

[@tinr5]

This bike has been a top seller in South America for many years, very reliable, durable, cheap and easy to mantain, good for off road and street. Funny thing is there is a also a 190cc version with fuel injection, not sure why they didn’t send that to the US.

[@Enrique-peralta]

Same reason they didn't send the ford ranger to the US until 2021 they can force more money out of this market cause Americans love spending money

[@PrimoStracciatella]

Do you have a link or any information on the 190cc FI version? I'd be very interested!

[@paulbest6679]

Google Honda XR 190 L Mexico or Honda XR190L Colombia. KZbin won't let me post a direct link

[@bigbean78]

I’ve always liked Honda for what they do, but I love them for offering cheap/lower priced new bikes like this to get new people into riding as well as experienced riders. It’s a clever way of doing business!

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

150cc is a good around town size and my msf was on a 150 so its a good segment for learning to ride to. Its also dumb affordable.

[@pickoftheglitter]

Interesting that this bike is sold in Brazil since 2003; here it's called Honda Bros and today it's 160 cc. - Quite reliable and cheap is one of the most common bikes here for the daily use.

[@TheHeder97]

We also travel, me and a friend who has one of these ride all over the south with these beasts

[@KomotoVlogs]

Do I…do I have a dual sport itch?! This makes a dual sport look REAL attainable for a new rider…

[@LifeOfBurch]

I meeaaan it would be pretty bad ass seeing you ripping on this while I’m on the DRZ… 👀👀👀

[@KomotoVlogs]

@@LifeOfBurch literally sounds so much fun👀🏍️

[@motokaze]

Both of you on the trails opens up new content...and destinations. Road days and Trail days, oh yeah!

[@person.X.]

The XR150 is a fantastic little bike considering how cheap it is. They are comfortable, tough, reliable, versatile and a lot of fun. I spent a few weeks riding the length and breadth of Vietnam on the back roads on this bike and fell in love with it. They are cheap though in term of some quality so for example if you drop it the bars bend very easily!

[@onanysundrymule3144]

Have they been out for a while over there? Kind regards.

[@person.X.]

@@onanysundrymule3144 Yes, many years. They are unofficial imports from China.

[@onanysundrymule3144]

@@person.X. Thank you Sir.

[@OrdinaryLatvian]

@@onanysundrymule3144 The XR150L has been around for ages. I don't know what exactly is "new" about it.

[@jlr3636]

I’m considering a smaller bike like the Trail 125 to take on an extended truck/camper excursion. Plans are to setup back country camp then use the bike for day photo trips or town runs for supplies. The 150 adds another factor into the mix

[@effervescentrelief]

Keep in mind this bike comes with a rear rack, so it's kind of like a slightly bigger, more "normal" looking version of the Trail 125. I was considering a Trail 125 as I grew up on a Trail 110, but I'm really considering this now.

[@williamwilson6499]

I have a Trail 125 and I gave the XR150 a test ride. Go with the Trail. If you’re hauling supplies, you can put a crate (like I did) on the Trail’s rack. You won’t get much space with the 150.

[@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL]

Get this 150. 🎉

[@ShinyUmbreon765]

The trail will be more nimble as the center of gravity it lower. (Easier to lift when you have to lay her down, which will happen at least once in you time riding. (Why full motorcycle boots are essential. $250 if a lit less than the loss of income during recovery. ) Unless you're going above 45mph pretty often you're not gonna miss the fifth gear. Less power but the 125 still has enough to get a 230lb rider to 50mph.( screaming mind you. But still ) the trail costs more but if you throw a smart carb on the xr150l it'll come out around the same price.

[@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL]

@@ShinyUmbreon765 what's a smart carb

[@telcobilly]

I have a new XR150L here in the Philippines. It's perfect for here because of the congested bad surface roads. The average bike/scooter here is 125cc so this fits in with the traffic speeds. I've been upgrading mine with bars, risers, handguards, skid plate, LOUD PIAA horn and PZ27 carb to cure the cold start issues. As much as il like and how cheap it is (I paid $1815 total otd) I think I'd buy a bigger used something else for the US like DR650.. It's good for a first timer or a RV bike..

[@sci-fyguy7767]

You guys are lucky-$1,763 & the bike comes with a kick-start, too in case the battery dies.

[@scramblinman7156]

We got 2 and have put 250 miles on them both. So far-so good (better then expected actually).

[@LifeOfBurch]

Congrats on the bikes!! I’m glad you seem to be loving them so far! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@goon_eg1089]

Do they have linkage suspension?

[@scramblinman7156]

@@goon_eg1089 No, they do not.

[@goon_eg1089]

@@scramblinman7156 you can buy a mrt 50 for a similar price with linkage, I'm trying to find somthing similar to that since my back is feck3d.

[@Towert7]

I LOVE that honda is putting out affordable machines like this. I love the concept of this. It looks so cool! I really am interested in it.

[@ltcuaa]

yeah but add min $1000 in set up and delivery fees plus mark up, prob closer to $5000 to buy one

[@Towert7]

@@ltcuaa No mark up, ask for a discount. I imagine you can get 100-200$ knocked off. The fuel surcharge is probably no longer needed given the overall cost of fuel now.

[@ShinyUmbreon765]

​@@ltcuaa thats gotta be added to any bike you buy from a stealership

[@jackorear2536]

I have been watching your videos for a while now, and I really like them. After waiting for what seemed like forever, I finally got my XR150L last Friday. I really like it! The first thing I did was put a skid plate on and have been riding it ever since. It was worth the wait! Just wanted to share that with you.

[@leanit5756]

Looks like a terrific first bike for someone who doesn't want to drop the extra for the XT250.

[@andyr4609]

Exactly

[@FrankieShovels]

That and the KLX look sweet but are close to double!

[@artyfuffkin7805]

Luv my Brazilian 230 hodo for $1500

[@kdollars101]

I think you should get this bike. I'm in Montana, and the first dealer that had one available I bought it. I pick it up next week. I'm 6-2 and that might be an issue, but I love this bike and the price. Hopefully you buy it so you can figure out mods for taller riders.

[@bikesbabes4721]

Great review! Smaller is more fun. No stress if it falls over. No insurance claims, paperwork, teams to pick it up.

[@RossMalagarie]

The first motorcycle I rode was in 93' when my dad bought me a Honda XR100 trail bike. I was 13, rode it until I was 28. Loved that bike, it gave me the years of experience that laid the foundation for me to before getting my first street legal motorcycle in 2018, a 2012 Yamaha Raider S. I ride my Raider on 3 moto trips a year. 2 new locations and then in October when the leaves change colors I ride in the Smokey Mountains. Love my Raider.

[@scarecrow8004]

Brings back memories of my 73 (74? ... I'm too old to remember exactly anymore ) XL175. Had a blast on that thing. It too would just top out at 70 MPH. Didn't have an electric start. All of the places I used to dirt ride in are now extensive housing developments. I owned it during the great gas crunch of the early seventies when gasoline went from 25 to 30 cents a gallon to an outrageous 50 to 60 cents. Think I payed right at a thousand dollars for it. Ahhh ... good times, good times.

[@EurynomusBH]

Speaking of the Chinese knockoffs I've got a Tao TBR7 in white that looks nearly identical. Just ticked over 4500 miles on it and has been just as reliable as previous Japanese bikes I've owned for a fraction the price at $1400 when I bought mine.

[@slept-on_SP]

I had one of the china bikes too and was honestly thinking the whole time that everything looks the exact same as Hawk 250 /TBR7... Super weird

[@mediocreman2]

These were made in China originally but possibly made on Mexico for USA market. Chinese parts sharing is very common in China and making clones of good brands is like a life goal for them.

[@slept-on_SP]

@@mediocreman2 It just crazy that it looks like an exact copy, they couldve easily went with a different style of fenders and changed the whole look. Also they shouldve atleast made it a 250cc or 229cc aka the crf230l OR they couldve just gave us a 250cc grom like everyones been asking for.

[@qwuzzy]

Dude if I had money right now... I've literally never ridden a motorcycle before but this looks like a perfect starting point.

[@MattLitkeRacing]

I got mine on Monday and I’ve ridden it every day this week. It’s lots of fun. My biggest complaint was the idle was set way too low. After raising it I’ve had no issues

[@martythemartian99]

My first motorcycle was a Honda XR75, back when I was 13 years old. Yes I said 75 (cc), not 750. Now at 60 years old, I still have nothing but the best memories of that reliable old bike. Just for the record, my last bike was a Honda GL1000 Goldwing, and I currently drive a 10 year old Civic. Honda has been very good to me. :)

[@mickstafford456]

They are very nice bikes, and super competitive on price. A nice little commuter, with some off road capability thrown into the mix too.

[@DroidLocks6971]

I Just Got Mine Today 5.30.2023 and the xr150ls is just too much fun . I Did some street and some light offroading . So Much Fun .

[@kyyyy21]

Lovely bikes, learnt on the 125 cc model, everyone needs to own a bike like this atleast once. Appreciate it for what is it , cheap , reliable and fun!

[@Genetic18]

The XR150 and CG Titan are legendary in South America, they are reliable and excellent for working in big cities every day. They are also low maintenance, you only change oil, clean air filter and the carburetor is so simple that a child can take it apart, clean it, and put it back together.

[@leesuschrist]

I love what Hondas been doing the past 6 or 7 years with all these affordable offerings. Chinese dual sports are becoming very popular, this competes perfectly with those.

[@chrispekel5709]

It is a chinese dual sort (made by a chinese comany for Honda

[@kevink1214]

I got this motorcycle about a month and a half ago and really like it. They sell these for $1400 usd brand new here in the Philippines. The XR is a lot of fun riding. Easy to maneuver and lightweight. I have been watching your video on this motorcycle and had also the videos helped me decide to buy it.

[@dandavis6522]

Enjoyed watching your first ride and other reports on this bike. Key point from your first ride: get a Hi-Vis jacket or vest. It really makes a noticeable difference in how other drivers behave. Ride Safe

[@Cee64E]

I bought my first motorcycle in 1983. It was a 74 Honda CB360T and I literally rode it to death. I've had a few bikes since then, all older, all under 600cc. This looks like a good scoot. Easy to buy, easy to ride, easy to own. I bet it'd make a great daily driver.

[@Hondasixfiveo]

I would like to see more of this bike. I currently own a couple very old small hondas and like the idea of the 150. Would be nice to see some offroad exploration with the XR150

[@Friedbrain11]

Finally, a bike I would want and ride. Got tired of the bikes they have nowadays and quit riding because no one had a bike like I used to ride. Finally, Honda of all manufacturers does it and I am happy. The only problem I see is the front fender being about useless the way it is mounted...might be able to change that though. Yes get it and ride it like a person normally would including some off roading.

[@dennismurray4999]

Another great video. Yes, I think you should add it to the fleet do a few off road mods and some off road and commuting content. Keep up the good work brother and live the dream. Stay safe and stay happy.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks so much Dennis! I appreciate your support!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ignaciolasserre9628]

Great video mate! You know, here in Argentina it’s the bike that most of people use to go to work every day. Also, here we have the bigger version , xr250. Hope you keep it up uploading more videos with your brand new bike! Enjoy!

[@kalaharimine]

Looks & sounds good, my first bike was a XL125S, that bike was great for commuting, very economic and exploring the African bush. On the main roads it wouldn't do more than 100km/h (60mph) on the clock. Noticed that this new one comes with smaller front rim than the 21" on the XL125.

[@jacob5571]

i just bought one this week and I also have a 2022 grom sp. For everyday, the XR is just a better bike.

[@danshobbies13]

I just saw one of these in person. It’s actually a nice little ride. The seat looks more comfortable than most duel sports

[@riv5438]

Thanks for being one of the first in the USA to review. In my opinion, Lifan X-pect is a better buy...ALOT better buy.

[@MagicCarpetRide8669]

I like it... worth mentioning is it is supposed to get 124 MPG which I think is awesome. Around where I live the roads are 45mph and realistically you need to be doing 50-55 if you don't want to get run over. That's the only thing keeping me from buying something like this to play around on. I still might for that price. Seems like a lot of fun! I wonder if changing out the sprocket would allow it to get up to 70 - 75 or so? I bet it's geared more towards lower end torque for off road from the factory.

[@leostgeorge2080]

I have owned the XR150L for 6 years. I would not change the gearing for more speed. In my opinion it is gear more for the street then off road having taken mine off road many times. I do wish it had a 6 speed trans like the Yamaha version. I could use a bit more low for off road and bit more high end for street. Which a 6 speed trans would give. I might even have purchased the Yamaha 125 if i had to do it over again. Not only does it have the 6 speed it has a 21" front wheel and 18" rear where the Honda has a 17" rear and 19" front. and the Yamaha 125 has 2 more HP then the XR150L. I'm not sure if the Yamaha is sold in the states.

[@MagicCarpetRide8669]

@@leostgeorge2080 ok thanks man that’s good info. Do you recommend the bike?

[@leostgeorge2080]

@@MagicCarpetRide8669 I have not had any engine trouble. I did have to replace the rear mono shock the top mount of the shock broke off. I also had to replace the clutch due to the gearing wile off roading, ridding double and going up a monster hill. But the bike was 5 years old by then also. I have replaced the rear breaks about 5 times. A lot of city driving is the reason for that. I would recommend the bike it is a good bike. But i would also look close at the Yamaha 125 enduro it seems to have some good options i was not aware of when i purchased my Honda. I am not sorry i purchased the bike as usual with a Honda i have never had to walk home.

[@MagicCarpetRide8669]

@@leostgeorge2080 cool. I’m not sure which country you’re in but that Yamaha 125 is not available here. They have 250 cc bikes available from Yamaha and other brands but they are twice the price of this one.

[@leostgeorge2080]

@@MagicCarpetRide8669 Understandable. I'm in the Philippines. Way to many small bikes here. Many of the small bikes are only sold in Asia. Very hard to find even 250cc here. I am American i moved here 7 years ago. Good luck with your search. Again the Honda is a good reliable bike.

[@matute93]

We had this bike for like 10 years down here in Argentina, and it has been doing great in our market as a city bike, people who delivers packages or food absolutely love this thing as a work machine, its suspension make it comfortable to ride even in not so well mantained roads, and its engine makes justice to the Honda logo printed on it, they get to ridiculous high km counts and are basically unbreakeable. Awesome first bike.

[@BigBinks]

also another underrated bike if someone wants something slightly bigger and can cruise interstates at 70 is the klx230s

[@ltcuaa]

not

[@googleuser868]

My first. car was a Yamaha 1974 DT125 enduro. Around $800 out the door. Great for learning off road and getting around the local area Eventually put a 1st oversized piston, polished the ports, added a hooker header and rejeted the carb. Unbelievable Increase in power. Wish I had it back just to ride around the area.

[@c0ck_l2oach75]

That's sick you scored a test ride. Hardly any dealers go for that anymore. Thanks for sharing brother.

[@ItsRebel98]

Thanks for the video. Gets me thinking if I should buy a motorcycle again. Since its not too expensive and not too fast which will help me ease into riding. Stay safe brother. :)

[@LifeOfBurch]

I think this would be the perfect bike for you to ease back in with! Cheap, reliable, barebones so not much to go wrong, and super utilitarian. You can’t go wrong!

[@unclequack5445]

If it's all the same to you, I had a 79 XL 185 S I rode home after Hi-school football practice since my step dad was to drunk to drive by that late in the afternoon and it was a great bike.

[@gobblegoblin]

I just got mine a couple days ago, I love it so so much! Unfortunately I didn’t get it on time to come to your meetup but I’ll for sure be at the next one. I paid a touch over $4k for reference. I had originally ordered it from Pete’s Cycle but they wanted a little over $4.5k and they never got back to me 3+ months after I placed my deposit, so I went to Timbrook in Cumberland instead and it was a much better experience.

[@LifeOfBurch]

Congrats on the new bike!! Sounds like you definitely made the right call going to Timbrook! That’s actually where we bought Nina’s Navi last year. Justin at Timbrook is the man. I probably would’ve made the trek up there to look at an XR150 at some point if it weren’t for this one popping up so much closer to my house. We’ll definitely have to ride sometime! 🤘🏻

[@gobblegoblin]

@@LifeOfBurchwould love to, your channel is a big part of the reason I bought my XR.

[@mikegunn3152]

As a avide Harley davidson street glide guy. Being 6'4" and 300lbs. I love my Honda XR150L. I can only get it to 50mph but considering my size its understandable and I am at 5000" elevation here in Southeast Idaho. I did bar riser clamps and CR High bars. Jetting 110 main and 38 pilot. I love this little thing. I ride it all over. Even more than my Harley or my 690 ktm enduro r. My opinion. Best bang for the buck.

[@Luun89]

Looks like a fun bike to teach a beginner rider with (and do hooligan stuff on 😏)

[@LifeOfBurch]

The ultimate first time hooligan bike!! 😎🤘🏻

[@KazeonGaming]

buy it, make it full led lights, fix the cap, a tail tidy, new nice exhaust, new mirrors/ grips then add your own "flair" to it = makes for a good series of vids :D

[@NinjaCrypt]

I love that you're doing dual sports now 🤘

[@erictavares678]

i took an xr150 across vietnam in ‘18. they’ve sold these in asia and australia for a while, great bikes. never had any issues, even survived a few fender benders.

[@metatechhd]

🚲👍 Bikes like this were indeed popular in the 70's and early 80's, and I believe Honda's decision to introduce the XR150L is a smart move. It provides a less intimidating option for new riders, attracting a broader audience to motorcycling. Moreover, its versatility makes it a suitable choice for city riding and beyond. I'm curious to learn more about its performance and features. Let's delve into the discussion on the XR150L and its potential impact on the motorcycle market. 🏍🌆🌟

[@goodcatfilms4276]

Just got mine im 6 foot 2 , 210 pounds... Super smooth on roads , shifts well big wide vomfy seat and offroad capable ... Im obsessed

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

Thanks for not being a jerk when the minivan pulled out. Too many riders lose their crap in situations like that. We seem to forget that we make mistakes, too sometimes. Nice review, thanks!

[@themulesheriff3009]

I had mine now for 2 weeks love it. Goes well with my 2023 monkey. Can’t beat the price for the XL125l mine cost me $3670 OTD with extended warranty warranty of 3 years. Total of 4 years warranty!! Good job Honda bringing this to USA 🇺🇸

[@themulesheriff3009]

Typo lol XR150L not XL125l

[@MotoVania]

This bike is an insane deal, probably will eventually wantore power (300L baby!) but the price and beginner friendliness is awesome

[@ltcuaa]

yeah but add min $1000 in set up and delivery fees plus mark up, prob closer to $5000 to buy one

[@mikejohnson3619]

I bought my xl150 in the Philippines 9 years ago for $1650. It's been terrific. The key hole cover broke off, they all do. 😊

[@MotoMango]

The bay bridge is so awesome. I've only driven over it once, but I wanna go back to rider over it. That's a crazy good deal on those bikes!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Riding over the Bay Bridge is a craaazy experience, especially on something as tall as the DRZ! When you’re riding in the outside lane you can just see over the guardrail straight down to the water 😳😅

[@MotoMango]

@@LifeOfBurch That sounds so awesome and so scary haha

[@michaeldill7620]

These are available in Mexico. Out the door for $2599 USD. Are they made in Mexico?? Super reliable everyone uses them here and they are a step up from the italicas. Glad you can get these in the states. Enjoy thanks for the video

[@Harambes_Homeboy]

Great video Burch ! Bike looks perfect 👍. Does it have a fuel gauge or low fuel light ?

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks dude!! No fuel gauge or fuel light that I saw. It’s probably like my DRZ where the only indication that you’re low on gas is the mini heart attack you have when the bike starts sputtering out, you think the bike is breaking, then realize you just have to switch to reserve gas and go fill up 😂

[@michaelconran5252]

New riders? Heck, I am interested in this beast!! Wife and I have 6 bikes, 3 Harleys, a KTM 450EXC/supermoto, XR100 and Honda C70. We live off of a dirt road, nothing more fun than bombing dirt roads on a small dirt bike. I have just as much fun on my little XR as I do on my Softail Street Bob.

[@elizabethwonders]

I would love to see this XR150 with a “Special” edition. Cmon high end parts! Brembo brakes(Dual disk), etc! Nice basic bike though! Nice to see a street 150CC! 😊❤️👏🏻🔥 Great review!

[@jeffpaxton9172]

Dual disk Brembo brakes on a bike that goes 35 MPH? What's the point?

[@RedBud315]

@@jeffpaxton9172 When I had my YSR 50 pit bike in '87 I could lock up that small front disc at any speed the bike could reach so I agree with that. My YSR hit over 60 MPH though with the first proto-type D&D expansion chamber, a carb upgrade from 16 to 22 MM with K&N and gearing change.

[@hvymax]

That's why I have a KLR. At 6'5" it was the only bike in the showroom with a flat seat so I can ride where I fit.

[@PrimoStracciatella]

The XR650L is taller. :)

[@hvymax]

@@PrimoStracciatella It's not exactly a comfortable ride. Pretty much a dirt bike. Not really an all around.

[@MotoDash1100]

8:05 And this kids is why you don't just assume it's safe to go when a dude is turning right and you can't see. Props to van for stopping and at least demonstrating they saw you after the fact. What's safer in your opinion Burch? Van to: 1. Gun it across once they saw you? Or 2. To stop in the way of both lanes of traffic to assess what the motorcyclist is doing?

[@LifeOfBurch]

Good question…honestly I’m not sure 🤔 I saw that they couldn’t see me and assumed they might pull out, so the safest option I feel like always comes back to the rider’s situational awareness regardless of what the driver does. In this case I think she made the right call by stopping, but if there were a car barreling down the other lane it would’ve been best for her to just gun it, assuming she could do it in a controlled way.

[@Nick-A1]

Man I love finding these baller smaller channels before they blow up. Absolutely great content my dude, have a great day

[@RedLineBandits]

The price is definitely interesting. Been wanting to get into a duel sport.

[@williamwilson6499]

Dual.

[@ShinyUmbreon765]

Its a nice idea to ride to the trails then on them but the gearing and engine mean you gotta stick to the service roads. Still a great bike.

[@stevestretch2978]

Been riding one in Guyana, South America, it's the king of bikes here. I love it, lol. Excited it's come to the states, I'll pick one up at home. It does everything, so much fun.

[@hvymax]

I really like the rack on the back. It's made to be a functional all around bike

[@ivorscruton5121]

Nice beginners bike, much like the Kawasaki KLX 140 with it's 19/17 wheels. My KLX 150 BF is the same as the 140 version, but with 21/18 wheels making it full sized for larger people, it also has inverted forks and dual disk brakes. Good for country roads, not so much for highway use, i would expect the XR 150 would be the same.

[@dad3562]

I like the hand/camera transition from freeway to dealer that was cool.

[@Tarkov.]

This makes the Grom look like a stupid choice lmao. We gonna see grom prices come down or just inflated prices on these?

[@LifeOfBurch]

I think the Grom definitely still has its place in things since it’s a true minimoto, fuel injected, and honestly just a much better build quality. BUT with that said, for someone buying brand new, the XR150 will make their decision on a Grom much more difficult. To your point though, I think this bike is much more “competition” for the Grom than the Navi is. It’ll be interesting to see how things pan out! Also, it doesn’t seem like there’s any dealer markups on these bikes yet (at least where I went), but it’ll be interesting to see how much they get marked up in the used market the way that Navis did when they first released and were impossible to find.

[@mopedmessiah]

Groms are a kinda fun that not much else can come close to

[@pappaclutch3266]

Yeah I’d rather have a Grom then a wack dual sport that’s barely a dual sport lol

[@mopedmessiah]

@@pappaclutch3266 well the dual sport is cool too, its a dope alternative to trying to sumo out a crf110 and make it street legal. Bigger motor, more gears, lil taller for more utility, my only gripe is that its not efi but eh. XR's are tanks. All it needs is some bars and a lil beefier tires, maybe a pipe and such

[@pappaclutch3266]

@@mopedmessiah that thing is wack, the only positive it has is that it gets you out there for cheap

[@banana_bread_at_work]

Been eyeing this bad boy for a few months now. Stoked its hitting floors! Bout to be my first bike

[@mrwoofus]

Just sign the papers and be done with it already! You KNOW you're gonna kick yourself if ya don't. ;)

[@LifeOfBurch]

See now THIS is the kind of peer pressure I need in my life!! 😂🤘🏻

[@mrwoofus]

@@LifeOfBurch That's what I'm here for!

[@quidestnunc9238]

Let me get Honda's XR150L specifications accurate: 1) rear drum brake; 2) no ABS 3) no auto-cancellingurn signals (my POS 2006 Sportster even had them) 4) no stainless braided lines (no surprise there: the Big Four is allergic to them and Ride Testers NEVER mention that) 5) how many gears/speeds? 6) tell me again what the Eurocycles Vegas & Sonoma locations' price is on a Royal Enfield 350cc lump (with a two year new bike warranty)?

[@slept-on_SP]

Honda just needs to drop a grom XL using their 223cc engine that they had on the CRF230L.. Im willing to bet we'll get a larger sized grom sooner or later.

[@jamesgeorge4874]

Looks exactly like a Tao Tao TBR7, the plastics, the gauge cluster, the fuel cap, headlight, rear rack, etc. A head to head shootout between them would be great. I bet they are close in performance, despite the displacement difference.

[@chrispekel5709]

Likely from the same factory

[@jamesgeorge4874]

@@chrispekel5709 There is an obvious quality difference. I bought the TBR7 in 2021. 6000 miles and only a broken throttle cable. It's rough and thrashy compared to the Honda, and the shifting is well, _not like a Honda_ !! But it was delivered to my door for $1300, and it dosen't owe me a thing. Planning on a 400cc / 450cc dual sport from Japan when the right deal on the right bike shows up, my china beater still get around just fine.

[@chrispekel5709]

@@jamesgeorge4874 fair enough! I don't know about these new US import models but the models I rode in Vietnam were all made by a Chinese company under licence for Honda - they even still had Chinese stickers all over the. I assume nothing has changed - except they will likely take the stickers off or make sure they're english only

[@roberleyrodrigues9769]

We've had this bike here in Brazil for a long time, first was the XL or DT from yamaha and now it's named honda Bros, it first released with a 125cc engine, later there was a 150cc version and nowadays it's 160cc and I own one

[@junmadeja2768]

i've been riding my xr150 for more than 6 months now for daily commute to work here in the Philippines..so far so great! installed 2 inches at the front and rear suspension to fit me. Hope you buy it and try to make it more capable bike. New follower here

[@lisforlifer]

Honda should pay the dealership for the miles that you put on that bike, because I'm sure it sold a lot of them. I will be looking for one for sure . Awesome video, thank you

[@arobare1]

My 16 year old wants a bike. Very informative thank you.

[@kurtyoung6769]

Glad you bought it!!!! Please do simple and cheap power upgrades. Silencer delete, spark screen removal under the air filter, blending the weld inside the header pipe and jetting. Two hours and a $7 jet should do it.

[@kanderson8219]

Not downplaying.. but it's basically a cr150.. geared and designed in a dual sport.. specs are very close..drum brake has me sketched but either way nice bike.. Honda xr200 was the first bike I ever rode (back in my day 1998). They'll definitely hold up to whatever you throw at it

[@whatananimal]

I have not been able to ride for a while but my first ride was a ride on a Honda Trail 90. That tells you how long ago that was. A buddy from high school bought one and came down to show it to me. I asked it I could ride to which he said sure. I took off and I was having a blast. Of course not a super bike but a fun one. I was gone for a while so I went ahead and filled the tank. Just as I arrived back to my place they were worried and mentioned they were just about to call the cops to see if I had a problem. I understand that I was gone for a couple of hours. The ride got me hooked. Honda dealers were trying to off the 305 Dreams when I went looking to buy. I was in the showroom talking to the salesman and I noticed another bike in there. It was just coming out. The CB 350. I asked what the difference between the tow was and as it turned out the 350 was barely more money than the 305. No brainer. Guess what I bought. I loved it After all these years sadly it is gone. My brother does motorcycle sculptures. He made me one of my 350. I have it on a shelf in my den. Very accurate details and it is all metal, none of that plastic junk. If someone is curious I will take a photo and post it. He also has done some really old vintage bikes like a early 1900's Henderson.

[@ryedc8674]

Add it dude. I have one in black. Even at 150cc, it's a blast. Have a CBR1000RR and a CB400SF. This little bike still brings a smile on my face everytime I ride it. Edit: saw your other videos that you bought it 😂

[@Y-li]

Rode one of these from saigon to Hanoi in 2020...Great little bike!

[@walterhorn5567]

Drum rear brake… and that rear brake lever, would’ve been sexy in the early 80’s but it’s 2023.

[@mikethomas1559]

Honda made a Fat Cat 200cc with big tires in the 80s. I still have that bike to ride around to neighbors. But that XR is looking nice. I am 65yrs old still enjoying motorcycles

[@brucegraner5901]

This sounds like a perfect competitor to some of the high-end E-bikes that are becoming so popular.

[@Danamaeval]

I just came across your channel by chance because I was looking into videos about the Honda rebel 500 and was thinking about buying one. I was completely blown away when I realized that I recognized a lot of the locations in your videos. I live on the Baltimore side of the Key bridge. Lol. Long story short, I bought the Honda rebel 500 SE and I'm loving it! Cheers, fellow Marylander. 😀

[@user-un4mu1hj5o]

I really like how you put your height as a reference! Nobody ever seems to do that but I'm 6'3" so stuff like that is important when you are out of the "normal" range that everything is built to. I'm in the market for like a 500-750 cruiser bike from the 80s. Good job on the vid. I'd skip the 150 and get something a little faster but that thing does look pretty fun for a beginner. The price isn't too bad either! A kid could mow some lawns and save up for that these days.

[@denmar355]

I can’t tell you how much I had on 150-250cc bikes as a teenager. They are just pure fun and easy to ride. And Hondas are pretty bullet proof.

[@thatguyjd281]

Finally a good English USA review lol seems like a good little bike to add to the stable. Do a budget off road build kinda like your budget navi build