How To Start a Honda XR650R // In Depth

[@thetheoss7429]

Why did I just watch this I don’t even have one lol

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Because it's so soothing.

[@djleg3ndCore]

Same😂

[@nickg2431]

SECRETLY YOU LONG FOR AN XR LIKE WE LONG FOR A "WILD WOMAN""!!! LOL

[@edjacobson8480]

You must want one, so get it. You'll have some fun.

[@alexrudner5548]

Made me laugh ,me too. Bit I like this bike. May be when I grow

[@fragglevooper]

Awesome bike I’ve owned two. I wish Honda put more into this bike, imagine if we got an e start, fuel injection and a hydraulic clutch......

[@Maxpower4908]

Great video. I never really have to clear mine out. Once I installed the 68S pilot jet, it fired first Kick every time. The one difference that I notice between me and other people who struggle to start my bike is the follow through. They stop short of the Kickstarter bottoming out. I think that’s a habit developed from starting 2 strokes. Give it a swift kick and bottom that kicker out. She will lite.

[@torihatter52]

Ha holy shit I had the same problem for a long time and I couldent figure out where I got that habbit from.

[@stiritup4663]

I make sure I crash on hills so I can bump start it.

[@buckwheat7424]

i had an 81 500r i think it was a 4 speed, it had power to from a dead start in 4th to roost a trench. anyway. i got with the kick starter shaft broken off at the case. every one was trying to push start it like 2 stroke. and not starting it. when they were gone i put it in 2nd gear, pulled the comp release and started to walk with it then just barely over a walking speed, let go of comp lever and it's start right up. so easy. that bike it didn't make any difference on how high the idle was, going through a sandy dip, it'd die all the time. i'd have to push it out.

[@ozbulitsinces1996]

Nice one mate 👍 I like to pull the decomp and kick until it backfires then start the normal starting procedure

[@wirebrush]

If you have factory cam and the auto decompression works as it should then there is no need to use the decompression lever except to clear it out. Letting the kickstart lever all the way to the top of it's travel engages the auto decompression. I can start mine in one or two kicks while seated. Just have to make sure you let the kick lever top out all the way up. Don't short stroke it.

[@downunderthunder5468]

Thank you so much! I ride the 2002 XR 250R and the compression on it is out of this world, like a tank. Every time I stall it floods. If I fall over it really floods. I sure hope this method works I got stuck on a very steep trail last week and back flipped with serious flooding 20 kicks later it finally started. I am going riding 2 days from now and will update how your instruction works. 54 Strong but really hurts my knee!

[@TwoWheelsAdventures]

Just got BRP - we are modifying it a bit (and servicing) but I can't wait to try your technique :) You explained it well :)

[@NewDisciple]

Reminds me of a brand new Yamaha TT500 I bought in the late 70's. My greatest fear was tipping it over. I would more or less do the same things he just did. Although there didn't seem to be any pattern to how many times you had to turn it over with the decompression lever in order to get it running. Sometimes you just had to get off of it and sit down for 15 minutes. I wonder how well this works on other XR650R's and just not his. That was the other thing about motorcycles when I first started out, no two of the same make and brand worked the same. My friend who I rode with had the exact same model and it worked differently than mine. As the years passed I was amazed at how much dirt bikes improved. Although I'm nearly 70 I'm still playing in the dirt and am looking forward to purchasing a new bike this summer.

[@peterbalac1915]

I remember motocrossing in the 80s I had a 510 husqvarna 4 stroke it would sometimes cut out mid race by the time I got it started on a hot day I couldn't see for sweat where I was going. There used to be KTM 500 four strokes leant up against trees or posts round the track when they had cut out didn't matter what you did they wouldn't start till they cooled down. I've recently sold my XR650R I hunted high and low to find a minter in dirt trim I was going to keep it as there a great investment but I knew I could never ride it like I stole it anymore, a collector bought it I do regret selling it but at least I had one . Rode it a few times still a show off wheelies everywhere wasent worth losing my licence at 65, it had an Edlbrock pumper carb finicky job starting it cold but even on the hottest day when bike was hot it would start ist kick, glad to hear yr still riding stay safe bud 🤙

[@clivegreenall309]

I had a Yamaha XT500 in the '80s. It also had a decompression system and a sight glass to show TDC. Seems that technology doesn't change so much at times. Thanks for sharing and greetings from S Africa.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Great advice! ....exactly what I do....works every time! Steve

[@Sertao2013]

If you add a electric start do you need to go through the decompression steps . For example cranking it for a few seconds while the decompression is pulled ? If you have electric start added should you try to start the bike when the decompression is pulled ?

[@californicationendlesssumm2811]

4:31 nice little fart

[@ulifehr5357]

😂😂😂😂

[@awbonfanti]

i didnt't understand why to open throttle and kick 10times... i always start my xl6 without any effort, i'm going to buy this 650r in few days and your tutorial surprises me a lot! i've always seen starting big bores 4stroke without any use of throttle..

[@TheJMRChannel]

You only do that procedure when the bike is "flooded", doing this procedure clears any excess gas from the cylinder to it can start like normal.

[@awbonfanti]

@@TheJMRChannel now i get it mate! thanks a lot, i'll surely need that trick. have an hardcore day!

[@brentblackwolf6325]

@@TheJMRChannel Doesn't more fuel get sucked in doing that? Should i close the tank valve? I have an xl 600 rm which after leaving 1 month alone doesn't start anymore

[@TheJMRChannel]

@@brentblackwolf6325 If the motor is not running then no, only time it will is if you have an accelerator pump in the carb and even if there is one its just a quick squirt of gas.

[@brentblackwolf6325]

@@TheJMRChannel So the gas getting pumped out is way more of what gets sucked in? Anyway it worked! Did it 20 times instead of ten and used the electric starter after recharging the battery and it worked! Thank you a loit for the advice, it's a very helpful trick

[@hphillips7425]

Good video. I am spoiled I only had to start a 200 and 125 2/stroke

[@IncertoTempore]

you saved me a lot of sweat man!

[@evanstreets8830]

Thanks for the info mate , what is the best road and trail riding gearing for these bikes

[@DayanEngineeringWorks]

Dude can you upload a video about your headlight system?

[@ozbulitsinces1996]

If it flooded kick it about 10 time with decomp in i like to do it until it back fires then start with the procedure you dont open the throttle that will just add more fuel

[@joedart2932]

Very well explained. Is there any kind of computer on that bike that you know of? Like on a drz400 for example.. under the seat.

[@mperhaps]

Please share details of those bad ass head lights. Where do I get them? Did you have to re-wire the lighting coil?

[@TheJMRChannel]

You can get them through baja designs, you have to call for them though as I couldn't find them on their website anymore, they are called the dual squadron XL race light, they run around $900 and draw about 80 watts from the bike. I have the trial tech stator in my bike which puts a total of 200 watt output (two 100 watt outputs) there are many options for this and baja designs can tell you all of them including trail techs, call and ask for Diego and you can even mention my name and video.

[@mmm4638]

The JMR Channel building an adventure bike for south America expedition these tips are priceless thanks!

[@rabbit3502]

Hell yes, thank you!!!

[@robertmuller6655]

That's correct dude, well done

[@hodaka1000]

I have an SR 500 Yamaha, with a 10 to 1 piston, and its much the same. I always roll it over a few times for good measure with the decompresser lever pulled in to clear/prim it, then find compression and using the lever again move it just past compression, this gives you a full turn without hitting compression part way around when you kick it.

[@lluwd]

yeah, I'm not a fan of how difficult a yz426 can be to start. Hot starts are ridiculous.

[@alabaster4263]

Thanks for reminding me how much I love a push button and fuel injection

[@CatarineausArmory]

Yea but I just push the button on the 650L. It is best to pull on that choke lever a little first...

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Same name but very, very different bike.

[@juangerardofernandez886]

I have a 1987 XR600R and I can't kick start. sometimes it turns on randomly. I have to push it to turn on. I have already seen many videos and tutorials on youtube and none have worked for me. any recommendation or suggestion

[@pilwar]

Thank you bro!

[@jakestech28]

I never use my Decompression lever, maybe mine is just that tuned :D

[@Bush_Tucker]

Maybe it's due for a rebuild then, just did a top end on mine and without that decomp lever you can stand on the kickstart. The kickstart will snap before it passes tdc

[@hodaka1000]

@@Bush_Tucker That's what I was going to say! Maybe he's due for a rebuild.

[@hodaka1000]

@@Bush_Tucker I'm near Grafton. Where are you?

[@Bush_Tucker]

@@hodaka1000 wa

[@williamfisk4841]

What is your light setup?

[@jimt7851]

Thank you very much Sir.

[@vaughndrew852]

I start my xr650r with out touching the decompression lever I can start it first kick barefoot I wish I still owned it to show every one how simple the are to start barefoot a wr400 is 100 time harder to start when it comes to compression

[@tedtalour6414]

This seems like a troll because you are lucky you have a foot if you're starting that barefoot.

[@vaughndrew852]

@@tedtalour6414 peace a piss ta start

[@tedtalour6414]

@@vaughndrew852 That's good, I am just glad it didn't kick back on your foot is all, that would suck. I've heard of people breaking bones with boots on.

[@TN_HondaDad]

Nice garage!

[@flatblackandy]

screw the starting, I wanna see these lights in action. still think I'm going to go with the led cyclops rally light because its about half the price, but damn do those pods look nice.

[@0xsergy]

holy fuck, i thought the cyclops was expensive. they're just pods, how could they cost that much

[@flatblackandy]

0xsergy baja Design’s is quality stuff, that’s why a lot of desert racers use them. Life time warranty, made in USA, and usually has way more light output than competitors.

[@merlinarias9049]

Thanks for the advice. Works good.

[@juniorsprenkle1364]

Do I need the decopression lever on the bike bc I'm rebilleding one an mine does not have one?

[@traditionalthatchroofsbuil5503]

Any tips on how to start xr650r with a edelbrock quicksilver carb has 19e needle. I've followed your video and it just won't take if I spray quick start into the back of the airbox it will start up.

[@dragontakeout3423]

will this also work on a xl600r? some people say only use the choke and no gas.

[@abuwjandal9816]

Thanks buddy... How much it cost?? (Xr600)

[@ronanrogers4127]

Is this bike running the standard carb, or a pumper?

[@justinrentz9878]

Thats what i was wondering. Put a mikuni 40mm on my 650r and im having trouble with it idling low or high. There's no in between

[@ildeupereirarocha2482]

Hi Jacob, what about Choque position??

[@swirl3116]

why did i watch this when i know how already

[@AkJohn74]

What kind of headlights are those

[@mr.sharik]

Hi man. I have a question - my XRR with stock carb CANT be started with full choke. Half choke first, second kick. Switching to full choke imidietly kills bike. When I start it on half choke I need to hold a little throttle for a several seconds or bike would stall and die. After that it runs nice. When warm it works great. Is it normal?

[@TheJMRChannel]

I would take in consideration a couple things. First is depending on how warm it is where you are at it might not need full choke, like me I live near the desert so its been hot lately so I've been firing her up most of the time first kick at half choke. During riding season though when its colder I'm doing full choke. The other thing is you might want to check your jetting, ride your bike like you normally would and then let it cool down and pull your spark plug, if the tip of the plug is chocolate brown then you are jetted perfectly. If it is looking black then you are jetted a little rich (Too much fuel not enough air) if the tip is grey or white then you are jetting too lean (too much air not enough fuel, this is really bad for the bike as it causes it to run really hot) Also if your bike has been sitting for awhile it might be worth just doing a quick carb clean and clean out all the jets.

[@TeamPistelak]

Legit!

[@Nome-z9v]

You have any experience or idea how to start a XR600R..? thanks

[@TheJMRChannel]

I personally don't have one, I would imagine its a similar process but I do have a friend that is had one for a very very long time so I'll ask him next time I see him at the races

[@johnnygabriel4730]

The XR is Soo hard to start that it needed a tutorial

[@543helge]

How hard can it be? Dont't understand that "10 kicking" shit! My bike starts at the first kick after a year with no run. Oil change when ya aint gonna use the bike for a 6 months and no old petrol when ya gonna start is da shit . ;-)

[@kinttr6761]

Should i buy a WR450F or XR650R?

[@TheJMRChannel]

Depends what you want to do with it, I personally love the 650r over the WR, but they are pretty different bikes

[@pearsoncleghorn8799]

What front lights are these?

[@TheJMRChannel]

Baja Designs - Dual Squadron XL Pros

[@chekoibarra3326]

I follow all the steps and have no luck. it starts for like 2 seconds and then turns off. what I found my bike has no decompression release

[@chekoibarra3326]

maybe i need a new startor?? I change oil . oil filter, put a new spark plug idk what could be wrong with it

[@TheJMRChannel]

Two things: One it should have a decompression release lever, if not you should definitely get on and a cable to run the line to it, this is a major part in starting that bike, also make sure you have the XR650R and not the L model as the L model is a trail bike and completely different. The second thing is if your bike sat for awhile the pilot jet in your carb could be clogged which would explain it not idling, you could also try running the choke lever in a couple different positions either all the way on or even just half way on sometimes gives you more success when your bike is at a weird temperature.

[@chekoibarra3326]

Jacob Michna got it running today. as I told you earlier my bike doesn't have the compression cable so I used my hand to pull it butwasn't pulling it all the way up . so i made my self a cable to pull it and followed all the steps and got my bike running. thanks for your help 🤝🤝🤝🤝

[@hengli8425]

good

[@chrisbee7876]

price please

[@TheJMRChannel]

What did you want a price of? Light set up = $874.95. Bike = $2k

[@chrisbee7876]

I need that bike real Mr

[@stupidweavecx2728]

we cant see the bike

[@awbonfanti]

search for xr650r on the web lazyboy

[@ildeupereirarocha2482]

Sorry. Find out, I get it. Thank you.

[@MrDukeofearls]

One kick (20 kicks later) it’s a one kick bike 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 that means it’s not jetted correctly.