How to start the Honda XR600R XR600

Let me show you the starting procedure for a #honda #xr600r

[@keithwachter7453]

That was very helpful. I recently bought a 95 xr600 and starting it was a pain. Not any more. Funny thing is, the guy who sold it to me didn’t know this trick and he had it for almost 10 years.

[@eddiebones20]

Great instructional video. I had anxiety riding an XR650 (leaking fuel) back (across desert) for a friend thinking if it died, I'd never get it started. It died on its own and after taking a water break, I readied myself for battle. Couple strokes on decomp until TDC, click past and an easy boot it fired up. I had never been happier. Thanks for clarifying this. Been stuck with starting my 450exc on a hot summer day......but that's another story.

[@ORflycaster]

My very first bike was an XR600................and it was WAY before the innerwebs and great instructors like YOU. I think my right leg is still a little bigger decades later! I also learned that if I didn't ride for more than a week, it helped to drain the float bowl before I started my kicking frenzy.

[@thomaswanger8548]

That video helped me so much. I bought a XL600R `86 couple of weeks ago. My first kicker. And I struggled so bad starting. Thanks a lot! Now she's a first kick lady.

[@KarsonNow]

Watch out for kick back. It hurts a lot and you can loose skin at tibia. ☝️🤷‍♂️

[@aximusroh6453]

one click from tdc gets me going on first kick nearly every time on all bikes especially my two bangers. GREAT VIDEO MATE. Cheers from Down Under

[@1dayu2]

that was the best starting dummy explanation I have ever seen. I love it and will use it when I bring y xr650r back to life

[@ricoflex2562]

That was the most beautiful Kickstart I have ever seen

[@RIDERSONLINEORG]

Saw

[@christopherwalker6056]

@@RIDERSONLINEORG no, 'seen' is correct in this case. If he said "that was the most beautiful kickstart I saw", then saw would be correct. But when you add the word 'have' it wouldn't be ".....I have saw.". It's ".....I have SEEN" or "......I have ever SEEN."

[@RIDERSONLINEORG]

@@christopherwalker6056 keep up... They corrected after my comment a month ago.

[@Pobrais]

@@christopherwalker6056 I can’t believe I’m going to comment about this but the teacher in me can’t help it….. You Sir, are correct. It’s called ‘Present Perfect’ which Americans rarely use in the context that rico flex used. (I only came here because I’m interested in getting an old XR. You should see me try and kickstart my old Beemer!)

[@christopherwalker6056]

@@RIDERSONLINEORG Uhhm....okay.

[@swampsofhome]

Jacob! Didn't know this was you until I saw your name on the windscreen. You're my inspiration for riding a 650L in an enduro. Keep spreading the big Honda gospel.

[@seanbrunocarlson9709]

Hey THANX FOR THE LESSON ! I have had 600R for about 30+ years and your way is the best EVER ! it works every time I have been sent to E.R. several times from not having boots on.

[@donatherton9228]

I love the video I use to race back in the 90s I fell in love with the 600 I still have my 93 . I'm from Ohio so we did alot of harescrambles .plus been to blackwater it was crazy. Met Mr 600 Scott Summers there he was the greatest and invited us to Kentucky to ride with him .your videos are awesome thankyou.

[@ValkyrieRider.]

Had a 86 88 and 97 XR600R. Sold the 86 to a friend when I got the 88. Went riding at Brown Mountain in NC and every time we took a break I had to start it for him even after several times of showing him how. Finally I told him I could start it with my hand. He called B.S. Told him bet you 20 Dollars and he jumped on it. He lost his 20 Dollars. Never cold but after warmed up I could start all of them with my hand. Sweet Bikes.

[@emanuelaguilera8327]

Muy buena moto el Xr 600. Como ella dijo, si ella puede, cualquiera puede 👏👏👏. Saludos desde Rosario, Argentina 🇦🇷

[@dpeabodyjr]

Brings back memories of my YZ400f. Easy to start if you did it right. There was the occasional kick back that was like starting a cold 2 stroke 500. I learned to always wear solid shoes when kick staring a four stroke with manual decompression and never kick half heartedly. It’s kind of sad many people today don’t know what we went through to kick start a bike. Especially one of those bikes that has been sitting around for a while and needs a tune up. Keep on kickin’.

[@joski9030]

Every bike will start when it’s right and has the right person kicking it my old man used to kick his husaberg fse 650 with ease and it’s a left kicker aswel

[@johnhansen7499]

Had a XR 500 a long time ago, and if you didn't know the starting procedure, life really sucked, luckily I knew. I remember is that bike was a flameout waiting to happen on the tight trails. I sold it a bought a 1983 Husqvarna CR 500, loved that bike! It was a great trail bike believe it or not.

[@83DrBones]

So great, that your girl starts the xr! You are a good teacher!

[@azzionsmith7187]

She’s brave in crocs that’s crazy any way great vid

[@robrambo6968]

I had my 400R out last weekend. This is the best way ( and only way) to start these bikes. 1 kick when you know how.

[@allistairneil8968]

Love these two. The perfect couple! Best of luck with the fires, dude!

[@MachTuck]

You know your stuff Jacob! Good job girl starting the thumper!

[@chrisgoblin4857]

I used to do the same thing with an XR250 my Dad had a long time ago. Was a similar process to get it started but once you knew it, would fire 1st time without fail. Worked on a TTR125 as well.

[@frankgiroup9469]

Hi, watched your video twice, kicked it 4 times and it runs 4 times. Pre-owner was surprised 😂😂😂 he done it 2 years wrong. Thanks guy! 👍🏻😀☀️

[@dirtcurt1]

So my right knee needed replacement do to a injury and I fought it for a long time. The result was I couldn't kick a kicker bike for about a year. So that meant no 650R KDX220 or my CRM250R to say I was bummed was an understatement. I finally decided to not be defeated and learned how to kick with my left foot. In the process I found the 650R easier to start left footed off the bike. That last 4 inches of stroke under the footpeg is the important part of the process. It's the same process as the 600r and make sure the kickstand is down or you will take the dreaded off balance fall to the outside if she gets away from you. I got a total knee replacement and it's amazing now! I was showing my oldest daughter how to start it and even figured out I can hand start it! She is 6'1" so it was pretty easy for her to get it too.

[@billybobbubbawubba9457]

I am in the same boat. 66 yrs. old, recent knee surgery. Have a young friend who starts his supermoto 600, first kick Looking at a XR 600 that priced right.

[@maryolee8303]

No offense but she needs to host every video you put out. There is no question about it. She is why i KEPT WATCHING THE VIDEO IN THE FIRST PLACE. You are a lucky guy. She lights up the world

[@darius1234ish]

Great video love you guys spirit and nice job on the kick start!!

[@mauriciofuentesfuentes657]

Xr de Honda son leyendas muy buenas saludos amigos desde Chile 🇨🇱

[@brambersig5014]

I wish this video was around 20 yrs ago lol. You guys are awesome,y’all made it look to easy

[@nigelwolfe6150]

you wanted to watch toddlers?

[@richardbenson7264]

Great stuff, I've just bought an 86 model, it needs a bit of work but I'm glad I saw this. Thankyou

[@Wuestenkarsten]

My old Bike!! 86 XR with 17" rear Wheel.....can you still get Offroad Tyres in 17" for it? I changed it in 1989 into 18" to get more Choices on Tyres......

[@ddhh6552]

Very brave with the crocs. My 350 with it's broken decompression device bruised my arch in running shoes lol. I will be trying your trick of getting it just past dead center

[@henryhelen09]

Need more of this on the internet. Awesome. BRAAAAP

[@shebuelben]

Awesome kickstart from your wife! In India, Royal Enfield Bullet had the same tech to start.....lovely

[@garyhoward2490]

I have had a few XR 600s. Still do. Great bikes! I always found that, guys wanted to ride it. So my response has always been..."if you can start it, you can ride it" So I have not had many guys ride them. They usually give up.....without coaching. I call it, the best anti theft device ever. Don't show non-XR people how to start them!!! You are messing up the security system! 😀

[@wyojohn5213]

I love this. If i leave the mountains for the popular bike spots, i always get the goons that tell me xrs are hard to start so they ride this bike or that bike or need electric. I just laugh and kick it once and watch their face.

[@molecapo]

Hola, desde Argentina he visto muchos videos de como encender una XR 600....pero éste es el Mejor video el mejor lejos. Sos un crack..!

[@thra5herxb12s]

Same with all big singles that dont have a linked decompressor. The guy I bought my Ariel 500 from had it for five years, and sold it because it was so hard to start. When he showed my how to start it, I got the impression that he didn't have the slightest idea. He swung blindly at it for about 10 kicks before he was dripping with sweat and gave up. I took the plug out and dried it, and started it first kick.

[@ticklefritz5406]

Let's not kid ourselves, you're a stud dude.

[@bikemancody2752]

Been loving my T7 too

[@kiml85]

Helps a lot having a properly tuned carb. I have an XR650R and it was a bear to cold start with the stock carb when I bought it, even with the correct starting procedure. I've since upgraded my carb and it starts first kick whether cold or hot.

[@ThorKarlsson]

What carb upgrade did you get?

[@bjohnson1489]

My cr 500 be gone😊

[@robertandersson2523]

Haha... I was so worried for her ankle. We have all been there.

[@TheBlackwizzards]

Without boots i would not take a risk to kick it

[@Joselito9779]

Great! regards from the Dominican Republic, nice video, very nice peoples.

[@duncsnat5884]

Nice XR mate. I pretty much grew up on XRs. I Wish they still made them.

[@smokesandalloy9487]

You guys are adorable, and the puppy too. Good video for the big thumpers.

[@douglasheller1260]

Her smile makes me smile!

[@jimmyjazz1186]

God bless you & Monica forever.Great to see you

[@bibints]

I love that little dog...😍😍

[@dusanpavlik8947]

Krásne Beštie 👍👍👍

[@joshualuk]

I have an XL600R 1986 I have a weak right leg and have trouble starting the bike, it runs excellent my friend started it. I watched how you helped your wife and she does a great job. I'm going to follow through with your technique and finally start my bike.

[@lmbear]

I wish I would have known this shit when I was 13 and riding my '87 XL600. I'd have to try it first to believe it though..

[@addicttraveller1404]

Wow, a great couple👍

[@mrolsen6987]

Awesome video! Wery informative 👌 I remember exactly how it was before I got a hang of how to do it, I had a KTM 525sx. *And Yeah, Cheers from Northern Sweden 🍻

[@foxbodystang8587]

That girl does not miss leg day!

[@tahirusman5929]

That XRs lookin good

[@klx400sr69]

love the Tenere!

[@rclmxshift]

I have always liked the XR line of bikes. Those things are almost indestructible.

[@dmitrymenshov8694]

Wonderful couple! Be well and good luck in everything =)

[@voovoo5467]

Love to see you try n start my yam tt600 in crocs!!

[@kw4690]

My 88 xr600 needed the choke first thing also. When it was warm you could kick it in any position. Also very easy to bump start.

[@stefanwolf1603]

Super good. Thank you 👍👏

[@vrtmk]

Thank you dude!

[@brianraymer5542]

Thank you so much< 1995 xr600 Which I own...starts right up! WOW IT'S SO EASY NOW....I HAVE A 96 CR250 AND CRF450R 08..PRETTY easy to start Xr600 is just as easy to start now...sincerely Brian

[@davestrain9529]

Love the Vids!

[@max-jq3ru]

Really lucky guy!!! And a great bike too !!

[@Doobie2100]

She’s Awesome!!! Great Video!!!

[@RonTimmonsM1]

Lucky guy... That's all I have to say about that.👍😎💯

[@ShPekmaster]

Yes I wish i had Tenere 700 too.

[@williamgannon6132]

That dirt bike has a thicc back tire if u know what I'm sayin

[@rastastorr8342]

@@williamgannon6132 extra thick 😆

[@one_up907]

Tryna ask him how much is it to hire his wife to start 650s

[@royaltechtravelkerala5761]

I am from India (Kerala ) I am a big fan of yours

[@gabepim4588]

That bike is mad nice

[@vincentrusso4332]

What a gorgeous machine..

[@megastick9324]

My wife used to kick start her Harley 1977 XLCH Sporster for years. Drew a crowd at every place we stopped. She would put her knee on the seat to kick. Now we are old and she has an elec start bike. ... a modern 1982 FXR.

[@dufensmertz1]

Having owned 2 XT500s and a TT500 I know the starting procedure well. It's also a good deterrent for those wanting to ride your bike . I used to say if you can start it you can ride it.. Decompression lever also makes it easy to bump start when flooded .. If on a hill I always bump start my XR600R.

[@ValkyrieRider.]

Brand new 1981 TT500 is how I learned the procedure to starting the big 4 strokes. After not being able to walk for a week I figured it out.

[@ildizastro]

Ha!!! If you can start it, you can ride it is also my motto.

[@BudFox559]

Great Vid

[@uni-byte]

I had one for 10 years. Had no trouble starting it. Didn't even need to use the compression release. This bike started any time every time, even if you dropped it on the left side .. unlike the XR400R.

[@stivtok53leon64]

This bike is mi favorite💎Only the one who has had this bike, save what it is, it gave me very good experiences for other motorcycles😍😍😍😍

[@JoshuaDomoslai]

Nice video! Hope this works the same as an xr400. I just picked up an 01 that is minty looking. But I’ve been spoiled the quite some years with e-start. And even the bikes I’ve owned prior that were kick only have been simple (mx bikes).

[@arielcruztorres1962]

Nice bike men I have one by 1995 80 cc look like this, thanks for sharing the video 👍🏼💪💪💪

[@nicksgorrano7450]

Had a 1989 xr600 had 2 owners absolutely beautiful and indestructible bike wish I hadn’t sold it. One where of the first thing I did when I got was my friend that he clicked on the starting routine video and that was truly a lifesaver but

[@fastguysslowbikes]

They sure are not indestructible. The transmission is made of cheese.

[@Steff320i]

That bike is so legendary.

[@k.w.churchill4397]

I had a XR 250l 95....when i would lay it over dirt riding, it was always terrible to start. Cold it was not problem. Im sure this knowledge would have helped a lot !

[@Lanman9990]

Exactly how I start my 95 XR600R, and my 86 XR600R. The 85-87 do not have the anti kickback mechanism on the cam, and when they kickback, WOW!

[@jarrettbrown9990]

She is beautiful and likes riding motorcycles! Awesome that you both have something you can do as a couple.

[@jarrettbrown9990]

BTW, Will watch every video she is in.

[@williamfabiano543]

Sick bike

[@fredgien]

Lovely couple!!

[@FrankA-973]

Awesome ride 😎 the bikes are nice too ...

[@stoneybell6176]

Prob 2 weeks top on my 93 xr600r restoration. My air intake box has a muffler burn in the bottom had to duct tape it for know, can’t find a replacement yet. But I’m excited to get the beast back out of retirement and show its original owner. I am the third owner second owner couldn’t start it is how I acquired it. It been a long process from start to finish.

[@emirriva5471]

Excelente las dos motocicletas,muy buen video, felicitaciones y muchas bendiciones 🙏 si, saludos desde Perú ok

[@apostolostsiapourlianos7889]

GREAT VIDEO MY FRIEND. GREETINGS FROM GREECE.

[@AliGArauz]

Beautifully

[@noel1774]

Really nice bike...

[@matteo2534]

Il cagnolino ha uno sguardo che sembra dire "ragazza sei sicura di quello che fai?" Bravissima!

[@brianjones6500]

it's my opinion; you did operate a machine. You kicked and in /fact sparked/ a 6 hundred R and demonstrated life on breath. I respect what you narrated at the 600. I respect that what you did to that machine cancels normal and restores hope. Keep riding. When you do ride I assume your big ass front wheel is lower than your rear wheel. I assume your right hand is rotated to full open as your rear wheel screams...give me more right hand rotations. Tuck get low draft win.

[@killersandwitch526]

Just picked up a 95 XR600R in Sedona 💯 Luckily the guy I bought it from knew about this procedure.

[@fastguysslowbikes]

Ride it over the devils bridge!

[@killersandwitch526]

@@fastguysslowbikes hell yeah 🤘

[@Townchild1]

In 1988 this my second Bike from the USA. In Germany was the XR 600R very rar.

[@kz1000guy1]

I almost start my xl600 the same way. I never realized I should go down after releasing compression. I always tried to find that sweet spot. I guess thats why it mostly started on the second kick though. Lol

[@simonmears1726]

Had a xr 400 factory jetted lean hard starting once U go bigger pilot big difference in starting bike get piston to top through kick starter choke on 💥 boom U have lift off

[@escott1140]

Now I find this video🤦‍♂️😫 Thanks for sharing bro👍

[@donniegardner6294]

I just recently came across your channel and gave you guys a sub. Love the videos. I heard you mention south county Honda a few times. That’s not too far from me. Just got back into riding again about a year and a half ago. I know you probably won’t give out any good spots to ride but just curious where else I could go besides north port. Just too much b.s going on out there lately and croon is a bit of a haul for me to only ride for a half a day. Again love the channel. Keep it up!

[@fastguysslowbikes]

There is nowhere to ride around here. That's why we just go race

[@julianhuertas8909]

Awesome vid, i have a 1984 xl 600

[@MxRyder19]

Its this starter that started the #MeeToo 😂 Usefull video guys! 👍

[@spyder000069]

My xr250R was very similar except before starting you would rotate the thumb idle screw about 3/4 a turn to bump the idle up. Then after it warms up you turn it back down. However, if the bike was hot and you shut it off. God help you. You get one or two chances to do it right and if you miss it then you will be kicking and cussing at the same time. That bike was "For Sale" so many times in my head but every time she fired up she was your sweatheart.

[@jaymccurdy6493]

HONDA XR awesome bikes. I showed this to my wife she starts my XR with ease.

[@codenamenoob4973]

You have an 88 xr600 we gotta see that bad boy! 😁 There's a starting procidure to my 660 which has the Kickstarter on the left side funny enough and you hear the same problems that they're "impossible to start" but it's the same as yours piece of cake 👌

[@adildewji]

Thank you!

[@ver9210]

i love this bike honda xr600R

[@ak__is95]

massive motorcycle.