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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle
and should remain with the motorcycle when it is resold.
This publication includes the latest production information available
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changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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  • Page 1 This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
  • Page 2 The following codes in this manual indicate Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a each country. ● Honda makes you part of a worldwide family The illustrations here in are based on the of satisfied customers who appreciate XR150LEK SA type.
  • Page 3 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER important. Operating this motorcycle safely is You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY an important responsibility. HURT if you don’t follow instructions. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating WARNING procedures and other information on safety...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 35 Troubleshooting P. 82 Information P. 97 Specifications P. 108 Index P. 111...

  • Page 5: Motorcycle Safety

    Motorcycle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines .........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 10 Riding Precautions ........P. 11 Accessories & Modifications......P. 14 Off-Road Safety..........P. 15 Loading ............P.

  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective Follow these guidelines to ensure your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding ● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rail or your waist, leaning with specified in this manual.
  • Page 7 Don’t drink and ride, and don’t let your friends drink and ride either. Be Alert for Off-road Hazards Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition The terrain can be present a variety of challenges when you ride off-road. It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly Continually “read”...
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines If You are Involved in a Crash Carbon Monoxide Hazard Personal safety is your first priority. If you or Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, anyone else has been injured, take time to a colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon assess the severity of the injuries and whether it monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and is safe to continue riding.

  • Page 9: Image Labels

    Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious Read instructions contained in Shop injury. Others provide important safety Manual carefully. In the interest of safety, information.

  • Page 10: Image Labels

    Image Labels BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when handling the battery, or you can get burned or lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
  • Page 11 Image Labels XL125LEK REAR CUSHION LABEL GAS FILLED Do not open. Do not heat. XL125LEK TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm , 22 psi) Rear 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm , 22 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 150 kPa (1.50 kgf/cm , 22 psi)
  • Page 12 Image Labels XL125LEK SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only XL125LEK DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Keep chain adjusted and lubricated. 20 to 30 mm (0.8 to 1.2 in) Freeplay XL125LEK CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 5.0kg (11.0 lb)

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection. ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the WARNING handlebar and feet on the footpegs. ● Keep passenger’s hands on the grab rail or Not wearing a helmet increases the your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs chance of serious injury or death in a...

  • Page 14: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions ❙ Riding Precautions Additional Off-road Gear On-road apparel may also be suitable for casual off-road riding. But if you plan on any serious Running-in Period off-road riding you will need more serious During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, off-road gear.

  • Page 15: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions ❙ Engine Braking Brakes Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle Observe the following guidelines: down when you release the throttle. For further ● Avoid excessively hard braking and down- slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use shifts. engine braking with intermittent use of the Sudden braking can reduce the brakes to reduce speed when descending long,...
  • Page 16 Riding Precautions ● Make sure that high-temperature parts Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines cannot come into contact with flammable Follow these guidelines to protect the engine: materials. ● Use only unleaded petrol. ● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes and ●...

  • Page 17: Accessories & Modifications

    Honda or make modifications to your motorcycle from its Follow all instructions in this owner’s original design. Doing so can make it unsafe.

  • Page 18: Off-Road Safety

    Off-Road Safety Off-Road Safety ● Muffler is required in most off-road areas. Don’t modify your exhaust system. Learn to ride in an uncongested off-road area Remember that excessive noise bothers free of obstacles before venturing onto everyone and creates a bad image for unfamiliar terrain.

  • Page 19: Loading

    Loading Loading Also follow these guidelines when you ride off-road on rough terrain: ● ● Carrying extra weight affects your Do not carry a passenger. ● motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability. Keep cargo small and light weight. Always ride at a safe speed for the load you Maximum weight on rear carrier P.

  • Page 21: Operation Guide

    Basic Operation Flow ❙ (P41) Pre-ride Inspection ❙ Acceleration Carefully inspect your motorcycle to make sure that it is safe to ride. Apply throttle gradually. Obey the speed limit. ❙ (P31) Shift change ❙ Starting the Engine (P29) Start and warm the engine. ❙...
  • Page 22 ❙ ❙ Parking (P12) Braking Close the throttle and apply the Park on a firm level surface. front and rear brakes together. Use the stand, and lock the The brake lights will indicate that steering. you have applied the brakes. ❙...
  • Page 23 Parts Location XL125LEK Seat (P53) (P32) Fuel fill cap (P63) Front brake lever (P81) Headlight Throttle grip (P79) Kickstarter (P29) (P56) Spark plug (P58) Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P65) Rear brake pedal...
  • Page 24 Clutch lever (P76) Fuel valve (P28) (P29) Choke lever Battery (P55) (P95) Fuse box Main fuse (P96) Helmet holder (P34) (P72) Drive chain (P80) Crankcase breather Side stand (P70) Engine oil drain bolt (P59) (P31) Shift lever...
  • Page 25 Parts Location Except XL125LEK Seat (P53) (P32) Fuel fill cap Front brake fluid reservoir (P61) (P81) Headlight Throttle grip (P79) (P29) Kickstarter (P56) Spark plug Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P58) (P65) Rear brake pedal...
  • Page 26 Clutch lever (P76) Fuel valve (P28) (P29) Choke lever Battery (P55) (P95) Fuse box Main fuse (P96) Helmet holder (P34) (P72) Drive chain (P80) Crankcase breather Side stand (P70) Engine oil drain bolt (P59) (P31) Shift lever...
  • Page 27 Instruments/Indicators Speedometer This shows your speed in kilometer per hour (km/h). Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral. High beam indicator Turn signal indicator Odometer Total distance ridden. Tripmeter Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset.
  • Page 28 Tripmeter reset knob The tripmeter reset knob is used to reset the tripmeter to zero (0) by turning the knob in the direction shown in the illustration.
  • Page 29 Switches Start button Turn signal switch Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off. Horn button Headlight dimmer switch • : High beam • : Low beam...

  • Page 30: Steering Lock

    Turns electrical system on for Ignition Switch starting/riding. Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering. Turns engine off. Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position. LOCK Locks steering. ❙ Steering Lock Locking Lock the steering when parking to help Turn the handlebar all the way to the left.

  • Page 31: Fuel Valve

    Fuel Valve The three-way fuel valve is used to control the flow of fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor. ON: normal position for riding. OFF: for parking, storing, or transportation. RES: for extra fuel to get to a gas station for refuelling.

  • Page 32: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Start your engine using the following To restart a warm engine, follow the procedure, regardless of whether the engine procedure for “Warm Engine.” is cold or warm. NOTICE • Extended fast idling and revving the engine can damage the engine, and the exhaust system.
  • Page 33 Starting the Engine Warm Engine: Pull the choke lever up all the way to fully Do not use the choke. Using the start button Start the engine following step 1-3 and 5 With the throttle 1/8 to 1/4 open, press the under “Cold Engine”.

  • Page 34: Shifting Gears

    Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has five forward gears in a one-down, four-up shift pattern. XR150LEK-NZ type If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 35 Refuelling ❙ Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines (P13) Fuel fill cap Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Ignition key Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, and turn it clockwise to open the fuel fill cap. Lock cover Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed until it locks.
  • Page 36 Storage Equipment Document bag is located under the seat. Tool kit is in the tool box behind the left side Tool kit cover. Document bag Ignition key Tool box Rear carrier Never exceed the maximum weight limit. Insert the ignition key and turn it counterclockwise to unlock.
  • Page 37 Storage Equipment Helmet holder is located below the left side Use the helmet holder only when parked. cover. WARNING Helmet holder Holder pin Riding with a helmet attached to the holder can interfere with the rear wheel or suspension and could cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ..... P. 36 Drive Chain ..........P. 72 Maintenance Schedule ......P. 37 Clutch ............P. 76 Maintenance Fundamentals ..... P. 41 Throttle ............P.

  • Page 39: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure that protect your investment, obtain maximum you have the tools, parts, and skills required. performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air We cannot warn you of every conceivable pollution.

  • Page 40: Maintenance Schedule

    Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer should equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all road test your motorcycle after each periodic of these requirements. Keep an accurate maintenance is carried out.

  • Page 41: Maintenance Schedule

    : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Replace Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Lubricate : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle : Clean serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 42 Maintenance Schedule Odometer Reading* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 41 × 1,000 mi 10 12.5 15 Engine Idle Speed – Secondary Air Supply System* – Secondary Air Supply Pair Filter* 3 Years –...
  • Page 43 Maintenance Schedule Odometer Reading* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 41 × 1,000 mi 10 12.5 15 Side Stand (XR150LEK-NZ type Only) Side Stand 70, 71 (Except XR150LEK-NZ type) Suspension – Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners* –...

  • Page 44: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Maintenance Fundamentals ● Brakes-Check operation; Pre-ride Inspection XL125LEK To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to Front and Rear: check shoes wear ( P. 68) perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure and freeplay, adjust if necessary. that any problem you find is corrected. A pre- P.
  • Page 45 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts WARNING Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may make equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. your motorcycle unsafe and cause a When ordering coloured components, specify crash in which you can be seriously the model name, colour, and code mentioned hurt or killed.
  • Page 46 Maintenance Fundamentals Battery WARNING Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the battery hydrogen gas during normal electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the operation. battery terminals if they become dirty or corroded.
  • Page 47 NOTICE NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.
  • Page 48 For recommended engine oil, see Conserving” or ”Resource Conserving” on the “Specifications.” P. 110 circular API service symbol. If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: ● JASO T 903 standard* : MA ●...
  • Page 49 NOTICE Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Recommended brake fluid: Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid or Damaged Normal Worn (GOOD) (REPLACE)
  • Page 50 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Cleaning and Lubricating Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a petrol and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain dry cloth with chain cleaner designed cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically specifically for O-ring chains, or neutral...
  • Page 51 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting for Damage Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) Inspect the tyres for ❙ Checking the Air Pressure cuts, slits, or cracks Visually inspect your tyres and use an air that exposes fabric or pressure gauge to measure the air pressure cords, or nails or other before each off-road ride and whenever you foreign objects...
  • Page 52 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting Tread Depth WARNING Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become visible, replace the tyres immediately. Riding on tyres that are excessively For safe riding, you should replace the tyres worn or improperly inflated can cause when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 53 Maintenance Fundamentals Have your tyres replaced by your dealer. WARNING For recommended tyres, air pressure and minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.” Installing improper tyres on your P. 109 motorcycle can adversely affect Follow these guidelines whenever you replace handling and stability, and can cause a tyres.
  • Page 54 Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type air cleaner element. Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can degrade the viscous element performance and cause the intake of dust. Do not perform the maintenance. Should be serviced by your dealer.

  • Page 55: Tool Kit

    Tool kit The tool kit is stored in the tool box. P. 33 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in the kit. ● Spark plug wrench ● 10 × 12 mm Open end wrench ●...

  • Page 56: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Seat The seat must be removed to access the owner's manual. ❙ Front recesses Removal Bolt Seat 1. Remove both side covers. P. 54 Collar 2. Remove the bolts and collars. 3. Pull the seat back and up. Collar ❙...

  • Page 57: Side Cover

    Removing & Installing Body Components Side Cover Side Cover The right and left side covers can be removed in the same way. The left side cover must be removed for ❙ Removal battery and fuse maintenance. The right and left side covers must be 1.

  • Page 58: Battery

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery ❙ Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is off. Negative terminal 1. Remove the left side cover. P. 54 2. Remove the bolt and collar. Battery 3. Remove the battery holder. 4. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.

  • Page 59: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug Spark plug cap For the recommended spark plug, see “Specifications.” P. 110 Use only the recommended type of spark plug in the recommended heat range. NOTICE Using spark plugs with an improper heat range can cause engine damage.
  • Page 60 Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug 5. Check the spark plug gap using a wire- 8. Tighten the spark plug: ● type feeler gauge. If the old plug is good: If adjustment is necessary, bend the 1/8 turn after it seats. side electrode carefully.

  • Page 61: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Upper level 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the engine and wait 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Place your motorcycle in an upright Lower level position on a firm, level surface.

  • Page 62: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil NOTICE Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can If the engine oil is below or near the lower cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different brands level mark, add the recommended engine oil. and grades of oil.
  • Page 63 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil 3. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the 7. Fill the crankcase with the recommended engine and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. oil ( P. 45) and install the oil fill cap/ 4. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt. dipstick.

  • Page 64: Brakes

    Brakes Checking the Front Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is below the LOWER level mark or the brake Except XL125LEK lever freeplay becomes excessive, inspect the 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright brake pads for wear. If the brake pads are position on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 65 Brakes Inspecting the Front Brake Pads Inspecting the Front Brake Pads 1. Inspect the brake pads from in front of the brake caliper. Except XL125LEK If necessary have the pads replaced by your Check the condition of the brake pad wear dealer.
  • Page 66 Brakes Inspecting the Front Brake Lever Freeplay Inspecting the Front Brake Check the brake cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your Lever Freeplay dealer. Lubricate the brake cable with a XL125LEK commercially available cable lubricant to 1.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Front Brake Lever

    Brakes Adjusting the Front Brake Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Front Brake Lever Freeplay XL125LEK Adjust the freeplay of the brake lever with the front wheel pointed straight ahead. Brake arm pin Make sure the cut-out on the adjusting nut is seated on the brake arm pin when adjusting Decrease the freeplay.

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Rear Brake Pedal

    Brakes Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Height Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Push Brake arm pin Height Brake arm The stopper bolt is provided to allow adjustment of the pedal height. 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 69 Brakes Inspecting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay Inspecting the Rear Brake Pedal Make sure the brake rod, brake arm, spring and fastener are in good condition. Freeplay 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal a firm, level surface.
  • Page 70 Brakes Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay Adjusting nut Decrease Brake arm Freeplay Brake arm pin Increase Freeplay Push Adjusting 1. Adjust by turning the rear brake adjusting nut a half-turn at a time. 2. Apply the brake several times and check After adjustment, confirm the freeplay of the for free wheel rotation after the brake brake pedal.
  • Page 71 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Shoe Wear Inspecting the Brake Shoe Rear Reference mark Wear XL125LEK The front and rear brake are equipped with a brake wear indicator. Arrow Except XL125LEK The rear brake is equipped with a brake wear indicator. XL125LEK Front Arrow Brake...
  • Page 72 See your dealer for this service. in the direction B if the switch operates too soon. When the brake service is necessary, see your Brakelight switch dealer. Use only Honda Genuine Parts or its equivalent. Adjusting nut...

  • Page 73: Side Stand

    Side Stand Except XR150LEK-NZ type XR150LEK-NZ type Side stand spring Side stand spring...

  • Page 74: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Rubber Pad Checking the Rubber Pad 1. Check that the side stand operates smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or Except XR150LEK-NZ type squeaky, clean the pivot area and Check the rubber pad for deterioration and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease.

  • Page 75: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain Slack Check the drive chain slack at several points along the chain. If the slack is not constant at all points, some links may be kinked and binding. Have the chain inspected by your dealer. 1.

  • Page 76: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Index marks Rear axle nut Adjusting the chain requires special tools. Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer. Lock nut Front edge 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand of adjusting on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 77 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal 7. Tighten the rear axle nut. number of turns until the correct drive Torque: 93 N·m (9.5 kgf·m, 69 lbf·ft). chain slack is obtained. Turn the 8.
  • Page 78 Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider ❙ Checking the Drive Chain Slider Checking the Drive Chain Wear Check the chain wear label when adjusting Check the condition of the drive chain slider. the drive chain. If the arrow mark on the The drive chain slider need to be replaced if a chain adjuster plate enters the red zone on chain slider is worn to the wear limit point.

  • Page 79: Clutch

    Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your dealer. ❙ Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially available cable lubricant to Check the clutch lever freeplay. prevent premature wear and corrosion.
  • Page 80 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever 1. Pull back the rubber dust cover. 2. Loosen the upper lock nut. Freeplay 3. Turn the upper adjuster until the freeplay ❙ is 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in). Upper Adjustment 4.
  • Page 81 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay ❙ Lower Adjustment 5. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift into gear. Make sure the engine If the upper clutch cable adjuster is threaded does not stall and the motorcycle does not out near its limit, or the correct freeplay creep.

  • Page 82: Throttle

    Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not move smoothly, close automatically, or if the cable is damaged, have the motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 83: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug from the tube. 2. Drain deposits into a suitable container. 3. Install the crankcase breather tube plug. Crankcase breather tube plug...

  • Page 84: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the screw using a Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit P. 52) in or out as necessary. Obey local laws and regulations. Raise Lower...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start .........P. 83 Tyre Puncture ..........P. 84 Electrical Trouble........P. 91 Battery Goes Dead........P. 91 Burned-out Light Bulb .......P. 91 Blown Fuse..........P. 95...

  • Page 86: Engine Will Not Start

    Engine Will Not Start ❙ ❙ Starter Motor Operates But Engine Starter Motor Does Not Operate Does Not Start Check the following items: Check the following items: ● Check for a blown fuse P. 95 ● Check the correct engine starting ●...

  • Page 87: Tyre Puncture

    Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. We recommend you have this type of service Riding your motorcycle with a performed by your dealer. temporary tyre or tube repair can be After an emergency repair, always have the risky.
  • Page 88 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Front Wheel 5. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel, side collar and speedometer gearbox. Removal Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the Except XL125LEK disc or pad surfaces. 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on Do not pull the brake lever while the a firm, level surface.
  • Page 89 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 3. Make sure that the lug on the right fork 1. Attach the side collar and speedometer leg is located in the slot of the gearbox to the front wheel. speedometer gearbox. 2. Position the wheel between the fork legs 4.
  • Page 90 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Front Wheel 4. Remove the front brake adjusting nut and remove the front brake cable from the Removal brake arm. XL125LEK 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on a firm, level surface. Front axle shaft 2.
  • Page 91 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 4. Tighten the front axle nut. 1. Install the side collar into the right side Torque: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 lbf·ft). wheel hub. 5. Install the rubber cap onto the front axle 2. Position the wheel between the fork legs nut.
  • Page 92 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Rear Wheel 5. Loosen the drive chain lock nuts and drive chain adjusting nuts on both sides of the Removal swingarm. 1. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on 6. Remove the rear axle nut. a firm, level surface.
  • Page 93 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 4. Insert the rear axle shaft from the left side, through the left swingarm, wheel 1. Attach the side collar to the rear wheel. hub, brake panel and right swingarm. 2. Place the rear wheel between the 5.

  • Page 94: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a battery charger. burned-out light bulb. Remove the battery from the motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK before charging.
  • Page 95 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight Bulb Dust cover Headlight assembly Connector Bulb Bolt 3. Remove the dust cover. 4. Press the pin down and pull out the bulb Bolt without turning it. 5. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse 1.
  • Page 96 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Position Light bulb Brake/Tail light bulb Taillight lens Socket Bulb Bulb Screws 1. Remove the headlight assembly. P. 92 1. Remove the taillight lens by removing the 2. Pull the socket and remove it. screws.
  • Page 97 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb License Plate Light Bulb Nuts B Washer Socket License plate Screw bracket Nuts A License light lens Turn signal lens Bulb Bulb License light cover Washers 1. Remove the turn signal lens by removing 1.

  • Page 98: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse 1. Remove the left side cover. P. 54 2. Open the fuse box cover. Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and 3. Pull out the fuses and check for a blown Replacing Fuses.” P. 44 fuse.

  • Page 99: Main Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ Main Fuse 1. Remove the left side cover. P. 54 2. Disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch. Wire connector 3. Pull the main fuse out and check for a Main fuse blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rating.

  • Page 100: Information

    Information Keys.............P. 98 ..P. 99 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Fuels Containing Alcohol......P. 100 Caring for Your Motorcycle.....P. 101 Storing Your Motorcycle ......P. 104 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....P. 105 You & the Environment ......P. 106 Serial Numbers .........P. 107...

  • Page 101: Keys

    Keys Keys Ignition key Be sure to record the key number provided with the key number plate and record it in this manual. Store the spare key in a safe location. To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the key number to your dealer.

  • Page 102: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Odometer Other Features The odometer returns to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 99,999.9. Ignition Switch Tripmeter Leaving the ignition switch on with the engine stopped will drain the battery. The tripmeter returns to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 999.9.

  • Page 103: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol may: ● Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol Damage the painting of the fuel tank. ● are available in some locales to help reduce Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line. ●...

  • Page 104: Caring For Your Motorcycle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty ensure the life of your Honda. A clean of clean water and dry with a soft, clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential cloth.
  • Page 105 Caring for Your Motorcycle ❙ ● Washing Precautions Do not direct water at the air cleaner: Follow these guidelines when washing: Water in the air cleaner can prevent the ● Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting. ● High-pressure water cleaners can damage Do not direct water near the headlight: moving parts and electrical parts, Any condensation inside the headlight...
  • Page 106 Caring for Your Motorcycle Aluminium Components Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts do not use a commercially available abrasive regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid kitchen cleaning compound.

  • Page 107: Storing Your Motorcycle

    Storing Your Motorcycle Storing Your Motorcycle After removing your motorcycle from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you Maintenance Schedule. should consider using a full-body motorcycle cover. If you won’t be riding for an extended period, follow these guidelines: ●...

  • Page 108: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Transporting Your Motorcycle Transporting Your Motorcycle If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down straps. Never try to tow your motorcycle with a wheel or wheels on the ground.

  • Page 109: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt Owning and riding a motorcycle can be refuse workers and contaminate drinking enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.

  • Page 110: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely Frame number identify your motorcycle and are required in order to register your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering head.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications ■ Main Components XL125LEK 127 kg (280 lb) XL125LEK Curb weight XR125LEK 128 kg (282 lb) JD21 XR125LEK Type XR150LEK 129 kg (284 lb) XR150LEK KD07 Maximum weight 155 kg (342 lb) XR125LEK capacity* 2,100 mm (82.7 in) XR150LEK Overall length Maximum weight on...

  • Page 112: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Service Data 2.785 XR125LEK 1.875 90/90-19M/C 52P XR150LEK Front Gear ratios 1.409 XL125LEK 70/100-21M/C 44P 1.120 Tyre size XR125LEK 0.937 110/90-17M/C 60P XR150LEK Rear XL125LEK 3.350 / 3.187 Reduction ratios XL125LEK 100/90-18M/C 56P XR125LEK (primary / final) Tyre type Bias-ply, tube XR150LEK 3.350 / 2.882...

  • Page 113: Torque Specifications

    1.2 litres ■ After disassembly Fuses (1.3 US qt, 1.1 Imp qt) Main fuse Recommended Except Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid Other fuse brake fluid XL125LEK Recommended Drive chain lubricant designed specifically for ■ Torque Specifications drive chain O-ring chains.

  • Page 114: Index

    Index Index Accessories..........14 Drive Chain .......... 46, 72 Battery ..........43, 55 Electrical Trouble........91 Brakelight Switch........69 Engine Brakes Number..........107 Fluid............61 Oil ............45, 58 Pad Wear ..........62 Starting ............ 29 Shoe Wear ..........68 Environment ..........
  • Page 115 Gasohol ............ 100 Load Limits ..........16 Loading Guidelines........16 Headlight Aim ........... 81 Headlight Dimmer Switch......26 Maintenance Helmet Holder ........... 34 Fundamentals ...........41 High Beam Indicator ......... 24 Importance ..........36 Horn Button..........26 Safety ............36 Schedule...........37 Maximum Weight Capacity....16, 108 Ignition Cut-off System Modifications ..........14 Side Stand ..........
  • Page 116 Side Stand ..........70 Parking ............12 Specifications........... 108 Parts Location..........20 Start Button ..........26 Petrol ..........32, 100 Starting the Engine ........29 Protective Apparel ........10 Steering Lock ..........27 Storage Document Bag ........33, 99 Recommended Equipment..........
  • Page 117 Tyres Air Pressure ..........48 Puncture........... 84 Replacing ........... 48, 84 Washing Your Motorcycle ...... 101 Weight Limit........16, 108 Wheels Front Removal ........85, 87 Rear Removal ........... 89...

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