For the 1983 model year, the Honda XL 200 R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 251.3 lb (114 kg).
Honda XL 200 R weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
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How heavy is the Honda XL 200 R?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda XL 200 R is lighter than about 74.6% of 67 Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda XL 200 R weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 251.3 lb (114 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 195 cc |
| Power | 17 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2.38 US gal (9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 6.76 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 14.78 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.78 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 128.9 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda XL 200 R weight FAQ
What is the Honda XL 200 R wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 251.3 lb (114 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Honda XL 200 R lighter or heavier than other Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Honda category. The model lands near the 25th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Honda XL 200 R?
Based on the supplied 2.38 US gal (9 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Honda XL 200 R and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 431.3 lb (195.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Honda XL 200 R power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 6.76 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 36th percentile within the compatible Honda enduro / offroad power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Honda XL 200 R have per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.78 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Honda XL 200 R compare with the median Honda enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Honda enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 293.2 lb (133 kg), the model is roughly 41.9 lb (19 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Honda XL 200 R weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.