Honda XR400R: A Solid Middleweight - Adventure Rider
WEBMar 16, 2020 · The 400 had good suspension from Showa (fully adjustable shock; the forks had compression and rebound damping). It had a claimed 257 lb dry weight (117 kg), so it wasn’t super-light, but it also wasn’t as porky as the street-legal competition. The XR400R came with 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear, and single disc brakes front and rear.
Video: Cross Training Enduro Tackles The Honda XR400
WEBJun 16, 2022 · Once done, they reckoned the Honda XR400 was a fantastic street-and-trail, with enough power for the road, and excellent handling—but also a pretty reliable dirt bike. Barry Morris of the Cross Training Enduro YouTube channel (and Cross Training Adventure) is here to share his take on the machine: …
xr250r vs xr400r vs crf250x for trails - Adventure Rider
WEBFeb 14, 2014 · Aug 25, 2004. Oddometer: 5,487. Location: Beaverton, OR. The xr400 is pretty similar to the xr250. Just a bit heavier, harder to start, and more powerful. It's better for open riding- roads and desert, or if you just prefer a bigger motor. The 250 is …
XR400 kick-start problems - Adventure Rider
WEBMay 27, 2014 · It was a fairly easy repair. Some '96 - '98 XR400's had kickstarter shaft troubles. '99 and newer have larger-diameter kick-start shafts. I'd never had any trouble with the kick-starter in my '98 engine, but the bike started easily. Naturally, you can see how a hard-starting engine would create more wear and tear on the kick-starter.
XR400 hard to start, poor idle - Adventure Rider
WEBJul 10, 2003 · 2) Compression release off, find the compression stroke, let the kickstarter come all the way up, then kick it like you mean it. And don't touch the throttle! 3) Once it starts, go to half choke, put on your helmet and gloves, and flip the choke lever all the way down. Go and ride it hard.
XR650 vs XR400 - Adventure Rider
WEBAug 11, 2007 · The 400 is physicaly smaller and is a wonderfull bike. (son had one) The 650R is comfortable and the power helps a lazy old man like me get up hills with less effort. Also if street lic., the larger XR works better for short …
XR400 Index - Adventure Rider
WEBMar 22, 2006 · Welcome! If you are investigating a certain topic regarding Honda's venerable XR400, write down the Post Numbers for that topic listed below. Then...
XR400R won't start that easy, or not at all. | Adventure Rider
WEBDec 19, 2011 · After preloading it like this with several kicks, then release the decomp lever, bring the engine to TDC and kick from there. Listen to the engine/exhaust. If it tries to start initially, then doesn't after a few tries, alternate between full choke and half choke. Be sure you're not running your idle speed to slow.
The XR400 Thread | Page 659 | Adventure Rider
WEBJan 16, 2008 · Timing curves according to Factory service manuals: - XR250R: 8* base timing to 1900 +/- 200rpm - 28* total timing all in by 4300 rpm - XR400R: *8 base timing at idle is all the FSM gives. The internet claims it has a total adv of 31* -XR650R - 6* base timing to 1300 rpm - 31* total advance all in by 3500 rpm *Note- Common for …
The XR400 Thread - Adventure Rider
WEBJan 17, 2008 · Jun 8, 2004. Oddometer: 49,471. Location: Salida, coloRADo. I've been searching for an XR400 thread, but no luck. There's a DRZ thread and a DR350 thread, and a XT225 thread, and a KLR thread. I've seen quite a few pics of XR400's here, so I know some of you have them. Well, I just joined the club, and …