Honda XR650L 2013 Maintenance Schedule
The 2013 Honda XR650L maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, air filter, spark plugs, valve clearance, oil, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid and tires. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from Honda MotoPub AHM (United States) (Owners Manual) (this document covers model years 1993–2017): 2rom-prd-data.hondamotopub.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Line Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect fuel line for leaks, cracks, or deterioration. |
| Fuel Strainer Screen Cleaning | Every 4,000 mi | Moderate | Clean the fuel strainer screen. |
| Throttle Operation Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect throttle for smooth operation without binding; adjust freeplay if necessary. |
| Carburetor Choke Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect carburetor choke operation. |
| Air Cleaner Replacement | Every 12,000 mi | Easy | Replace the air cleaner element. |
| Spark Plug Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 4,000 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect spark plug condition and gap, clean or adjust as needed. |
| Spark Plug Replacement | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Replace spark plug. |
| Valve Clearance Inspection | Every 4,000 mi | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Engine Oil Change | Every 2,000 mi (first at 600 mi) · Every 6 months | Easy | Change engine oil. |
| Engine Oil Filter Replacement | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Engine Idle Speed Inspection | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and adjust engine idle speed. |
| Secondary Air Supply System Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect secondary air supply system. |
| Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection | Every 12,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system. |
| Drive Chain Inspection & Lubrication | Every 500 mi | Easy | Inspect drive chain slack/wear and lubricate. |
| Drive Chain Slider Inspection | Every 4,000 mi | Easy | Inspect drive chain slider for wear. |
| Brake Fluid Inspection | Every 4,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect front and rear brake fluid level and condition. |
| Brake Fluid Replacement | Every 12,000 mi · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace front and rear brake fluid. |
| Brake Pads Wear Inspection | Every 4,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect brake pads for wear. |
| Brake System Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect overall brake system operation (levers, pedal, lines, hoses, reservoirs). |
| Brake Light Switch Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Headlight Aim Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and adjust headlight aim. |
| Clutch System Inspection | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect clutch system and adjust lever freeplay. |
| Side Stand Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect side stand and side stand switch operation. |
| Suspension Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension operation. |
| Spark Arrester/Muffler Cleaning | Every 4,000 mi | Moderate | Clean spark arrester/muffler. |
| Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Check tightness of major nuts, bolts, and fasteners; retighten as needed. |
| Wheels/Tires Inspection | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect wheels and tires for damage, tread wear, and correct air pressure. |
| Steering Head Bearings Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Advanced | Inspect steering head bearings for looseness or damage. |
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