Honda XR 200 R vs Honda XL 200 R (2002)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR 200 Rstacks up against the Honda XL 200 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 200 RHonda XL 200 R
Model year20021983
Price
Engine195 cc195 cc
Horsepower17 hp
Weight101 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires80/100-21 / 100/100-17 2.75-21 / 4.10-18

Honda XR 200 R vs Honda XL 200 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 200 R and the Honda XL 200 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 200 R brings its published horsepower in a 101 kg package, while the Honda XL 200 R counters with 17 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: