Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro vs Honda XL 600 R (reduced effect) (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna TE 610 Endurostacks up against the Honda XL 600 R (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna TE 610 EnduroHonda XL 600 R (reduced effect)
Model year19981987
Price
Engine577 cc589 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight117 kg
Seat height35 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 5.10-17

Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro vs Honda XL 600 R (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro and the Honda XL 600 R (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro brings its published horsepower in a 117 kg package, while the Honda XL 600 R (reduced effect) counters with 27 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: