Engine Specifications for the 1990 XR200R

The Honda XR200R was an off-road motorcycle that was manufactured between 1980 and 2002. In its early years, this particular bike's compact size and smaller engine attracted a more casual-based market, while the 350R and 500R bikes were for serious and competitive riders. The XR200R was powerful out of the gates and through each turn, due mostly to its engine setup and lightweight frame.

  1. Layout

    • The 1990 Honda XR200R came standard with a four-stroke, single-cylinder engine. This motor was a single overhead-cam (SOHC) design, placing the camshaft inside the cylinder head to improve drive of the valves. The displacement of the XR200R's engine was 195 cubic centimeters. The four-stroke pattern of the piston's drive gave it greater efficiency and a longer lifespan compared to a two-stroke layout. The bore and stroke of this engine was 2.57 inches by 2.27 inches. The compression ratio was 10.0:1.

    Parts

    • The XR200R used a single Keihin carburetor for fuel and air mixture. Honda chose an air-cooled system versus a wet or water-cooled system, which allows for longer rides in more extreme conditions. A capacitor discharge ignition (CDI) system was in place for ignition duties, providing for a reliable spark at high speeds. With a short charging time and fast voltage rise, this type of ignition was common in motorcycle and powerboat engines. Honda used an NGK DR8ES-L spark plug for this ignition. For the 1990 year, the engine of the XR200R was painted black.

    Performance

    • Because the XR200R engine was smaller than some of its counterparts, it provided for a light and quick ride without having to rely on big displacement. The advertised power output of this bike was rated at 30 horsepower and 16 foot-pounds of torque. With a six-speed, manual transmission for gear shifting, the top speed this motorcycle was advertised to achieve was approximately 63 miles per hour. The chain-driven gearbox powered the rear wheel, delivering sharp power during acceleration.

    Exhaust and Fluids

    • A single exhaust pipe coupled with a quiet muffler ran from the Honda XR200R's motor in 1990. Because of the overall design of the engine's four-stroke layout, the fuel efficiency of the XR200R was advertised at a comfortable 35 miles per gallon. The plastic fuel tank of this bike held 1.95 gallons of fuel, which was more than enough for a day-long trail ride. Honda recommends using Mobil 1 synthetic, 20W-50 synthetic oil.