1985 Honda XL600LM
Highlights
- Final version of the revolutionary XL600
- Registered in France as a collector's vehicle
- Excellent original factory condition
- Extensive restoration and maintenance by the vendor
- Low mileage motorbike with documented history
The Plus
Here's a bike that pioneered the dual-sport genre, equally at home on and off-road, and made every journey as exciting as the Dakar. The Honda XL600 is an icon of the 80s, evoking the spirit of adventure like no other motorbike before or since.
The 600LM was the final version, available from 1985 and equipped with a larger fuel tank - for longer off-road excursions - and an electric starter.
Just looking at this 600LM conjures up images of the Dakar and journeys where roads don't exist. This is a very low mileage bike - with a documented history - and has benefited from extensive servicing and maintenance by the vendor.
The result is a motorbike in very good condition. It is, appreciably, as good as new, with the exception of a stainless steel exhaust. Wherever the road takes you, this magnificent bike is ready to take you there.
History and documentation
- Registered in 1985
- Currently registered in France as a classic vehicle
- Old UK MOTs are available and show mileage
- Does not require MOT in France
- Purchased in 2018 by seller in the UK with 13,000 km on the clock
- British roadworthiness certificates from 1998 (with 7,632 km) to 2006 (with 12,999 km) are available
- The previous owner stated that the bike was stored in a garage and not used from 2002 to 2018
- All maintenance carried out by owner
- Significant mechanical work carried out by owner and detailed below
- Supplied with stainless steel exhaust with aluminium silencer
- Original exhaust system also included
Servicing work by seller :
- Upper engine rebuild
- New piston and rings
- Refurbished valves
- Replacement timing chain
- New clutch kit
- Replacement battery
- New tyres
- Replacement oil filter and spark plugs
- Front forks removed and seals, oil and bellows replaced
- Front brake pads replaced
- Chain and sprockets replaced
Condition
- Beautiful bike shown here with original factory equipment
- Attractive blue and white paintwork in good condition with only minor markings
- Factory decals in good condition and complete throughout the bike
- Bodywork in very good condition for a bike of this age
- Some parts have been repainted in the past
- All parts are present
- The bike comes with original mirrors, hand guards and a fork bar
Powertrain
- Honda 591cc single-cylinder four-stroke air-cooled engine
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- Vintage stainless steel exhaust system with aluminium silencer
- Original exhaust system, in very good condition, also included in the sale
- Electric starter
- 43hp
- Extensive servicing and maintenance work carried out by the vendor detailed above
- Verified low mileage confirmed by service and MOT documents
- Carburettor rebuilt
- We are told that the bike runs very well with no problems to report
BEFORE BUYING
This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer you also agree to the following:
✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights under EU consumer protection legislation do not apply. Car & Classic's returns policy applies.
✓ A non-refundable deposit will be payable if you are the winning bidder at auction or if your bid is accepted, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is "sold as seen", on an "as is where is" basis and without warranty. A full vehicle inspection prior to purchase is strongly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final Auction or Bid price, as specified in the advert.
✓ Buyers are responsible for the collection or delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. On request, Car & Classic can refer you to a third-party transport company. For more details, please email [email protected]. Prices start at €150 + VAT within the same country or €400 + VAT for cross-border journeys.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1985
- Make Honda
- Colour Multicolour
- Odometer 32,251 Kilometres
- Engine size 591
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Bretagne
- Location International
- Country France
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