1980 Honda XL185S
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1980 Honda XL185S, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Air-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, OHC, 2-valve |
| Displacement | 180 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 63.0 × 57.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Maximum Power | Approx. 16 hp @ 8000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Approx. 15 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
| Carburetor | Keihin (approx. 24 mm) |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | N/A |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Spark Plug | NGK DR8ES-L |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6 – 0.7 mm |
| Valve Clearance (Intake) | 0.05 mm (0.002 in) |
| Valve Clearance (Exhaust) | 0.05 mm (0.002 in) |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.083 |
| Final Reduction | Chain |
| Overall Reduction | N/A |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | N/A |
| Overall Width | N/A |
| Overall Height | N/A |
| Wheelbase | Approx. 1310 mm |
| Ground Clearance | N/A |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Approx. 7.0 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel semi double cradle |
| Caster Angle | N/A |
| Trail | N/A |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Twin shock swingarm |
| Front Suspension Travel | Approx. 200 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | Approx. 165 mm |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 2.75-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.10-18 |
| Front Brake | Drum |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
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