2023 Honda XR150L Introduced for Canada

Final month, we reported that Honda was making ready to bringing the XR150L twin sport to the U.S. market, introducing an air-cooled carbureted mannequin marketed internationally as an agricultural car to America. Whereas we’re nonetheless ready for a proper announcement kind American Honda, it’s Canadian counterparts confirmed the XR150L will probably be arriving to North America.

Arriving in Canadian dealerships within the spring, the X150L provides a brand new, extra reasonably priced mannequin to Honda Canada’s twin sport lineup. An analogous announcement is anticipated to come back quickly from American Honda, as Honda Canada’s official web site specifies the pictures are for the U.S.-spec mannequin.

The XR150L could also be pulling farming duties in Australia, however Honda Canada is positioning it as an entry-level twin sport.

Priced at CA$4,589, with freight, PDI and charges, which is about US$3,400. Value conversions between completely different markets may be tough, however taking a look at comparably priced fashions may also help. In Canada, the XR150L is priced simply barely decrease than the Grom, which matches for $3,499 within the U.S., so a US$3,400 value sounds about proper.

“The XL150L is an especially essential bike for our product lineup, and we’re thrilled to deliver it to Canada,” says Ryan Kelly, Assistant Vice President of Powersports and Energy Gear, Honda Canada. “Not solely is that this bike good for these buying their first bike, however it’s an awesome choice for these in search of a further bike for themselves or their household. The XR150L offers riders a dependable, protected, low-cost and adventurous choice for no matter their using wants could also be.”

There are just a few variations between the Canadian-spec mannequin and the XR150L provided in different markets. The air-cooled 149cc carbureted Single and five-speed handbook transmission seem unchanged, however the Canadian mannequin loses the backup kickstarter, relying solely on electrical begin.

The seat top can be barely taller than in Asia, however at 33.0 inches, it stays comparatively low for a dual-sport. Up entrance, the XR150L makes use of a 19-inch wheel whereas a 17-inch rear wheel is fitted to the rear. A two-piston caliper is paired to the one entrance brake disc whereas a drum brake is supplied on the rear wheel.

Different notable options embody 3.2-gallon gas tank, a claimed 284-pound curb weight, and an ordinary baggage rack, reflecting the XR150L’s utilitarian historical past.

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