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Honda XR 250 and XR 400 service & repair manuals

A repair manual for your Honda XR 250 or XR 400? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on Honda motorcycles. They offer clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

Honda XL 250, XL 500 / XR 250, XR 500 (1978-1984) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Owners Workshop Manual on the Honda motorcycles:
- XL250S (248 cc, 1978-1982), XL250S (248 cc, 1978-1981, USA), XL250R (248 cc, 1982-1984), XL250R (248 cc, 1981-1982, USA)
- XL500S (490 cc, 1979-1982), XL500S (490 cc, 1979-1981, USA), XL500R (490 cc, 1982-1984), XL500R (490 cc, 1982, USA)
- XR250 (248 cc, 1979-1980), XR250R (248 cc, 1981-1982, USA)
- XR500 (490 cc, 1979-1980), XR500R (490 cc, 1981-1982, USA).

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the RFVC engines.

This Haynes manual for the Honda XL 250, XL 500, XR 250 and XR 500 off-road motorcycles provides photos and detailed step-by-step instructions for maintenance and repair of the engine, the clutch and the gearbox.
The cooling system, fuel system, ignition, exhaust, steering, suspension, brakes, final drive, and electrical system are also described.

  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Author:Pete Shoemark
Details:192 pages, 27 x 21.5 x 1.2 cm / 10.6 x 8.5 x 0.47 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 1988)
Series:Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0567)
ISBN:9781850102687

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Repair manual: Honda XL 250, XL 500 / XR 250, XR 500 (1978-1984)

Honda XL 250, XL 500 / XR 250, XR 500 (1978-1984)

Language: English

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Honda XL / XR 250 (1978-2000), XL / XR 350R (1983-1985), XR 200R (1984-1985) & XR 250L (1991-1996) | Clymer Service and Repair Manual

Clymer Manual for maintenance and repair of the Honda motorcycles:
- XR200R (1984-1985)
- XL250S (1978-1981), XL250R (1982-1987), XR250 (1979-1980), XR250R (1981-1982, 1984-2000), XR250L (1991-1996),
- XL350R (1984-1985) and XR350R (1983-1985).

This Clymer manual for Honda XR200R, XL250S, XL250R, XR250, XR250R, XR250L, XL350R and XR350R off-road motorcycles describes service and repair of the engine, clutch and gearbox, the fuel and exhaust systems, the electrical system, and the cooling system.
Also covers the front suspension and steering system, the rear suspension and drivetrain, the brakes and the frame.

  • Step-by-step instructions, many photos and drawings.
  • Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

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Details:536 pages, 25.5 x 18 x 2.5 cm / 10 x 7.1 x 0.98 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Clymer (USA, 2002)
Series:Clymer Motorcycle Service and Repair Manual (M328-4)
ISBN:9780892878215

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Repair manual: Honda XL / XR 250 (1978-2000), XL / XR 350R (1983-1985), XR 200R (1984-1985) & XR 250L (1991-1996)

Honda XL / XR 250 (1978-2000), XL / XR 350R (1983-1985), XR 200R (1984-1985) & XR 250L (1991-1996)

Language: English

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Honda XR 250L, XR 250R & XR 400R (1986-2004) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Owners Workshop Manual on the Honda motorcycles:
- XR 250 L (249 cc, 1991-1996, USA)
- XR 250 R (249 cc, 1986-2004)
- XR 400 R (397 cc, 1996-2004).

This Haynes manual for the Honda XR 250L, XR 250R and XR 400R off-road motorcycles provides photos and detailed step-by-step instructions for maintenance and repair of the engine, the clutch and the gearbox.
The cooling system, fuel system, ignition, exhaust, steering, suspension, brakes, final drive, and electrical system are also described.

  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Details:192 pages, 27 x 21 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (2219)
ISBN:9781620920961

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Repair manual: Honda XR 250L, XR 250R & XR 400R (1986-2004)

Honda XR 250L, XR 250R & XR 400R (1986-2004)

Language: English

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Honda XR 400R (1996-2004) | Clymer Service and Repair Manual

Clymer Manual for maintenance and repair of the Honda motorcycles XR400R (1996-2004).

This Clymer manual for Honda XR 400R off-road motorcycles describes service and repair of the engine, clutch and gearbox, the fuel and exhaust systems, the electrical system, and the cooling system.
Also covers the front suspension and steering system, the rear suspension and drivetrain, the brakes and the frame.

  • Step-by-step instructions, many photos and drawings.
  • Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.

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Details:352 pages, 25.5 x 18 x 1.7 cm / 10 x 7.1 x 0.67 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Clymer (USA, 2004)
Series:Clymer Motorcycle Service and Repair Manual (M320-2)
ISBN:9780892879243

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Repair manual: Honda XR 400R (1996-2004)

Honda XR 400R (1996-2004)

Language: English

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Honda XR 250 R (1996-2004)

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Cyclepedia workshop manual for maintenance and repair of the Honda XR 250 R motorcycles.

Model years: 1996-2004.

This 392-page repair manual includes clear step-by-step instructions, supplemented with detailed b/w photos, drawings and wiring diagrams. Comprehensive information on work on the engine, transmission, fuel system, suspension, brakes and electrical components.

The main chapters of this Cyclepedia workshop manual for Honda XR 250 R motorcycles are:

  • Engine - block, crankshaft and cylinder head
  • Fuel and exhaust system - adjustment, fuel tank and exhaust
  • Transmission - clutch, gearbox and final drive
  • Electrical system - charging system, ignition, lighting and comprehensive wiring diagrams
  • Chassis and suspension - front fork, rear swing arm, steering and shock absorbers
  • Brakes and wheels - front and rear brake systems, bearings, adjustment and inspection
  • Periodic maintenance - inspection, filters and oil change
  • Adjustments and troubleshooting.

This manual is an indispensable service guide for anyone who performs maintenance, repairs, overhauls or restorations on Honda motorcycles. All specifications, maintenance schedules and tightening torques are clearly summarised for quick reference.

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Details:392 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2.3 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.91 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Cyclepedia Press LLC (USA, 2025)
Series:Cyclepedia Motorcycle Service Manual (CPP-308)
ISBN:9798307295014
Repair manual: Honda XR 250 R (1996-2004)

Honda XR 250 R (1996-2004)

Language: English

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Honda XR 400 R (1996-2004)

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Cyclepedia workshop manual for maintenance and repair of the Honda XR 400 R motorcycles.

Model years: 1996-2004.

This 406-page repair manual includes clear step-by-step instructions, supplemented with detailed b/w photos, drawings and wiring diagrams. Comprehensive information on work on the engine, transmission, fuel system, suspension, brakes and electrical components.

The main chapters of this Cyclepedia workshop manual for Honda XR 400 R motorcycles are:

  • Engine - block, crankshaft and cylinder head
  • Fuel and exhaust system - adjustment, fuel tank and exhaust
  • Transmission - clutch, gearbox and final drive
  • Electrical system - charging system, ignition, lighting and comprehensive wiring diagrams
  • Chassis and suspension - front fork, rear swing arm, steering and shock absorbers
  • Brakes and wheels - front and rear brake systems, bearings, adjustment and inspection
  • Periodic maintenance - inspection, filters and oil change
  • Adjustments and troubleshooting.

This manual is an indispensable service guide for anyone who performs maintenance, repairs, overhauls or restorations on Honda motorcycles. All specifications, maintenance schedules and tightening torques are clearly summarised for quick reference.

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Details:406 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 2.3 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.91 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Cyclepedia Press LLC (USA, 2025)
Series:Cyclepedia Motorcycle Service Manual (CPP-303)
ISBN:9798308007036
Repair manual: Honda XR 400 R (1996-2004)

Honda XR 400 R (1996-2004)

Language: English

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Years covered: 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004