Motorcycle Engines and Parts for Honda XR70R
The XR70R is an off-road mini bike produced by Honda between 1997 and 2003. Honda mini bikes are used by both kids and adults for travel, racing, and competitions. The right engine parts can help you repair your bike or enhance its performance.
What kind of engine is on the Honda XR70R?The first XR70R models built by Honda in 1997 used a one-cylinder, four-stroke, 70 cc engine. This stayed the same from 1998 to 2001. In the 2002 model year, Honda increased the displacement slightly, to 72 cc. The engine was still an air-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke model, however. This engine model remained in use for the rest of the Honda motorcycles production run.
What manufacturers make parts for the XR70R engine?A number of different manufacturers make parts for the Honda XR70R. Honda OEM parts can be found for the bike, as well. Here is a short list of some of the other manufacturers that still produce parts for your Honda mini bike:
- Moose
- Pro-X
- Wiseco
- TCMT
- Namura Technologies
You dont need replacement parts only when something wears out or breaks. Several parts are available to upgrade the performance of your XR70R. Performance carburetors can do a better job of mixing air and fuel and getting the right ratio to your engine. This will increase both power and performance. A replacement air filter can increase performance, as well. A timing key, spark plugs, pistons, or piston rings can also improve your XR70R engines overall efficiency. Upgrading any of these parts can increase the engines horsepower.
How can you tell if the piston rings need replacing?The piston rings in your Honda engine are responsible for regulating air pressure and oil consumption. If the rings wear out, you will run into a variety of performance problems. If you go too long without replacing them, it can cause serious damage to the motorcycle engine. Its always better to replace the rings than to wait until the pistons need replacing or the engine needs to be re-bored. Here are some of the things to pay attention to:
- White or gray smoke coming from the exhaust pipe.
- Quick loss of oil in the motor.
- Slower than normal acceleration.
- General loss of power and performance.
The engine in your Honda mini bike can be replaced or upgraded to a larger size. Big-bore racing heads can be purchased in many different sizes, along with all the other engine parts necessary for a complete upgrade. Larger engine sizes for your Honda range from 88 cc up to 200 cc.