1985 Honda XL80S 

Original Paint, Low Miles, Runs & Rides Great

Condition: Completely original survivor. Low miles. Original paint and decals. Starts easily, idles clean, and rides straight. Lights and controls work as they should. A true time-capsule XL.

Why this bike: The XL80S is Honda’s smallest street-legal dual-sport of the era—basically a dirt-bike look with street manners. Lightweight, simple, and built to last. Great for collectors, vintage pit use, or an approachable first classic.

Highlights

• All-original, unmolested example

• Original tank/graphics; factory steel tank

• Easy starting, smooth shifting, strong brakes

• Street-legal (as originally sold) with lights, horn, mirrors

Technical Specs (1985 XL80S)

• Engine: 80cc air-cooled OHC 4-stroke single (79.7cc)

• Power: ~6 hp @ ~8,000 rpm (factory rating)

• Transmission: 4-speed manual, chain final drive

• Ignition/Electrics: Flywheel magneto, 6-volt system

• Suspension: Leading-axle telescopic fork (approx. 5 in travel); twin rear shocks (approx. 4.4 in) 

• Brakes: Drum front & rear 

• Wheels/Tires: 2.50-16 front, 3.00-14 rear (semi-knobby) 

• Seat Height / Wheelbase / Dry Weight: ~28.3 in / 44.7 in / ~159 lb (72 kg) 

• Fuel Capacity: ~6 L (1.6 gal) 

Historical Notes

• Production run: 1980–1985 (last year in the U.S. was ‘85)

• Model positioning: Smallest member of Honda’s XL dual-sport family—street-legal from the factory but styled like a trail bike; known for durability and friendly manners. 

• Signature look: Red tank/frame with black seat and “XL” graphics; metal fuel tank across the run.

Condition / Recent Notes

• Original paint with honest patina consistent with low mileage

• Starts first kicks when warm (easy cold starts with proper choke)

• Shifts through all gears; clutch and brakes feel right

• Lights, horn, and indicators functioning

• Tires hold air; tread wear consistent with low miles

Extras / Paperwork

• Clean, Clear Arizona Title included in current owners name

Price

• $3850.00 — open to reasonable offers for serious buyers

Location: Apache Junction, Arizona

Shipping: Happy to work with your shipper; don't have one? i can help you with that, bike rolls, steers, and brakes for loading.