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Honda Africa Twin XRV 650 RD03 spare parts-your partner for every adventure tour
The Honda Africa Twin XRV 650 RD03 Connects sovereign off-road qualities with tour comfort: a 647 cm³-V2 engine, long-stroke chassis kinematics and robust frame geometry have been ensuring endless adventures since 1989. But it only remains reliable with high -quality spare parts, coordinated service kits and proven accessories - from sand dunes to the Alpine Pass. This comprehensive description (approx. 2 200 words) leads you through all relevant components, maintenance intervals and upgrades for your RD03 and shows how you can use parts of the successor models RD04 and RD07 as well as generic Africa Twin spare parts can add optimally.
1 | History & model characteristics
The RD03 debuted in 1989 as the first Honda Africa Twin XRV 650, inspired by the work-sided Paris-Dakar series. With 43 hp at 7,500 RPM and 55 Nm torque, it offered impressive draft. In 1990 the RD04 followed with 17 liters of fuel tank, in 1993 the RD07 as a technically further developed variant with a spring stored spring bone and refined electrical system. However, thanks to its puristic character and the robust construction, the RD03 remains a popular classic.
✓ XRV 650 RD03 (1989–1990)
Basic model with 17 liter plastic tank, telelever front wheel guide, Prolink-Heck.
✓ XRV 650 RD04 (1990–1993)
Larger steel vone tank, longer wheelbase, optimized aggregate.
✓ XRV 750 RD07 (1993–2000)
Circulation space increase, spring memory spring bone, revised alternator.
✓ Legacy
Later XRV 750 RD07A and more modern CRF1000L Africa Twin.
2 | Motor & drive - heart of the RD03
The air/oil chilled 52 ° -V2 inspires with gentle torque structure and good maintenance friendliness. Essential spare parts and service kits:
✓ Cylinder head gasket
Original parts. 12191-ML6,000, high-temperature silicone material.
✓ Valve lid seal
12391-ML8,000, APEC quality, heat-resistant.
✓ Piston ring
13011-ml8,000, +0.25 mm & +0.50 mm available.
✓ Crankshaft rings
Set 91201-ML8-003, simmer rings for primary & secondary.
✓ Coupling slats
22201-ML8-000 and pressure springs 22411-ml8,000.
✓ Eight-hole spark plugs
NGK DPR8EA-9, optimized for air-cooled Twins.
Maintenance tip: Oil and filter change every 6,000 km, valve game control at 12,000 km, new spark plugs every 10,000 km.
3 | Injection & carburetor-RD03 without e-fuel
The RD03 uses double carburettor Keiin PB20. For top replacement you need:
- ✓ Carb rebuild kits -PB20 membrane, O-rings, nozzles
- ✓ Throttle-Cable -Gas train rate 17910-ml8,000
- ✓ Airbox filter element -17211-ml8,000 or sports air filter from BMC
Practical tip: F AGAUS Settings Transfer to other RD models-RD04 primary nozzle 120 vs. RD03 118.
4 | Chassis & suspension - base -compatible basis
Telelever fork and Prolink rear offer 200 mm travel. Spare parts:
✓ Fork simmer rings
Set 51450-ML8-671, NOK or Aftermarket.
✓ Fork oil
Motorex Fork Oil 5 W, 500 ml per Holm.
✓ Seat service kit
52400-ML8,000, seals + piston die lip.
✓ Prolink fork bridge
51431-ML8,000, distance sleeves and axle bolts.
Maintenance tip: Revide the string every 20,000 km after 15,000 km.
5 | Brake system & bikes - safety on any surface
The RD03 has a 276 mm disc at the front, drum brake at the back. Spare parts:
- ✓ Brake disc front -45251-ML8,000 (EBC MD2760 Upgrade)
- ✓ Brake pads -OEM 45105-ML8,000 or Ferodo sinter
- ✓ Steel flex lines - Hel Performance, ABE
- ✓ Drum brake coverings -43105-ml8,000, behind
- ✓ Spokes & rim band -sentence 44600-ml8,000
Maintenance tip: Change the brake fluid dot 4 annually, check the drum brake after 5,000 km.
6 | Electrics & ignition - robust and maintenance -friendly
The Spartan RD03 electrics comprises the alternator, CDI & controller:
✓ Stator kit
31120-ML8-006, OEM or 180 W-upgrade Electrex.
✓ Rectifier
31600-MG8-006, Mosfet for stable 14.4 V.
✓ CDI unit
30410-ML8-014, exchange for programmable ignitech possible.
✓ Spark plugs
NGK DPR8EA-9 (standard) or DPR8EIX (Iridium).
Maintenance tip: Maintain CDI connector contacts with contact spray, check the stator every 20,000 km.
7 | Maintenance & wear parts - intervals & tips
| Service point | interval | Parts / liquid |
|---|---|---|
| Motor oil + filter | 6,000 km | 10 W-40 Ester + OEM oil filter 15410-ml8,000 |
| Check valve game | 12,000 km | Shim set 12204-ml8,000 |
| Carburetor | 10,000 km | PB20 rebuild kit |
| Fork service | 15,000 km | Fork oil + simmer rings |
| Seat service | 20,000 km | Servicekit 52400-ML8,000 |
| brake fluid | 1 year | Dot 4 |
| Drum brake check | 5,000 km | Clean the coverings & drum |
8 | Typical weaknesses & solutions
✓ Jerking in the partial load range
Synchronize carburetor & pb20 rebuild.
✓ Oil leak on the frame underground
Replace the simmer rings 91201-ML8-003, check the flange plan.
✓ Weak light
Stator upgrade at 180 W, LED H4 conversion.
✓ Fork oil loss
Mount the NOK simmering rings + dust protection kit.
✓ Vibrations in the handlebar
Use the handlebar weights & rubber racks.
✓ ABS error (EGS models)
Clean the sensorcad & ABS valve.
9 | Performance upgrades for the RD03
- ✓ Power Commander V -mapping for PB20 injection.
- ✓ Slip-on exhaust - quieter, lighter, higher torque tip.
- ✓ Off-road air filter - Twin Air Pro Kit for dusty conditions.
- ✓ Oil cooler -Setrab 7 series, 12 ° C less oil temperature.
- ✓ Stainless-Line brake lines - Direct pressure point.
- ✓ Progressive springs - Wilbers 600 for better traction.
10 | Selection criteria & tips
- ✓ Only use OEM parts for critical engine seals.
- ✓ Aftermarket kits for carburetor & oil filter save time and money.
- ✓ Make sure to plan the suspension and fork service regularly.
- ✓ ABS models require original sensor and valve kits.
11 | Practical tips from the workshop
Our technicians recommend: Always synchronize carburetor, even after small changes. Oil change unit always provided with magnetic oil filter kit. Summarize fork and string service to avoid multiple dismantling.
12 | Conclusion - your RD03 remains ready for every adventure
The Honda Africa Twin XRV 650 RD03 is a real classic - with those presented here RD03 spare parts and additional kits of yours Rd04, Rd07 and generic Africa Twin spare parts You stay mobile at all times. Now browse and prepare your adventure machine for the next stage!
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