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Honda VTX1800R Owner's Manual (474 pages)
Brand:
Honda
| Category:
Motorcycle
| Size: 33.01 MB
Table of Contents
How to Use this Manual
1
Contents
1
General Information/Contents
2
Service Rules
2
Product View
2
Frame/Engine Serial Number
3
Vehicle/Throttle Body Identification Number
3
Color Label
3
Specifications General
4
Lubrication/Fuel/Cooling System Specifications
6
Cylinder Head/Valves Specifications
7
Cylinder/Piston Specifications
8
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Specifications
8
Alternator/Starter Clutch Specifications
8
Crankshaft/Transmission Specifications
9
Final Drive Specifications
9
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering Specifications
10
Rear Wheel/Suspension Specifications
10
Hydraulic Brake Specifications
11
Battery/Charging System Specifications
11
Ignition System Specifications
12
Electric Starter Specifications
12
Lights/Meters/Switches Specifications
12
Torque Values
13
Crankcase Stud Bolts
15
Frame Specifications
15
Tools
18
Lubrication and Seal Points
20
Cable and Harness Routing
24
Source of Emissions
34
Crankcase Emission Control System
34
Exhaust Emission Control System (Secondary Air Supply System)
35
Evaporative Emission Control System (California Type Only)
36
Noise Emission Control System
36
Emission Control Information Labels (USA Only)
37
Vacuum Hose Routing Diagram Label (California Type Only)
37
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System Table of Contents
38
Excessive Exhaust Noise
38
Poor Performance
38
Seat Removal/Installaion
39
Right/Left Side Cover Removal/Installation
39
Left Crankcase Rear Cover Removal/Installation
40
Rear Fender Removal
40
Muffler/Exhaust Pipe Removal
41
Muffler/Exhaust Pipe Installation
42
Muffler/Exhaust Pipe Disassembly/Assembly
43
Maintenance/Table of Contents
44
Maintenance/Specifications
45
Maintenance Schedule
46
Fuel Line
47
Throttle Operation
47
Air Cleaner
48
Crankcase Breather
49
Spark Plug Removal
49
Spark Plug Inspection
50
Valve Clearance Inspection
51
Valve Clearance Adjustment
53
Oil Level Inspection
55
Recommended Engine Oil
55
Engine Oil and Filter Change
56
Oil Capacity
57
Engine Idle Speed
58
Radiator Coolant
58
Cooling System
58
Recommended Antifreeze
58
Secondary Air Supply System
59
Final Drive Oil Level Check
60
Recommended Oil
60
Brake Fluid
61
Oil Change
61
Front Brake
61
Rear Brake
62
Front/Rear Brake Pads Wear
62
Brake System Inspection
62
Brake Light Switch
63
Headlight Aim
63
Clutch System/Fluid
64
Side Stand
64
Front/Rear Suspension Inspection
65
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners
65
Wheels/Tires
66
Steering Head Bearings
66
Recommended Tire Pressure and Tire Size
66
Lubrication System
67
Lubrication System/Contents
68
Oil Level too Low
69
Low/No/High Oil Pressure
69
Oil Contamination/Emulsification
69
Oil Pressure Check
70
Oil Pump and Strainer Removal
70
Relief Valve Check
72
Oil Pipe
72
Oil Pump Disassembly
73
Oil Pump Inspection
74
Oil Pump Assembly
75
Oil Pump Installation
76
Fuel System Exploded View(Programmed Fuel Injection)
78
Fuel System/Table of Contents
79
Fuel System Specifications/Torque Values
80
Engine Won't Start
81
Engine Stalls, Hard to Start, or Rough Idling
81
Backfiring or Misfiring During Acceleration
81
Poor Performance (Driveability) and Poor Fuel Economy
81
Fuel System Location
82
Fuel System Diagram
83
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) System
84
Self-Diagnostic Procedure
84
Self-Diagnosis Reset Procedure
85
Peak Voltage Inspection Procedure
86
Test Harness Connection
86
Test Harness Terminal Layout
87
PGM-FI Self-Diagnosis Malfunction Indicator Failure Codes
88
PGM-FI Mil 1 Blink (Map Sensor)
90
PGM-FI Mil 2 Blink (Map Sensor)
92
PGM-FI Mil 7 Blinks (Ect Sensor)
94
PGM-FI Mil 8 Blinks (TP Sensor)
96
PGM-FI Mil 9 Blinks (IAT Sensor)
100
PGM-FI Mil 10 Blink (Baro Sensor)
102
PGM-FI Mil 11 Blinks (Vehicle Speed Sensor)
104
PGM-FI Mil 12 Blinks (Rear Injector)
106
PGM-FI Mil 13 Blinks (Front Injector)
109
PGM-FI Mil 18 Blinks (Cam Pulse Generator)
112
PGM-FI Mil 19 Blinks (Ignition Pulse Generator)
114
PGM-FI Mil 21 Blinks (Rear O2 Sensor/California Type Only)
116
PGM-FI Mil 22 Blinks (Front O2 Sensor/California Type Only)
118
PGM-FI Mil 23 Blinks (Rear O2 Sensor Heater/California Type Only)
120
PGM-FI Mil 24 Blinks (Front O2 Sensor Heater/California Type Only)
124
PGM-FI Mil 33 Blinks (E2 - Prom)
128
Fuel Line/Pressure Inspection
130
Fuel Flow/Pump Inspection
132
Fuel Pump Removal
133
Fuel Filter Replacement/Installation
133
Fuel Cut-Off Relay Inspection
134
Fuel Tank Removal/Installation
134
Air Cleaner Housing Removal/Installation
135
Throttle Body Removal
136
Intake Manifold Removal
138
Intake Manifold Installation
140
Throttle Body Installation
142
Injectors Inspection/Removal
144
Injectors Installation
146
Starter Valve Disassembly
148
Starter Valve Assembly
149
Air Screw Synchronization
150
Output Voltage Inspection
151
Baro/Map Sensor Removal/Installation
151
IAT/ECT Sensor Removal/Installation
152
Cam Pulse Generator Removal/Installation
153
TP Sensor Inspection
153
Input Voltage Inspection/Connection
154
Output Voltage Inspection with Throttle Fully Open/Closed
154
Calculate Result Comparison
154
Bank Angle Sensor Inspection
155
Continuity Inspection
155
Bank Angle Sensor Removal/Installation
156
Engine Stop Relay Inspection
156
ECM Removal/Installation
157
Intake Duct Control Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
157
Power/Ground Line Inspection
157
Intake Duct Control Solenoid Valve Inspection
158
Pair Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
159
One-Way Valve
159
Pair Check Reed Valve Removal/Installation
160
Pair Solenoid Valve Inspection
160
Evap Purge Control Valve Removal/Installation/Inspection(California Type Only)
161
Pair Check Reed Valve Inspection
161
O2 Sensor Removal/Installation(California Type Only)
162
Cooling System View
163
Cooling System/Table of Contents
164
Engine Temperature too High/Low
165
Coolant Leaks
165
Coolant (Hydrometer Test)
166
Coolant Specific Gravity Chart
166
Coolant Replacement
167
Radiator Cap/System Pressure Inspection
167
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure
167
Coolant Replacement/Air Bleeding
168
Radiator/Cooling Fan Removal
169
Radiator/Cooling Fan Disassembly
170
Radiator/Cooling Fan Assembly
171
Radiator Reserve Tank Removal/Installation
172
Thermostat Removal
172
Radiator/Cooling Fan Installation
172
Thermostat Inspection/Installation
174
Water Pump Mechanical Seal Inspection
175
Water Pump Removal
175
Water Pump Installation
176
Engine Removal/Installation View
178
Engine Removal/Installation Table of Contents
179
Engine Removal
181
Engine Installation
187
Cylinder Head/Valve Exploded View
194
Cylinder Head/Valve Table of Contents
195
Compression too Low,Hard Starting or Poor Performance at Low Speed
196
Compression too High
196
Excessive Smoke/Noise
196
Cylinder Compression
197
Cylinder Head Cover Removal
197
Camshaft Removal
198
Camshaft Holder Disassembly/Inspection
201
Camshaft Journal/Runout
201
Cam Lobe Height
202
Decompressor Cam
202
Camshaft Oil Clearance
202
Cylinder Head Removal
203
Rocker Arm, Rocker Arm Shaft
203
Cylinder Head Disassembly
204
Cylinder Head Inspection
205
Valve Spring
206
Cam Chain Tensioner/Guide
206
Valve/Valve Guide
206
Valve Guide Replacement
207
Valve Seat Inspection
208
Valve Guide Projection above Cylinder Head
208
Valve Seat Refacing
209
Cylinder Head Assembly
211
Cylinder Head Installation
213
Camshaft Holder Assembly
214
Camshaft Installation
215
Front Cylinder
216
Rear Cylinder
218
Cylinder Head Cover Installation
219
Cylinder/Piston Exploded View
220
Cylinder/Piston Table of Contents
221
Compression too Low, Hard Starting or Poor Performance at Low Speed
222
Compression too High, Overheating or Knocking
222
Excessive Smoke
222
Abnormal Noise (Piston)
222
Cylinder Removal
223
Cylinder/Reed Valve Inspection
224
Piston Removal
225
Piston/Piston Ring Inspection
226
Piston Ring Installation
228
Cylinder Stud Bolt Replacement
228
Piston Installation
229
Cylinder Installation
230
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Exploded View
232
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Table of Contents
233
Clutch Lever Soft or Spongy
235
Clutch Lever too Hard to Pull in
235
Clutch Slips
235
Clutch will Not Disengage or Motorcycle Creeps with Clutch Disengaged
235
Clutch Fluid Draining
236
Clutch Fluid Filling/Air Bleeding
236
Clutch Master Cylinder Removal/Disassembly
238
Clutch Master Cylinder Inspection/Assembly
240
Clutch Master Cylinder Installation
242
Clutch Slave Cylinder Removal
243
Clutch Slave Cylinder Disassembly/Inspection/Assembly/Installation
244
Right Crankcase Cover Removal
245
Right Crankcase Cover Installation
246
Clutch Removal
247
Clutch Lifter Bearing Inspection
250
Clutch Spring Inspection
250
Clutch Center/Lifter Rod/Disc/Plate Inspection
251
Clutch Outer/Outer Guide Inspection
252
Mainshaft Inspection
252
Oil Pump Drive Chain Slider Inspection
252
Clutch Installation
253
Primary Drive Gear Removal
256
Primary Driven Gears Removal
257
Primary Driven Gear A/B Inspection
258
Primary Driven Gears Installation
258
Gearshift Linkage Removal
260
Gearshift Linkage Inspection/Installation
261
Crankshaft/Transmission Exploded View
263
Crankshaft/Transmission Table of Contents
264
Excessive Noise
266
Hard to Shift
266
Transmission Jumps out of Gear
266
Excessive Output Gear Noise
266
Crankcase Separation
267
Primary Shaft Removal/Installation/Inspection
268
Crankshaft/Connecting Rod Removal
269
Crankshaft Runout Inspection
270
Connecting Rod Bearing Inspection
270
Oil Clearance Inspection
270
Connecting Rod Bearing Selection
271
Main Bearing Inspection
272
Connecting Rod Bearing Thickness
272
Connecting Rod Selection/Installation
273
Transmission Removal
274
Transmission Disassembly
275
Gears/Mainshaft/Countershaft Inspection
276
Shift Fork/Fork Shaft Inspection
277
Shift Drum Inspection
277
Shift Drum Bearing and Journal
277
Transmission Assembly
278
Mainshaft Exploded View
278
Transmission Installation
279
Countershaft/Output Gear Exploded View
279
Crankcase Assembly
280
Output Gear Removal
282
Backlash Inspection
283
Backlash Difference between Measurements
283
Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check
285
Case Bearing Replacement/Installation
287
Left Crankcase Bearing Replacement
288
Right Crankcase Bearing Replacement
290
Final Drive Exploded View
292
Final Drive Table of Contents
293
Oil Leak
294
Final Drive Removal
295
Drive Shaft Removal/Disassembly
295
Universal Joint Removal
295
Final Drive Inspection
296
Ring Gear Removal/Shim Replacement
297
Ring Gear Installation
299
Pinion Gear Removal/Shim Replacement
303
Pinion Gear Installation
305
Case Bearing Replacement
308
Breather Hole Cleaning
309
Gear Case Assembly
309
Drive Shaft Assembly/Installation
310
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering Exploded View
311
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering Table of Contents
312
Hard Steering
313
Steers to One Side or Does Not Track Straight
313
Front Wheel Wobbles
313
Soft/Hard Suspension
313
Handlebar Removal
314
Handlebar Installation
316
Front Wheel Removal
319
Front Wheel Disassembly
321
Axle/Wheel/Wheel Bearing Inspection
321
Front Wheel Assembly
322
Wheel Balance
323
Front Wheel Installation
324
Fork Removal
325
Right Fork Disassembly
326
Left Fork Disassembly
329
Fork Spring Inspection
332
Spring Collar Inspection
332
Outer Pipe/Slider Inspection
333
Fork Damper (Right Side)/Slider Inspection
333
Rebound Spring (Left Side)
333
Right Fork Assembly
334
Slider Bushing/Guide Bushing/Back-Up Ring Inspection
334
Left Fork Assembly
338
Left Fork Installation
342
Steering Stem Removal
343
Bearing Replacement
345
Steering Stem Installation
346
Steering Head Bearing Pre-Load
350
Rear Wheel/Suspension Exploded View
351
Rear Wheel/Suspension Table of Contents
352
Rear Wheel/Suspension Table Troubleshooting
353
Rear Wheel Removal
354
Rear Wheel Disassembly
355
Final Driven Flange Disassembly/Assembly
357
Rear Wheel Assembly
358
Rear Wheel Installation
360
Shock Absorber Removal/Inspection/Installation
362
Swingarm Removal
363
Swingarm Inspection
364
Swingarm Installation
365
Pivot Bearing Outer Race Replacement
365
Hydraulic Brake Exploded View
369
Hydraulic Brake Table of Contents
370
Brake Lever/Pedal Soft or Spongy
372
Brake Lever/Pedal Hard
372
Brake Drug
372
Brake Fluid Draining
373
Brake Fluid Filling/Air Bleeding
374
Rear Fluid Feeding
376
Air Bleeding
378
Brake Pad Replacement
379
Front Master Cylinder Removal
381
Brake Disc Inspection
381
Front Master Cylinder Disassembly
382
Front Master Cylinder Inspection
383
Front Master Cylinder Assembly
384
Front Master Cylinder Installation
385
Front Caliper Removal
386
Front Caliper Disassembly
387
Front Caliper Inspection/Assembly
388
Front Caliper Installation
389
Rear Master Cylinder/Brake Pedal Removal
390
Rear Master Cylinder/Brake Pedal Disassembly/Inspection
392
Rear Master Cylinder/Brake Pedal Assembly
393
Rear Master Cylinder/Brake Pedal Installation
395
Rear Caliper Removal/Disassembly
397
Rear Caliper Inspection
398
Rear Caliper Assembly
399
PCV Removal/Installation
400
Rear Caliper Installation
400
Charging System/Alternator Exploded View
401
Charging System/Alternator Table of Contents
402
Battery Is Damaged or Weak
404
Battery Removal/Installation
405
Voltage Inspection
405
Battery Testing
405
Battery Charging
406
Charging System Inspection
407
Current Leakage Test
407
Battery Case Removal/Installation
408
Charging Voltage Inspection
408
Regulator/Rectifier
409
Wire Harness Inspection/Removal/Installation
409
Battery/Ground/Charging Coil Line
409
Alternator Inspection
410
Left Crankcase Cover Removal
410
Stator Removal/Installation
412
Left Crankcase Cover Installation
412
Ignition System Exploded View/Wiring Diagram
415
Ignition System System of Contents
416
No Spark at Spark Plugs
417
Ignition System Inspection
418
Ignition Coil Primary Peak Voltage
418
Ignition Pulse Generator Peak Voltage
419
Front/Rear Ignition Coil Removal/Installation
420
Ignition Timing
420
Electric Starter/Starter Clutch View/Wiring Diagram
422
Electric Starter/Starter Clutch Table of Contents
423
Starter Motor will Not Turn
424
Starter Motor Turns Slowly
425
Starter Motor Turns, but Engine Does Not Turn
425
Starter Relay Switch "Clicks", but Engine Does Not Turn over
425
Starter Motor Removal/Disassembly
426
Starter Motor Inspection
427
Starter Motor Assembly
430
Starter Motor Installation
432
Starter Relay Switch Inspection
432
Starter Relay Switch Removal/Installation
433
Ground Line Inspection
433
Starter Relay Voltage Inspection
433
Operation Check Inspection
433
Starter Driven Gear/Torque Limiter Removal
434
Left Crankcase Cover Bearing Replacement
434
Starter Drive Gear Inspection
435
Starter Torque Limiter Inspection
436
Flywheel Removal
436
Starter Clutch Removal
437
Starter Clutch Inspection/Installation
438
Flywheel Installation
439
Balancer Weight Removal
440
Starter Driven Gear/Torque Limiter Installation
440
Balancer Weight Installation
441
Lights/Meters/Switches View
442
Lights/Meters/Switches Table of Contents
443
Vehicle Speed Sensor/Speedometer Troubleshooting
445
Headlight Bulb Replacement
446
Turn Signals Bulb Replacement
447
Headlight Case Removal/Installation
447
Front Turn Signal Assembly Removal/Installation
447
Tail/Brake Light Bulb Replacement
448
License Light Bulb Replacement
448
Speedometer/Indicator Box Removal/Installation/Disassembly
449
Speedometer/Indicator Box Assembly
450
Vehicle Speed Sensor Voltage Inspection
451
Output Signal Inspection/Removal/Installation
452
Neutral Switch Inspection/Removal/Installation
453
Front/Rear Brake Light Switch
454
Clutch Switch
454
Ignition Switch Inspection/Removal/Installation
455
Left/Right Handlebar Switch
456
Fan Motor Switch Inspection/Removal/Installation
457
Coolant Temperature Indicator
458
Ect/Thermo Sensor Unit Inspection
458
Side Stand Switch Inspection/Removal
459
Oil Pressure Indicator Inspection
460
Side Stand Switch Installation
460
Horn Inspection/Removal/Installation
461
Oil Pressure Switch Removal/Installation
461
Turn Signal Relay Inspection
462
Fuel Reserve Sensor Inspection
462
Wiring Diagram
464
Troubleshooting Table of Contents
465
Engine Does Not Start or Is Hard to Start
465
Engine Lacks Power
466
Poor Peatrformance at Low and Idle Speed
467
Poor Performance at High Speed
468
Poor Handling
468
Index
469
Safety Precautions
471
Symbols
473
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Honda VTX1800R Owner's Manual (229 pages)
Brand:
Honda
| Category:
Motorcycle
| Size: 3.64 MB
Table of Contents
Instruments & Controls
20
Motorcycle Safety
10
Motorcycle Safety
11
Important Safety Information
12
Safety Labels
16
Table of Contents
20
Operation Component Locations
21
Instruments & Controls
21
Indicators
24
Controls & Features
29
Ignition Switch
29
Start Button
30
Engine Stop Switch
30
Headlight Dimmer Switch
31
Turn Signal Switch
31
Horn Button
32
Odometer/Tripmeter A&B Select and Reset Button
32
Before Riding
34
Are You Ready to Ride
35
Protective Apparel
35
Rider Training
37
Before Riding
35
Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride
38
Pre-Ride Inspection
38
Load Limits & Guidelines
41
Loading
41
Load Limits
42
Loading Guidelines
43
Basic Operation & Riding
44
Safe Riding Precautions
45
Starting & Stopping the Engine
46
Preparation
46
Starting Procedure
47
Flooded Engine
48
Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-Off System
48
How to Stop the Engine
49
Shifting Gears
50
Braking
52
Parking
54
Riding with a Passenger or Cargo
58
Servicing Your Honda
60
Bef Ore You Service Your Honda
60
Servicing Your Honda
61
The Importance of Maintenance
63
Maintenance Safety
64
Important Safety Precautions
65
Periodic Maintenance
67
Maintenance Schedule
69
Maintenance Record
74
Maintenance Component Locations
76
Servicing Your Honda
76
Tool Kit
79
Owner's Manual Storage
80
Storage Compartment
81
Seat Removal
82
Side Cover Removal
83
SERVICING YOUR HONDA (Cont'D)
83
Fuel
85
Engine Oil & Filter
88
Coolant
97
Air Cleaner
101
Crankcase Breather
103
Final Drive Oil
104
Throttle Freeplay
106
Throttle
106
Clutch System
108
Engine Idle Speed
110
Spark Plugs
112
Suspension
115
Brakes
118
Brake Pad Wear
121
Tires
122
Spoke Wheels
126
Side Stand
131
Battery
132
Battery Charging
136
Appearance Care
137
Tips
144
Storing Your Honda
145
Tips
145
Transporting Your Motorcycle
148
You & the Environment
149
Taking Care of the Unexpected
150
General Guidelines
151
Taking Care of the Unexpected
151
If Your Engine Quits or Won't Start
152
If You Have a Flat Tire
157
If Your Engine Overheats
171
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lights
173
If a Fuse Blows
174
If You Crash
178
If You Lose Your Key
179
If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead)
180
Technical Information
182
Vehicle Identification
183
Technical Information
183
Specifications
186
Break-In Guidelines
193
Emission Control Systems
194
Catalytic Converter
200
Oxygenated Fuels
202
Consumer Information
204
Authorized Manuals
205
Consumer Information
205
Warranty Coverage
208
Warranty Service
209
Contacting Honda
210
Your Honda Dealer
211
The Honda Rider's Club (USA Only)
212
Reporting Safety Defects (USA Only)
213
Table of Contents
215
Index
219
Owner's Manual
219
Index
220
Quick Reference
226
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