AboutJan Ringnalda Expertise PLEASE NOTE: PLEASE READ THIS!!! I can help with questions ONLY on any Honda CBX-1000 motorcycle, only 1978 to 1982. OR 1981 to 1983 Honda CB1100R models ONLY Honda CBX/CB1100R motorcycles, Please NO other makes, no other models. IF YOUR QUESTION IS FOR ANY OTHER BIKE Your question WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE QUESTION POOL WHERE IT MAY NEVER BE ANSWERED.
Experience Have owned over 50 of these fine classic Honda motorcycles
Organizations International CBX Owners Association, SAE, Materials Research Society
Publications CBXPress, VLMC magazine, Used Bike Guide
Education/Credentials PhD in Materials Science, Post-Doc in prototyping automotive components
Question I know this isn't your bike specialty but I need some help. I bought a set of standard piston rings for my 1972 CL350 and they sent me (5) not (6) rings and told me that was all I needed. I was told that my old standard set has been replaced with the set they sent me but I am not sure what to do with the new set?? The set is a pair of very thin rings, 2 larger rings ( one has a metal edge and the other is flat black), and the last ring is crimped like zig zag pattern. So, does on piston get 2 rings while the other gets 3, and which piston gets which??? Please, any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Answer Since your bike is a twin, there is no way you can get an uneven number of rings for this bike. Go back to where you bought them, and ask to speak to a manager or supervisor. The person you spoke to, is obviously not interested in helping you.
