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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 2001 Honda Shadow Ace 750 | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Honda Shadow Ace 750. The battery keeps dying. I changed the battery to a new one ... A: Mr. Riley, You didn't mention the mileage on your bike and any past history of repairs/issues. The ... | |
| Float levels | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: I have 1997 Honda vt1100c and I need to know how to set the float levels on the carbs? From where to ... A: Joe, from the looks of them at: ... | |
| 1979 Honda CB650 | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I am restoring my fathers Honda CB650 and I am stuck. The honda will not run without the choke on. ... A: Mike, be sure that the petcock, fuel screen and fuel tank are all clean and can freely flow fuel to ... | |
| Under engine mounting bolt design difference | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I have a spare one that has no tapering of its midsection. The threads on the spare are in excellent ... A: Bob, Honda went to great lengths to keep things light, but strong, in the beginning of production of ... | |
| points | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: what is the point setting on a 1971 honda cl 100 A: Frank, Honda specifies a point gap of .012 to .016" Turn the motor over until you see the points ... | |
| Honda CB77 | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I've just finished a top end rebuild on my CB77 (rebore/new pistons/rings/timing chain etc) No ... A: Paul, after about 15,000 miles or so, there are some parts in the transmission which are usually ... | |
| honda shadow | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1993 honda shadow 1100 and the engine went bad so I bought a 1997 motor. Come to find out ... A: Shawn, you have to match the chassis' electronics with the motor configuration. The different module ... | |
| automatic clutch not disengaging | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: Bike/engine: 1974 'mighty green' Honda Trial 70, Work performed: new kick starter shaft installed, ... A: Scott, the clutch function's centrifugal engagement function is controlled by the rollers which are ... | |
| speedometer light globe | 1/28/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1997 250cc Honda Rebel. The other night I was on the way home in the dark and my ... A: Dennis, these bikes use a tiny wedge base bulb. Follow the wiring into the base of the meter and ... | |
| CL72-CL77 oil pump interchange | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Bill I have a CL72 that has a cracked oil pump base . I was wondering if the 305 oil pump is ... A: Bob, The wet-sump pumps are all the same, except that the CL pumps have the extra boss underneath ... | |
| 1983 cb900c | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: what is the proper procedure/adjustment order to dial start and dial in a newly rebuilt carb on this ... A: Chris, as far as I know the 1983 models were CB1000Cs, which replaced the CB900C editions of the ... | |
| cam chain adjustment | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: How do I adjust the cam chain on a 1980 yamaha xs1100 special. This is a 3 cylinder. Thank you. A: Glenn, I don't think that your Yamaha XS1100 is a 3 cylinder bike. They made XS750/850s in triples. ... | |
| engine stalling under load | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: My question is not necessarily Honda (as you recently helped me with),but could affect any bike I ... A: Ken, you didn't say if it was a stock bike with OEM air filter and mufflers or not. ANY changes to ... | |
| honda vt1100 | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I previously asked about a non running 1985 vt1100 shadow. Im getting spark but VERRRRRY weak. I ... A: Jason, if you have spark to the plugs, it is probably good enough to run. CDI ignitions produce a ... | |
| 1996 Honda Magna VF750c | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Honda Magna VF750c. I was riding when it started cutting out on me and then it ... A: Ken, If you had given me the wire colors/location, I could have given you a better idea of the area ... | |
| fuel line arrangement. | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: Good afternoon Bill, I am trying to restore a 1967 Honda CB77 and am in the process of replacing the ... A: Mel, If your bike is actually a late model 1967-ish version, then your fuel tank does not have the ... | |
| Oil in stator housing | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: Bike is a 1970 Honda CD90Z, 4 stroke(general export model). I took the cover plate off the stator to ... A: Ken, no worries, mate! Honda put all the stators inside the crankcase and coated them with epoxy so ... | |
| 1984 magnum v65 1100cc | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: Could you please tell me where to find the solenoid and starter on my bike. It starts then kicks out ... A: Jim, the starter solenoid is up by the battery, usually with a fuse holder attached. It connects to ... | |
| cl72 ID | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: Could you please identify this s/n for me. I know the CL72 was a 4 yr build but what year is this ... A: Paul, Honda went a little crazy in 1964. They made bikes that had serial numbers beginning with 4, ... | |
| 65 dream | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I just bought a 65 dream to restore. Looks like ca77. It has this huge fairing that the headlamp was ... A: Bud, It isn't from Honda. I have the Honda accy catalogs from that era and have never seen that ... | |
| honda 1979 xr 185 | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: what are the settings for the screw under the bowl for the carb on the xr 185, thank you A: Bill, XR185s with the PD31A carburetor have the following settings: Float level: 12.5mm #115 main ... | |
| 1962 honda dream 305 paint | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: Can you help me with matching the original paint colour for the 1962 honda dream 305? thanks A: Will, they came in 4 colors for the US market. Which one did you need? From my Honda Dream ... | |
| kickstarter | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: 78 cb 400 t1 hawk 29,000 mi, Replaced cam chain and Kick starter will not recoil after ... A: Chris, You should have a little end play on the k/s shaft when it is installed into the cases. If ... | |
| honda cb450 1971 | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: Had low compression in bike that I bought. So I pulled the engine out and had cylinders honed head ... A: Howard, you can determine the loss of compression with a leak-down tester, which is basically a ... | |
| Spokes | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: Can spokes from a CA77 be used on a CA95? Thanks A: Maybe if you cut them down to the right length, but not recommended. Dreams have wider rim widths ... | |
| 1967 CL77 Stripped Kick Starter Shaft | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: Hope all is well. Do I need to split the cases to replace the kick starter shaft? I'm not all that ... A: Sean, the two things that happen to CL/CA 72-77 models is that the kickstarter "knuckle" that fits ... | |
| 72' Honda cb175 initial carb setting/ tuning | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: Hey Bill, I own both a 1972 CB 175 k5 and CL k6. The various repair manuals I have all give an ... A: JB.... I just set the idle screw so it just starts to move the slide up, then turn a about 1/16 to ... | |
| CB700SC Clutch Rod Oil Seal | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: Have the same problem as some of the earlier folks with my 1984 CB700SC leaking oil from the clutch ... A: Marc, I haven't worked on one of these, specifically, but the illustrations look like this: ... | |
| HELP | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: HOW TO ALING TIMING MARHS ON A 2003 HONDA XR250 R A: http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/2003-honda-xr250r/o/m3078#sch95900 For any single ... | |
| 86 Yamaha FJ 1200, no crank | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1986 FJ 1200 that ran fine until a few months ago, when it wouldn't even crank. Battery is ... A: Bob, I am not a Yamaha FJ expert, but most all later model bikes have a headlight cutout function ... | |
| my exhaust has melted | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: i recently bought a 1980 Honda BCB00 in bits and much to my dismay i have found that part of the ... A: Jamie.... I don't recognize your model as described. Not sure if you have a typo there or what. ... | |
| 1983 honda shadow vt750 | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: Is there a more simplified way to measure the height of the carburetor floats.It say's the height ... A: Jeff, the "standard" for setting adjustable floats is to have the float tang just stop against the ... | |
| 1965 CL 72 | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a CL 72 that I purchased new when I was a mechanic for a Honda shop. The top end is siezed ... A: Gene, Ebay often has CB/CL pistons/rings for sale. You can even use late style CA72 parts. Any of ... | |
| running motor without oil filter | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 99 kawasaki ninja 250 with a motor from a 98 ninja 250 installed what I want to findout is ... A: Dunno about baby Ninjas. Why would you want to start an engine with no oil filter? It would be ... | |
| 1974 Honda MT 125 not starting. | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: I purchased this bike it was almost complete. After getting a few missing parts, I had it running ... A: Jeff, you have to have all the ingredients proper fuel at the right time, compression, spark at ... | |
| 98/99 kawasaki NINJA EX250R NOT STARTING | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: ANSWER: Jason, I guess you have to find out of the rebuilt motor was rebuilt correctly. Get ahold of ... A: Jason, Yikes! Motorcycle batteries, on average, last about 2-4 years. Yours is 12! Time for a new ... | |
| 98/99 kawasaki NINJA EX250R NOT STARTING | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: hello I was wondering if you could help me I have a 1999 kawasaki NINJA EX250R and I just had to ... A: Jason, I guess you have to find out of the rebuilt motor was rebuilt correctly. Get ahold of a ... | |
| Honda SL125 running very hot after rebuild | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: please excuse my ignorance, i'm on a learning curve here After having a my cylinder rebored, a new ... A: John, how much clearance did you put on the piston? Should have been 1.5 to 2 thousandths of an ... | |
| 72 cb350 | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: Bill, My 350 was running very well after a carb cleaning and rebuild of one. Then on a.long ride ... A: Rick, the mechanical spark advancer is behind the points plate. You can also give it a quick check ... | |
| 72 cb350 | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: Bill, My 350 was running very well after a carb cleaning and rebuild of one. Then on a.long ride ... A: Rick, certainly do your best to clean out any floating bits from the fuel tank. Pull the petcock and ... | |
| CB 900 carbs drooling | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1981 CB900. When i start the bike all 4 carbs will start overflowing gas from the vaccum ... A: Dale, I am not sure I understand about "vacuum ports" reference. Are you talking about the air ... | |
| 85 gl1200 goldwing limited edition | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: the clutch will not engage the master cylinder and slave cylinder is working fine any help would be ... A: Donald, if you are completely sure that the hydraulics are not hanging up the clutch assembly, then ... | |
| SL350 - not charging when headlights run | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: I tested my stator and rectifier and got the data below. Do you draw any conclusions other than the ... A: Ken, did you check the ohms readings to ground, as well, for the stator? Yellow lead should have at ... | |
| 1968 Honda CL175 K0 | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1968 Honda CL175 off Craigslist. I paid little for it but it is in bad ... A: Debra, cracks on the stator coils are probably not harmful. If you checked the individual leads with ... | |
| 1973 cb 750 honda electrical | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: the ground wire on the cb 750 is hot before ignition, after the bike has been started and is running ... A: Tim, just which ground wire is hot? Battery Ground, wiring harness ground or ? Looking at the ... | |
| 79 honda cb400 t | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: I bought my 1979 Honda CB 400 T a few years ago and when I got it home I started it up and drove ... A: T.J. Did you clean out the fuel tank and petcock filter screen? ... | |
| ABS braking problem | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: Goldwing 1800. Year, 2006. Press on brake pedal and it goes down 2 plus inches. pump 1 or 2 times ... A: John, I am not a GW expert, especially on ABS problems. There are lots of GW sites that probably ... | |
| Carbuerator Hose | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: i am trying to find the rubber 1/4 " 3 way T hose connector , that connects the number 1 and # 2 ... A: Search the web for: 16036-460-771 JOINT,THREEWAY 16047-460-771 JOINT,THREEWAY ... | |
| Carbuerator Hose | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: i am trying to find the rubber 1/4 " 3 way T hose connector , that connects the number 1 and # 2 ... A: Dennis... It would have been very helpful if you had stated what model bike you are working on. ... | |
| 1987 Honda Cr125 wont start | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: Hey! I have a 1987 Honda cr125r dirt bike. I just picked it up today and am working on getting it ... A: Aaron, no fuel on the plugs can be due to no fuel in the bowl, no fuel being drawn into the motor, a ... | |
| I'm loosing mojo | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I have: 2004 shadow 600vlx (10,000 miles)the bike is basically turning off only when I'm at full ... A: Robbie, you didn't mention if you have done any mods to the bike like air filter and/or exhaust ... | |
| Crank bearing noise? | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: Bill, My 1966 Cb160 crank bearings spin nicely but some are growly, is this a consern? I dont see ... A: Brewster, only the end bearings were available as separate parts and they may be impossible to find ... | |
| mot | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: the bike shop i tock it to was supposed to fix the indicators but didnt yet it still passed its mot. ... A: Spencer..... not a lot of info to work with, but I can come up with a general answer. Indicators ... | |
| Another SL350 not charging | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: After riding a while with the headlight on....it started running poor...once I turned off the ... A: Ken, all stator wires should have power coming out. See wiring diagrams at: ... | |
| Honda C110 | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: I just recently acquired a 1963 Honda C110 that just need a carb kit to fix it. I'm just wondering ... A: Jonathan, once you have the carb apart, you will see the function of each screw. ... | |
| HD 883 hugger | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: ride few miles quits, no spark, changed coil and did not fix help! A: Jeffrey, I'm sure you noticed that I am NOT a H-D expert. Never owned one and never rode one. ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB650 | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: Starts and runs ok for about 20 miles then looses power and stalls. It feels almost as if it's ... A: Mike, does it just stall, then restart at a stop, after the freeway run? Does it re-start quickly or ... | |
| 1971 HONDA SL350--NOT CHARGING | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: WHAT IS A COMMON ISSUE, HELP PLEASE. A: Ira, The system consists of the magnetic rotor, the stator windings, the rectifier and a small ... | |
| Leak? | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: This is how the nightmare started... I got my first pay check and did what every other 16 year old ... A: Harley, You will need to obtain a Heli-Coil or similar insert to repair the stripped threads ... | |
| Honda 1975 XL 350 Ignition Problesms | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Honda XL 350 with only 6000 miles on it. I consistenly have starting problems. Right ... A: Donn, Make sure your new points have nice clean contact faces. Sometimes there is a film of ... | |
| Honda Shadow vt1100c Igniter Box 88 model | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I want to get Honda Shadow vt1100c Ignition Module 1988 model. New or used. ANSWER: Hernan, first ... A: I understand. Information given still applies to any of the pre-97 VT1100s. You will either find an ... | |
| 1979 Honda CX 500 Deluxe electrical problem | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1979 CX 500 Deluxe and when I turn the key I no longer am getting headlight, tail light, ... A: Mike, did you check the fuses back by the battery? ... | |
| Honda Shadow vt1100c Igniter Box 88 model | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I want to get Honda Shadow vt1100c Ignition Module 1988 model. New or used. A: Hernan, first thing to do is to obtain the current part number from sites like: www.cmsnl.com ... | |
| 1984 nighthawk | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: and now i have another. In reference to 1984 nighthawk 750 S, i asked about lifting the needle to ... A: Frank, it all becomes trial and error, unless you have a dyno with air/fuel ratio equipment. The ... | |
| 1984 nighthawk 750 s | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: and got useful info. in canada , fuel contains up to 10 % alcohol. I found a gas station that ... A: Frank, we are forced to use the same 10% stuff down here, too. A lot of the bikes carburetors were ... | |
| Tires for a '66 Honda Dream 300/CA77 | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: My '66 Honda Dream 300/CA77 needs tires. What would you recommend in terms of makes, and sizes etc. ... A: Tony, the stock size tire for the rim size/width is 3.25x16" which is not common among manufactures ... | |
| throttle handle | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: 1894 Honda 700 nite hawk for my son cleaned carbs but the throttle does not return starts fine but ... A: Tom, your 1984 CB700SC may have a combination of mis-adjusted choke and throttle cables to start ... | |
| ill fitting spokesheads Dream 305 C77 (eu) | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 16 inch Union Cycles rim together with a new spokes-set but now found out ( at least the ... A: Mike, those wheel/spoke kits are a disaster and they won't make them right, apparently. If the rims ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB650 | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: Starts and runs ok for about 20 miles then looses power and stalls. It feels almost as if it's ... A: Michael, if the bike will go 20 miles, generally what happens is that the charging system starts to ... | |
| 1978 suzuki DR370 pricing | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 1978 Suzuki DR370 from the original owner from a corner of a barn. After ... A: Frank, some basic motorcycle pricing is available at www.nada.com site, choose motorcycles, then the ... | |
| Electrical problem | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: My son has a 2010 Yamaha VStar950. And of course his warranty is up so there's no help there. His ... A: Rick, the first thing to do is to make sure you have a fully-charged, load-tested battery in the ... | |
| master cylinder 1978 CB400A Hondamatic | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a '78 CB400A Hondamatic and I recently found an OE style round master cylinder for it. When ... A: James, The piston cups all have to "scoop" the fluid forward towards the outlet when the lever ... | |
| 1969 Honda CT90 K1b | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: It was running great, always started on the first try, and ran well at anywhere from 5,000ft to over ... A: Gary, "has compression" is a relative term. Best to test it directly. Should see about 140-150psi or ... | |
| 1976 CB550K - Stiff clutch | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: wonder if you can help; the clutch on my wife's 550 is incredibly stiff. I've worked lubricant ... A: Rob, if your bike is the early series, based on the CB500K, then it should have the clutch release ... | |
| 67 honda CT90 | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently obtained a sweet 67 CT 90 form an elderly friend of a friend who recently passed away. It ... A: Ray, not sure what you meant by "checking the points" but I hope you took the time to clean the ... | |
| 1999 ninja zx6r no rpm | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm having a problem getting rpm there are no problems starting and no issues in idle but a soon as ... A: Jay, I don't speak Ninja, so can only make guesses about what might be happening. There could be a ... | |
| timing | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: How do I check my timing from top dead center on my 90 model suzuki dr350s? A: Matthew, you haven't specified what kind of "timing" information you seek. CAM TIMING is for ... | |
| Blowing master fuse while ridding | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have had nothing but problems with my 94 CBR 900 RR. I just had the motor rebuilt at Honda, I ... A: Brock, what accessories do you have on the bike? Did you convert to some kind of hi-intensity ... | |
| 1982 XV750 Cylinder Head Oil Leaks | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: My 1982 Virago has 22,000k and has never had any oil leaks untill the last month or so. Leaks have ... A: Dana, I went here to see if I could see anything specific to your question.. ... | |
| My motorcycle does not start | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I stopped to fill it up my Honda Magna 750 and then it did not start anymore. The head lights and ... A: Renan, if you have NO POWER anywhere, the fusible link, back by the starter solenoid, next to the ... | |
| Difficult clutch release | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1972 CB350K4. It is all stock and runs very well since I had the carbs cleaned and tuned. ... A: Rick, First, loosen all the cable adjusters at handlebars and going into the side cover where the ... | |
| '65 Honda CB77 Oil Pump Removal | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I am attempting to remove the oil pump on my '65 305cc Superhawk to repair the drain plug threads. I ... A: John, the pump has to knock pins that index it to the crankcase and crankshaft gear. Sometimes, the ... | |
| 1978 cb400a | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1978 cb400a with rejetted carb, air filter pods, and 2 into 1 exhaust. I replaced the cdi, ... A: Carlos, the carbs have dual air cut valves on them with little rubber diaphragms. I think one may be ... | |
| gas hose | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I changed my throttle cable on my 85 Honda XL 350 and noticed the gas hose from the carberator was ... A: Sharod, There may have been something stuck to the inside of the old hose which was dislodged when ... | |
| 75 mt125 | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: I see from your profile that you have extensive experience with 60s Hondas. Could you help with my ... A: Oscar, I believe that the MR175 is a stretched version of the CR125 motor, rather than a ... | |
| Honda XL 175 | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: I got a 1977 Honda xl 175 motor put on to a 1974 frame. Does it need a battery to start? All I'm ... A: Eric, yes it is a battery-powered ignition, not a magneto. If you get it fired up without the ... | |
| 1970 Honda CL350 | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 1970 Honda CL350. It runs pretty good, but I'd like to take it to a local mechanic ... A: Tyler, I don't think too many questions I have gotten have been off-topic on this forum. I don't ... | |
| Removing Right Crankcase from '66 Honda Dream | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to remove the right crankcase from a '66 Honda Dream C77300. My question is do I have to ... A: Tony, The kickstarter cover comes off after you remove the footpeg and RH exhaust assembly. Remove ... | |
| Honda sl125 Carb | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1971 sl125 and I replaced the carb. with a after market carb . It ran great for a couple ... A: Andrew, check to be sure that the brass tube in the float bowl is open and clear to allow gas to ... | |
| 1971 CB350 | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 71 CB350 twin that has suddenly developed a problem. Upon acceleration it has an ... A: Jules, Could be a number of things.... Check the diaphragm on the carb slide first to see if it has ... | |
| Idle jets | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I saw on a previous response regarding a Honda '71 K3 Trail 90 that you were recommending #85 and ... A: Kevin, Not sure how I got a #85 main jet for a previous answer on a K1... maybe a typo on my part. ... | |
| Ca77 re-build | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: It seems I've (not lost, just misplaced) that little ball bearing that is inserted in the spring of ... A: Gregg, Part number for the #10 steel ball is 96211-10000 (5/16") for less than $1. That is the only ... | |
| superhawk tach | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I've just finished restoring a '63 CB77 and have a tach needle that jumps all over the place. It ... A: Kevin, Short answer is YES!. The bushings in the speedo/tach drive need special lubrication. You ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB 650 Custom Fuel Problem | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I am proud owner of a 1981 Honda CB 650 Custom since it was new and the bike has been dependable, ... A: Jeff, check the gas cap for blocked venting holes and put a vacuum source on the line going to the ... | |
| 1983 Honda Magna V45 750 cc Electric Dies When Starter Pressed | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I am a novice to bike repair, have only owned for a short while. I was riding the other day for ... A: Mark, First be sure that the battery is fully charged and will pass a load test. Weak/dying ... | |
| 1976 cb750 A | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: i would like to know how to take the mechanism apart to clean and grease ,that the speedomiter ... A: Byron, Gently pry the seal out of the housing, clean out the grease enough so you can look for the ... | |
| 1980 Kawasaki kz 440 ltd | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: i recently bought a kz440 ltd it ran great until i blew the carb diphaframs it sat for a while then ... A: Kenny, don't know the specifics on a KZ440, but there should be a starter clutch hub with rollers ... | |
| Honda 305 scrambler | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I am working on 1968 305 scrambler The left side has been fouling the plug. The plug is black and ... A: Gary, the usual setup for CL77s is: Timing set dynamically so that neither side exceed the !! marks ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB 650 Custom Fuel Problem | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I am proud owner of a 1981 Honda CB 650 Custom since it was new and the bike has been dependable, ... A: Jeff, thanks for sending in detailed notes on what you have done and the outcomes. I know there ... | |
| 1975 Honda cb200T | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: Last October I got myself a 1975 honda cb200t. Once Spring came along I went out and bought a new ... A: Eric, I would have the battery recharged and load tested, to eliminate a possible bad battery, ... | |
| 1982 Honda CM250 Custom | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a 1982 Honda cm250 custom and am in need of a carburetor. It didn't come with one ... A: Nick, the part number is 16100-KB4-672 MSRP $175.12 You might contact your local Honda dealer ... | |
| oil light | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: bill thanks for your help, I have a 85 honda vf700f interceptor on my last ride my oil light ... A: Anthony, you need to get a pressure gauge on the motor to see what your readings are. If they verify ... | |
| 78 CM185T Twinstar | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a "78 CM185t Twinstar that won't start. I was riding up to a stoplight, pulled the clutch ... A: Brad, check the following... Gas in the tank, put the fuel petcock on R(eserve). Get battery ... | |
| 84 magna vf700 exhaust | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm really wanting a unique sound outta my magna I still have the stock 4 to 2 system with no ... A: Tony, I don't condone loud motorcycles off the track. If you have done your research and nothing is ... | |
| i got a 82 kawaski kz1100 got problem with elctronic | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: i had to hook a switch from the main fuse to the ignition fuse for this motorcycle to start i take ... A: Mike, I can't be very helpful for you on this question, because it is not a Honda. Basically, you ... | |
| 1976 honda mr-175e | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: . but when hooked up with filter is loads up real bad..in all throttle positions...smokes allot real ... A: Mike, what sized jets are in the carburetor now? Float level should be 20mm Main jet #122 and the ... | |
| Honda TL 125 | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: Hey Bill I have great interest in old Honda fours especially dirt bikes. I am restoring a 78 TL 125 ... A: Brenden, I don't have a lot of references to a 1978 TL125. Here are a couple of good websites for ... | |
| 305 | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: Mr Silver, I'm retiring Aug 1st and have been thinking about buying a 60's 305 Honda to restore. My ... A: David, I have rebuilt about 6-7 engines in the past year and a half. Barnett makes a 305 clutch ... | |
| '79 Honda cx500 ignition | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: My '79 Honda CX500 quit running. Rt plug will spark-Left won't. If I connect the Rt CDI box lead ... A: Steve, you have to check the pulser coil leads to see if they both have about the same resistance ... | |
| 1976 CB750 A ELECTICAL PROBLEMS | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: im writting to you about my dads old 76 750a honda of witch is about to make my hair fall out lol . ... A: Bryon, here is a reference to a Honda recall, which is written for the later models, but I think ... | |
| 1973 SL70 CARB PROBLEM | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THE CARB? THE BIKE IDLES WELL AND RUNS WELL IF I GIVE THROTTLE SLOW TO ... A: Donald, start from the beginning as "carb problems" often are the result of other maintenance ... | |
| 1963 Dream Front Suspension | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: Bill, You have helped me in the past and I need help again. I have removed the front suspension on ... A: Louis, Yep! Those screws are #$@@$%@&& to get out. I wrestled with the ones on my CE71 restoration ... | |
| 1982 Honda CB900C | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: I need help with this bike...it's driving me nuts. I know that there is a charging system, but now ... A: Mike, I guess the first question is "Did you run out of gas?" Sounds cheeky, but people forget ... | |
| 1973 CL350 Honda | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: Do you know how I can get access to a free copy of the exploded engine view of a CL350 Honda? A: Gary, the illustrated parts are shown on various sites, such as www.cmsnl.com ... | |
| left side cylinder problems? | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1973 honda Cb450, DOHC I know she needs a new battery but I usaly get her running however ... A: Timothy, first of all this is a battery-powered ignition system. ALWAYS start with a fully- charged ... | |
| 1982 honda cm250c | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: first off I wanted to thank you for doing this for free you guys have really been a big help. ... A: Erik, if the carburetor hasn't been cleaned for a long time, the slide could be dragging internally, ... | |
| charging sytem | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I have just encountered a problem the charging system the battery brand new started losing its ... A: but I would suggest you find out the actual specifications from Honda before spending money on a ... | |
| 74 CB450 carbs | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 74 cb450 with Keihin carbs recently rebuilt by Dime City Cycles. My question is how do I ... A: Don, the last thing to do on a tune-up is the carburetor synch and adjustment. MAKE SURE that the ... | |
| Keihin 745B Carb | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I'm not knowledgeable by any means on these parts. Could you tell me where the float bowls and carb ... A: Tina, Here is an exploded view of one of these carburetors. ... | |
| '73 CB350 eats sparkplugs | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: This one has been stumping me for a while, here’s the full scoop: I have a 1973 Honda CB350 that I ... A: Adam, I had a similar problem with a CL350 and it turned out to be a bad coil. All these original ... | |
| timing alignment on 86 interceptor 700 | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: i actually have2 questions, 1- do you know where i can find the tourque specs for head bolts and ... A: Chris, I guess I only have one real answer for your two questions. Here is a reference to a ... | |
| 72' Honda CB100 | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: I just recently have come into ownership of a 72\´ Honda CB100. We changed out the gas, oil, cleaned ... A: Hailey, I hope you took the carb all apart for cleaning, as the air/fuel passages inside the carb ... | |
| Honda 1980 C70 Deluxe | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to help my friend with this one, he is the owner of the motorbike "Honda C70 Deluxe" ... A: Mark, The C70 Passport is still around in various incarnations. You can usually find some good used ... | |
| Keihin 745B Carb | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I'm hoping either you or someone else can possibly answer my question. I was told that this carb ... A: Tina, the carbs are definitely from the 1974-76 CB/CL360 series bikes. The CJ360s had a 759A carb ... | |
| 1964 Honda Dream 300 | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an old 64 dream that I'm restoring. The serial number is ca78 so I'm assuming it's a 1964. ... A: Jason, congratulations on taking on the Dream project. To answer your questions: CA78s actually ... | |
| 2010 300cc Johnny Pag spyder | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: Bike has been sitting for a month starts but won't turn over. Any suggestions???? Don't live near ... A: Nita, do you mean that it turns over and won't start? In most cases where a running bike has been ... | |
| 1983 vt 750c honda shadow is overcharging | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1983 vt 750c honda shadow and i am having problems. I rode the bike for a few years and ... A: Karen, Go to www.electrosport.com and download the free troubleshooting guides for the charging ... | |
| Honda CL72 250 | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a CL72 thats been sitting for 25 years I'd like to restore it. Its in good shape for as long ... A: Rick, your bike is a VERY early production 1964 model. Honda actually built two series of bikes, ... | |
| 1985 Yamaha Virago 700 | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1985 yamaha virago 700. I had to replace idler gear #2 and the starter to get the bike to ... A: Christopher, I am certainly not a Virago expert. The transmission is generally not a source of ... | |
| 1980 CB650 | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: I just got a complete bike from a freind. It was running before I got it but has been sitting for a ... A: Justin, once you get the clutch cover off on the other side, you can judge the condition of the ... | |
| 81 honda 650 | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: hey my name is mo i have a 81 honda 650-i just put a new battery in it and it wont crank unless i ... A: Mo, check your battery to see that it is fully charged and ready to turn the motor over. You may ... | |
| 1985 honda shadow vt700c | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: i bought my bike from my brother-in-law and he let it sit for about a year. i drove it from phenix ... A: Justin, if you don't have a manual, here's a download link for you. ... | |
| 1980 CB650 | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I just got a complete bike from a freind. It was running before I got it but has been sitting for a ... A: Justin, The first order of business would be to see if the shaft is frozen in the outer side cover. ... | |
| 83 Honda vt750 Shadow IC Ignitors | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: Having problems with getting spark to the front coil. The coil checks out ok with an ohm meter and I ... A: Alan, motorcycle electronics are not my favorite subject, especially when you are trying to mix and ... | |
| reply rom last nite | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: do i have to take the engine out to take the heads off? to replace the valves. A: Stephanie.... ???? I didn't take any questions from you last night. I went back through all of my ... | |
| 1965 CL72 | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: Bill: I have a 1965 Honda CL72 250 Scrambler with a polished aluminum fenders front and rear and ... A: Russ, Honda did offer polished fenders, from the factory, in 1962-63, as far as we know. From 1964 ... | |
| Honda 650c custom | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I have an Honda CB custom and she smokes out the left to pipes an she also backfires out the far ... A: Cory, given the limited information, any number of things can be happening. Is the smoke black or ... | |
| my suzuki | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: i have a 1985 suzuki 750 and when i go into 3rd gear it kind of bogs out could that be the plugs or ... A: Jeff... ONLY in third gear? Plugs/wires are load related, but you would notice the problem in all ... | |
| 1973 CB450 | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Recently I bought a 1973 CB450 with roughly 8,000 miles on it. It was in great condition for being ... A: Danny, were the spark plug really wet with fuel when you removed them? Are they black and sooty on ... | |
| RE: Honda 2007 CRF100F Will Not Start after sitting thru Winter | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I bought my son a new 2007 CRF100F dirt bike. He used it only during the summer months and this year ... A: You have to remove the jets and clean them out so you can see light through them. Once the idle ... | |
| Stator | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: I just recently brought my bike honda cm 400e.. It wasnt staying charged and i had bought a new ... A: Austin, replacing the stator takes about an hour, but the parts are scarce and very expensive. The ... | |
| 84 Honda cb650sc Nighthawk Electrical Failure | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: Ok, I will explain in detail the problem I am having so it may be easier to diagnose. 3 months ago ... A: Glad you have found the main problem areas now. Check for similar switches on CB550SC and perhaps ... | |
| 84 Honda cb650sc Nighthawk Electrical Failure | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Ok, I will explain in detail the problem I am having so it may be easier to diagnose. 3 months ago ... A: Jamie, without knowing which wires were damaged and the state of your charging system, battery ... | |
| heads removal on 82 honda cb 750 | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: a spark plug thread snapped inside plug hole,i tried <easy off>,with no success,can i remove the ... A: William, the short answer is NO. Get a shop manual and follow the procedures correctly. Note the ... | |
| sychronizeing carbs | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: how do you sychronize carbs on a 1977 gl1000 goldwing and were can i find the tool thanks A: John, you synchronize the right side carbs first to each other. Then, you synchronize the left side ... | |
| Battery Warning | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Yamaha XJ1100 and my Battery Warning light is on. I have disconnected the battery ... A: Duane..... Obviously not a Honda question. The little bit of Yamahas that I have been exposed to ... | |
| cl77 gas lines | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: Bill, We meet several years ago but now I'm in Dana Point restoring a 1968 CL77. My problem is the ... A: Roger, I guess I would have to see photos of the interference issues, as I haven't heard of this ... | |
| 1998 Suzuki Savage TDC and valves | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Suzuki Savage and am trying to adjust the valves but have to set TDC first. The TDC ... A: Lou, a 4 stroke engine cycles between TDC Compression and TDC overlap, because it requires 2 ... | |
| help on 1980, cb650 honda | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: Well, I bought this bike, cb650 honda, 80 model. It was running great. I rode it for about an hour ... A: Your rotor is way out of specs, as you can see by the directions given at Electrosports. When you ... | |
| low fuel light on inst.cluster | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: when I get below 1 gal of fuel in res. tank my fuel low light should come on but it doesn't. I ... A: Mike, I don't know what you are working on, but you have eliminated everything but the sensor ... | |
| 1983 Honda V45 Magna 750 clutch issues | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: Just got this bike. I am having issues with the clutch. At first the slave cylinder was leaking out ... A: Kent, you will need a set of special long-nosed snap ring pliers to get the master cylinder apart ... | |
| Classic Enduro | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: Got fifteen hundred or less to spend, want to buy a big thumper enduro. Don't care how old, just ... A: Gene..... I don't ride dirt bikes/enduros and have only a basic knowledge of Honda's products. The ... | |
| diagram of virago 700 motor | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: where is a regulator/rectifier located on a virago 700 motor.. and how do i get free way to see ... A: Timothy... Care to share the year of your bike? Go here for a list that should help out.... ... | |
| Hard shifting and lunging forward | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan Vn800 classic.My question is if the bike doesn't warm up for quite ... A: Michael, it would have been helpful to know the mileage on the bike/engine. Symptoms you describe ... | |
| 1980 honda 400 | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I'm having an idle problem and a miss at constant speed with exhaust popping on decel. could this ... A: Clem, the "wings" on the idle mixture screws are limiter cap stops, to prevent tampering of the idle ... | |
| 73 Honda CB350 | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: While replacing the starter I realized that the replacement starter given to me was the wrong model. ... A: David, either you mis-assembled the parts, forgot to engage the spring properly or the two ... | |
| '82 GS650G engine problems | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: 1982 Suzuki GS 650G bought new with 70,000km missing badly up to 3500 rpm (lurching) and fouling ... A: Bob, with compression that low, it probably needs a full valve job, with guides and piston/rings ... | |
| 1984 honda goldwing | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: my goldwing will not start by the start switch when you press the switch the lights dim but will ... A: Raymond.. couple of possibilities are: Bad starter switch... long-standing problem with bikes in ... | |
| ct90 cam tensioner 1966 and 1972 engines | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I am moving the engine components (piston, cyclinder, head assembly)from a 1972 CT90 with a ... A: Mike, you are correct. It uses a light spring to keep things in place, then uses the oil flow from ... | |
| ed | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: how can i know where the regulator rectifier is located in my 1986 yamaha 700cc A: Edwin, it is the big finned part, usually mounted near the battery. The stator harness normally ... | |
| 1982 cb750 | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I am having a charging issue with my bike. It has sat for a couple years and now it has a new ... A: Jason, if the stator lead hasn't fried itself and the rectifier/regulator haven't been damaged, the ... | |
| 1986 Honda Magna VF700 | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: When installing a New battery I didn't realize the positive/negative terminals on the New batter ... A: Patrick, the shop manual should have a wiring diagram and component locations. I imagine that you ... | |
| 1964 Honda Dream 305 | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: we still have a short with the ignition switch unhooked. Any ideas? Is there a place to download ... A: Beka, with the ignition switch out of the circuit, the only exposed hot leads are to the rectifier ... | |
| Clutch | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 68 Dream that I parked for the winter in a garage. Before I put it away the clutch was ... A: Ron, Honda clutches have been known to "stick" together when stored for a long period of time, ... | |
| BROKEN 83 Magna 1100with a stumped owner | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1983 1100 V 65 Magna and this thing is drivin me nuts it runs great for about five minutes ... A: Rod, the tachometer signal from the coils is an indicator of where the problem lies. The actual ... | |
| rm 125 | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: i have an 2001 rm 125 and i was riding and then suddenly it started to bog down and it will start ... A: Blake, not my brand or motorcycle type.... but it sounds like it seized to me! Pull the spark plug ... | |
| Honda SL125 piston | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: my piston blew on my sl125. It overheated and a part of the piston broke up. There is no other ... A: John, 1 to 2mm is .040" to .080" on this side of the pond (unless you meant .1 to .2mm). Clearance ... | |
| Honda SL125 piston | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: my piston blew on my sl125. It overheated and a part of the piston broke up. There is no other ... A: John, Honda's first version 125s were 56.mm (122cc), then switched to the 56.5mm sizes for a 124cc ... | |
| 86 magna vf700 | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: missed a gear/oil is leaking from behind clutch slave cylinder around the clutch rod. a oil seal ... A: Seth, you can replace all the seals w/o splitting the cases. The notch allows excess fluid to drain ... | |
| 85 nighthawk 700 | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: Iknow that this is not quite your expert area, but.I have a 1985 honda nighthawk and I can not find ... A: Brian, the VF700s are not at all related to the CB700SC model Although they were built in the same ... | |
| Honda 150 | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I have started to restore a 1965 150 baby dream After I bolted the case up I tried to blow air ... A: The Honda checklist for oil flow indicates that the test point for oil is the right rear cylinder ... | |
| 85 nighthawk 700 | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: Iknow that this is not quite your expert area, but.I have a 1985 honda nighthawk and I can not find ... A: Brian, The CB700SC is one of a line of related bikes which have the hydraulic valve train engines, ... | |
| 1967 CL77 | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently restored my 1967 305 Scrambler. (used your restoration guide) It's running, but I would ... A: Chris, if you follow the tune-up guide in the book, it should be running as good as it can. ... | |
| 1974 CB550 electrical issue?? | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: I was driving my motorcycle around town, then decided to get on the highway. At about 60mph I turn ... A: Ben, I'll start with the simple things... did you run out of gas in ON position of the petcock? Did ... | |
| Honda shadow 1983 problem tachometer temperature gauge | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: Aloha Bill, My '83 shadow 750 tack and temp gauge is unresponsive. Just purchased and it was ... A: I did attend some of the holistic lunches in Kona, way back in the 2002-3 era. I imagine that a ... | |
| Honda Shadow Carbuerator | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I was hoping to get some advice on where I can find info on how to fix my '87 Honda Shadow (550 CC). ... A: Chris, we are off to a rocky start here... 1987 Shadow 550? Is it a VT500C? or VT600C? Depending ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB650 Stalling | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 81 Honda CB650. The bike will stall once it gets hot (after about 15 miles) and will not ... A: Ryan, there are many possibilities for stalling/idling issues. Start with doing a basic tune-up ... | |
| 1965 cb77 kickstarter | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1965 cb77 that i have done "riding" restore on. Today my battery was dead so i attempted to ... A: Anthony, First of all, never start a CB77 with a dead battery. The battery is the electrical load ... | |
| Clutch bleeding | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: I just read "falcon's" how to on clutch bleeding. In it he referenced a V65 magna. Is the situation ... A: Bruce, the "banjo fitting" is the fluid hose joint on the end of the hose where it connects to the ... | |
| CB450SC clutch lever start switch | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 1985 CB450SC Nighthawk with only 1200 miles. I have everything cleaned and tuned; ... A: Sterling, is the plunger still in place, extending/retracting when you activate the clutch lever? ... | |
| 1970 honda sl-350 idle adjustment | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: fires up with choke on, but when i bring the choke down it dies, im sure the idle adjustment screws ... A: David, carburetor adjustments are the LAST thing to do after you have performed a complete tune-up ... | |
| scooter | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 50 cc psd chineese scooter got gas coming out the over flow on carb causing it to flood ... A: Ray, these are not high quality machines, but you can usually nurse them around for awhile before ... | |
| Clutch adjustment | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I resently purchased a '84 V45 650 and I would like to know how to adjust the clutch.The release ... A: Bruce, I will assume that the bike is a 750, not a 650. There are three different V45 models... ... | |
| atv | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a fairly generic question, its regarding a yamaha 350 single cylinder engine. it was running ... A: Jerry, you didn't state the length of the machine being "parked," but if it was over a month and you ... | |
| Honda C105T Trail 55 Carb | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 65 Honda Trail 55 & the rubber lines going to/from the carb were not ... A: Don, those should be a atmospheric bowl vent fitting on top and an overflow fitting towards the ... | |
| 1982 Honda 110 Shift problem | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: My 110 wont go into gear, have check the high/low and it seemed to be fine, but the bike just wont ... A: Tery, a little more history would have been useful, like the last time it did go into gear. Is it a ... | |
| Carb/ clutch | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I don't have a Honda motor cycle, but i have a Honda Trx 90 1997, It was bogging down when i pushed ... A: Adam, I don't know much about a TRX90, but in general when the bikes idle well and don't make power ... | |
| cb250k4 running badly | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1973 honda cb250k3/4 which is running badly I have replaced the jets in the ... A: Stuart, Start from the beginning..... Adjust the valves, check compression to see if you have ... | |
| ct90's | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: do you know what year the Honda Trail 90 ct90's switched to 12v systems? THanks! A: There are no 12v CT90s, nor did they do the conversion for the CT110s. Honda did change over the C70 ... | |
| 1982 honda magna 750 | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: Recently started it back up after the winter and it is leaking gear oil out of the final drive. Do I ... A: Scott, there are three seals in the final drive. Two are the same and require dis-assembly of the ... | |
| ATC 90 | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: Just recently purchased another ATC 90 to add to my collection of ATC's but it has me a bit stumped ... A: Richard.. Servicing your ATC90 requires the BIG WRENCH to remove the BIG NUT on the axle. ... | |
| 85 honda magna vf700 | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: i have an 85 honda vf700 magna that has been setting for 11 years, i cleaned the carbs and the fuel ... A: Ray, I may have more questions than answers for you here. When you "cleaned the carbs" what does ... | |
| Honda VT250C 1995 | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: My honda just started to make a strange knocking sound when I pull away on an incline. The noise ... A: Jerome, Well, that is a bit of a skimpy description of your problem. The first thing that came to ... | |
| 1986 cmx 450 rebel | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: Hey Bill, i have a 1986 CMX 450 Rebel. it has spark but its not consistent, i just got it sparking ... A: Kyle, CDI ignitions are usually pass-fail, but I do know of one on a 250 Rebel that had a lot of ... | |
| 82 cb450sc | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: my 82 Honda will not turnover or even try to turn. i jumped the starter out of the bike it works i ... A: Ted, the starter circuit has a number of components, starting with a fully-charged, load-tested ... | |
| Random Stalling, 1987 1200 Goldwing | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired this bike and it randomly stalls (complete loss of spark) then picks back up again ... A: Dennis, Wings are not my specialty. ... | |
| Honda 1996 xr100r carb | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: Thought I had purged the carb last fall. Tried to run gas through the carb, opened up bowl drain, ... A: Two other things to check are the gas cap vent hole and that the petcock is flowing fuel easily. ... | |
| CB72 NOS headlamp rings | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: Hey Bill!! I've recently acquired 4 NOS chrome headlamp rings for CB72. On the packaging it reads ... A: Jeff... Wow, that is a cool find. 33101-268-010 is the NPS part number. The S is probably for ... | |
| 1965 CA77 Honda Dream | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: Could you tell me the stock tire size for this motorcycle (front and rear)? A: 3.25x16" front and rear. Other than the iffy Coker repops, there are no WW tires available to match ... | |
| Yamaha XT 350 1990 | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: I have problems with a Yamaha 350 xt starts very good in neutral and will run very good also, but ... A: Eric, not much of a vintage Honda question, is it? :>) The sidestand switch wiring has to be ... | |
| 82 honda cb900c | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: This bike has sat for about a year I put fresh gas and seafoam started it up and it only runs on ... A: Carroll, Honda coils seldom just die on their own, especially both of them at the same time. Make ... | |
| Dyna Ignition | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: Bill I have a 1975 Honda CB360T 2 cylinder that I am restoring. I want to change the ignition from ... A: James... check with http://www.bore-tech.com/Vintage%20Motorcycle%20Ignitions.html They don't have ... | |
| honda cb350 | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: i dont know what to do A: justinj, is it a CB350K or CB350F? Twin or four-cylinder? Gotta be specific when asking technical ... | |
| Wiring | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 78 Honda XL100. What I would like to know is how to wire the bike with out a battery ... A: Micheal, you can't use the XL75 diagram, because those engines have a magneto ignition system. Only ... | |
| Wiring | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 78 Honda XL100. What I would like to know is how to wire the bike with out a battery ... A: Micheal, if the bike had a CDI ignition or a magneto ignition there would be no problem..... But ... | |
| Honda 1981 xl185s flooding | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: First off I live in the U.A.E. my neighbor is from South Africa. She "owns" this vehicle. When ... A: Nathan, when gasoline sits in carburetors for 6 mos to a year, all the light vapors evaporate and ... | |
| front forks | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have put 4+ fork tubes on my 77 CB750 and was wondering how much fork oil is supposed to be put ... A: Bill, I guess you have to calculate the interior volume of the tubes and add that to the OEM spec ... | |
| CB175 timing chain adjustment | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: Bill. I shouldn’t even have to ask such a simple question, but I have to say I’m confused on the ... A: Vince... if you look at the diagram: ... | |
| 1986 Honda CBX 750 FE | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: Bill I purchased the bike incomplete to refurbish as a winter project. I replaced the cylinder ... A: Barry... I don't know much about these engines, as they are too new for my general knowledge. Found ... | |
| 1980 honda ATC185 | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: It started to tick in the front top of motor and lost the power it had. Before I tear it open, do ... A: Matt, that isn't a real descriptive clue. Load related, rpm related, etc would have been more ... | |
| HONDA CB350 | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: and when i start it up, a sqeak comes from the starter ,and it wont start up, it was running about ... A: Justin, the squeal is coming from the starter clutch rollers skidding across the starter clutch hub. ... | |
| 200m atc | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: i got a 1985 200m but cant get it to start it ran but dont now i got spark and fuel tryed fuel in ... A: Jim, first make sure you are using a clean spark plug. Fouled plugs will shunt the spark down the ... | |
| CL77 | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: 1966/67 "SILVER" What is the paint color/code? Thanks, Joe A: Joe, I answered this for you yesterday.... Answer: Honda used "Cloud Silver" on the tank, fenders ... | |
| Paint color for silver CL77 | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me the paint color for a 1966/67? I have both and getting then running. Thanks, Joe A: Honda used "Cloud Silver" on the tank, fenders and side covers. The original code is no longer valid ... | |
| 1974 Yamaha DT 250 | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I bought this enduro as a kind of starter bike. Everything seems to be fine on it except the ... A: Tony... not Honda questions. Get a shop manual to guide you through troubleshooting and brake ... | |
| 1962 honda dream 300 | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought what I think is 1962 Honda dream. I was wondering if you could confirm the year ... A: Chris, this is the original factory pairing engine/frame serial numbers for a 1962 CA77 Dream 300 ... | |
| Honda ct 70h | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1971 K1 CT 70H, when I purchased it the guy said the carb on it was from a diffrent ct 70 ... A: Pete. Are you sure it isn't the large drain knob instead? ... | |
| yahmahaxj700 | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Yes sir I have an xj700 maxim with 29,000 miles on it runs great, looks great. I was wondering what ... A: Ric, Listen to your bike! Even though your owner's manual may state that the minimum fuel ... | |
| 1981 CM400A | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: Hey Bill I asked a question almost a year ago about this bike. I have since had the carbs gone ... A: Jared, the camchain and balancer chain are basic maintenance items, but don't really affect ... | |
| 98 vulcan | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: it is my first bike all last year rode good now my idle is way to high after 5 min of running how do ... A: Paul, first of all there are a number of "Vulcan" named motorcycles in Kawasaki's inventories, so I ... | |
| Honda 50 will not start | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a Honda PC50 1968. I Bought it last year (2010) and it ran just fine. I took it on a few ... A: Derek, I would check the valve clearances just to be sure that they are closing all the way, first. ... | |
| Honda Dream | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Looking to buy a Honda Dream CA781015676 but do not know what year it is nor if the white color is ... A: Mel, your bike was built in late 1965-early 1966. ... | |
| honda cb200 1977 | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: hi my honda has only 19k on clock ex condition got it from museum been out other day on it then got ... A: Dave, these engines are fairly stout, so I would go over all the tune-up specs first. Check the ... | |
| 1983 honda vt500c tach gear replacement | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda vt500c shadow that needs it's tach drive gear replaced. I want to know how ... A: Brian, the tach drive is part of the camshaft holder. see illustrations ... | |
| 1966 Honda CL160 Rear Wheel Damper Bushings | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Can you advise as to how to go about removing these bushings from a 45 year old rear wheel? How did ... A: Ron, there isn't any really easy ways to do this. Mostly by grinding tools and/or brute force, in ... | |
| 1963 Honda Dream Shift Problem | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Bill, You have answered some questions for me recently and I appreciate yuor help very much. I'm ... A: Louis, Based on your current report, there are no "easy" suggestions to offer in the way of getting ... | |
| Honda C100 electrics | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I am putting the finishing touches to my C100. Just got 1 problem, doing my nut in - I bought a ... A: Kieran, use the wiring diagrams here to be sure you are wired up correctly. ... | |
| Gas Leak | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Honda 750 Nighthawk and when I went to start it a few days ago, gasoline poured out ... A: Richard, It sounds like either the fuel line that feeds the carburetor rack fittings has a hole, is ... | |
| JR50 RINGS | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: ONE OF THE RINGS FOR A SUZUKI JR50 HAS A GREEN STRIPE ON IT. DOES IT GO ON TOP OR BOTTOM ? A: Lenny, this Suzuki question is out of my area of expertise. My guess is that a specially marked ring ... | |
| head bolts | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 73 Honda 750 k3 engine with a broken head bolt. The problem is that I haven't found any ... A: Fran, I am not sure I understand your question. CB750s have STUDS, not BOLTS as the primary method ... | |
| 85 honda 700 magna | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: my bike has just over 19,000 miles on it. at the end of summer about 1 mile from home started ... A: Larry, the backfire was probably just unburned fuel lighting off in the exhaust system, after fuel ... | |
| 1965 cb450 KO | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: service manual i have shows valve clearence to be .001 inch .003 mm seams a little tight to me . is ... A: Jim, the clearance figure is correct, set cold. The torsion bars don't vary much during heat/cold ... | |
| clutch compatability | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Bill. First off, can I comment about the very high score that I am witnessing next to your name? ... A: Rick, thank you for your kind comments. I hope that what I have shared stays out there to further ... | |
| 73 CL 200 Muffler swap | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: I pulled one of these ONE YR WONDERS out of the desert the other day for a song. Been getting it ... A: Matt, you can compare some of the mounting details at sites like this: ... | |
| 1993 suzuki gs500e wont idle | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I was riding home and gave it some throttle from a set of traffic lights and it cough and spluttered ... A: Brian, I think you must have it figured out already. A sudden tear in the diaphragm will render the ... | |
| 1966 Honda CL160 | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: Bill My problem is that when I adjust the carbs to a satisfactory idle speed and gun the engine it ... A: Robert, I would agree if the carbs have never been cleaned and kitted in 45 years, then they would ... | |
| No Spark | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a1994 Suzuki DR125SE 4 Stroke.I'm not getting any spark the bike has 3499 miles on it. HHHH ... A: Jim, most of these small bore bikes have a CDI ignition system that consists of a pulse generator ... | |
| no spark wont fire | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: 2001 kawasaki valcon 500 no spark i have a new fully charged battery with key on i got battery power ... A: Steve, I am not familiar with your Kawasaki, but in general they are equipped with a CDI style ... | |
| '75 XL350 carb loose | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Honda XL 350. the point where the carburetor feeds into the intake is loose and ... A: Aaron, your 35 year old rubber manifold has shrunken and hardened to the point of causing air leaks ... | |
| Honda SL125 engine cuts | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a problem where when I turn the indicators on, left or right, the engine cuts. If I rev it ... A: John, it still sounds like a low-voltage problem. First, be sure that the ignition points are clean ... | |
| 305 Dream year and key | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: Can you advise how/where to get a key for mid 60's Dream with number on key clyinder of T4729. ... A: Louis, The engine number indicates a 1963 model CA77. The frame number is on the left side, down ... | |
| head light knob on CL72 | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: what does the headlight knob do on a 1964 honda scrambler CL 72. Does it shut bike off and turn ... A: Joe, The big black knob on the headlight shell controls the lighting, turning the whole headlight ... | |
| two wheelers - motorbikes, motorcycles etc running on cng | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: sub : two wheelers - motorbikes, motorcycles etc running on cng this is regarding some queries from ... A: Prashant, I worked for a company that did CNG conversions for cars and vans. Biggest issue is where ... | |
| Kick start side crankcase cover | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a CA77 honda dream 305. The clutch cable goes directly down from under the tank ... A: A.C. Honda 250-305 Dreams did go through numerous mods through the years. If you look at the ... | |
| 1973 Honda CL 175 | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently installed a new throttle cable and switched the throttle slides around, and now I can't ... A: Paul, you have a 50-50 chance of getting them right.... One way the bike runs crappy and fouls the ... | |
| 1976 Honda 360T | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: Bill -- 1976 Honda 360T: Have oil leaking into the rotor/stator mechanism on the left side of the ... A: RB... there is no leak. All the 160-175-350-360 and 450 DOHC motors run an oil-cooled stator/rotor. ... | |
| Oil leak between head and barrels | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. Here in the UK I have a 1970 CB250K2 I have just pulled the motor to fit a ... A: Gary, after over 40 years, the head gaskets do get some oil migration laterally through the gasket ... | |
| water leak | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: . sorry i forgot to tell u that my bike is a honda steed 400cc 2002 model.. actually i just want to ... A: Sultan, I really don't have an answer for you on that particular question. I haven't worked on that ... | |
| 1985 honda shadow vt1100 | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: just purchased this bike, not running. not getting spark. how and where should I start chasing down ... A: Joe.... if you know that all 4 plugs are dead at the same time, then there is a commonality to check ... | |
| HONDA xr250r | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I just noticed that when I returned from a short ride that gas was dripping out of the carb overflow ... A: Rod, fuel coming from the overflow tube indicates a couple of possibilities..... Float valve is ... | |
| Source lighting coil | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1974 175DT Yamaha enduro. It is a 6 volt system. Although I replaced my battery and head ... A: Steven, not being a Yamaha expert, we have to dig into microfiche for some clues... ... | |
| honda sl90 | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: i found the markings on carbs and your right its a SL90A also the markings in the main jet..the ... A: Pablo, the 5mm setting is the height above the carb body to the highest portion of the float, when ... | |
| honda sl90 | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: i have a honda sl90,the problem is that the spark plug turns into black & bry in color..the piston ... A: Pablo, a number of things can cause gas-fouled plugs, including a weak spark (be sure that the ... | |
| Honda 305 Scrambler fenders | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Bill: My '67 Honda 305 scrambler (black frame and silver tank & side panels) has a chrome rear ... A: Eric, the last of the Scramblers made in 1967 have chromed fenders, the later style oval tail light, ... | |
| water leak | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: . THERE IS A WATER LEAK FROM THE PIPES.. ITS NOT MUCH.. BUT ITS BAD TO SEE.. PLEASE TELL ME WHAT ... A: Sultan, you haven't given me sufficient information about this bike to be able to tell you if this ... | |
| 1982 YZ 490 | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1982 YZ 490 that I need to change the "oil" in. Had a carb overflow that spilled into the ... A: John, There is a drain on the bottom of the engine to change the transmission oil. ... | |
| 1972 Honda CB500 Fuel issue | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: I've got a 1972 Honda CB500. The issue I am having is that everytime after I go riding and park the ... A: Jon-Micheal, First of all, it is always a good idea to turn off the fuel petcock when you park the ... | |
| 2007 night train harley | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: had my night train hooked up for diagnostic on scanner showed nothing now on bike it shows all codes ... A: I answered a H-D question????? Basically, you have to look at it just like a car. When the check ... | |
| Pulse Coil Generator | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: My local shop told me that the Pulse Coil Generator on my XR250R is hooped and I need a new one. ... A: Pat, you didn't mention the year.... 30300-KZ1-000 PULSE GEN ASSY for a 1992 30300-MA0-000 for ... | |
| CB125 N disc brake | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: g'day bill, I'm restoring a 1980 CB125N for the beach house, its all 99% sorted but i cant get the ... A: Tony, most of the cable operated brakes were used on early CB125S, CB200T, MT125R and the CB125T ... | |
| 81 Honda CM 400 rich mix/ hard bucking and jerking | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 1981 Honda CM 400C. I recently purchased this from a young kid and the bike seems to be ... A: Brian..... refer this illustration of the carb parts that may be involved. Yes, you can reverse the ... | |
| 1985 VT 700 shadow carburetor | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: Stupid question. I'm cleaning my carbs and I take out the float and the float valve. When I ... A: Kevin... the spring loop just keeps the needle in contact with the float valve tang, so it doesn't ... | |
| e-starter on 305 engine | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have some probs with my e starter.I think it binds up sometimrs when I try to start.Could you tell ... A: Elliott, Usually the "binding" is the starter clutch trying to grasp the inner clutch hub to spin ... | |
| Fluid changes | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: Can someone please tell me what fluids I need and where are the drain plugs on a Rev Tev 100? Its a ... A: Ross, I don't have any knowledge about REVTEC 100 engines. I am a Honda guy not a HD guy. Never ... | |
| clutch | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I own a Honda rebel 250 year 2005, engine startup ok,gear shift ok, but hardly move when i release ... A: Bring it by the house and I can tell you EXACTLY what is wrong with it.... :>) The most probable ... | |
| 1981 honda xl250 | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: when choosing a head light is the 6 volt light bulb any brighter than the 12 volt bulb.Is there any ... A: If you can find a 6v light bulb with higher wattage output, use that, but the market for that ... | |
| Front brake pads on a '77 CB750K | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: Bill, I am restoring a 1977 CB750K and am coming down to the end but cannot figure out how to remove ... A: Todd, if the pad is rusted/gummed up in the caliper, then just use the master cylinder to push the ... | |
| 1982 Honda cb450sc | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I bought this bike that had been sitting for 15 years. Some rust, gas tank is being cleaned out and ... A: Beth, http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-cb450sc-nighthawk-450-1982-usa_model456/partslist/F++15.html ... | |
| honda cl200 | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: this looks like a very helpful site, thank you for your time! i have a 74 cl200(one year wonder) ... A: Al, "Tap loudly" could mean a number of things.... A blown exhaust pipe gasket at the head makes a ... | |
| 1982 Cm 250 engine rebuild | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: If you dont rember im the kid making the dunebuggy out of this bike engine. I got everything working ... A: Erik, if you can find a "TIME-SERT" http://www.timesert.com/ for best results, but you can use a ... | |
| Honda shadow 750 vt 2006 | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I need a lead for charging bike there is a a lead under seat you plug into I need one to plug in ... A: Mick, Honda doesn't supply charging leads with their bikes. Most motorcycle smart chargers come ... | |
| 1996 honda xr100 | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: i have a 96 honda xr100 that wont get a spark at all it was running and i laid it over and now it ... A: Michael... I trust that the stator cover is in place and no dirt is packed into the stator?? Do ... | |
| cb400n 1981 | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: how to check cdi and coil to make sure they are working A: Richard... Here are some notes that I have given out previously to 400-450 owners... taken from a ... | |
| misfire at 5000-6000rpm | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: furthermore i broke down today while riding. I diagnosed and got going again myself. Problem was ... A: Jamie.... The fixing bolt for the advancer should lock the unit to the end of the camshaft. The ... | |
| cb500t seems to be missing above 4500rpm | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1975 cb500t dohc rebuilt top end. Bike starts fine runs fine until it hits 4500-5000rpm, ... A: Jamie... check compression first, after adjusting the valves, so we have a baseline to work from. ... | |
| carburetors | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: You have excellent ratings! 1982 CB 900F everything checks out(read all your answers and comments) ... A: Vince, so you bypassed the fuel control system? ... | |
| Low compression 73 st90 | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: Had cylinder bored .5 over by local shop, used Vietnam piston with NPR rings,got only 75 psi, shop ... A: Al, I can't imagine why the shop wouldn't want to hone the cylinder, unless they overbored it to the ... | |
| honda 2003 shadow spirit 750 | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: 2003 honda 750 shadow spirit wont stay running. choke is open it kicks over but the minute you give ... A: Dennis. the big clue for me was "sitting for months in shed". That almost always means carb ... | |
| 79 honda XL185S clutch | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: My XL185 has a hard time entering first gear while running. It will upshift and down shift through ... A: Jeff, It may not be a clutch issue.... or it may well be. You didn't say if this was a sudden ... | |
| 1975 CB400/4 carbs/timing | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: Bill i hope you can help!!I rebuilt bike as an old school caferacer and used mesh filters no airbox, ... A: Jeff... I got one just like that here now! First, check compression... should be above 150psi. You ... | |
| 1976 honda xl175 | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: i just bought a 1976 XL175. it was a non running bike when i bought it. i started working on it ... A: Aaron, the valve stem size is probably 5.5. I can't say I have had one apart to compare against ... | |
| 1974 honda cl125s | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me how to raise the seat on this bike, thanks A: Craig..... Not sure of your question intent... Raise the seat, like remove it? Raise the seat, ... | |
| no start | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My 1981 Honda CM400C was running like a top, starting with the slightest effort. Then it started ... A: LOL... I hoped it would be a "Honda" manual... here is the extracts for the ignition system.... ... | |
| '78 hawk type II - fading spark | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I have recently revived a 1978 Honda Hawk 400 Type II. It had been sitting for about a decade. The ... A: LOL... I hoped it would be a "Honda" manual... here is the extracts for the ignition system.... ... | |
| setting float valve hight | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: what is the procedure for setting the the float valve/float hight on this carb? A: Float height is 14.5mm setting. The height is measured from the carburetor base to the furthest ... | |
| Honda CL90 | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I am refurbing a 67 or 68 Cl90 for a friend. So far what has been done is the following: 1st over ... A: Joe, I think your cam timing is off one tooth. Compression should be 157-180 psi. You didn't say how ... | |
| motorcycle r6 yamaha | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: motorcycle sometime wont go in first gear or neutral A: Joe, when bikes don't want to shift cleanly in/out of neutral, usually it is due to clutch drag ... | |
| rear cylinder smoke on pipe tube | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Gamalier, It sounds like you have done most of the repairs correctly. Did you clean the ... A: Gamalier, When you had the engine out before, did you notice large amounts of sludge and varnish ... | |
| rear cylinder smoke on pipe tube | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: hello-I hope you can help me i just repear the 2 cylinder heat complete -honey cylinder-the piston ... A: Gamalier, It sounds like you have done most of the repairs correctly. Did you clean the piston ring ... | |
| Kawasaki 4 wheeler | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I know you might not be an expert on atvs but I am struggling and need help before hunting season ... A: David.... Here's what I found... ... | |
| more horsepower | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: how can i get more horsepower from a 1980 Honda cb650c can i bore the cylinders get high compression ... A: Michael... What is your intended purpose for this power increase request? Drag racing, road racing, ... | |
| handa atv | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: my 4 wheel drive light flashes 4 times then hesatates and flashes 4 more times over and over and ... A: Chuck, that is a system warning error light. First, check with your Honda dealer to see if all the ... | |
| SL350 CAM Cover - Valve Timing | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: It still leaks so I need to do it again. I heard that you should not use gasket sealers..just the ... A: Ken, do not use grease on a gasket for a Honda motorcycle. Grease will break down the gasket fibers ... | |
| 1979 honda xl185s timming | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: were should the timming marks line up for igntion timming and cam timming? A: Arthur, The camshaft lobes should be rotated so they are DOWNWARDS in an inverted vee /0\ so both ... | |
| 1985 honda scooter elite 250 | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: I INSTALLED A NEW BATTERY AND IT STARTED FINE FOR A FEW DAY'S THEN IT WOULD NOT START AND WHEN I ... A: Ralph, battery arcing is not an indication of a bad battery. It would seem to be a failed ground ... | |
| 2008 Yamaha V star 650 classic | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I recently put ape hangers on my bike and had to buy longer clutch, idle/throttle cables. I have ... A: David.... Check the cable routing from the throttle grip to the carburetors. If you can see the ... | |
| Stuck front brake | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 84 VT 700 Shadow and my front brack is stuck, the bike won't move forward even with power ... A: Jim, one or two things have happened to your bike's braking system. 1. The small bleed hole in the ... | |
| 85 honda shadow | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: my fuel pump runs if i hook up straight to the battery so i know something is wrong with the relay ... A: Paul, the ignition module controls the fuel pump relay. It will run the pump for a few seconds when ... | |
| Shocks | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I need to know what kind of smaller shocks I can use on 84 700 magna. A friend of mine used a atv ... A: Mark, I have amassed quite a bit of general Honda knowledge, however I haven't put a database of ATV ... | |
| Honda goldwing gl1200 interstate | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: battery isn't charging need help is mane mode of transportation. links to good service manuals would ... A: Noah, Do your troubleshooting in a logical sequence. ... | |
| 1972 CB500 electrical issue | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I've got a 1972 Honda CB500. Has been running great since I bought it (8 months). Today I was ... A: Jon-Michael, Go to an auto parts store and buy a cheap $5 12v test light with probe end and ground ... | |
| tail light fuse keeps blowing | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1980 honda cm400t which blows the tail light fuse every time i turn on the bike. i ... A: Alex, pull the seat off so you can check the wiring from the harness connectors back to the tail ... | |
| 1984 Honda Magna V45 fuel cut-off relay? | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1984 Honda Magna V45 that I am trying to get running. It has been sitting for approx. 8 ... A: Michael... http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-vf750c-v45-magna-1983-usa_model7608/partslist/F++18.html #18 ... | |
| white honda 50 scooter.......... | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: my father passed away and left a white honda 50 scooter-4 stroke engine in our care.i believe its ... A: Dave, the frame and engine numbers are near each other, assuming that you have a C100-C102 Honda ... | |
| Installed spark plug thread insert now kick starter is seized | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I bought a 1974 CB450 off a a guy. He stripped out one of the spark plug holes. I did some ... A: Dylan... verify that the spark plug insert wasn't hanging down into the combustion chamber and then ... | |
| 65 160 Throttle | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: . here is my problem.. i rode my cb160 all summer long, granted I had some condensor issues that i ... A: David.... Look at the tiny vent hole in the edge of the gas cap, just outside of the gasket area. ... | |
| CAM Cover SL350 | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a leak in my CAM cover. I took off the 4 screws, took off the nuts to the rocker arm ... A: Ken, loosen all the rocker arms, by rotating the shafts so that they move the rockers away from the ... | |
| 98 VALKYRIE NO START | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: After riding and parked for the night , the next day all motor does is spin, no nothing just spin, ... A: Dick, I can't say that I have any wrench time on a GL-based Valkyrie, but no spark conditions are ... | |
| Headlamp won't turn on, 81 Honda ct110 | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 81 Honda ct110. I have a problem with the Headlamp not coming on. I have removed the ... A: Alan, After 1975, all the street bike headlights came ON automatically when the ignition switch was ... | |
| Honda CB400A bogs down under load | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Honda CB400A hondamatic with 20k miles. It will start, idle, and rev great, but when ... A: Rod, what are your compression readings? The spark advance is electronically controlled, so needs ... | |
| 76 cb360 kickstart | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: There is a faint sound of gears grinding or slapping when the bike is in neutral, it gos away when ... A: Bin, Honda 350-360-450 twins all have similar kickstarter designs and issues. If the kickstarter ... | |
| 1986 honda fourtrax 125cc | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: how do you set the spark timing ( C.D.I ) A: It isn't designed to be adjustable after factory installation, however if you tore the top end off ... | |
| CL350 top end noise | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: Bill. Wonder if I can pick your brain again on my ‘71 CL350. The top end is uncomfortably noisy. ... A: Vince, I don't think you can replace the camshaft housing case with the engine in place. It might be ... | |
| 1966 Honda 305 Scrambler | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: Talked you a few days ago and I am restoring my Scrambler. I got it apart and don't know if I can ... A: Mike, I can put together a dual bike CD set for you, that covers most all of the steps (working ... | |
| Year of this Honda Dream | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Honda Dream I would like to find out the year of. The engine VIN is CA77E- 1019434, frame ... A: Teresa, Honda began the 7 digit serial numbers in 1965 production. Yours is 19,323 after the start ... | |
| honda repair | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I CHANGED THE ANTIFREEZE ON MY HONDA SHADOW VT750 1984 AFTER DOING SO IT SEEMS TO OVERHEAT AND BOIL ... A: Richard, you have to make sure that the system is completely full to the highest point on the ... | |
| voltage regulation | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1965 cb160. I check the voltage at the battery while running and always seem to get a ... A: Jerry, a permanent magnet charging system needs revs to make more volts, so you will see the voltage ... | |
| bike smoking | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Harley Davidson Electric Glide, and it has begin to smoke. The smoke is coming out of ... A: Lee, I don't know a lot about the brand, however the rear cylinder doesn't get the same cooling as ... | |
| carburetor / air box /rubber boot reinstall | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I took the carburetors out of a 1982 suzuki gs650gl out, cleaned everything and am trying to get it ... A: Robert, MrHonda will direct you to http://www.thegsresources.com/index.htm for more specifics on ... | |
| GoldWing, 1980, Intrst. Starter Probs | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: went out to start the bike 30min. ago. was riding fine yesterday. key on, started to crank then - ... A: Walt, Jump across the solenoid posts, so that you are directly connecting the battery to the ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB200T electric start issue? | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Honda CB200T that recently developed an issue with it's electric start. It used to ... A: Adam, hopefully the new battery was a good quality one and was fully charged before installation. ... | |
| Honda Cl70 1970 | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1970 Honda CL70, of which the rear sprocket has been getting progressively wobbly at the ... A: The rear sprocket is cushioned on rubber dampers. Unless the hub recesses for the dampers are ... | |
| Carburetor Question | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: Having damaged carburetor no.1 during cleaning and maintanace, this had to replaced. It was replaced ... A: Arwyn, the carbs are designed to be used as they are. You didn't give the year, but I looked up ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB750K crank oil seal | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1981 Honda CB750k and lost spark a 1/2 block from my house. I replaced the cdi's as they ... A: Pat... Breathe! Relax! The pulse generator coils are oil-cooled and there is nothing wrong with your ... | |
| Honda XL 175 broken kick start spindle | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1974 Honda XL175 K1 that I've been restoring for a year or so. I just finished it a couple ... A: Trevor, the process takes up about 10 pages in a shop manual. I don't have the space here to add in ... | |
| Honda CL100 shifting issues | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: Bill I just bought a 1971 CL100 that will shift into low gear while engine is running and back to ... A: Ernie... You only need about an 1/8" free play at the clutch lever. If you have too much slack, the ... | |
| 1983 honda magna outpur gear case | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: the seal on the output gear case is shot how can i change it without removing the motor its all ... A: Richard... Magna V45 or V65? In most cases, you can replace the seal without a motor teardown, ... | |
| my 1985 honda 110 atc | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: . I recently just took my carb off for cleaning and now when I drive it, its seems to have lost ... A: Jason, What kind of "cleaning" did you do with the carburetor? Did you completely strip the ... | |
| used engines | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1984 yam virago 1000 can i replace the blown motor with an 1100 motor where can i find ono ... A: Micheal... Tough question for "MrHonda"! Try these links, instead.... ... | |
| carb problem | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda Nighthawk (cb450sc). It runs, but doesn't have good power, and doesn't ... A: Andrew, the accelerator pump is there for a reason. If it isn't spraying a little squirt into the ... | |
| Honda Benley - adjust clutch | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: Bill, A friend of mine has a 1969 Honda Benley and it runs but the clutch sticks. He bump statrts ... A: Ron, Just drain the oil, buy a clutch cover gasket, remove the cover and clean the plates. Usually ... | |
| Restore Honda | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: Mr Silver, I have a 1975 Honda CB360T: VIN CB360 210177 or Eng CB360E 2101784 Bike was kept in a ... A: Not sure we have space here to "restore a motorcycle" with full instructions! Anytime you are ... | |
| 1962 honda trail 55 | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: No spark at plug, no spark at points. the 6 volt battery is new, does it have enough juice to pop ... A: Sam.... Use the C100 wiring diagram here: ... | |
| adjusting clutch | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: where and how do i adjust my clutch on a 84 yamaha venture 1200 A: Joe, based on a quick search, it appears that the clutch is hydraulically operated, thus no ... | |
| GL500I Engine straining | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: Glad your available, Here's the issue; My engine seems to be straining in 5th gear at about 50mph ... A: Jeff, certainly any excessive rotational drag is harmful to the engine and the bike and maybe you if ... | |
| Clutch cable repair replace question | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: Bike is a 73 CL450 scrambler. This is my first bike. I am basic skills level (can use tools and ... A: Robert, this is not going to be an open heart surgery experience for you.... but it isn't a walk in ... | |
| 1986 Honda Shadow VT700C - no clutch | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: Suddenly today I had a very weak clutch when compressed. I have bled the clutch as read about on ... A: Grady, think of the hydraulic clutch the same as the brake system. You have a master cylinder which ... | |
| 73 CB750 sputter | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1973 CB750 with about 32000 miles that I’ve put a lot of effort into, but I am still having ... A: Brent, if you are still using stock jets with straight pipes and/or air filter changes, you are ... | |
| re: cb400a | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: This is in reference to the 78 cb400a with the cdi problem. I got my hands on a timing light and ... A: I would stay with the CB400T series parts, especially if the plugs don't fit readily. The CDI for an ... | |
| 1996 Suzuki RM 125 | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: Can someone please tell me how to install a clutch on a Suzuki RM 125? The 6 bolts and springs; are ... A: Randy, the bolts bottom out when the washers hit the tops of the spring stands. Just torque them as ... | |
| Yamaha MX100 1980 something | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I know that you said you like to deal with Honda's but i read an answer that you submitted, and i ... A: Taylor.. yeah, not my favorite subject...... Pull the exhaust pipe and head to see if there was ... | |
| carb adjustment on Honda Trail 90 (1974) | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I need to speed up the idle speed. The carburetor has two adjustment screws on its side. Which screw ... A: Jim, the idle speed screw just screws into the carburetor body and pushes the slide upwards, which ... | |
| cb400a | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Honda cb400a. I recently had the carbs rebuild buy a pro and rejetted for air filter ... A: Carlos, I have to retract an earlier statement, as I was looking at the wrong carb chart for the ... | |
| cb400a | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Honda cb400a. I recently had the carbs rebuild buy a pro and rejetted for air filter ... A: Stock sizes are 75/125 so fine for stock exhaust/intake. Probably need to go up to 78/80 primary ... | |
| cb400a | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Honda cb400a. I recently had the carbs rebuild buy a pro and rejetted for air filter ... A: Carlos, I worked at a Honda shop in 1980 and we saw a lot of the 400T series machines. A Honda rep ... | |
| 1971 Honda 750 | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I've been working on a Honda 750. It won't start. I've cleaned out just about everything I can ... A: Wesley, You need to start with a foundation check first. Does it have compression and how much? ... | |
| 84 Honda Magna 700cc 4-clylinder | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: First off I'd like to say thank you for spending time to answer this question. I'll give you the ... A: Gary, it sounds like you have done a great job of going through the electrical/ignition system. ... | |
| 1971 sl175 starting issues | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1971 Honda sl175. I've been restoring this bike for a while and a couple days ago made an ... A: Tyler... sounds like the same problem a guy called me about the other day..... Carb slides are in ... | |
| cdi ingniter box | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: this is a nonhonda ? but thinks it general with most all bikes ok my ? is if a igniter box goes bad ... A: Andy... generic questions get generic answers..... You have to remember that a CDI system needs a ... | |
| 1982 Honda cm450e exhaust | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I recently removed the exhaust from my 1982 Honda cm450e to clean and paint it. It is a 2 to one ... A: John, maintaining a tight fitting exhaust system is a key part of a good performing machine. ... | |
| bucking at just on gas,cruising at low rpm. | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: i have a 82 v45 honda magna. i changed the oil and it never worked right again. at cruising speeds ... A: Dana, changing the oil should never be a factor in the bike's performance, unless you didn't put any ... | |
| 2001 honda shadow won't start | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: Silver, my 2001 honda shadow 750 ace won't start without me jumpin the battery from my car. once i ... A: Jenny... First, the battery must be fully charged and able to pass a "load test" before you move ... | |
| removal of rear sprocket bushings in hub | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I need to know the proper procedure (and tool) for removing the rear sprocket bushing assemblies ... A: Bob, I'm not sure if there is a procedure in Honda's shop manual for bushing removals in a blind ... | |
| 82' Honda V45 Magna | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: My buddy just got a the bike and it will not run with the choke off or will not run past 2K with the ... A: Kent, assuming that all 4 cylinders have spark and good compression, then the carb rack will have to ... | |
| 1972 CB500 Overheating? | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1972 Cb500, it's my first CB and I'm trying to restore it. It runs good at night or early ... A: Mark.... First, do a tune-up on it. Adjust the valves (.002" intake and .003" exhaust) and camchain ... | |
| compression test | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: ANSWER: Gamalier, I think that you are asking if the compression test results are okay, correct? ... A: If you removed the limit caps on the idle mixture screws, you can adjust them to make the idle ... | |
| '83 Honda CB650 electrical | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I turn the key on and no lights, no horn, no starting. Battery charged, all connections seem okay, ... A: Darryl, Get a cheap test light from the auto parts store, so you can trace the voltage flow, ... | |
| 82 yamaha xs 400 | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: i got this bike used, its got 110 and 115 compression but it should still run. its got spark on both ... A: Tom, a Honda has color-coded wiring, so the coil wiring issue would have been more noticeable. ... | |
| '83 Honda CB650 electrical | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I turn the key on and no lights, no horn, no starting. Battery charged, all connections seem okay, ... A: Darryl... Look carefully at this illustration... not the best, but gives you an idea. ... | |
| wheel and brake replacement | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: would like to get rid of rear drum brakes on my 81 cx500. can you swap wheels from a cx turbo model ... A: Deron.... are you planning to roadrace this bike? Triple disc brakes is kind of overkill on a ... | |
| 1975 honda cb200t petcock issues | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: When I'm riding my 1975 honda cb200t I have the petcock turned to the "on" position. Randomly it ... A: Issac.... here is the petcock in exploded view: ... | |
| honda 1979 cb650z | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: i have developed a backfire problem on tick over,i have not used the bike for 1 week,and all i have ... A: Graham, assuming that your model is somewhat related to this one: ... | |
| 1986 vf500f | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: i was actually hoping you could answer a couple of questions. The first one is, when i push the ... A: Ben, the faint clicking is from either a very low battery state of charge and/or a faulty starter ... | |
| 78 cb750 | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I want to take apart my tach to replace a cracked lens. whats the trick.? A: Roger.... is the lens FLAT or convex? If it isn't flat glass you won't be able to find anything like ... | |
| c100 weak spark | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I am struggling to start a 1964 Honda C100, I am getting a spark at the plug but only if I hold the ... A: Kieran, Are you using a fresh spark plug to do your testing? If not, try a new one. Yours could be ... | |
| 1978honda hawk t2 | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: starts fine but will not take throttle load also appears to be running rich how do i lean mix A: Randy... early model Hawk series bikes had a lot of issues with stator/pulse generator coils, which ... | |
| Honda CT90 | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1970 Honda CT90 motorcycle. When I go to start the cycle it revs up so loud that I adjust ... A: Sam, your old carb may have been fine with some good cleaning and adjusting. The gas from the ... | |
| sparkplug gap | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: what is the spark plug gap for a 1994 xr80r and will the exhaust leaking where it going in to the ... A: Greg, the spark plugs come out of the box at about .026-.028" which is fine for your bike. Any ... | |
| CB900 custom main bearings | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I want to replace my main bearings and according to the manual I need to cross reference the codes ... A: Tim, the chart cross reference is here, but probably the same as your manual. ... | |
| 1966 CB160 | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you know how many teeth originally came on the rear sprocket for a cb160. I'm ... A: Tobi.. Yep, it can be confusing... ... | |
| Idle problems | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda CM250C belt drive that sat for 20 years with gas in it. I have totally cleaned ... A: Lesa, I watched and listened to your video. Did you disassemble the carburetor completely and clear ... | |
| 1983 shovel head motorcycle fxsb | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: transmission shifter is stuck on second or thirg gear and will not engege in any other gear or ... A: Michael, I don't know a thing about this brand, but if it is stuck between gears, either something ... | |
| v45 q until Wayne comes back? | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: just in case you may know the answer...i have read a lot of the other Q's and A's in Waynes zone,but ... A: Eric... sorry about the delay. Message got lost in my email box for awhile. Actually, I have had a ... | |
| XL250R Engines Dies | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I am experiencing my engines dies after about 5 minutes of riding. I immediately thought it was a ... A: Grant, the valve clearances are only .003"- .004" in/exhaust, I think. If they are tight, the motor ... | |
| 82 yamaha xs 400 | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: i got this bike used, its got 110 and 115 compression but it should still run. its got spark on both ... A: Tom, 110-115 compression is really marginal. Either the rings are worn out, valves are too tight or ... | |
| '03 Honda Shadow ACE 750 | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: In March the bike started acting like I had gotten bad fuel and bogging down till it stalled. Then a ... A: Craig.... ... | |
| 250 honda shadow 1985 | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: i'd like to know what the process is to replace the rear wheel of bike, would you have a video ... A: Okay, Sam... You had me a little confused with the 1985 Honda Shadow at first. If you are ordering ... | |
| '83 gold wing carbs | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: Do you know what the technical name for the white plastic tube that sends fuel between the carbs ... A: Charles.... Can offer you a couple of info options... 1. ... | |
| 1971 Honda CB350 Charging Issues | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: i cleaned the carbs, cleaned the plugs, drained the tanks, basically got it to start. the bike ... A: Mike... Here is a wiring diagram for reference... ... | |
| 1982 Honda cm250 | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Ok I'm not sure if you remember me but I'm the guy that is building a buggy from this bike that got ... A: Erik, the coil wires are manufactured into the coils. In some cases you an work the joint loose with ... | |
| Yamaha PW50 | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: My son is at an age that he is asking to ride motorcycles. His uncle, my brother gave us his sons ... A: Mark, if the engine doesn't turn over, most likely the piston has seized in the cylinder bore. Could ... | |
| 1982 Honda cm250 | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: Ok I'm not sure if you remember me but I'm the guy that is building a buggy from this bike that got ... A: Erik, the plugs come out of the box gapped properly for most applications. Should be around .026" ... | |
| pe wee 50 | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: when i try to kick start my bike it doesnt give presure until i do it like 4 times why is that is it ... A: Emun... The oil in the motor is only for the transmission gears. It is a 2-stroke engine, which has ... | |
| 83 magna carburetors | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: Bill thank you for being an expert to, maybe, help me. 1st the set-up. I have an 1983 V45 Magna: ... A: Beau, in general the differences between carb body IDs like this are in the calibration, but not ... | |
| 1974 - 360 honda | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: 1974 honda cl 360. i cleaned the jets in the carbs and the bike ran unbelievably great for a minute ... A: Tony, you probably ran out of fuel.... and/or fouled a spark plug. Either the gas cap vent hole is ... | |
| Honda 305 Scramblers 66&67 | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I got them both running but neither would take a full throttle. They would hesitate and cough. I am ... A: Joe.... You might try to connect with other 305 owners at the Yahoo Group (honda305) to see if there ... | |
| 1986 yamaha virago | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: i bought a Yamaha virago 1986 it set for 4 years don't no all the history body in somewhat good ... A: Paula, there are a number of ways to treat rusted fuel tanks. The extent of the rust will determine ... | |
| Carb 1979 Honda CM185T | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: What are the correct settings for idle mixture screws for a carb from a 1979 Honda CM185T and can ... A: Carl, the horizontal screw at the middle of the carb body moves the slide up and down...changing ... | |
| wiring diagram | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Bill ,not to much experiance on tha net [or spelling] I`m looking for the wire diagram for 1984 ... A: James.... You are off a good 11-15 years on the year. CB350 models were built from 1968 to 1973. ... | |
| Neutral indicator | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a Honda CBR 125RW and as it is my first motorcycle, I am still adjusting to the ... A: Devon, unfortunately I can't find any parts manuals with exploded views of your engine. However, do ... | |
| Yamaha Virago 750 | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 96 Virago 750 that I won in the divorce. I really like this bike and just got the the ... A: Pam, this is obviously not a Honda question, however whoever "replaced the carbs" needs to check ... | |
| replaced water pump and wont start | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I Have an 2003 Suzuki VL800. I recently changed the water pump and put evertyhing back. I have ... A: Steve, you need air, fuel, compression and spark to make the engine operate. According to the ... | |
| Electrical Problem | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda XL500R with very low miles. The bike was stored inside a garage and drained of ... A: Raymond... Here is a Honda OEM manual page section with troubleshooting steps. ... | |
| cb350 engine rebuild | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1971 cb350 K3 with about 5500 miles on it. I found that it was shooting fuel out the air ... A: Pete.... Did you install NEW o-rings on the rocker arm shafts? Old o-rings can get hardened and ... | |
| charging problems | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: stator and rectifier. And I recharged my battery last night and started the bike today I road it for ... A: Danny, well I am not god, but might be able to help give you some directions about how to tackle ... | |
| kawasaki bayou 300 starter | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: the starter will not the bike turn over but makes a clicking sound (at the solenoid i think) when i ... A: Nacho, the starting system consists of the battery (fully charged and able to pass a load test), the ... | |
| starter problems | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: Bill here I am again I have the 1984 650 nighthawk and when I push the starter button it just clicks ... A: James, when the starter just clicks, generally it is a solenoid problem, if you are sure that the ... | |
| GR650 Vibration | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a '83 Suzuki GR650 Tempter with 4100 miles. It has developed a high frequency vibration that ... A: Pete, I had to look up info on this model, as it is not a Honda and not a model I have encountered ... | |
| baffles | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: how do i remove the baffle from a 2004 suzuki vl800, and will i need to rejet the carb. A: Jerry, they are not removable. They are usually welded in and/or riveted. If you feel a burning need ... | |
| suzuki intruder | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: please help i'm new to the bike world and i just a bought a 94 intruder 1400 back in april and i've ... A: Henry.... "Hearing gas in the tank" isn't the same as checking to see if it has to go on reserve ... | |
| cb650z | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a cb650z partially restored, having now finished the restoration i tried to fire ... A: Richard, the rocker arm cover bolts are all 6mm x 1.0 pitch threads. Very common on motorcycles and ... | |
| electrical problems! | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: i've got a 75 honda 550F that is having some electrical trouble. previously the bike was running ok. ... A: Rick, Sounds like you could write a book on the possibilities. See wiring diagram on site below and ... | |
| single cylinder not firing has fuel, spark, and compression | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1980 CB650 C. Cylinder #4 is not firing at any speed and the exhaust drop remains cold even ... A: Peter... normal compression for a Honda 650 Four is about 175 psi. You are down 40-50psi, unless you ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB360T Issues | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 75 Honda CB360T that was given to me by my uncle after sitting in a barn for over 20 years. ... A: Brandon, bringing these bikes back to life is an exercise in patience and careful observance of all ... | |
| Motorcycle problems | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: and i am having trouble starting my 250 Honda Rebel. I tried starting it to simply run the engine ... A: Nick, if you have no neutral light or other lights, then the battery has been drained down from ... | |
| turn signal light stuck on | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: I recently got a v star 650. I have had the bike for a couple months and no problems. On my way to ... A: Grant, I am not familiar with Yamaha electrics. In the past, they used all kinds of relays and ... | |
| Ignition modules melting | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1980 Honda CB650C and when I removed the seat, I noticed that black tar like material was ... A: Tanya, First, the ignition modules (spark units) often show signs of gooey tar/black stuff coming ... | |
| Honda SL 350 K1 carb | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I rebuilt a Honda SL 350 K1 including the carbs. It runs good under throttle but won't idle. The ... A: Bill, if you have these carbs: ... | |
| 1985 Honda Goldwing Aspencade | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem with my turn signals.They work when you start the bike%26 then they stop once you ... A: I assume you have the digital dash feature on your bike. I am not a GW expert. A quick search ... | |
| 1975 honda cb360t | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I am replacing the cam chain guide .What holds the bottom of the guide in place.It hangs from the ... A: Duane... see illustrations here: ... | |
| help | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: i have a yamaha maxim 650 had been keeping on storage for tree years yesterday i tried to start it ... A: Guinel... the carburetors need an overhaul, as well as checking the whole fuel system for old ... | |
| DR370 Suzuki point gap settings | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1978 DR370 Suzuki. This was given to my teenage son. The person that gave it to us. Tells ... A: Al, setting points is a 2 step process. First you turn the crankshaft/points cam until the points ... | |
| Hyosung 250 | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I Have a 2004 Hyosung Alphasport 250 and it keeps cutting off while of driving down the road... The ... A: Mike, I don't have any references for your bike, as far as parts goes. If it has a vacuum operated ... | |
| Honda CM450E Front Seals | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: What are the risks (if any) of riding a motorcycle whose front seals have leaked? Other than a ... A: Kirk, would you drive your car around with bad shocks? In this case, the lack of oil in the forks ... | |
| 1999 honda xr100 timing | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: ive been trying to figure out what position to set the "o" on the cam gear in order to time it in. ... A: Matthew, If you haven't bent the valves by having out of time, here is the easy procedure. Piston ... | |
| clutch adjustment | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: Hi Bill I have a 1984 Honda nighthawk 650 and when I put it in gear it lurches forward when I pull ... A: Jim, there is no adjustment on a hydraulic clutch 650, assuming that this is a CB650SC model. First ... | |
| 2005 honda trx 90 | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: This liyyle bike idles perfect after ypu let it warm up for about 30 minutes but wont idle at all ... A: James. I don't do much with ATV series bikes. The 90 engines have been built for years, however. ... | |
| trx 90 | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: Could you tell me the torque specs of the clutch lifter bolts on the 2006 trx 90? just rebuilt ... A: Joey, I don't have access to TRX 90 info, but there are known values for the bolts that you are ... | |
| honda magna vf750c ` 82 rc09 | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I own a honda magna vf750c ` 82 rc09 and I try to change the O ring from the final driven gear .The ... A: Cosmin... see drawings here: ... | |
| 1983 Honda CM450E seat attachment | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I've had this 1983 Honda CM450E for about 2 1/2 years now, using it to commute 40 miles each way on ... A: Kirk, the photos didn't come through, so I am a little in the dark about your question/problem. ... | |
| 1986 Honda 250ES Big Red 3 wheeler | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: Took apart the carb cleaned it...put it back on..now it will only run with the choke on full. When ... A: Tim, it sounds like perhaps you flushed some dirty fuel back into the carburetor after the clean-out ... | |
| Honda 125 | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm putting a cb500 big bore sleeve into a 125 with a cb750 piston, old time stuff says single valve ... A: Mike... gotta clarify if you are speaking about SOHC vs DOHC pistons or something else?? The ... | |
| 78 cb750f charging issue | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: The bike is kick start only and only has a head light and a led tail/brake light. The issue i am ... A: Mike.. from the www.sohc.net site: Testing of the excited-field coil charging systems: Three-phase ... | |
| 1966 Honda S65 | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: Just got this and am going to restore this and use it as a grocery getter. When I looked at the ... A: Dan, there is a wiring diagram here: http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring.php#class ... | |
| points | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: Silver. Im troubleshooting a rebuild I have been working on. It's a 1973 cb350g. The ignition and ... A: Nate.... Did you take the spark advancer apart? You have a 50-50 chance of putting it back right ... | |
| 1980 Honda CB650 | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1980 Honda CB650 with pretty low miles. I got it very cheap because the ... A: Nick, Each component needs to be checked carefully before replacement, so you don't waste money on ... | |
| 1979 honda cx500c | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a 79 honda cx500c and the idle is a bit high at about 1800- 2000 rpm. I tride adjusting the ... A: David... Make sure that the choke cable isn't hanging up. It has a fast idle function when the knob ... | |
| 86 rebel 450 shifter sticks | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1986 Rebel 450 that, at higher temperature and harder riding, tends to have the shifter ... A: Kevin..... any number of things come to mind about sticking shifters.... 1. Bent shift shaft, due ... | |
| 1987 Honda VF700C Magna Carbs overflowing | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: This bike has been sitting for about 2 years. Emptied the fuel tank and ran carb cleaner in the ... A: Well Bryan, you are in for an adventure. Sitting bikes develop a lot of aging issues, such as your ... | |
| 1979 Honda XL250s | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I got this bike for a case of beer from a buddy..to find out the Cam chain broke..no big deal..But I ... A: Andrew, http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-xl250s-79-us_model7690/partslist/E++02.html #2? Honda ... | |
| SL100 head on SL125 | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Bill- thanks for the help earlier about replacing the timing sprocket on the SL125 crank (i did it ... A: Bob, the combustion chamber is beveled on the edges to accept the larger bore of the 125 piston and ... | |
| (Lock?) Nut size needed | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a '72 Honda CB350. Ok, this sounds silly, but I can't seem to find the size nut that I need. ... A: Sara, Well usually the dimensions on most common nuts are coded into the part number system. I ... | |
| Top end seens noisy | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: Bill Hi, I am in San Diego and have a 1970 Honda Sl350 KO. I just got it running and it seems to ... A: Craig.... I am back in SD now, mostly working on 305s lately. "Top end noisy" can be a couple of ... | |
| 83 VT750C Fuel Shutoff Relay | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: My bike has sat for a few years. I'm trying to bring it back to life. Checking voltage going to the ... A: Tom, try bypassing the fuel pump relay so the pump gets a full 12v to the input line. The pump is ... | |
| 1972 CB 100 | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I need a carburetor for my 1972 CB100 and I'm curious what over models I could potentially pull the ... A: Carson, The small 22mm carburetor was used on all CB/CL100, CB/CL125 and XL100 models, as I recall. ... | |
| clutch problem | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an 83 VF750F with a clutch problem. Rebuilt the master cyl movement at the slave is about ... A: Bill, it is likely that the clutch pack is stuck together from sitting so long. You will have to ... | |
| cb350 engine rebuild | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1971 cb350 K3 with about 5500 miles on it. I found that it was shooting fuel out the air ... A: Pete... did you do the compression test with carbs mounted or not? Throttle held wide open or not? ... | |
| 1979 cb750 | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I find some times my bike won't idle very well but is fine when I rev it up today I am having a no ... A: Don.... "won't idle very well" could be any number of things. Is it firing on all cylinders at idle ... | |
| my 1972 honda cb 350 | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: i have a Honda CB 350 and the motor is freeze what can i do to unfreeze my bike. thanks A: Ken, if the pistons are stuck in the cylinder bores, it is due to rust and corrosion. In some cases, ... | |
| My headlight on my 1994 honda cbr 600 dems when at idle | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: My headlight dims when at idle and gets brighter when i start riding then when i start to slow down ... A: Micheal, Do a load test on the battery first, then do a charging system check. The charging ... | |
| honda cb350 starter | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Silver, I have a 1973 Honda cb350g. The starter is not working. I have measured the brush sizes and ... A: Nate.... If you jump across the two big starter solenoid posts, back by the battery, you should be ... | |
| engine dies | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: sharp turn of front wheel engine kills.strighten front wheel 2in to center engine will fire right ... A: Richard.... a little mention of year make and model would have been helpful. If your bike has an ... | |
| Brake and shifting issue | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Yamaha maxim XJ 650 and I have two questions you might be able to shed some light on. ... A: Danny... not a Maxim expert, but if you have drum brakes on the back, then the brake cam is sticking ... | |
| 1884 Honda nighthawk cb700sc l. front turn signal | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: The rubber stay for the left front signal light is broken, where do I unplug the signal light wires ... A: Randall, I think you will find the wiring connections beneath/behind the headlight/fairing unit. ... | |
| 1981 Yamaha 750 virago | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: since it is an older bike thought you might be able to help. My 1981 750 Virago is in very nice ... A: Ken, it sounds like it is oil fouling, rather than fuel fouling the spark plug. Depending on the ... | |
| humo en escapes | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: bill-tengo una shadow vt750c 83 trabaje las tapas bloke limpie los carburadores cuando monte todo ... A: This isn't getting any easier... bill - shadow vt750c 1983-corri the motorcycle and the smoke ... | |
| 2000 honda cbr 600 f4 | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: my cbr was running yesterday I went to start it today and started back firing it persisted until it ... A: Kirk.... I assume you changed the stator due to charging system failure. Did you fully charge the ... | |
| humo en escapes | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: bill-tengo una shadow vt750c 83 trabaje las tapas bloke limpie los carburadores cuando monte todo ... A: Gamalier... Wow, this is the first Spanish question I have had and my Spanish isn't very good. I ... | |
| carb | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: i change out my jets,main,float,and clean the carb.is starst one crank but i cant find the right ... A: Desmond.. the screw on the side is the idle speed screw. Normally, it is turned out until it isn't ... | |
| timing marks | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: i can't seem to find the timing marks under the side cover on my 83 honda shadow vt750c.my front ... A: Anthony... there are a couple of ways to approach this situation. 1. Remove the stator cover, if ... | |
| HONDA CB750K STARTING PROBLEMS | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: you have helped me alot in the past, from posted answers and directly from you. I have hard ... A: Ed... Looking at the other illustrations for the carburetors: ... | |
| splitting the cam case | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1986 honda XR250, the kick starter spindle tip was broken off when i bought it, as a result ... A: If you have stripped the entire engine down to the crankcases/lower end, then they should come apart ... | |
| HONDA CB750K STARTING PROBLEMS | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: you have helped me alot in the past, from posted answers and directly from you. I have hard ... A: Ed, reading between the lines, I am guessing that this is a DOHC Honda 750K model, but I don't know ... | |
| Honda C72E | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: We have found an old Honda C72E. It's remarkably complete. We can see the engine number but at ... A: Gordon, the frame number is stamped down on the left side of the frame, behind the engine, where the ... | |
| Honda '71 scrambler 350 points | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: Hey. So I've been working on this bike for quite some time, and I can't seem to fix it's backfiring ... A: Dan, setting the ignition timing requires several steps.... I recommend removing the point plate, ... | |
| ignition switch compatibility | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: Is The ignition switch on a 79 Honda cx500 compatible with the pinout on a 78 cx500 wiring harness? ... A: Tim.... the 78-79 switches should be identical, thus interchangeable. There are switch repair ... | |
| 1984 nighthawk | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: When I run this bike for any length of time it will not restart if the engine is hot. i replaced the ... A: Jered... which version Nighthawk? 650 or 700? Do you mean that it turns over and doesn't start, ... | |
| CB750 1975 | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: My starter is stuck on. When the key is turned on the starter does too. The Bike has not had much ... A: Bob, the starter solenoids are rarely at fault in cases like this, but it is always an outside ... | |
| 1985 VT700 starter button | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I can't get my bike to crank using the starter button. It worked for about 4 or 5 short time cranks ... A: Bud, the starter button does two functions.... button out HEADLIGHT ON. Button pushed IN.. headlight ... | |
| 1974 cl 360 | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: bill i took the cover off where my clutch cable goes to the push rod was tring to clean it up had ... A: Mike... here is the illustration for the parts: ... | |
| engine paint color | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm restoring a '67 Honda CL160, Silver and Black. On many of the picture I've seen, the engine side ... A: Ed, the kickstarter and clutch covers were painted a kind of flat silver aluminum. We used to paint ... | |
| 860 VT700C w/ V+H pipes: sputters etc | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I bought this bike last year. Pervious owner installed V+H pipes. The bike hesitates, sometimes ... A: Cindy, usually all you need to do is to go up one size on the main jets, put a thin washer under the ... | |
| ct70 air fuel mixture | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I just got a CT70 for the kids, I cleaned the carb, and now am having problems with setting the ... A: Betty, You didn't say what year model the CT70 is. They have been making them since 1970... here is ... | |
| 62 honda dream 305 | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: ..i was wondering what would cause the bike 2 keep blowing sparkplugs....i put sparkplug in runs for ... A: Darin, the Bike/Engine is 1962 production... #2483 motor, anyway. The single coil is double ended ... | |
| 83 honda cm250c no spark | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1983 HOnda cm 250c with no spark. Coil and pulse generator checks out. All wiring and ... A: Greg, it would have been helpful for me to know the values of the coil and pulse generator. ... | |
| Speedometers | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I need to know if a speedometer from a 74 cb350 will work on my 81 cm400 A: Austin, I don't have a definitive answer for you. That is a question that was never asked before. ... | |
| 1974 Honda CB250 | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I recently washed my 1974 Honda and on the way home it was bogging out like it was out of gas. ... A: Andrew, I am trying to figure out what kind of CB250 you own built in 1974. There were CB350 twins ... | |
| '78 Honda CM-185T leaking gas | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I just recently bought this bike and after replacing the battery and spraying out the intake of the ... A: Tommy.... Pretend it is in for a major service..... Adjust the valves ... .002" cold in/ex check ... | |
| 1982 honda cm250 | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: Well iv been messing with this thing for a while. I finally tore the clutch apart again and found it ... A: Erik, If the shift shaft was welded then broke, you have to remove the clutch so you an push the ... | |
| honda 74 MT 125 Elsnor | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: My son has this bike and it ran last yr. We got it out of storage this week end and it has very weak ... A: Chris, magneto ignitions need very clean point contact faces to ensure maximum spark. After that ... | |
| Gas Tank | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: So I have many years of fab experience, but I have just begun to work on motorcycles. I have a ... A: Jared, there are several ways to ensure that the tank is cleared of fumes. One is dry ice! ... | |
| Honda gas leak into crankcase | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: 1983 Honda Ascot VT500 when bike is running "or not" with gas tank petcock open gas leaks into ... A: Roy, the whole fuel system needs to be checked, cleaned and secured with new parts. The vacuum ... | |
| 1979 CB400ti idle | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 1979 cb400ti, and I've got two related questions. there is a peculiar thing ... A: Ben, Because the engine only has a single coil, it has to have a wasted spark, doesn't it? :>) The ... | |
| Correct Seat Strap Buckles | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: Bill: I keep seeing seat strap buckles for cl72's They are always the wrong ones. I have a ... A: Ted, there seems to be a lot of confusion over seat strap buckles, for sure. There are small ones ... | |
| 1981 Hondamatic | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: Hey do you know much about these models? You may have seen a few. I just bought one and I have not ... A: Jared, probably not the easiest way to introduce yourself to motorcycling, but I'm sure it can be ... | |
| 83 v65 magna 1100 clutch problem | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: the bike was nocked over by a little kid broke the clutch handle replaced the handle but when ... A: William, The only way the clutch master cylinder plunger can come out is if the snap ring breaks, ... | |
| 1985 Honda VT700c | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have just obtained a 1985 Honda VT700c Shadow, the guy that had owned said that it ran and was ... A: Daniel.... Check it for spark, first. If no spark, then make sure that the KILL switch on the ... | |
| Set timing to pw80 yamaha | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: My son's 2003 pw80 yamaha starts and idles but bogs out when accelerating. Maint manual suggest ... A: Jerry, the microfiche at ... | |
| Idling issues | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I read your answer about the 1970 cb350 having idling issues and high RPM. Sounds like the same ... A: TJ.... Do the simple stuff first.... Make sure the valves and camchain are adjusted properly. ... | |
| Bike won't turn over | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1986 Honda Shadow VT 700. Was riding good last year then the battery went dead, charged it ... A: Charlie.... Doesn't say a lot for the dealership's repair department, if they are "guessing" at the ... | |
| 1981 cm400e | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: my odometer works but my speedometer will only read about 30 when your going about 60 A: Gary, the most likely possibilities are that a: The bike has been altered with a different ... | |
| CL72 | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: Bill, When you synchronize carbs,do you open the throttle with engine off and take slack out of ... A: Terry, The way I usually synch the carbs is to drop the float bowls and unscrew the main jet ... | |
| 1964 CL72 | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: Bill, The cl72 I purchased seems to be in great shape. Where can I purchase the cross over fuel ... A: Terry, Will try to answer your questions in order here: There are Ebay sellers who supply the ... | |
| 1989 fzr 600 no spark issue | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a 89 fzr 600 and i had been riding it for a while and decided to park it the battery died and ... A: John, not really my brand or type of motorcycle. If you jumped the battery you probably damaged it ... | |
| atv | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: my 2004 500 Honda Rubicon misses really bad while backing up A: Adam, I don't get involved with ATV and water craft. It it runs fine going forward, perhaps it is a ... | |
| Honda-CB160 year by Vin. #? | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a Honda-CB160 & would like to know what year this is & what years they made this ... A: Dan, Honda began making CB160s in 1965 using 7 digit serial numbers, which they used on all the ... | |
| 1984 honda interceptor v four 500 | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I put a used fuel pump on ,but the only time the fuel seems too move is when i hit the on off switch ... A: Ronald, the fuel system is designed to briefly prime the carburetors, then shut down until the motor ... | |
| Running between 5000 and 6000 rpm | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: However, between 5000 rpm and 6000 rpm is a struggle. It will pull through eventually but takes its ... A: Dex, the 250-350 carburetors need some careful care and correct parts to run properly. ... | |
| 78 honda400 carbs | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: i dont get gas to both carbs. i cleaned both and the carb that has no gas line going to it gets no ... A: Jesse, take the float bowl off and release the float downwards so the needle drops down out of the ... | |
| 1985 nighthawk 700sc | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I need help with draining the tank and the carb to remove whatever they used to sabatage my car from ... A: Aris... sorry to hear someone has been messing with your bike. ... | |
| 1975 Honda Xl175 | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Honda xl175, one day my brother was trying to kick it over and the kick start pedal ... A: Nick, there is good information here: http://www.dansmc.com/valveclearence.htm ... | |
| frozen pistons in caliper | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: how do I unfreeze the frozen pistons in the caliper of a 1987 Honda Rebel? A: Chuck, rebuild the master cylinder so it can maximize the fluid pressure, if it is not in good shape ... | |
| 1975 Honda Xl175 | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Honda xl175, one day my brother was trying to kick it over and the kick start pedal ... A: Nick, this part is the weakness in these models. The design and part number are unique to this ... | |
| 1971 sl350 Honda runs rough at low speeds/some backfire | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have been working on my 1971 Honda sl. Great bike. I replaced the points, plugs, plug wire caps, ... A: Bill.... Start with the basics... you've adjusted the valves, so check the compression. Should be in ... | |
| cleaning carbs | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: A nice (old) bike for sale, '78 honda750, guy says he owned it since '78, lol, and claims it just ... A: John, a factory shop manual would probably be beneficial for you, if you choose to do this yourself. ... | |
| 1984 Honda CT110 | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: Bike ran terribly with a scrap carb. Put on a new one and it wont even fire. Are new ones factory ... A: Tim, did your "new one" come from Honda and was it a Keihin brand unit? What was the part number? ... | |
| MY 1964 Honda CL72 | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Bill actually 2 questions. One-an article I read said there was a gearbox ratio difference between ... A: CL72 questions....!!!! Bring them on! :>) Terry, Some people have written the the transmission ... | |
| 2001 honda 1100 starting | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: Tried to start honda turned over several times then just clicking. I replaced dead battery and when ... A: Richard, when you press the start button, it automatically cuts off the headlight until you release ... | |
| slow turn signals | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Bill, i have a 1974 honda cb550 that has been in storage for a number of years! The turn signals ... A: Gene, I would check all the turn signal bulb connections in the wiring harness, plus the ground ... | |
| my honda crf 80 | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a 2005 honda crf 80cc, and i bought it off of my friend about a week ago, and its been ... A: Nick, I would clean the fuel tank and carburetor out first, refilling with fresh fuel. Pull the ... | |
| troubleshooting ignition on 81 yamaha xs 650 | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: i was going down freway. No spit. No sputter. Just dead. No spark. How do i test coil? What about ... A: Jim, I am not a Yamaha expert, but found that there is lots of info elsewhere on the web... ... | |
| 1964 Honda CT200 | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I am restoring this cycle and need to remove the clutch. In looking at parts diagrams it appears ... A: David, well it does look like a C/CA200 clutch with the two screws holding the outer plate in place. ... | |
| 1975 Honda XL250K2 keyed ignition switch | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm having difficulty finding an original ignition switch for my 75 Honda XL250K2. Is there an ... A: Bob, it seems to be a hard to find part... superseded number is: 35010-361-017 Found one listed ... | |
| Honda CB 200 1974 | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: Bike goes well for 5 or 10 minutes then the right side will drop in and out. also the engine will ... A: Marcus... the runaway idle speed is probably from a sticking spark advancer. Remove the points plate ... | |
| Honda CL175 K6 1972 High Speed issue | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 1972 CL175 K6 with only 2000 original miles on it. It was my first restoration ... A: James... start at the beginning..... Check compression... should be about 175psi. If you see ... | |
| 1978 honda hawk 400 t2 | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: starter will not engage. Stored 25 yrs. Previous owner purchased new batt. Charged wrong. Minus to ... A: Randall... Well, it could be minor or it could be really bad for the electrics. SEE: ... | |
| throttle issues | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: 1981 honda cx500 trike. sitting for 2 years, starts fine, idles between 1500-2000, but as soon as I ... A: Richard... You might have any of the following issues.... -Carburetor main jets plugged up ... ... | |
| 2003 VZ800 Suzuki Marauder throttle problem | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Suzuki Marauder VZ800 that recently fell over. After this happened, it started up fine ... A: Jason, not really my bike brand, but does it rev up with choke on any better or not? Some bikes ... | |
| 1991 fzr 600 trouble going into nuetral | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I am having problems with getting my bike into nuetral. The oi level is fine and clutch adjustment ... A: Quentin, generally the clutch is dragging to cause the neutral selection issues. If the adjustment ... | |
| Honda XL175 | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: Do you know of an electronic ignition conversion for my 1975 Honda XL175 ? A: Mike, the bike was sold for five years in small quantities and it doesn't have really high-rev ... | |
| kawasaki 22 bayou | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: First i would like to know what kind of oil to put in it? i do not know the year but i think it is ... A: Dylan.... Put motorcycle related oil in the engine. Anytime you have an engine and transmission ... | |
| 1978 honda cm 185 won't start | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 78 honda cm 185 twinstar. It was running well when I bought it, though it seemed maybe the ... A: Nick, I guess you found out the hard way that the bike has a 6V battery in it and you probably ... | |
| 2001 yamaha xt225 | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: it is so cold blooded i have a time starting it unless its really worm outside, is there any way i ... A: Vern, I am not a Yamaha specialist, but in general bikes that are hard to start are suffering from: ... | |
| cb350 guide blade | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: So I changed the oil in my 1973 cb350 and noticed little chunks of my guide blade in the oil. I ... A: Kenneth, the camchain guide/tensioner is a critical component in controlling camchain whip inside ... | |
| Replace crank timing sprocket on Honda SL125 | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I am rebuilding my 1972 Honda SL125 engine. I want to replace the timing chain, and cam sprocket, ... A: Bob, You just need to index the crankshaft sprocket referenced to the keyway slot, so your cam ... | |
| vn750 carb problem | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: well bill thanks for thaking the time 2 anser my question.iv just rebuild my whole vn750 from ... A: Hard starting/no starting issues are generally caused by blocked pilot jets, assuming that you have ... | |
| 82 magna | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: what6 would cause the bike to not REV OVER 7000 RPM BEFORE THE TAK JUMPS BACK AND FORTH A: James, the tachometer signal comes from the ignition coil. Either the coil is failing or the spark ... | |
| compression test | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: hello-honda shadow vt 750 1983-im need to repair the piston rings and the valve the compression test ... A: Gamalier, if the rings were worn badly the compression would jump up with addition of oil in the ... | |
| some power | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Bill This is not exactly a repair question. I own a 1965 Honda ca110. I had some trouble getting it ... A: Billy.... First, be sure that you have a sound engine to work with. Check valve clearances and ... | |
| 1972 CB175 K6 Air Screw Adjustment | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: My bike has ~5K miles on it. In the manual it says to "manipulate the air screw to obtain the ... A: Adam, you just have to pop up the seat, loosen the back of the fuel tank mount to get enough room to ... | |
| 1972 CB175 K6 Air Screw Adjustment | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: My bike has ~5K miles on it. In the manual it says to "manipulate the air screw to obtain the ... A: Adam.... go back to the basics before you adjust/condemn the idle screw settings. That is just about ... | |
| Motorcycle repair | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: if carburetor slow-speed circuit has an adjustment screw on the engine side of the throttle slide, ... A: Valine, it depends on what carburetor you are asking about. If you had given a specific ... | |
| ct125 | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: hi ive got a ct12580 model ive had a few but its a hobby of mine nut i hav cum across a prob ive ... A: Paul.... These bikes require a fully charged battery, plus a working charging system to go with it. ... | |
| starter freespins | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: i had a problem with my starter and it just free spins i thought it was like a starter on a car i ... A: Scotty, it would have been immensely helpful if you had mentioned the year, make and model of your ... | |
| FJ 1100 | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1985 Yamaha fj 1100. It had been sitting for a couple of years and did not ... A: Lee, I suspect that you didn't get all of the old fuel solids out of the system before you fired it ... | |
| Honda c105 54cc trail | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My trail runs great but it will not idle. When the bikes is almost completely stopped it shuts off. ... A: Garrett, in order for the bike to run and idle properly, you need: Compression.. about 100 psi. ... | |
| cylinder no. 2 not getting hot '71 cb750 | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: having a problem with my '71 cb750. i have 4into2 exhaust, and no. 2 isn't getting as hot as the ... A: Randy, start at the beginning. Check the valve adjustments first, then do a compression test to see ... | |
| Disc Brake Honda 1971 CB450 K4 | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I am restoring a 1971 CB450 K4.The front disc brake pad and cylinder are stuck in caliper A.I have ... A: Mark, if your master cylinder is fresh and functioning properly, just hook the brake line back up to ... | |
| indicators | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: honda vt 500 shadow 1986 When the ignition is switched on everything lights up including the ... A: Rob, the front signals due double-duty as running lights, thus have two filament bulbs installed. ... | |
| cb77 spark advance | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 1962 cb77 with 22k miles that I have been restoring. I've had the bike running for ... A: Alex, the ends of the weights usually have a layer of rubber bonded to the tips to soften the motion ... | |
| 1977 honda cb750k | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Bill i have two questions,I will appreciate you answering either question i have oil in alternator ... A: Don.... First answer, The CB350-400-500 fours all have sealed alternators, with crankshaft seals, ... | |
| CL350K2 top end noise | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: I just got the replacement parts (nos) for the top end. the new roller for the cam chain is 55mm in ... A: Paul, I think your assessment is probably correct. You might notice some signs of the camchain ... | |
| sluggish tachometer | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: 1974 cb550, 25 years in storage. after cleaning and lubing the cable still sluggish and ... A: Gene, the problem is in the speedometer, itself. When the meters sit for years the lubrication dries ... | |
| CL350K2 top end noise | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: The con rod upper end is scored near the oil hole at top of rod. the wrist pin has no play and the ... A: If there are any rough edges on the scoring, you can smooth them down slightly. Oil up a new wrist ... | |
| CL350K2 top end noise | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I am rebuilding the top end because of a noise sounding like rocks in a coffee can. I have nos and ... A: Paul.... I may need clarification on "upper con rods" part. The connecting rods for the pistons are ... | |
| atv | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: 2005 suzuki ozark 250 qud. rear brake sticking,the cable is not releasing. A: Dan, take the cable off of the rear brake arm first. If the brake is still sticking, then the brake ... | |
| where do i start? | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I just recently bought a 1984 Honda Magna 700. It doesn't quite run. The seller had only purchased ... A: John, in almost all cases of bikes that have been left in non-running condition, the carburetors and ... | |
| Honda xl100sb electrics problem | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Honda XL100SB registered 1/1/83. It is blowing the headlight bulbs. The voltage showing at ... A: David, you must have a fully charged 6v battery in the circuit with all wiring connections intact. ... | |
| Compression rating for 1982 honda magna 750 | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: What is/was the compression for the '82 Magna 750 when new? I did a compression test on my ... A: Bill.... Honda compression readings for most of their street bikes is about 175 psi. You may be ... | |
| Blinker problem | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1985 Honda Shadow 500. The blinkers intermittently won't work. Often times if the ... A: Dale... The front signals are combined running lights and turn signal indicators, so both must have ... | |
| STRPPED SPARK PLUG HOLE | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: WHAT IS THE BEST REPAIR FOR A STRIPPED OUT SPARK PLUG HOLE. THE SPARK PLUG THREADS SEIZED TO HOLE ... A: Jackson, part of the decision depends on the size of the spark plug hole and how many threads are ... | |
| 1982 cm250...again | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I feel like a complete idiot and your probably thinking the same thing about me but im STILL having ... A: Erik, If the clutch is not engaging, either the clutch adjuster (/) on the side of the case is out ... | |
| crankcase breather location | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: Bill, wheres is the crankcase breather loctated on a 2000 harley davidson FXDX super glide sport? is ... A: Well, Mario.. MrHonda doesn't know a lot about H-D brand motorcycles, engines or components. I went ... | |
| yamaha | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a older yamaha bike i am getting oil into the air cleaner box the bike does not smoke like a ... A: John, the specific model would have been helpful, but oil in the air box is coming from the ... | |
| yamaha banshee back fire! | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1999 Yamaha banshee ,FMF pipes, ported & polished, tores eliminators, when I first ... A: Matt... two stroke Yamahas are REALLY not my specialty! I would drain both carbs first, to see if ... | |
| Stator motor replacement | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda CB900F, and I'm trying to replace the stator motor. I've taken off the covering ... A: Okay... http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-cb900f2b-bol-dor_model14514/partslist/E07.html #5 If you have ... | |
| Stator motor replacement | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda CB900F, and I'm trying to replace the stator motor. I've taken off the covering ... A: Paul-Ivan, I am not sure if you mean the stator rotor or the starter motor? To remove the stator ... | |
| 82 450 Nighthawk Turnsignals. | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: To Bill, I have a problem with my rear turn signals on my 82 nighthawk. I have read through my ... A: Brandon.... when you have power to the turn signals and they are dim and/or don't flash, then the ... | |
| tail lights | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm thinking of replacing my old tail lights with Leds,but was told by a friend that I would need ... A: Larry, I have a full LED tail light on my 1964 CB77 Super Hawk, which has a barely adequate charging ... | |
| 1985 vt500c starting issue | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: i cannot get my bike to start. I just replaced the rings on both cylinders. Checked valve clearances ... A: Chris, if you didn't get the cams in correctly, it won't run. Check the compression. If both ... | |
| kdx 200 1986 not starting | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have been given a kdx 200 1986, the piston broke in side the barrel. so i have bought a new piston ... A: Shaune, Lot of variables here... Did you get all the pieces of the old piston out of the crankcase? ... | |
| Honda CA160 | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1967 Honda CA160. There was no battery on the bike. I now have a battery 6v. but ... A: Elmo... if you bought the correct battery it will only install one way and the cables will only ... | |
| cb360 | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill! Love your posts, very complete answers. Thanks. I've got a pair of CB360t bikes. I've been ... A: Larry, I'm glad that I am amusing everyone out there with my hopefully helpful comments... I have no ... | |
| Honda 1982 185s ATC | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I just installed a after market muffler and the header is stock from the exhaust port and then steps ... A: Matt, probably your aftermarket muffler is an open core unit. Can you see all the way through it? If ... | |
| 1982 CM 250 | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I know your probably getting tired of answering my questions but im new to this stuff so please give ... A: Erik, I wondered why you needed a clutch in the first place. These bikes are not known to eat ... | |
| vt500c | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I am putting a 1985 vt500c motor back together after the pistons, and rings were replaced. I can get ... A: Chris, the crankshaft doesn't really know what stroke it is on. The piston is either up or down or ... | |
| strange bits in oil, should I worry? | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1970 Honda CT90 that has only about 4500 miles and I have it running perfectly. Curiously ... A: Kirby, about the only source of "black bits" inside the motor would be shown here: ... | |
| 1984 nighthawk 700s | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I just got this bike (16,000 mi- non Calif. model), it runs well but I know they leaned these out to ... A: Terry, with stock OEM intake/exhaust, you really don't want to put a lot of big jetting in it. Just ... | |
| 1982 honda cm250c | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: Hey bill, you seem like the most credible guy on here to ask a question about this thing. Ive had it ... A: Sean, misfiring under load problems can stem from several causes. I guess you know that the ... | |
| oil seal | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Like this recent question "1984 honda cb700 sc 10/15/2009 Q: i have a 1984 Honda CB 700 when i got ... A: Randall, I haven't worked on this specific model and from appearances of the illustrations, the seat ... | |
| 1984 nighthawk 700s | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I just got this bike (16,000 mi- non Calif. model), it runs well but I know they leaned these out to ... A: Terry, often the best way to solve the off-throttle leanness is to get to the idle mixture screws ... | |
| stalls | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2000 softail after riding a mile or so it just dies i wait about 10 min and it starts agian ... A: Korry, I really don't speak H-D brand motorcycle. When it dies, you have to check right away for the ... | |
| 83vt750c | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: this thing cranks a lot before starting. it'll pop through the exhaust then hit and nearly stop the ... A: Mark, you could have issues in several areas. I would check all the spark plug leads to the coils ... | |
| Sorry Bill! Honda elite 80 scooter Q? | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: Sorry I know Honda elite 80 scooter are not your thing. But i have know where else to go. Thanks in ... A: Aaron, Check valve adjustment to be sure that you aren't causing burned valves due to the exhaust ... | |
| 1982 Honda cm250 | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: As you know from answering previous questions i am making a dune buggy with this street bike engine. ... A: Erick, with a non-stock intake and/or exhaust system, you have to find your way to success with the ... | |
| Cam sprocket | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: everything worked out fine. I've installed new pistons and I've got the head on my "63 CB 77 ... A: Kevin, you do have to address the loose sprocket issue, either with some TIG welding at the corners ... | |
| Fuel lines | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1977 Honda 750 which has two lines ,one is larger than the other.I know the larger one goes ... A: Don, you didn't mention if you had a CB750K or CB750F or CB750A....... Are you talking about the ... | |
| 1965 CA95 USA model | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: What are the specs for the following: A. Piston to cylinder clearance. B. What is the standard ... A: A. .0012" minimum/// break in gently if you set it up this tight, though. .002" would be a little ... | |
| backfire | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 johnny pag 250cc spyder. I changed the plugs, oil, cleaned the carbs and replaced the ... A: Adrian, backfiring can be caused by: Tight valves...check clearances Air leaks at the intake ... | |
| 1991 honda vfr 750 | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: starter makes grinding noise when trying to start. Now it won't even start Honda shop quotes me ... A: Mike, here are the parts involved: ... | |
| Testing stator | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1972 honda sl 125 . What's the best way to check the stator? When I got the bike it had no ... A: Roger, the SL125 has a battery operated ignition system. Install a fresh 6v battery before going ... | |
| Honda cb900f clutch noises | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I'm the original owner of a 1982 CB900F. Mileage is 32K. Its making a rather disturbing clatter with ... A: Dana, The clutches are chain driven, as you probably know. There is a tensioner for the primary ... | |
| 1982 cm250 | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: Ok i just want to thank you Bill for your time. I took a 1982 cm250 that was wrecked and removed ... A: Erik, safe oil temperature ranges for regular petroleum oil is 200-240 degrees F. If you put the ... | |
| 1984 honda cb700 sc | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1984 Honda CB 700 when i got the bike five months ago the only problems it had was the ... A: Micheal... The small pushrod seal will just pry out and you can drive in a new one, pretty easily. ... | |
| 75 CL360K1 charging system | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I bought the subject scrambler a year ago. I drive about 1/2 hr once every other month. (I would ... A: Peter, you seem to have thoughtfully checked the whole system out very well. The rotor could be ... | |
| ref bandit 600 p reg | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: it blow strainght away.could you shed some light on it please also when ive got the lights on the ... A: Chris, I am not a Bandit expert, but the fundamentals of electrical systems all apply. Bandits in ... | |
| 1976 cb 360 | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: does the ignition coil for a cb 360 have 2 wiresgoing in? mine didn't have any coils when i got it i ... A: Nik... see http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-cb360-us_model1007/partslist/F++24.html #3 and #4. Should be ... | |
| hard starting 82 v45 magna | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased an 82 Honda V45 Magna. I had the carbs cleaned and synched. It is really hard ... A: Jeff, with any new purchase of an old bike, you need to do a baseline of the engine to determine ... | |
| 1985 xl250r | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1985 xl250r that starts up and idles fine. It will run for about 20 minutes to 1/2 an ... A: Andrew, where to start is to pull the spark plug when it quits/won't start and see what it looks ... | |
| KE125 | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm restoring a 1976 KE125. I know it's not a Honda but I have a pretty generic question. I've got ... A: Steve.... http://www.cmsnl.com/kawasaki-1976-ke125-a3-ke125_model15210/partslist/46361.html The ... | |
| 1982 750sc Nighthawk carb upgrade.. | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have purchased a 1982 CB750SC Nighthawk with one of the carbs cracked, because someone tried to ... A: Andre, the 1982-3 CB750 was the last of the DOHC 4 valve motors, which used shim adjustment for the ... | |
| 84 Honda Shadow 750 quits after 15 min. | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: My 1984 Honda Shadow 750 starts fine and runs well, but quits after about 15 minutes of driving. It ... A: Curtis, we had the 700cc versions down here, so the reference will be close to yours. ... | |
| Rear Brakes on 85, V65 locking up. | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: Replaced and flushed all the fluid and put in new DOT4 as per my shop manual. Replace the rear pads ... A: Jim, You are correct that master cylinders need the second bleed hole to relieve the pressure in ... | |
| 74 honda CB 360T cam chain guides | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: We have a 74 CB360T that destroyed the cam chain guides. Do you know where we can acquire a set? We ... A: Other than the upgrade parts for later model engines, any of the CL360, CJ360 or CB360 engines can ... | |
| 1986 Honda Shadow Clutch Slack | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: Appreciate any help you can offer, I'm in a bind. Just bought a 1986 Honda Shadow VT500 and am ... A: Cyrus, remove the clutch cable and inspect it carefully. Sudden failures like this are usually the ... | |
| Honda CRF 80 Flooded? | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I am sorry for such an ignorant question, but I just purchased a CRF 80 (used) for my son for ... A: Chuck, I have a couple of suggestions for you.... First, check the valve clearances.... maybe no ... | |
| 305 clutch | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I just picked up a 305 superhawk that I'm restoring and I'm removing the clutch plates for cleaning. ... A: Kevin, just push the ends out with a flat screwdriver. If you don't bend them, they will go back in ... | |
| 1970 Honda z50k1 | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill, my name is Alex, and my father in law and myself are trying to restore a 1970 Honda z50k1. ... A: Alex, I found a kind of rough PDF shop manual copy here: ... | |
| honda Trail 55 C105 | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have taken off the rear wheel and sproket of my Honda c105. Upon installing it all back on the ... A: Aaron, the rear wheel sprocket has a rubber cushion system to help take the shock out of the ... | |
| 82 V45 magna | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: My Magna starts and idles and revs great. But after about a minute or so it just shuts off. If I ... A: Ron, here is a link to parts illustrations.. ... | |
| CL350 engine rebuild question | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I am rebuilding a 1972 Honda CL350 and I have run into a problem. I can't turn the engine over for ... A: What pistons did you use? Overbore/big bore? Did you use an OEM head gasket? There are two marks ... | |
| CL350 engine rebuild question | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: I am rebuilding a 1972 Honda CL350 and I have run into a problem. I can't turn the engine over for ... A: Marc, what parts did you change and install? There is a service bulletin for 350s that covers the ... | |
| 1973 Honda CB125S 12 Volt Conversion | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I have read a previous answer regarding the conversion of the CB125 from 6 to 12 volts written by ... A: Keith, the stator/rotor on a 6v CB125 is fairly small, so something from a larger twin will probably ... | |
| New Exhaust | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking about ordering Bub Jug Huggers pipes for my 2005 Honda VTX 1300S and I have heard that ... A: There is a VTX website that can give you a better idea of what works and what doesn't than I do. You ... | |
| 1984 honda 600 saber | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: do you know where i might find a brake master cylinder and clutch master cylinder kits? A: Larry.... is that really a 1984 VF700S Sabre, not a 600cc because they didn't make them....? ... | |
| 1979 Honda CB650 | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: y Bill; A little help here. I have a '79 Honda CB 650. Bought it from a friend last fall. It had ... A: Ken, your flat 650 problem could be due to several sources. First of all, the battery needs to be ... | |
| Honda xl100 doesn't run right at high throttle | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill, I have a 1972 Honda XL 100 And its been sitting for about 18 years, so i cleaned the ... A: Jack... the most common problems with these bikes are: The cams get loose in the head, so you can't ... | |
| Suzuki GN250 starting prob's | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I have problems starting my suzuki GN250,I have only had it for a week and it went for the first 2 ... A: Stella, later model bikes have several safety switches in place to prevent the bike from taking off ... | |
| 1971 honda cl 100 | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: My son and I installed a "new motor" in his 71' CL100. about 1500 mile son it, the clutch dose not ... A: Bob, I was going to say that I think that #5 didn't get indexed on #2 here: ... | |
| hydraulic clutch | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: The hydraulic clutch on my 1984 Honda Interceptor 700 is leaking. The service tech I spoke with ... A: Carrie, the hydraulic clutch system has a master cylinder on the handlebars and a slave cylinder on ... | |
| 1981 Honda CB900 C | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: My wife just picked up a 1981 Honda CB900C for me for our anniversary and when i picked it up my ... A: Pete, these bikes are known for charging system issues. Do the easy checks like inspection of the ... | |
| CL100 engine/trans noise | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have restored a 1971 Honda CL100. I did not do anything to the engine or transmission other than ... A: Gary, I have to ask the obvious question first... How tight is your drive chain? An over-tightened ... | |
| Head torque | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Greetings Bill. I am changing out the rings on my sons 1977 XL 100. Can you give me the torque value ... A: Bolt Low Grade/Grade 8.8/Grade 10.9/Grade 12.9 6mm 3-5 7 10 12 8mm 8-12 17 24 29 10mm 15-22 ... | |
| my honda wont run | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a 91 honda xr80. i did a tear down of the bike(not motor) and the spark is blue but weak. we ... A: Keith, you got the last of the points/condenser ignition systems. ... | |
| twinstar | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Bill, thanks for previous help. In regards to the front brake light switch.....I couldn't locate ... A: Allan, the leads on the brake light switch are only so long... they connect with matching wires ... | |
| 1979 CX500 DELUXE | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I finally got thru my carbs and got my bike running.What is the correct adjustment for adjustment ... A: Pat, the screws are for the idle mixture only. Set them where the engine seems to run smoothly at ... | |
| cm250 | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Hey, its me again i decided to change out clutch plates on my 1982cm250 and i hit a road block. I ... A: Erik.... I don't see that feature here: ... | |
| HONDA S65 Alternator | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 67 Honda S65, it was sitting in my garage for a long time and i have now gotten the chance ... A: Is there some reason that you want to change out the lighting and ignition coils in the magneto? I ... | |
| 1968 Honda CT90 | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Honda CT90 that was jetted and tuned before the past winter. It sat through the latter part ... A: Howard, the idle jet plugged up from sitting with old fuel in the float bowl. Next time, either ... | |
| motorcycle repair | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: my father-inlaw has an older Honda i have a Harley i know enough about my bike to get by but i don't ... A: Todd, you didn't tell me which older Honda you have... and all have stators, but they don't always ... | |
| 1996 Yamaha Virago 1100 | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: In reviewing your main site, I didn't notice anyone who does repairs on Yamaha, so thought I might ... A: Elaine..... Go to ... | |
| 87 vulcan 750 | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: sorry to bother ya with a non honda question but your the only name that comes up. 87 vn750... 3 ... A: Chris, being that it is a Non-Honda question, I can only give educated guesses about the specifics ... | |
| Suzuki VS 750 engine problem | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Suzuki VS 750, 1991. I rode it today and it kept losing power for about a second each time. ... A: Eddie, V-twins have a certain harmonic vibration set that can jar electrical connections loose and ... | |
| 1998 yz400f left crankcase removal | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: To remove the left crankcase cover, do i have to remove the engine first, separate the engine from ... A: Tom, I looked at the illustrations at www.bikebandit.com and elsewhere looking for the LEFT ... | |
| cm400t - no spark | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1981 cm400t honda that shut off while riding. troubleshooting found no spark to either ... A: The Honda CDI system is self-powered, so you don't need a battery, except to spin over the motor ... | |
| 73 CL350 | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: My exhaust collars are 3/4" away from being flush with the head, which is where they should be I ... A: Peter, the exhaust pipe gaskets to into the cylinder head, where the compress and seal the exhaust ... | |
| 74 cb360 | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 74 honda cb360, that I can not get to idle correctly. It is down around 700. WHen I adjust ... A: Jeff, assuming that there are no substantial issues with the carburetors, themselves, the usual ... | |
| twinstar | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: Bill....1978 Twinstar 185....where is the netural switch located? I have the diagram but can;t find ... A: Allan, the switch contact is on the end of the shift drum.. ... | |
| 1981 wing | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill. I have a 81 wing, great bike for me. it has recently started to run good till it starts ... A: Darren, I am not a highly experienced GL wrench, but there are many GL owner groups that may be of ... | |
| ajust valves | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: hi i wanted to kno step by step how to ajust the valves on a 1987 kawasaki fx250 please respond as ... A: Adam... I am confused. I went to BikeBandit.com for references and the KXF250 is a 2 stroke that ... | |
| 1977 xs750 triple | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: The bike has been stored all winter long, I'm guessing improperly. Once out for the winter the bike ... A: Joseph, few things will kill a battery overnight. Unless you left the key ON in PARK position.. if ... | |
| 74' Honda XL-250 | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1974 Honda XL-250 in good original condition, although in need of a cam chian ... A: Alan, I am looking at the illustrations at ... | |
| cl350 clutch and gear installation | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I am putting back together a 1972 Honda CL350 engine and I am confused at this one part. I have put ... A: Marc... the illustration for the clutch and gears is here: ... | |
| coolant leaking | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: 1984 honda FV700 interceptor. runs fine, BUT...when i shut it off coolant leaks out of an overflow ... A: Tony, I would check the cooling system over for a number of issues: Make sure that all the air is ... | |
| 1982 yamaha maxim 750 | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: i got this bike from my step brother, he said when the engine gets warm the pistons fill up with gas ... A: Devan, if you have gas flowing out of the carburetor overflow tubes, the float valves are all ... | |
| 1980 CB750K running rough | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: This bike is running rough, especially at higher rpm's and I am trying to determine if it is ... A: Mike, it is a little harder to check the timing and spark advance outputs on the DOHC fours, due to ... | |
| Kawasaki Voyager 1995 | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: How do you take the valve cover off of a 1995 Kawasaki Voyager?? I'm having some issues with it. ... A: Dale... I looked at this site: ... | |
| 74' Honda XL-250 | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1974 Honda XL-250 in good original condition, although in need of a cam chian ... A: Alan, The camshaft is going to be oriented with lobes DOWN or UP at TDC depending on what part of ... | |
| 1985 Honda VT700 lowering seat height | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to lower the seat height of a 1985 Honda VT700? I am 5'1" and have short legs. I ... A: PLATFORM BOOTS??? COOL... but not enough, huh? :>) Just a joke there... There are several ... | |
| 1982 honda v45 sabre wiring | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem with my 1982 honda v45 sabre. My bike was hot and i believe i fried my regulator ... A: Gilbert... here is a link to a wiring diagram: ... | |
| Electrical issues with lights constantly on | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: 1982 Kz550-C LTD I have a problem with the rear turn signals staying illuminated all the time ... A: Tony, there is somewhat of a wiring diagram online at: ... | |
| starter | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I need help on my yamaha 1100 vstar if you cant answer it could you point me in the correct ... A: Janie... How old is the battery in your bike? If over a couple of years old, the plates may be ... | |
| honda frame paint color | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have an 86 honda atc 250r that I am restoring and am trying to find the correct color for the ... A: Adrian.... Scarlet Red it is.... Classic red color used on bikes all the way back to the 1960s. ... | |
| starting problems | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: We have a 1970 CT honda minitrail, we went out to start the bike and on the second kick it fired up. ... A: got gas in the tank? Petcock ON or RESERVE? Choke on? Ever checked the valve clearances? .002" but ... | |
| General question | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: I hope this is more of a general question that could affect all bike types/models. I have an 1983 ... A: well it is a general question.... First of all... the "fully charged" battery may only be holding a ... | |
| cl77 Honda battery elininator | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I need a battery eliminator for a cl77 Honda chopper I`ve had in my bacement for many years. All I ... A: All the "battery eliminators" are electrically just a big condenser that stores voltage for use in ... | |
| 1972 450 scrambler | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: bill thanks for taking my question. i have a1972hondacl450scrambler .m. with about 17000 miles when ... A: Randy... there are several calibrations for the carburetors, so look for a series number stamped on ... | |
| twinstar | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: you sure are busy I still am having problems with the lights on the twinstar 185...I now think it is ... A: Allan, you weren't very descriptive in saying what kind of "problems" you are having with the ... | |
| Honda CB450 | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Although a barn find, it appears original and unmolested. Colour gold with white stripe (black ... A: http://www.motorera.com/honda/h0450/sport/sport.htm Could be that there are different color schemes ... | |
| electrical | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: 1988 honda magna 750 not getting any fire to the coils ... A: Jay, not getting any spark at either coil set is somewhat rare and might indicate a problem with the ... | |
| CM450E Honda running light/left turn bulb | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I've had this 1983 used bike for just over a year now, putting about 5000 on it commuting 40 miles ... A: Kirk, the front running lights have a dual filament bulb... usually a common 1157 bulb available at ... | |
| Carbs | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a 1993 Honda VT600c Shadow. We STOLE this thing from a Chevy dealer, and she runs great! ... A: Lisa, I would start out by draining the fuel tank, removing the petcock so you can inspect the ... | |
| Only one cylinder firing on idle | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Suzuki Intruder 1400cc. When I start the bike, it is only running on one cylinder. ... A: Paul... what does "checked the carbs" mean in terms of removal and cleaning? Most likely the idle ... | |
| Kick Starter on Honda CT 90 | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: What a wonderful program! I've had my 1975 Honda CT 90 Trail - Model CT90K6 - stored since 1991. I ... A: Linda... The usual cause for that feeling that the engine has lost compression is due to the ... | |
| twinstar | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I just got a 1978 twinstar 185. The owner was trying to charge the battery on the bike and he ... A: Allan, generally when bulbs are good and fuses are good and battery is good and things aren't ... | |
| CB900 C 1982 | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 1982 Honda CB900 Custom. The bike was not charging and I suspected that the rectifier ... A: http://www.electrosport.com/technical-resources/library/diagnosis/fault-finding-guide.php ... | |
| Cam chain tensioner 76 CB750A | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I have a 1976 Honda CB750A that I got recently. I adjusted the cam chain tension as per the ... A: It is better to do the camchain tensioner adjustment with the motor off. It is too easy to tighten ... | |
| 1982 honda cm250 | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: On my bike the starter motor and starting chain and sprockets spin the crank just a little bit but ... A: Erik, the tool is about 10-15 bucks.... the cost of the rotor is about 150 bucks.... What do you ... | |
| stuck throttle | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I bought a used 200cc 81 honda twinstar which has been running wonderfully except for the throttle ... A: Sasha, I think that a new throttle cable and some carburetor cleaning is in store for this little ... | |
| 1982 honda cm250 | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: On my bike the starter motor and starting chain and sprockets spin the crank just a little bit but ... A: Erik, basically you need three #7 springs shown on, if the rollers and caps are not damaged. ... | |
| 1981 honda xr80 | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering if you know of any online stores where I could get a spark plug for a 1981 ... A: Cory, the spark plug is a NGK C-7HS(A) which may be superseded by a CR-7HS or you can use a ND U22FS ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB500T | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a dwell angle for my 1975 Honda CB500T. I have yet to find an actual number. I ... A: Kenn, it isn't all that critical, but the tune-up book from Honda shows 90 degrees on the 2cyl ... | |
| 1984 Goldwing | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have an 84 Goldwing 1200 CC in good shape but with one problem. The bike will start fine and all ... A: Fred, based on your brief description and the history of the bike as a trike, I would take a look at ... | |
| 1984 Honda Shadow Starting Problems | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a VT500C Honda Shadow that has a hard time starting. It will drain the battery trying to ... A: Doug, it is a good idea to have the valves adjusted first, and have the compression readings ... | |
| muffler question | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1978 Honda xl 100 I am in the process of restoring and I was wondering if you know of any ... A: That might be a tough one now... search for any of the following numbers MUFFLER COMP. ... | |
| 1964 Honda Dream headlight | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Back in the 70's I rebuilt about 30 Superhawks, Scramblers. I am looking for a headlight for my ... A: Rich, the Dixie International warehouses in Ohio had reproductions made under the Superior brand, ... | |
| Timing chain repalcement | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a '78 Honda CB 750k. The bike is making a "metal churning" sound in/around the motor. The ... A: Brian, it could well be the timing chain, but there is an adjustment on the tensioner, located on ... | |
| 88 honda vtr 250 interceptor | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have this 88 Honda interceptor that I can't get to fire. I thought it might be the coils so I ... A: Dewayne... The pulse generators ... | |
| 86 rebel 450 | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: i need to rebuild front brake caliper, i can find parts break down, but no helpful hints. di i just ... A: Brian... http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-cmx450c-rebel-1986/o/m2155 ... | |
| 2001 Honda 750 ACE | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: Do I have to dismount the motor to change the O rings on the water tube that links the two ... A: John, have a look at this page: ... | |
| 1970 CT90 oil type | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill, So I've recently bought a 1970 CT90 and I'm looking to change the oil. The fella I bought ... A: Jacob, ND oils are getting kind of scarce now. With next to no miles on it, I would use a good ... | |
| Gas in oil of CB900 Custom | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: Do you have any ideas on what might be allowing fuel to enter the gearcase. 1981 CB900 Custom. ... A: Fuel can get into the crankcase in a few ways... Carburetor float valves failing to seal, allowing ... | |
| honda recon | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: the last time that i was riding my 2003 Honda recon it suddenly died on me and haven't been able to ... A: Honda ATVs are not one of my main interests, but they still have the same parts and pieces as other ... | |
| 1983 V45 magna | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I've lost my manual and have forgotten how to remove the rear tire on the shaft drive. I need to do ... A: Kent... illustrations on the web at: ... | |
| motorcycle | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: how much oil do i put in my honda 1980 cb750k ? do you check oil dipstick level with dipstick ... A: Looks like about 3.7 quarts of motorcycle grade oil after an oil and filter change. You always ... | |
| KX 125 | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: i have a KX 125 2002 2 stroke motocross bike. I have had some problems before with it for fouling ... A: Josh, you have a myriad of issues with jetting 2 strokes.... Too much oil can foul plugs, but also ... | |
| 65 Honda Dream Restoration | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a 1965 Honda Dream CA 77 that originally belonged to my father. It has sat neglected in ... A: Jim, well that looks like a great candidate for restoration. Must have low miles on it, as the ... | |
| 1987 honda shadow vt 700 | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a used 87 shadow and the battery is now dead. Can you tell me the best way to get to ... A: Here is a diagram of the battery and the hardware and case that it all mounts into... ... | |
| honda ct90 clutch | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: Wanted to know if the clutch was the same for a few yrs. I have a 66 ct90 with a trashed clutch,, ... A: Bob, Your serial number is important so we can address your auto clutch question. Although the ... | |
| CT90 doesnt' kick over | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: When I kick start the bike it doesn't seem to turn over. I do not hear anything that sounds like the ... A: John, start by removing the valve cover cap and the spark plug. Kick it over and watch the valve ... | |
| Carb Adjustment (1963 Honda Benly CA95, 150cc) | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I put gas in the tank for the first time since i bought it off ebay and tried to crank it up... no ... A: Jeramy, High idle conditions can come from over-advanced ignition timing, incorrect ignition timing, ... | |
| cb 900 custom | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: Is the 82 honda cb900 custom hard to start when cold? A: No, not when you use full choke. These bikes were built to EPA and DOT specifications so have lean ... | |
| 1983 Hondamatic cm450a carb leaking | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: The carb is leaking and gas is running out of the carb bowl drain line. What could be causing this? ... A: Aaron, the carburetors need to be cleaned thoroughly, as the 10 year old gasoline deposits have ... | |
| 1982 honda xl100s dirtbike | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I dont know if you know the answer but i would like to know what the spark plug gap should be for a ... A: Alex, the spark plug gap is about .026" which is about what they are out of the box when new. Valve ... | |
| 1973 Honda CL350- stud bolt broken off | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: Silver,I wonder if you know a way to remove whats left of the broken stud bolt out of the cylinder ... A: Joe, is this an exhaust stud? Couple of ideas for you... With small propane torch. (no carbs or ... | |
| 1979 honda cm400 | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: My question pertains to the clutch.I have recently bought my bike and have done an oil change. I ... A: Kevin, The clutch system starts with the lever and goes all the way down to the right side case. ... | |
| 1970 CB350K | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I turned the bike off and when I tried to start it again I pushed the starter button and all I got ... A: Mike, the three little springs in the starter clutch have collapsed and the rollers are no longer ... | |
| SS125A & CL125A production numbers | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Bill, Do you know of, or where to find, total production number and USA import number for the ... A: Dan, about 10 years ago I had a contact within AHMC who was able to access sales figures for some of ... | |
| 1974 Honda CB550-4 Electrical | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 74 Honda CB550 that was running fine with no indication of any problems. It died ... A: Phil, the ignition switch bases on these bikes tend to work loose and the retainer tabs break off. ... | |
| CB 125 s 197?? | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill Thanks for the time. I am restoring an old CB125, (great Little Bikes) My problem is ... A: Brenden, you got me stumped here. I have never seen a CB125 that had a pressed steel swing arm in ... | |
| 1972 honda cl100 scrambler | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: ,I found an old honda cl 100 and it had compression(seemed to).I put a new charged battery on it and ... A: Jon, when these bikes sit for years, often the air inside the cylinder condenses moisture that ... | |
| 1982 gl 1100 cuts out when warm | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: .. I just bought a 1982 gl 1100 goldwing and it runs very smoothly for about an hour then without ... A: Dan, the main component that would kill the spark to all cylinders is the electronic ignition ... | |
| Fuel cut off relay | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Bill, I'm back again. Still working on that 83 Honda vt750c Shadow. I replaced the fuel cut off ... A: The fuel system and ignition systems are pretty much independent of each other, other than the fuel ... | |
| rear shocks | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1981 cb 900 custom. my rear air shocks stay down sometimes,sometimes they work, i have put ... A: Charles, after 28 years, I think that they are dying a slow death. You can try airing up the ... | |
| 1983 honda shadow 750 | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: The bike will start and run OK but when I shut it off, fuel continues to run into the carb making it ... A: Didn't I answer this on JustAnswer? I did... Answer is the same.... Did you remove the float ... | |
| 1985 Honda Magna Clutch issue | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1985 Honda Magna V45 700. I have been having an issue with getting pressure in the my ... A: David, I looked at the illustrations here: ... | |
| 1975 honda xl350 lighting | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: i have a 75 xl350 all the lights work except the headlight, i have checked cotinuity through the ... A: Mike, wiring diagram is here: http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring.php#class The ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB360T | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Just rebuilt carbs. Is there a standard default on how to set the air screw? Shop manual only gives ... A: Pete, Honda tune-up book shows 1 5/8 turns out on the idle mixture screws for that series carburetor ... | |
| No Spark | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1965 honda C100 super cub and a 1966 Honda CM91. They both are not getting spark to the ... A: Coil is the same as the CT90... ... | |
| No Spark | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1965 honda C100 super cub and a 1966 Honda CM91. They both are not getting spark to the ... A: Aaron, You have two bikes with two different ignition systems. C100 is a magneto ignition. The ... | |
| 1987 yamaha pw 50 | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: good spark carb clean and working. the oil injection thing,what can go wrong with that or can it be ... A: Darrin, I don't know a lot about a PW Yamaha 50, but I do recall that they had an unusual handlebar ... | |
| 1980 CB650C | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: Hey! You probably get this one all of the time, but I have a 1980 CB650 Custom and here's the deal. ... A: John, the bikes are battery powered, so disconnecting the battery from the circuit kills the voltage ... | |
| front drum brakes | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: however im guessing the brake mechanisms are not too dissimilar. I have an AX100 suzuki 1987, it has ... A: Thomas, I could only find illustrations for a 1994-96 model ... | |
| 1986 Honda Rebel CMX250 | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I am currently restoring a 1986 honda rebel cmx250 and am not getting any spark from either coil ... A: Tim, GOOD first assumption! Honda coils seldom fail and two would not fail together in a million ... | |
| Honda tranny Problem | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 82 Honda Magna that pops out of 2nd gear. I have replaced the shift fork and now at least ... A: Wow! You are an expert at Magna Transmissions now! Well, almost! Correct gear shifting is a matter ... | |
| 81 honda 500cx | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: my 81 honda 500cx overheats very quickly the bike is a great runner besides the overheating when i ... A: Mike, blown head gaskets on CX500s are not unheard of, but I would definitely change the thermostat ... | |
| Honda cb125J | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I have some little questions about my honda cb125j (monocilinder) from the mid 70's. I searched ... A: Wietse, Hondas run okay on 87 octane fuel in the US, although I tend to use higher grades just to ... | |
| 79 CB750K Headgasket replacement | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: Bill, thank you for the thread on carbs as I had the problem you mentioned were the overflow tube in ... A: Dave, glad that you got the carb problem fixed up okay. I am not sure to what extent you mean ... | |
| Stator plug | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: Although I am asking about a 2000 Harley Road King, I suspect my question will apply to most ... A: Gordon, I went here: http://www.bikebandit.com/harley-davidson-motorcycle-fxstb-2000/o/m1512 but I ... | |
| 1983 Honda 750C Shadow | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I have no spark @ the plugs and the fuel pump works if connected straight to the battery but not ... A: Alan... here is your parts list illustrations: ... | |
| CB350 Magnetic Drain Plug | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I read in a previous posting that you recommend a magnetic drain plug for any bikes with metal ... A: Jonathan... Contact this company and see if they will supply a magnet for you or modify yours. Or ... | |
| kx65 wont start | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I don't know if you'll know but i thought i'd ask, i have 2000 kx65 and i'm not experienced at all ... A: Heather, I guess this is one way to get indoctrinated into the world of wrenching on motorcycles, ... | |
| Trans and rear hub interchange on vt500 | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1985 shadow 500 with a v-twin. The 83-84 Ascot has the same driveline but with bigger ... A: Joe, I haven't heard of anyone attempting this swap before, but the parts are indeed quite similar, ... | |
| 1989 cbr 600 | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I just bought this bike it had a noise in the motor at 1000 to 2000 rpm runs fine, does'nt make the ... A: Dan, you can go to sites like: ... | |
| 1978 Honda Hawk 400 T ll | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I rebuilt the two carburetors on my Honda and replace it. When I replaced the gas tank and turned ... A: Paul, if the fuel is coming out of the overflow tube on the bottom of the float bowl, then yes the ... | |
| 1979 honda XR 185 | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I just got my dads old bike from the lake and its been sitting for a while. I took it all apart and ... A: Paul, if the intake/air filter and/or the exhaust system parts have been changed since the bike was ... | |
| Honda 1968 CL125A Muffler | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: Bill, hope you can help - I have a Honda 1968 Cl125A and am looking for a muffler and guard for it. ... A: Teresa, if you are going to keep it fairly original, you will have to go with the correct parts. ... | |
| losing coolant | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Just a shot in the dark,ive got a yfz450 yamaha and its losing all its coolant from a small pipe ... A: Wade, I imagine that that little overflow tube is connected to the coolant pump to release pressure ... | |
| 1980 suzuki gs850 | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1980 suzuki gs850 that bogs down when put into 5th gear. It idles fine, and runs great for ... A: Adam, this isn't my brand, so I can only give broad guidelines. Try ... | |
| 600 Katana | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: Tried to start the bike recently and found the battery dead so i bought a new battery installed and ... A: Dustin, if you are asking non-Honda questions, give more information like the YEAR of production, ... | |
| 34 mukini carbs | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a 83 920 virago and would like some baseline jet settings for 34vm mikunis A: Terry, not a good question for MrHonda.... I would check with SUDCO or ... | |
| honda vt 700 running hot | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I need advise on my 85 VT 700 running on the hot side going down the road. It has the proper coolant ... A: Okay... first the bike is 24 years old. If coolant wasn't changed on a regular basis, you could have ... | |
| 95 Honda Shadow flooding problem | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: It's a 95 honda shadow 600, and has a major flooding problem. I have taken the carb apart countless ... A: Steven, Can you define "flooding" for me? Is fuel coming out of both of the overflow tubes in the ... | |
| 84 nighthawk 700 | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I have the same problem you described with your nighthawk, with the starter not turning over the ... A: James go to this link, sign up for the Yahoo group and then you can access the repair files. ... | |
| 84 nighthawk 700 | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have the same problem you described with your nighthawk, with the starter not turning over the ... A: I don't have a Nighthawk, but probably answered a question about it here. ... | |
| 82 suzuki gs850 | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a gs850 that onlt runs on choke but will idal iraticly with choke off carbs are spotlesss all ... A: Waylon, there is a website called www.gsresources.com I think that specializes in these bikes. ... | |
| QA50 | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I am not getting a spark when i kickstart the mini bike A: Frank, they have a magneto ignition... ... | |
| 1986 Honda TRX 350 atv | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: First of all thanks for taking the time for my question. I have a 86 honda 4 wheeler trx350,recently ... A: Tom, I don't do much with ATV/ATCs, but I looked at the microfiche at ... | |
| 1981 yamaha 750 virago | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: is it possible to put an oil dipstick in a yamaha 750 virago? My viewing glass at the side of the ... A: Ken, buy a clutch cover gasket and drain the oil, pull the cover, clean the window and put it back ... | |
| 1982 CB 900 Custom | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1982 CB 900 Custom with 50KM's and wondered about the cam chain tensioners with this ... A: David, I would pull the valve cover and check the camchain tension visually. You can rock the ... | |
| 1999 yamaha zuma II | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm sorry it's not in your specialized field but your the only person it seems willing to take other ... A: Robert, I am in a good mood, so I'll take a shot at it.... Mid-range to top end power is determined ... | |
| 2004 v star 650 classic | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2004 YAMAHA V STAR 650 CLASSIC WITH A FUEL LEAK UNDER THE AIR CLEANER FROM A HOSE LEADING ... A: Well, Brian, it isn't a Honda question, but I think I can give a good guess about the source. ... | |
| wiring | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1992 harley classic i had to change the plug on the headlight i need to know the wiring for ... A: Steve, I don't have any wiring diagrams for H-D brands handy. All you need is a 12v test light, ... | |
| atc 200 voltage | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I have an atc 200 and the headlight is burning out when the three wheeler is revved I checked the ... A: Chad, you didn't give the year or model variation of your bike, so I am guessing here. I used the ... | |
| I AM BUYING A 1985 HONDA REBEL | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: BILL, I READ THAT IF I CHANG THE BACK 33TOOTH SPROCKET ON REAR WHEEL TO A 30TOOTH IT WOULD PICK UP ... A: Jeff, changing the rear sprocket will reduce the rpms per mph ratio, that's for sure. Top speed on a ... | |
| 4stroke backfirring | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: first off, I understand you don't really deal with ATV's but let's speak generally as a "4stroke" ... A: Adrian, 4 stroke engines back fire from either the exhaust or the intake. Backfiring in the intake ... | |
| rd250 yamaha | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: i removed the oill injection from my 74 rd250 and was wondering what i should mix the fuel oil ... A: Josh, in some cases, removing the oil pump will damage the engine as some of the oil feeds the ... | |
| Honda CT90 1969 K1b (Carb issue) | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1969 K1b CT90. It was a barn find, has 296 original miles on it (wow). ... A: Cody, I checked the illustrations at ... | |
| 1983 Honda 750 Shadow | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: In 1983, Honda did a recall on this bike to stop engine kick back when trying to start the engine. ... A: Alan, I don't see any recall info on VT750s on this list... ... | |
| 1969 SL90 | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a sweet '69 Honda SL 90. I bought it off a guy last august and have put almost 2,000 miles ... A: John, that is a great bike and only made for one year. There is a kill switch on the handlebars, ... | |
| petcock leaks | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2006 honda vtx 1300 retro,that has a leak coming out of the petcock body upon further ... A: Joseph, looking at the illustratons on Bikebandit.com ... | |
| 1982 CX500C Master Cylinder Bypass Port | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: 1982 CX500C Master Cylinder Bypass Port - I have the master cylinder off and disassembled, the ... A: Craig, I don't have anything around here to check, but I think that going in with something like ... | |
| Ignition problems | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda CM250C, I had a bad pulse generator by resistance, I found one not exaclty like ... A: You can't mix coils from CDI and points ignition systems. Point coils have around 4-5 ohms ... | |
| Honda ATC 250cc | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: It's about a 1986ish 250 Honda 3wheeler. We cannot find the dipstick to check the oil level. Do you ... A: Gayla, Depends on if you have a ATC250R below or ... | |
| Yamaha charging problem...Sorry it's not a honda | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1980 Yamaha 400 and i had it running and then my friend wrecked it in to a barn and ... A: Chris, the bike probably has a battery-powered ignition system, so if you have a dead battery or the ... | |
| Top end Rebuild | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I just acquired a 1981 Yamaha 550 Maxim for my mother. The problem is it has not been started for ... A: Jason, you need to acquire a shop manual, good set of metric tools and a high limit credit card. I ... | |
| Slow turn over | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I bought a 1995 Honda 1100 ACE in sept. 08--When I got it it had a T battery (T shaped by the way) ... A: Bill, when you were trying to run it on a low powered battery, starter motors, solenoids and other ... | |
| bleeding a hydrolic clutch | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1999 suzuki intruder VS800. After it was garaged for four months the clutch handle wont ... A: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/howto/122_0306_hydraulic_clutch_service/index.html The bike is ... | |
| valve and cam chain adjustment | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: My 1975 Honda T-L 250 took about 10 kicks to start after about 20 yrs. To be sure, should I adjust ... A: Brian, valves should always be checked when the engine is cold. Theoretically, the camchain will ... | |
| 1995 Sportster XLH 883 fuel valve | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: Last summer I was riding with my fuel valve set to on when I ran out of gas. When the engine ... A: Sam, I am a Honda guy. If you have questions about recalls, check the web or with local H-D ... | |
| help | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: i am just wondering if you could help me out i was driving along on my bike and it started ... A: Sean, my info page asks for questions that have specific information about the make, model and year ... | |
| 1984 Honda Nighthawk 650SC DOHC | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I am currently restoring my Nighthawk and have run into exaust issues, i can not seem to find ... A: Michael, if the header section is still good and there is a joint or connection point where you can ... | |
| 1986 honda shadow clutch not disengaging | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: Ok , My clutch seems to be not disengaging . it is a 1986 vt1100c . when i started out to work ... A: Bryan, the master cylinder for the clutch is really no different than that for the brakes on the ... | |
| honda cb750 | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: i seem to be having alot of trouble with adjusting the clutch on my 1974 k4 it had barnett racing ... A: Karl, clutch adjusting is done by loosening all the cable adjusters first, then making the clutch ... | |
| Primary chain on a 750 kawasaki | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if there is any adjustments on the primary chain, mine is slipping badly, has ... A: Mike, While not a Honda question, it is so helpful to have the year and model of your Kawasaki 750 ... | |
| 1975 Honda XL 350 single cylinder | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: Bill, I have ignition problems, spark.I had the coil & condensor checked by a dealer and they are ... A: Chuck, if the coil and condenser are known good, then either the points are not installed correctly ... | |
| 83 vt750 shadow air gap | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: and how to set it? thanks A: Amber... I don't know exactly what you are referring to with an "air gap" question. I can only guess ... | |
| feul relay in yamaha thunderace 1000cc | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I am in need of feul relay so i need a website to order and well as to watch this item so pls help ... A: Mohammed... Being that you are asking a non-Honda question, giving all the information about your ... | |
| honda xr 250 L | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: #1 how do you diconect the master link on the drive chain? #2 how do you line up (set or time) the ... A: Tim, if there is a master link with a clip, you just remove the outer spring clip and the outer link ... | |
| 1987 Honda VT700C Shadow | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: The bike runs on one cylinder.I checked the pulse generators and they checked out ok.But i tryed a ... A: Jim, if all of your electrical connections are clean and tight, the spark plug caps are ... | |
| starter not engaging to crank the engine | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: On a 72shovelhead, my bendix engagauges but the drivetrain does not turn. starter does spin, but no ... A: Justin, I don't know anything about H-D machines. But if it is like my old Ford Mustang, when the ... | |
| 1987 kawasaki zx 600 | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: my bike will only run for about 5 seconds when i spray staring fluid straight into the carbs, and i ... A: Tyler... more history would be helpful... Bike been sitting? Happen suddenly? What you describe ... | |
| Light grey smoke | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: My bike is a water cooled, normally aspirated 900 inline 4. It has not had much use in the past 6 ... A: Jamie, leaving a bike unused for most of 6 months with old fuel in a partially filled tank is a ... | |
| vacuum/breather lines | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: i need to know where my lines go on my 305 cl77 [1965] ,i think the top one off the valve cover goes ... A: Louis, here is an illustration to use... ... | |
| Z50 timing? no start | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 z50 engines (one early 70s, other late 70s). The oldest one worked fine, some leaks, no ... A: Bill, do you have compression on the rebuilt engine? If yes, then you are missing the other ... | |
| '94 Kawasaki ZX600 idle problem | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1994 kawasaki zx600. Awesome bike for the money I paid for it. I just have an annoying ... A: Emerson, you aren't going to get a lot of real detailed answers about Kawasakis from me... MrHONDA. ... | |
| Honda ca160 | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: Bill, I just picked up an old ca160 Honda. Is this bike a 6 volt system or 12. I know that the cb160 ... A: Mac, the CA160 is a carryover from the CA95 Benly and CB92 Benly Super Sports designs. So it is with ... | |
| 1980 Yamaha Special 850 | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: The bike will not stay in Second Gear,I've been told that this model of bike had a problem with 2nd ... A: You are asking MrHonda about Yamaha Triple Transmission issues??? All I could find was this: ... | |
| mid range throttle problem | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1991 yamaha big bear 350. the atv starts fine using the choke and idles fine with out the ... A: Joe, I went to ... | |
| ignition timing | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I know this isnt your normal make and model you prefer But i have one question that maybe you might ... A: Adam, Setting cam timing is pretty much the same for all engines. Set the piston at TDC, then ... | |
| Honda 1986 TRX 350 Fuel pump problem | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I think I have a Honda TRX350 fuel pump or wiring issue. I did the normal test for the fuel pump ... A: Dave, I am really more of a vintage Honda street bike guy and not ATV/ATC and Goldwing/off-road ... | |
| Changing the rake on a 1973 Honda CB350G | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I am converting my '73 CB350G into a hard-tailed bobber. The stock tires are: Front - 3.00"/18" ; ... A: Douglas, the stock caster angle on the 350s is 63 degrees. I don't know where you are taking your ... | |
| 1966 Honda CT90 Torque Specs | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me what the torque specs are on the head bolts of a 1966 Honda CT90? A: Bob, you have 8mm bolts/nuts on those studs. Keep this link handy... ... | |
| ct-90k1 12v Conversion | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a 1969 CT-90K1 that I have completely torn down and am rebuilding for my wife to ride. ... A: Matt, your rotor and stator and rectifier are all wired for 6v system. I think that the late CT110s ... | |
| Problems when accelerating | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I’ve just recently bought a 1970 CB 350 which I love to bits. It’s been well looked after and the ... A: Scott, the oil doesn't have anything to do with your problems, as long as it was not a full ... | |
| 1973 cl350 | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: Bill, I'm trying to find the seat lock number for my cl350.There is no number on the lock it self ... A: Eric, the fork lock and seat lock numbers are somewhat hidden, unlike they were on the earlier 305s. ... | |
| Honda ct200 valve guide | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: i need to change the valves and valves guides on a 1964 Honda ct200. The problem is the valve guides ... A: Yvan, that is not a bad idea, if you can machine the top of the valve guide to suit a valve stem ... | |
| pistons | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1971 honda cb750 it has been sitting for about twenty years my neighbor gave it 5to me. I ... A: Bruce, I hope you have pulled the motor from the frame! You can't do any kind of top end work or ... | |
| 1981 goldwing | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: may purchase this bike-32000 miles but will not run-gentleman said he could hearpopping and mettalic ... A: Tom, probably broke a timing belt on that side. Pull the front timing belt covers and check that ... | |
| Suzuki GSF500 | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Suzuki GSF500. It has less than 3500 miles on the bike. I rode it about 2 wks ago ... A: Mike... go back to http://www.bikebandit.com/suzuki-motorcycle-gs500f-2006/o/m9752 and look at the ... | |
| 1985 Honda Shadow 500 | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: when i ride and get into 6th the bike looses power then dies. took it to a shop and he disconnected ... A: Jeremy, not a lot of info to work with here... WHAT vacuum lines were disconnected? How many miles ... | |
| Suzuki GSF500 | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Suzuki GSF500. It has less than 3500 miles on the bike. I rode it about 2 wks ago ... A: Mike, If the battery will pass a load test (most motorcycle batteries only last about 2 years), you ... | |
| ACETONE ON CHROME AND BAFFELS | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: DO YOU KNOW WHAT EFFECT ACETONE HAS ON CHROME ALSO WHAT DO I NEED TO DRILL OUT THE BAFFLES ON A 97 ... A: Doug, Acetone on chrome plated metal appears to be safe. It will take chrome off of plated plastic ... | |
| charging system | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Honda SL125 S0 1970 motor that I have mounted on a three wheeler and I have had it running ... A: Stephen, The charging systems are all pretty sound on these bikes, other than the rectifiers. If all ... | |
| 1970 CT90 charging system | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1970 Honda CT90 that runs, but poorly (won’t idle, choke needs to be on). The engine does ... A: Kent, here is a good overview of charging systems.... ... | |
| 78 CB550K Timing Problem | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Recently purchased 78 CB550K, 15,000 miles, runs pretty well, idles poorly. I've gone thru the ... A: Terry, with 15k miles and your careful cleaning of everything, the spark advancer should not be an ... | |
| 1976 Honda 550 4 Super Sport. | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: Bill; Bike sat since 1991 with stale gas. Have cleaned the carbs, will start and run but only with ... A: Marcel, when bikes have been laid up for this long, a lot of things can deteriorate. I would check ... | |
| gel battery for 78 CT90? | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently acquired a clean 78 CT90, which now needs a battery. I heard it said at a vintage meet ... A: Chris, most motorcycles have 12v systems, which are fairly well covered with the new gel batteries. ... | |
| suzuki sv650R cranks but won't start | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I just baught a suzuki sv650r it craked but did not started. The buyer told me that it just need new ... A: Do you have spark? Most ignition systems have a crankshaft trigger, which then sends a signal to ... | |
| 1988 Honda Shadow VLX 600 CARB | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: 1988 Honda Shadow VLX 600, been sitting for 6 or so months. It will start, runs rough, but when I ... A: Charles, you can try the Yamaha carb cleaner product, mixed with gasoline and fed to the carbs. Most ... | |
| honda 305 scramblers | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: what years did 305scramblers use the chrome buckles on the seat strap also some scramblers use ... A: Ed, Honda used the outside seat strap buckles up to early 1965 on the CL72 250 Scramblers. Later ... | |
| FLOAT VALVE SIDE CLEARANCE | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: Bill I have Honda CB350F which has leaking carburators from overfilling. I cleaned and checked ... A: Ed, the "bracket" holds the jets in place, using tension from the bottom of the float bowl to push ... | |
| 2003 Honda VT750CD electrical conduction issue? | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: reference-- http://en.allexperts.com/q/Motorcycle-Repair-837/2000-Honda-ACE-vt750cd.htm That post ... A: Ina, you will have to run down a good wiring diagram for your bike, to begin with. There are too ... | |
| Starting trouble | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I have an 82 gs650 new batt. new plugs. fresh gas. it will start with starting fluid but as soon as ... A: I'll assume that this is a new acquisition and it hasn't run for awhile. The carbs are full of ... | |
| '69 CL90 | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: I hope you have time for this. I found this bike a while back and it had been sitting for a long ... A: Cody, congratulations on getting it all back together again. As far as fuel goes, even though these ... | |
| 305 oil leak | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a CL77 - 305 scrambler. When I assembled and started the motor it started pumping oil out the ... A: Cool! An actual vintage Honda question! :>) You have to be careful about using gasket ... | |
| removel of rear wheel | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Replacing the rear tire on a 1986 Honda Elite 150 deluxe.Which side of the scooter do I need to ... A: Wayne... Go to ... | |
| Adjusting the carbs | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I cant get my bike started without starting fluid and when it does start it goes to 6000 RPM max and ... A: SHANE! I am not psychic, I don't know what bike you are working on and it would help SO MUCH if you ... | |
| cb 350 wiringing | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: i got this chopper that was rewired when i got it the owner gave me coils from a xs 650 i don't ... A: Walter, check the wiring diagrams out here... http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring.php ... | |
| 67 CL77 honda 305 scrambler | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: The bike runs however the engine does not want to come to a slow idle. Carbs have new parts. Could ... A: M. Miller, this condition can come from a number of sources. 1) Weak/broken camsprocket advancer ... | |
| 93 honda rebel nighthawk | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: How to pull seat and side plates without breaking anything. A: Rick, which one is it? Rebel or Nighthawk? Same engines, but different chassis. See illustrations ... | |
| honda vt250f | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: hi there i have a honda vt250f and it starts alright when its cold but when it reaches working ... A: Dimitrios, Check http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-vtr250-interceptor-vtr-1988-us_model1135/partslist/ for ... | |
| '69 CL90 | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I hope you have time for this. I found this bike a while back and it had been sitting for a long ... A: Cody, the CL90 was my first motorcycle a long time ago. I rode one 1500 miles in three days, in my ... | |
| cl450 carb parts | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I own a 1972 CL450 k5 scrambler. My local Honda dealer had the carb rebuild kits for this bike but ... A: 16011-375-004, VALVE SET,FLOAT 16013-283-004, Float Set Just punch in the part numbers in to a ... | |
| Suzuki DS80 kicks start shaft replacement | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I am restoring a 1995 Suzuki DS80 motorcycle for a 4-H project (I am 12). The kick start shaft ... A: Tommy, you are in for a lot more work then you planned.... ... | |
| honda xr 80 head tension | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: could you tell me the head tension on a 1983 xr80,4large studs, one small also the valve clearances A: David, measure the bolt size (not head size) and use the chart shown here: ... | |
| 1970 honda sl 350 | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: Just finished restoration. Bike idles well,& runs well on the road for about 1-2 minutes and then ... A: John, be sure to take a small drill bit to all the passageways inside the petcock to ensure that ... | |
| HONDA brand oil | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: I hear a lot about using HONDA oil...not motorcycle oil from, say, Walmart.... but HONDA oil...like ... A: The manufacturers know the best way to lubricate and protect their designs, especially motorcycle ... | |
| S&S Leaking from head | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I saw you answer another question from an S&S owner, so I guess it's ok for me to ask too! S&S Super ... A: LOL! I answered a SS/Harley question before? I must have been delirious.... From what I know about ... | |
| Alternator? :( | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: Bike: 1984 "Jap Version" Yamaha xv Virago "750" Bought the bike in May, previous just had it out ... A: Nix, not being a Yamaha expert, I can only tell you that when bikes sit for a long time... just a ... | |
| throttle | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I own a 87 suzuki gsxr 1100 and I recently put new spark plugs, cleaned the carbs and put a new ... A: Jesse, I am not a Suzuki guy, but went to ... | |
| 1997 honda xr200r | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased a used 1997 xr200r 4-stroke. I was told that the bike will shift up through the ... A: Chris, First of all, you need to find out why the clutch pull is so difficult. It shouldn't be like ... | |
| makeing front brake switch work | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: if i block one side of my dual brake switch and just use the other side will my brake light still ... A: Edward, it would have been so helpful for you to tell me what the heck you are working on. Honda ... | |
| 1971 cb350 honda | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: Bill I have been fighting a carb problem i soaked the carbs for 3 days blowed them out good and put ... A: Soaking carburetors for 3 days should never be necessary. If you were putting them in high-grade ... | |
| main fuse blowing | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a Honda CB200T. I can ride it for a few minutes in 1st gear and then 2nd for a little when I ... A: Zayne, from what you describe, it sounds like there is a short in the brake light switch system or ... | |
| Clutch not working (?) on an 85 Honda Shadow 1100 | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: Bill, Been reading all the posts searching for a similar problem to mine... I recently bought a ... A: Jeff, Think it over again. The clutch is designed to be engaged all the time, unless you release it ... | |
| Honda Shadow 600 | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I was riding at about 60mph and the bike just died like it ran out of gas. I checked the gas tank ... A: Kat, it would be nice to know the year of your bike. They have been making them since the 1980s and ... | |
| My New pit bike | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: I'm not sure what brand this bike is but I just got it and it doesn't start but sounds really good ... A: Benjamin... it doesn't start but "sounds really good"? You are losing me here.... With little ... | |
| Bogging Down - Honda Nighthawk | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1983 Honda Nighthhawk 750. Shortly after I purchased it i discovered that it ... A: Jerry, These bikes have an electronic ignition system that requires a fully charged battery and ... | |
| Honda QA 50 1973 | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: G'day Bill, I have my first motorbike back after it has gone around the family a QA 50 and ... A: Dave, I have never worked on one or owned one, but the bulletins in the below link should solve the ... | |
| 1967 Honda CL77 head light case problems | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to match up my CL77 wiring to the CL72-I Wiring Diagram on page 32 of your CL77 ... A: Phil, the green wires from the headlight bulb are ground. One attaches to the tab on the headlight ... | |
| honda 200s timing | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1984 honda 200s. I pulled the engine apart to replace the gaskets, and hone the cylinder. ... A: Seems a little late to ask about timing with the motor put back together now... ?? If it turns ... | |
| Carburetor problems | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: Honda CB250N 1984. Recently had to strip top end of motor to repair stripped thread in crankcase. ... A: Lynton, we didn't get the 250N version in the US, only the 400-450cc one. Hopefully, the carb design ... | |
| 1982 Honda CM450E Oil Change disaster! | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: Help! It's the end of the riding season here and I'm preparing to winterize the bike. After 3500 ... A: Kirk, the bolt is metric, of course, and when overtightened can really get stuck in place. I would ... | |
| Honda V45 Manga | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I'm having a reoccurring problem with my 1986 V45 Magna. The bike starts good, idles good ... A: Darrick, It sounds fuel flow related. Could be from the relay or the fuel pump. The pump doesn't ... | |
| CB550K3 and oil temperature | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: My friend and i have CB550K3 bikes we try to restore as best we can. We have rebored the first of ... A: Lars, air cooled engines are going to heat up in traffic, when air flow is limited. Honda has ... | |
| Upper head noise | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Honda Rebel. When engine is at idle it sounds fine, when running with throttle engaged ... A: Michael, you didn't mention the mileage on your bike or any service background. The camchain tension ... | |
| 76 Honda cb550 sputters and dies in gear | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a 76 cb550 that idles just fine in neutral and when clutch is in. When clutch is let out, it ... A: Bobby, from what you describe, the clutch is just short of full engagement, not disengagement. If ... | |
| 1998 Honda Foreman 400 | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I can not get my ATV to start. I have replaced the battery and the solenoid and still wont start by ... A: I suspect that the handlebar starter switch may be having issues, or the wiring to it. Other ... | |
| 2000 Honda XR100R questions | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Bill: my son is trying to get a 2000 Honda XR100R running for a friend. We need to know how to set ... A: Ronda, the valve specifications are .002" for the intake and exhaust valves, set COLD on the ... | |
| can a 85 600r xl be converted to electric start | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: is there anyway it can be done. im using this bike to get around, and i think using electric would ... A: Chris, check with www.xrsonly.com for further info. I imagine that the changeover to an electric ... | |
| 86-shadow engine oil leak- more info | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: The new question is- how to I get to the inner clutch pushrod seal??- remove side case without ... A: Tom, http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-vt1100c-shadow-1100-1986-us_model7623/partslist/E++10.html It goes ... | |
| 86 Shadow 1100 oil leak behind clutch cyl-shifter rod-engine oil | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: located behind the clutch slave cylinder. Told by honda tech that I needed to remove the left side ... A: Tom, go to: http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-vt1100c-shadow-1100-1986-us_model7623/partslist/E++09.html ... | |
| 1994 honda xr200r | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: 1994 honda xr200r wont start - its been sitting for 6 months, before that it would only start with ... A: Paolo, the first thing to do is to remove the carburetor and clean out all the passages and jets. ... | |
| Vt500C - Bogging issue | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: I took out the plugs and all 4 are black sooty , replaced them and in 4 minutes in a ride around ... A: Paul, well that is a good clue. The choke cable just pulls the small plungers out to uncover small ... | |
| motorcycle | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: how much and what kind of oil do i put in my honda cb750k 1979 A: Bryan///// http://motorbikearchives.com/Bike-Tests/Road-and-Street/Honda-CB750F-1980.html Looks ... | |
| CA95 spark problem | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: Have a 1966 CA95 I restored. Ran fine then all of a sudden I have spark on only the right side. ... A: Doug, check your battery voltage, spark plug cap resistance values. Plug caps should be zero ohms ... | |
| 1985 vt500c bogging out | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: Bill I have a problem with my 500 , it's bogging out when opening throttle , I purchased the bile ... A: Paul, a 23 year old bike can have a lot of problems and possibilities for things to go wrong. You ... | |
| This Magna VF700 has a MYSTERY AILMENT that we just can't figure out! HELP! | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: This Magna VF700 has a MYSTERY AILMENT that we just can't figure out! HELP!? I have a 1984 Honda ... A: Luke if the stator were the problem your bike would lose voltage to the whole ignition system. ... | |
| 1978 Honda cb550K | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I noticed all your awesome diagnosis's and decided to give you a try with a few questions. I just ... A: Kyle, Any time you get involved with a 30 year old bike with 9k miles, it is obvious that it has sat ... | |
| fuel leaking out of carb float bowl | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda 750 Sabre/V45. It was fine a few days ago and I reconnected a choke cable. Now ... A: Brian, go back to the bikebandit.com site reference and you will see the fuel pump. It should be ... | |
| fuel leaking out of carb float bowl | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda 750 Sabre/V45. It was fine a few days ago and I reconnected a choke cable. Now ... A: Brian, fuel flowing from the overflow nipple is indicative of a leaking float valve. Either the ... | |
| Removing carburaters | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I have bought a 1984 honda v45 magna with 700cc engine. It has a gas leak at the main inlet tube ... A: Lynn, I had to fix a similar fuel line leak from the fuel pump line to the carb rack. You have to ... | |
| 1972 Honda SL350 engine noise | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1972 Honda SL350 with 8K miles which I have not ridden in a few years.I stopped riding it ... A: The tensioner parts are wedged between the head and cylinders and crankcase, so the motor comes out ... | |
| 1972 Honda SL350 engine noise | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1972 Honda SL350 with 8K miles which I have not ridden in a few years.I stopped riding it ... A: Cody, reference here... ... | |
| 1973 Honda CB450 Poor Shifting | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I'm third owner on this bike & it has about 14K on it. I only put about 1K a year at the most on it ... A: Layton, unless the bike was really abused, 14k miles shouldn't mean the end of the life of the ... | |
| 1982 Yamaha RD350LC - fuel questions | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I know you're a Honda guy, but thought I'd give it a shot. I've got 2 issues: 1) I've notice that ... A: Blair, yes I am a Honda guy... 4 strokes, specifically. I have some passing knowledge about Yamaha ... | |
| CA95 Timing Confusion | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: Bill- I have a 1965 Honda CA95 Benly Touring 150. It was in a garage since 1974 and in pretty ... A: Steve, you can recheck your cam timing by putting the pistons back up at the T mark and looking to ... | |
| CB200 issues | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I've just rebuilt a 1974 CB200 top end and gone through the carbs. The engine will idle but is very ... A: Zach, see this small illustration: ... | |
| oil leaking from alternator screw hole | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1972 Honda cb175 (k5) with only 5,000 miles on it. Runs strong, a real beauty. Recently I ... A: James, there ain't no fixin' it. That's because the alternator runs in oil, designed that way by the ... | |
| 1964 CA95 Rev up issue | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1964 Honda CA95 I am working on that has been sitting for a while. I have managed to get ... A: Vance, you need to go over the tune-up procedures, checking the spark timing after you have removed ... | |
| Clutch issues on 1984 Honda Shadow 700C | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: My vintage Shadow will not engage the clutch to allow shifting. I have replaced the master cylinder ... A: Chuck, the clutch line is the hardest to bleed, due to all the twists and turns in the line, as it ... | |
| Yamaha XT225 carb | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2003 XT225. It sat all winter with fuel in the tank. Not surprised when it wouldn't ... A: Nathan, not really an vintage Honda question, but I did look up the bike on bikebandit.com ... | |
| speedometer | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 xl1200c and every now and then while riding, usually around 55 to 65 mph, I'll notice ... A: Andy... is this a HARLEY question????? Dunno much about them.... if speedo dies it could be the ... | |
| That 1978 XL350 | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I checked the Kill sw and it was fine. I checked the coil by removing it and using a meter set on ... A: Mike... The coil wire will show contact to ground if the points are closed.... Put some plastic ... | |
| GL1800 wont idel at the right rpm | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2005 GL1800 when I start the bike it idel around 1000 rpms but drops to around 450-500 rpms A: Danny, it is my brand, but as you may have noticed, I don't claim GW knowledge..... 900 lb, Fuel ... | |
| 1978 XL350 quit running | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: Hey Bill, I'm working on a 1978 XL350 single (sn 3204625) which I recently bought. When I got it, it ... A: Mike, the XL350 has a spread out magneto ignition which requires: Permanent magnet rotor, spinning ... | |
| 1969 CT90K1 power issue | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1969 CT90K1 that I start a couple of times a year, keep fairly fresh gas in it (with ... A: Scott, they aren't the most overpowered bikes on the planet, but a good CT90 should go about 60 mph. ... | |
| Honda XL100 | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 78 Honda xl 100. It has been sitting for a long time. I rebuilt the carburetor and it runs ... A: Rob, the carb overflow problem can be sourced to several things. Pinhole in the float, causing it ... | |
| muffler for CL 175 | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1972 K6 CL175 Honda Scrambler that needs a new exhaust and muffler. Honda has stopped ... A: Jordan, in most cases, an entire system from one series will fit the other. Honda changed the color ... | |
| 1968 CL175 Honda Alternator | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Does the alternator on a 1968 CL175 run in oil? My 1968 has oil in the alternator "compartment" and ... A: Bill, yes this is normal. From about 1968 most Hondas have oil cooled stators, which makes it a more ... | |
| 1982 Honda 250 cm | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have the right side cover of my 1982 Hinda 250 cm stolen. As this part is discontinued, is there a ... A: Bernard... there is one in Holland... about $160 or so.... ... | |
| KAWASAKI 440LTD REAR SPROCKET | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: chain has inconsistant tightness (loose, tight) when rear wheel is rotated. Noticed sprocket has ... A: Bill, you didn't give a year, so I had to make a guess... ... | |
| changing bulbs | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: how do i get to the bulbs around my 85 ltd A: George..... 85 LTD????? Ford, Kawasaki, Gold Wing???? Instrument lights, turn signals, headlight, ... | |
| about ideal | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: ok i have a 1986 Honda nighthawk 700.the problem is the bike was running good then all the sudden ... A: Rick, it could be several things.... bad spark plug caps... should be 5k ohms and all four close to ... | |
| CB750 Custom Battery Charging Issues | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1980 CB750 Custom with 9500 miles. I have had this bike in the shop about 3 times to deal ... A: Peter... Generally, the rotors are the main problem on these bikes, after the generator brushes ... | |
| 1984 shadow VT500C power loss shut down | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: My shadow until recently was running fine and used regularly. Driving along now it it will shut ... A: Paul, it is hard to troubleshoot a problem like this when it won't stay dead long enough to give you ... | |
| 1984 shadow VT500C power loss shut down | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: My shadow until recently was running fine and used regularly. Driving along now it it will shut ... A: Paul, you didn't give me as much info as I would have liked, including mileage and other details. ... | |
| 1977 honda 550cb four-k died today | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1977 honda 550cb four-k that I bought 2 months ago. It has been running great until today. ... A: Kris, check the battery voltage first. If okay, then move onto the fuses and then to the ignition ... | |
| vt700 1986 shadow | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: two of the wires coming from stator getting hot dose this mean there is a bad ground or should i be ... A: James, go to this site's links for more specific assistance... ... | |
| '82 CB450SC Nighthawk Speedometer | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: Do you know what the speedometer ratio is for this bike. I need to buy an after- market replacement ... A: Dave, I don't know that information. Honda used to mark the speedos with a 1mile=xxxx rpm stamp, but ... | |
| poor running lt80 quad | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: The bike starts fine, idles fine, but when you start off it runs fine for about 30 feet and then ... A: Larry, it really isn't my brand nor do I deal with ATV/ATCs. It sounds like there is an oil line ... | |
| 2003 CMX250 no power | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: Just had this REBEL tuned up with new fluids, plugs, battery, and carb cleanout. Ran well for week, ... A: David, You checked the 10 amp fuses, but it sounds like you missed the 20 amp fuse on the starter ... | |
| cdi units | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: can you tell me, or know where i can get compatibility what cdi units will work on 1983 cb550sc ... A: I found this link recently and searched for your CDI modules... ... | |
| Coil ? | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: hey i have my 650 yamaha special there and its been a while and i decide to start it but,ok i put ... A: Billy, I am not a Yamaha expert. I think that there were various versions, most with points and ... | |
| 2001 suzuki bandit 1200 | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I know u work on Hondas but the guy i bought the bike from had only put about 2 qt of oil in it ... A: Derick, little clinking and tinkling sounds are usually indicators of: Damaged pistons from seizure ... | |
| timing line ups | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a honda 1971 sl 125 ko engine that I have been working on. However when I went to time the ... A: Stephen, If the cam timing marks are not lining up correctly, either the camchain is stretched way ... | |
| vapor lock | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1984 Honda vf500 interceptor.When the bike starts to get a little hot it starts vapor ... A: If the bike is a California model it has an extra vent hose fitting that goes to the carbon ... | |
| Speedometer for 82 Nighthawk 450 | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I just bought an 82 nighthawk 450 off the son of the original owner the bike is in beautiful shape ... A: David, first check the speedometer cable that is attached to the front wheel. Disconnect the drive ... | |
| 1972 xl250 engine side cover paint | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I need to know what kind of spray can paint will match that olive green on those magnesium outer ... A: Mike, take it to an automotive paint store and they can computer match it. I can't recall an olive ... | |
| WIERD HESITATION | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I KNOW YOU'RE A HONDA GUY BUT I PRAY YOU CAN HELP ME. I HAVE A 1980 YAM XS650 SPECIAL. ABOUT A WEEK ... A: Chris, did you check the chain slack at several locations on the chain, as you spun the wheel? If ... | |
| Chain | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Ive got a generic defiant 250cc which is like a Chinese knock down of Yamaha Virago 250cc. Im not ... A: Aaron, the drive chain adjustment is critical for any chain-driven motorcycle. Proper inspection, ... | |
| Honda Cb125s has no Spark | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1978 Honda Cb125s. The bike has no spark, and I have been racking my brain ... A: Abhimanyu, First thing to know is that these bike's ignition systems are battery-powered... 6volts. ... | |
| jet needle retaining clip | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I recently rebuilt my carbs on my 1975 Honda CB200 and when I was removing the jet needle retaining ... A: Robert, The needle and two clips (e-clip and spring clip) are part of the jet needle part assembly. ... | |
| CB160 Front shock removal | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: I'm have a heck of a time getting the front shocks and forks off a 1966 CB160. I'm using a Glenn's ... A: Charlie, there are two versions of the forks. ... | |
| honda cb100 | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: i'm thinking of buying a cb 100, either 1973 or 1975--there are two that i'm looking at. i'm new ... A: Daniel, The early CB/CL/SL100-125s had one-piece cylinder heads which gave problems locating their ... | |
| there is gas in oil chamber | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: The other day I Added to my oil about 1/4 of a quart Mobile Synthetic I own a honda shadow 2002 ... A: Joshua, you didn't mention the mileage on the bike, which may be an influence on the problem ... | |
| 1983 Honda V45 Magna | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda V45 Magna that is not getting power at the fuel pump. The pump is new along with ... A: Chris, check the fuses and/or fusible link next to the solenoid. Sometimes fuses look good but can ... | |
| charging problem | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 95 yamaha virago. The problem is something drains the battery down very fast. I had the ... A: Well, Jason.... this a Yamaha question not a Honda question. I can send you to the Electrosport ... | |
| 1985 Honda Shadow VT500 | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I was working on my bike last fall and decided to let it run for about 10 minutes after working on ... A: Chris, start with the basics... Pull the spark plugs and see if they are fuel fouled or show signs ... | |
| CT 90 Stalling and won't Re-Start | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: i recently inherited a 1977 Honda CT 90, odometer read 335 miles on it, for atleast the last 20 ... A: Brandon, with only 336 miles, the stator should not have been the issue. The rectifier probably is ... | |
| honda ct90 starting problem | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: I acquired a 1972 honda ct90 and according to the serial number its a K4. I completely restored the ... A: 20mm is the correct float level 62 is correct main jet 35 is idle jet Clean ALL fuel and air ... | |
| Ca95 hard starting when warmed up. | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: My 1964 Honda Benly starts easily from a cold start and after running for about 15 minutes or ... A: Harley, first thought is that almost any old 60s Honda should not start easily when cold! Usually, ... | |
| Loss of power/hesitation 1982 450 nighthawk | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a 1982 Honda 450 blackhawk and it hesitates or will not hold a even speed on the road. ... A: Larry, your 26 year old Nighthawk probably needs a good carb clean and inspection. ... | |
| bike won't shift | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I own a 97 Honda Rebel 250cc in which I recently laid down. I can get the bike to start but ... A: Roy, if you went down on the left side, you may have bent the shift lever and the shift shaft that ... | |
| Electrical | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Honda Sabre 1100cc. The bike is not charging the battery. I know the battery is good, ... A: Joseph, the major known issues on Honda 1100s are the stator plug, where it connects to the harness. ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB200T carb problem | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help. This is going to be a little long, but I don't want to leave out something ... A: Robert, some key things to check are: Petcock internal passageways. Disassemble and run a drill bit ... | |
| rattling noise | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: I have an 86 VF700C magna. When I'm cruising around or sitting still while revving the engine, I ... A: Joe, that isn't real descriptive for troubleshooting purposes. Does it happen under load, at idle, ... | |
| '71 350CL electrical | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm trying to get an old 350 running but am having some trouble with the electrical work. I got a ... A: Jack, go here for a wiring diagram: http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring.php A gray ... | |
| liking front fork problem | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: my name is Felipe and I have a problem with front fork liking and see if you work on those, or if ... A: Felipe, It appears that you live in SFO area..Yes? Check with Charlie's Place in SF, who ... | |
| harley rear brakes | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: i have a 05 883c xl i replaced the rear tire and installed new rear brake pads i have tried to bleed ... A: Mike, this is a stretch for me, as I am NOT a H-D guy at all. If you just removed old pads and ... | |
| seat removal, and misfire. | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1985 honda shadow 500vt, I can't seem to find a lever or anyghing to release to remove the ... A: Gail, this was a puzzling question as the normal resources I use for illustrations: ... | |
| OIL FILTER | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: JUST SEALED UP BOTTOM END PUT CLUTCH BASKET AND EVERY THING ELSE ON GO TO PUT THE FILTER ON,IS THERE ... A: Randy... Guess we are talking 250-305s, right!? Great! It goes on the outside of the filter rotor, ... | |
| 1986 VN750 | 6/8/2008 |
| Q: How do you remove the right engine cover, I need to replace the gasket. I have removed the brake ... A: Lenny... good thing that MrHonda knows that a VN750 is a Kawasaki! ... | |
| electrical spark issue | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: i have 1974 cb125s that shows spark when u move the points by hand while grounding the spark plug on ... A: In case you don't have the wiring diagram, go here: ... | |
| CA160 HONDA | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: Bill ,.im writing to see if you can e mail me with the info for making a rectifier for my bike . ... A: Lorenzo... http://physiology.usouthal.edu/restore/diode/diode.html ... | |
| Questions about 1985 Honda Rebel 250 | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Silver, I just bought a 1985 Honda Rebel 250 to fix up. When I bought it it had been out in a ... A: David, you need to remove the carburetor and clean it thoroughly, change out whatever old fuel is in ... | |
| exiter 185 | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: i have 1 big spark then very fine spark .is the stater supposed to have oil in that part of engine A: Walter, you don't make it very easy for MrHonda to help you. The year of the bike and make (Yamaha) ... | |
| Carbs for 1979 Honda CM400T | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me where I can buy a set of carbs for 1979 Honda CM400T ? A: How about this...? ... | |
| 1974 HONDA CB750K | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 74 HONDA CB750K THAT WAS IN STORAGE. I JUST GOT IT OUT RECENTLY AND IT HAD A DEAD BATTERY ... A: Adam.... go here for illustrations: ... | |
| valve timing | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a 72 350 honda that i would like to get running when i went to check timing,point gap,and ... A: Mike, if the cam timing isn't correct by very much, then the valves and pistons will hit, usually ... | |
| CBX750 engine noise | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: here goes! The bike is a 1986,CBX750fe,4 cylinder,aircooled,16v,hydraulic tappets. once the bike is ... A: Paul, Being that it appears from your question/info that you didn't change out the camchain ... | |
| '75 CB360T Clutch "pop" issue | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a longstanding and annoying clutch issue with my '75 CB360 that I just cannot figure out. ... A: Sean, Looking at http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-cb360t-1975/o/m9224 ... | |
| OIL FILTER | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: MY NAME IS RANDY BECKER,IM STARTING TO REBUILD MY 1965 HONDA DREAM 305 AND I FORGOT WHERE THE ... A: Randy, the oil filter is centrifugally driven by the small chain off the end of the crankshaft. On ... | |
| shifting to neutral | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: I am having a problem shifting into neutral once the motor heats up.Do I need a clutch adjustment ... A: David, the clutch cable has an adjuster on the ends, so you can take up the slack. Loosen the lock ... | |
| throttle grip | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2000 yamaha 1100 custom vstar ,the other bike I had was a honda and I am assuming they are ... A: David... Being that it isn't a HONDA question, I went here: ... | |
| cb400 rear tire removal | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: any help would be greatly appreciated! so i am restoring a 1977 cb400. i am in the breakdown stage ... A: Joe.. go to http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-cb400f-1977/o/m9441 Brake ... | |
| 1989 cr250 | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a 89cr250 and it fouls up the plug when ever I slow down for a minute or two why? It ... A: Wes, are we talking oil fouling or fuel fouling? Two different conditions there.... If you put in a ... | |
| Clutch fades on 86 Honda shadow | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a 86 honda shadow that is in pretty decent condition other then a few ... A: Pat, did someone look carefully at the clutch master cylinder bore inside? If there is corrosion or ... | |
| carb adjustment | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: My 83 honda nighthawk cb650sc is sputtering/loosing power when I give it about half throttle. in ... A: Rafael, go here to look at exploded parts illustrations: ... | |
| MOTORCYCLE NOT STARTING | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1976 HONDA GOLDWING GL1000 IT SAT OUTSIDE LAST YEAR RAN GOOD BEFORE LEFT OUTSIDE PUT NEW ... A: Randy, with a fully charged battery in the system, try jumping across the two starter solenoid posts ... | |
| Honda 650 Nighthawk | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: I bought a bike from a friend a few weeks ago. He put a new battery in it just before, but only ... A: William, there are several versions of 650 Nighthawks, so am not sure which one you have; SOHC or ... | |
| 1963 Honda CA95 150 Benly | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: I am looking at purchasing a 1963 Honda CA95 150 Benly that I found on Craigslist and I just want ... A: John, if the bike is complete and has a rebuilt top end, then the smoking problems should be solved. ... | |
| kawasaki ex250f3 | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: the starter will not work it clicks but that's it A: Chad.... dead battery.... Charge it, load test it, if it is more than 2 years old, replace it. ... | |
| 05 Nighthawk 250 carb issues | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: Bill. We picked up a baby Nighthawk last year for my wife and it's done nothing but foul plugs ... A: David, if you have done a lot of V4 carbs, then I am not too sure what else I can say about this ... | |
| Honda Rebel key | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a 1985 Honda Rebel 250 and the key is missing. Is the key number somewhere on the bike ... A: Walter, it is stamped on the edge of the ignition switch and underneath the helmet holder unit. You ... | |
| 77 cb750k clutch loose on handle | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: rode bike into my garage and noticed clutch cable loose on handlebar. of course I played with it and ... A: Dave, there are cable adjusters on both ends of the clutch cable. The cable adjuster on the ... | |
| CT 90 carb | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I am trying to get a 1977 Honda CT90 running. I have thoroughly cleaned and rebuilt the ... A: Deni... check valve clearances first. COLD .002" on both sides. Second, take the spark advancer ... | |
| Vz 800 | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 98 suzuki VZ 800 5500 miles While riding I felt a complete loss of power like I was out of ... A: Jeff, tough question for MrHonda.... A thick cloud of smoke, coming from a water-cooled engine, ... | |
| Fuses | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 1981 Goldwing that I recently replaced the starter relay(seliniod). When I hooked it ... A: Chuck, which is "the fuse" as I think there are is more than one fuse for the bike. You haven't ... | |
| stator on a 1980 cb650 custom | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: i have a 1980 cb650 custom,i have done alot of work to this bike, mostly normal matinance, but i ... A: Ryan, do not blindly replace a component until it has been tested. Stators are not common failures ... | |
| V65 Magna Tune up | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a '84 V65 Magna which is in great shape and would like to tune it up but really know ... A: Brad, go to this webpage: http://www.sunley.ca/moto.html and then scroll through the various links ... | |
| carburator repair | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1985 Honda Nighthawk CB450SC. When I first start the bike with the choke fully on, it ... A: John, your 23 year old bike probably needs a good tuneup, carb clean and thorough going-over. SEE: ... | |
| ct 70 bogs when throttle is cracked open | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a '81 Honda ct70 which idles great and will run good at low rpm and mid range, but when I ... A: Gary, http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-ct70-1981/o/m2293 to look ... | |
| cam chain tenaioner | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: This is a non-Honda question.If you do not know can you refer me to someone who may be able to help ... A: James, I assume that you were reading what I found, which is: ... | |
| 1972 cl 175 | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: I am rebuilding my cl175.Mine to was seized but i found a donor motor.All i need is to know where to ... A: Kyle, You can find a lot of good Honda parts on Ebay auctions. Most any motorcycle shop or machine ... | |
| 1980 Honda CB900C | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: The oil is coming from a round plug on the front of the motor just under the cylinder head cover. ... A: http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-cb900c-1980/o/m2011 The 11.5x7 plug ... | |
| 1966 CB 160 No spark | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: I am getting this bike out of warm dry 32 year storage. It had spark but it disappeared before I got ... A: Clarke, First, clean the contact faces thoroughly, set the gap to about .014" at the high spot on ... | |
| 1985 Magna v45 carb no power. | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: I just recently finished(almost) restoring a 1985 Honda Magna v45 700cc. It is all stock, stock ... A: Luke, Is the bike warming up okay at idle? These bikes tended to be cold blooded, so choke is ... | |
| 1972 honda cb350 | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: I bought a Honda CB350 on line and it ran great, until i left the key in the ignition which drained ... A: Danny, DO NOT push start the bike with a dead battery. New ones cost about $40. They only last about ... | |
| coolant system | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: I have chinese made scooter, which is a replica of the honda reflex.the scooter has a 244cc clone of ... A: Leo, this why I try to steer people away from the Chinese stuff.. no parts and service support over ... | |
| CB 750 4 K Jetting | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: I went through this 30 years ago and forgot. I have 78 CB 750 , am adding Mac 4-1 Header and K&N Pod ... A: George, the little Honda tune-up book I have says you have 110 main jets in there now. Generally, ... | |
| clutch problem? | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: i have a 83 goldwing,that for the last couple of years has been difficult to shift into neutral.now ... A: Gary, Wings are not my specialty. First, you may just need a new clutch, if you have it adjusted ... | |
| 1978 honda xl 125 | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: bill,do you have a wiring diagram for a 1978 xl 125? I am trying to get it running with, or ... A: I don't have much data on MotoSports/Enduros in my inventory. Try the SL125 diagram at: ... | |
| 1976 honda CB360t | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I just started rebuilding the carbs and found out that one of the throttle cables is rotted and ... A: Dustin.... PUSH or PULL? ... | |
| 85 honda vt 700 c | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: sometimes it stops clicking while im holding the button sometimes it doesn't do anything at all. ... A: Cliff, clicking at the solenoid is generally a sign of low voltage. If the battery is more than 2 ... | |
| 1795 Honda CB360T | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: I am the proud owner of a 1975 CB360T. The bike has 12,000 miles on it and is in good shape. The ... A: James, the ignition timing has to be absolutely correct on both sides, but at idle and full advance, ... | |
| Gas Tank | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: How does a person remove dents from a gas tank? Are there special tools? Tried researching but I've ... A: Leroy, that kind of work is pretty much for experts. In some cases, people that have tools, like ... | |
| starting problems | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: how can I set The Timing in my 200S ATC HONDA 1985. ANSWER: Manuel, the ignition timing is not ... A: Manuel, NOW you tell me the rest of the story! Yes, it probably is cam timing issues..... The cam ... | |
| 1967 honda | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: My father left me his old 1967 Honda CA77. I would like to sell it but have no idea of it's value. ... A: Tina, the "value" of a CA77 Dream is anywhere from $200 to $6k depending on originality, mileage, ... | |
| starting problems | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: how can I set The Timing in my 200S ATC HONDA 1985. A: Manuel, the ignition timing is not adjustable. ... | |
| best performance when cold, and with choke closed | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1979 honda cb650, and it really bogs after it warms up. I have found that when the bike ... A: Jonathan, Should be richer, rather than leaner at that altitude. If the engine runs better with ... | |
| motorcycle | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: 1994 honda shadow how to take the seat of? A: 600 or 1100 Shadow????? http://www.bikebandit.com/honda-motorcycle-parts-1994/oem-parts Choose a ... | |
| carbs cb160 | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1969 cb160 sport--I've always had to choke the bike for cold starts. I rebuilt the carbs ... A: Mike, you probably put the slides in backwards. They are left and right sided. Cutaways always go ... | |
| stator test GS550E suzuki | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: First Hi, and tahnk you. The question. How can i test the stator integrity whit out dismount it A: Ricardo, here is some info about stators, in general. ... | |
| Z50 identification | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I bought what I believe to be a 1970 Honda Z50A. The steering stem tag is missing. I have searched ... A: Mike, http://www.motorera.com/honda/h0050/z50a/z50a.htm It looks like it is a 70-71 K1 version, ... | |
| motorcycle | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: is a clutch adjustment for a 1982 v45 magna motorcycle? A: No, it is hydraulic. If the clutch is slipping it is probably burned up, unless the master cylinder ... | |
| fuel leak | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Kawasaki vn1500 it was leaking gas through carburetors and eashuset I pulled plugs and ... A: Gerr, Dunno much about Kawis, but a few things come to mind. 1: Did you put the old plugs back in ... | |
| 72 CB350 Rebuilding Problems & Questions | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a few questions about rebuilding an older Honda engine. I have a 1972 Honda CB350K3. Bike ... A: Kevin, Was your "carbon buildup" black fuel based or brown-ish oil based deposits? How long did you ... | |
| BLEEDING THE CLUTCH | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: i have a 97 suzuki intruder 1400 vs and i have tried to bleed the hydrolic clutch but it just does ... A: Jesse, clutch hydraulics can be a real pain to bleed out properly. Not a Honda question, but the ... | |
| Honda CR80 4 Stroke | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a Honda CR80 (80's model). I'm not sure of exact year. I have gotten the ... A: Tommy, most auto parts stores or machine shops can offer you various thread repair kits. ... | |
| KZ 700 Fast idle | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: I bought a Kawasaki KZ700 for almost nothing and am trying to get it on the road. The bike fires ... A: Randall, if you want me to answer non-Honda questions, I need more info to even begin... like the ... | |
| head gasket leak- '77 honda cb750k | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: Had bike to local shop for state inspection. Do not want to give inspection because of a head ... A: Dave, go to any auto parts store and look for some high temp, oil resistant RTV silicone sealant. ... | |
| 1973 CB450 AIR FILTER?? | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: CANT FIND AN AIR FILTER FOR MY 1973 CB450. I HAVE THE OLD ONE AND IT IS A ROUND CANISTER TYPE ... A: Brian.... I'm confused... are you? ... | |
| 2004 Honda Goldwing 1800 | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: I am installing a CB on my Goldwing. I can't locate the 2 pin connector on the drivers left toward ... A: Oh, Chuck.... this is so NOT a vintage Honda question! You need to be talking to these guys... ... | |
| CB350 wont start | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: Bill, You information is great and I've been following your advise. but ... it still wont start. A ... A: Doug, if you have a fully-charged, correct battery with 12.5+ volts, then the starter solenoid ... | |
| Honda ATV | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: How do you reset the oil change indicator on a 2002 Honda Rubicon 500 ATV. Thanks A: Many Hondas have a little rubber slot, just below the odometer or where the indicator is. Push your ... | |
| air leak | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: i cleaned air filter on yamaha 2007 r6s and now i have a loud sound its like air be suck its sounds ... A: Jimmie, if the noise only happened after you did the work, then recheck your work. Probably left a ... | |
| timming | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: i have a 1992 Honda shadow vt 1100. my question is where do i find the trimming advance to time it? ... A: Larry, the ignition timing starts with the pulser coil, next to the flywheel, and then is controlled ... | |
| Coils wont fire | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: i installed a new wiring harness on my 1975 honda cb750 as well as a different engine of same year, ... A: James, check the primary resistance in the coils.. and the secondary resistance between the two ... | |
| spark advance '68 cl350 | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a spark advancer that was removed from the bike without the lobe of the cam getting marked ... A: Tom, the process of setting up the ignition timing will tell you immediately, whether the point cam ... | |
| 91 honda nighthawk cb750 - no spark | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: I have an intermittent problem with spark on the bike. Sometimes the bike runs smoothly but ... A: Mark, which spark plug boot are you disconnecting? Plug caps are generally in the 5k ohm range, so I ... | |
| 1997 honda cr 125 engine crank ceased | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: recently i got a 1997 Honda cr 125r two-stroke liquid cooled dirt bike. So i was riding it and it ... A: Elliot, 2 stroke crankshafts need oil for the main and rod bearings. The coolant flows through the ... | |
| '76 honda cb500t cam marks | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: I went to set the valves for the first time on this bike tonight(Got it last year and put 1500 miles ... A: Jeff, watch the valves at the T and LT positions. They will either both be closed on compression ... | |
| Motorcycle repair | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1985 Goldwing Aspencade. The starter won't engage (makes a zinging noise). What is the ... A: Barbara, the "zinging" sound is a sign that the starter clutch components are failing to grip the ... | |
| '85 honda magna vf700c questions | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: Two questions. First is: Is there an available aftermarket or OEM fuel tank that fits an 85 magna ... A: Sean, First answer.. No, not that I know of Second answer... The hard starting/low idling could ... | |
| 99 V-Star 1100 custom | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to replace the rear disk brake pads without removing the rear tire? I'm new at ... A: David, generally it is possible, with the right tools. If you are new at working on bikes and you ... | |
| 1980 honda cb650c not charging | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: I got this bike a year ago and cant keep it running. I found a short that was draining the battery ... A: Daniel, If you put a NEW stator on the bike then we'll pass by that item, which is the most common ... | |
| how do i check for spark | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: i have a 1999 cbr 600(honda)i am not getting no start its cranking but no start i have full tank of ... A: Sham, you will have to get down to a spark plug wire and either remove the wire and the spark plug, ... | |
| Carb intake boots for '82 cb 900c | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1982 Honda CB900c. It's idiling really high around 3500 or so the idle adjustment screw has ... A: Trey, before you go tearing into the manifolds, spray some WD40 or carb cleaner/starting fluid ... | |
| How many Hours/miles before top end rebuild | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I recently purchased a 1973 Honda SL 100 that I want to do a complete restoration on. The bike ... A: Randy, the wear issues on the one-piece heads are a combination of production tolerance stack-ups, ... | |
| C102 Super Cub | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: I'am trying to find out what year this is so i can get it titled vin# C102-C59537 Honda ... A: Pat, I asked the VJMC group about the chart and I got a copy of the Japanese site data. Bit blurry ... | |
| 2006 Honda VTX 1800 | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: Bill, I replaced the turning signal bulbs with LED's and I need to change the flasher module. I ... A: David, if you go to www.bikebandit.com and select HONDA parts, all the illustrations for the bikes ... | |
| cb900 exhaust missfire | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: Bill, my 1980 cb900c smokes for a few minutes when startup than clears up.Also there is a missfire ... A: Gary, Honda thinks the compression should be 170 psi! If you checked it with carbs on/throttle ... | |
| 1971 cb100 spark | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: The engine has compression, and i have no kick start so i am push starting it. the battery is no ... A: Jeremy, go there for a wiring diagram. http://www.oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring.php ... | |
| c65 | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a honda cub 65 and am wondering why I'm only getting 3volt output when it is running. ... A: Ron, in case you don't have the wiring diagram, go here: ... | |
| Honda CA110: Won't Run | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a 50cc CA110, SN C110-459968. I believe it is a 1968 model. It was not running when I got it, ... A: Nik, the valve clearance is .004" (TDC compression stroke) and critical on small displacement ... | |
| slipping kick start | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: my son has a rm 80 1985 and the kick start keeps on slipping i have had it a part but can not see ... A: Stephen, not really a Honda question, is it? Still, kickstarters are either driven directly through ... | |
| Honda Cub | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: I bought a Cub 50, blue with original solo seat - frame is stamped C106-J10093. I am restoring this ... A: Mark, Are you sure that the serial number isn't a C105? That would be a 55cc Cub model from the ... | |
| 1976 Honda cb750F1 | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: At 60mph the engine vibrates quite badly..only done 7500miles..everything seems straight and in ... A: Brett, Make sure the engine is completely okay first.... Even compression on all 4 cylinders Clean ... | |
| no spark | 2/12/2008 |
| Q: My old 84 xr 200r recently had new pistons and rings done but still smoked a bit but on last ride ... A: Paul, Refer to: http://www.bikebandit.com/houseofmotorcycles/honda-motorcycle-xr200r-1984/o/m9704 ... | |
| CA 95 carburetor | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: Bill. I have a 1965 Ca95 and the main jet hole is stripped. Am thinking of putting in a helicoil ... A: Doug, I am not clear as to whether your main jet holder is stripped on the inside, holding the jet ... | |
| 1985 Magna restore | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: .. for some reason after adjusting the valves, rebuilding the carburetors and a lot of other work, I ... A: Luke, some of those black fittings on top are carb vent connectors that to the carbon canister or ... | |
| Honda Drivetrain | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: I just inherited a 1980 CM400T. Should the rear wheel move at all when the bike is in gear? It ... A: Matt, take the spark plugs out first. Look here to see illustration of the left side cover and ... | |
| 1987TRX250x 4 wheeler | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: there are two timing marks on the flywheel a T and a F can you tell me which one to use to set the ... A: Jim, the T mark is for TDC Top Dead Center meaning the piston is at the top of the stroke. F mark is ... | |
| 1970 honda sl100 | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: how can i get spark without a battery? i dont have lights on the bike, all i want it to do is run. ... A: Don, the bike was designed to be a battery operated ignition system. Any small 6v battery in the ... | |
| First edition Honda dream 305 | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: I recently bought a Honda Dream 305 that has dropped out of the California DMV system. I am trying ... A: Thomas, my Honda Dream restoration guides on CD have all the information about how to date the ... | |
| exhaust | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: i have a honda varadero its a 125 lately my bike has got louder, lost power it struggles up hills ... A: Anthony.... Do a tune-up on it first! I would definitely check the valve clearances and adjust the ... | |
| 1980 honda cb900 custom | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: My cb900 runs great with the choke on however as soon as it's released the bike barely idles and has ... A: Rick, when bikes don't want to idle properly, the various possibilities are 1) low battery voltage ... | |
| HONDA REBEL 250 | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: Not sure if this can be ans. without actually looking at the bike, but here goes.... Honda Rebel ... A: Kathy, sorry to hear of the accident to your brand new Honda! :>( When bikes are left on their ... | |
| 1983 GL650 HONDA CAM CHAIN TENSIONER | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A 1983 HONDA GL650 AND THE MOTOR IS RUNNING IT MAKES A NOISE,WAS TOLD IT WAS CAM CHAIN ... A: Aaron, go to either bikebandits.com or cmsnl.com to access online microfiche illustrations. There ... | |
| 82 honda cb650sc nighthawk not running | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: i purchased an 82 honda nighthawk cb650sc and it ran alright. i sanded the rust off of the gas tank ... A: Keith, Keith, you can't "adjust the jets" to change the engine speed. Either there is a problem ... | |
| where to find a carburator | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1980 Honda CM400T that I am trying to get running, and providing things go as planned, I ... A: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/80-HONDA-CM400T-CM-400-TWIN-CARBURETORS-COMPLETE-CARBS_W0QQcmdZViewIt ... | |
| Oil Change | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: Just got into dirt bikes, and bought a 1989 Honda CR 125. I was wondering how to go about changing ... A: Bob, I am not a real big dirt bike/MX fan, so don't have that specific info. A quick search ... | |
| 82 honda cb650sc nighthawk not running | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: i purchased an 82 honda nighthawk cb650sc and it ran alright. i sanded the rust off of the gas tank ... A: Keith, if the bike sat with gas in the carbs for a few weeks, the fuel probably separated and has ... | |
| cbr900rr won't start | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 99 cbr 900rr ,The bike ran very good but . I started to work more and now i don't have time ... A: Daniel, you can't let bikes sit for weeks at a time, the gasoline separates into a layer of alcohol ... | |
| Hondamatic Seals | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Bill: I have a 1983 450cc Hondamatic and the transmission (to chain) seal is leaking. Manual ... A: Bob, I assume you are referring to the transmission output shaft, which carries the front ... | |
| motorcycle engines | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1975 keg 175 Kawasaki dirt bike and it is backfiring thought the carburetor what does this ... A: Dale, backfiring comes from a number of sources. Usually carb backfires come from a lean mixture or ... | |
| 1980 CB750F supersport | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: My 1980 CB750F supersport is not firing on cylinders 2&3, i cleaned the carbs, they were quite dirty ... A: Blaine. see below for illustrations of the parts on your bike. ... | |
| 1973 cb350four | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1973 cb 350f it is a four cylinder obviously. all i can find is the 350 cylinders in ... A: Matthew, Honda only supplies cylinder assemblies in STD bores for either model. After that you can ... | |
| 250cc hoonda recon | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: I bought a 1997 honda recon and it is smoking like crazy. The atv had set up for anout a year and a ... A: Mike, here is your link to online parts illustrations: ... | |
| charging system 1981 honda | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1981 honda cx500 , I am only getting 9 volts to the batt. does this usually mean the ... A: Tom, I will direct you to the CX500-650 page that will help you troubleshoot the problem in detail. ... | |
| Honda Dream CD Manual FS? | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I understand that you have the Dream shop manual(s) on cd, and i now have a Dream. Please let me ... A: David, I do have Dream Restoration Guides for sale. Contact me through my website: ... | |
| 2004 honda crf100f | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: this bike used to run great, sits a lot now, starts easy and with the choke on runs fine but with ... A: http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/honda-motorcycle-crf100f-2004/o/m2251 for references to ... | |
| i need help | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: i recently changed my air filter on my 93 gsxr 750 and found there was oil & gas in the air filter ... A: Gary, these are not the kinds of questions that I really enjoy.. not Honda and not enough info. The ... | |
| Removing Honda grips | 12/28/2007 |
| Q: Bill, With your extended experience with Hondas, I was hoping you would be able to help me with ... A: Dennis, grips are often applied with an adhesive at the factory. I have had success in the past ... | |
| 97 YAM XV1100 - REMOVING BATTERY | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I've been trying to remove the battery from a 97 Yamaha Virago 1100. I've revoved the seat, side ... A: Marc, tough question for MrHonda! ... | |
| 1971cl 175 voltage regulator | 12/25/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know if there is a way to check directly wheather a voltage regulator is good.I have ... A: Wow! That is a great find! One CL175 coming up! http://www.bikebandit.com/honda-1971/oem-parts ... | |
| petcock on Honda CL125 1969 | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: I bought this bike and am trying to get it to start. I noticed that after I installed a fuel filter ... A: A final thought on the petcock. The illustration isn't completely clear as to whether it has rivets ... | |
| CT 125 1981 | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: Gday Bill, I bought a CT 125 and wanted to know what the point settings are for this bike? Can I ... A: Gday, Greg.... CT125s were 1 year only bikes in the US, but apparently used a bit more Down Under, ... | |
| Kick Start will not move. | 12/22/2007 |
| Q: I was given an old Honda bike that has been setting under a shed for who know how long. The metal ... A: Bill, near here it said MFD in Japan by Honda Motor co. LTD 9/73 would be serial numbers, which ... | |
| 1980 honda 900 C | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill, Ive been working on this 80 900c for over a month. I dont like to bother anyone with my ... A: Bob/// Check this site for parts illustrations: ... | |
| sl125 | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: Im wondering what, if any other motors have the same mounts as a SL125. The motor is in a go cart ... A: Ian, any of the CB/CL/SL/XL100-125s should be a bolt-in. Just be sure that you have a matching ... | |
| 1985 honda xl350r | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: Having problems kick starting. Sometin=mes its very easy and other times it kicks my but. can you ... A: Buck, Thumpers can be pretty fussy about lighting off. Make sure that the engine is in a perfect ... | |
| 1982 honda cb 750 | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1982 honda cb 750 engine in my chopper and I am wondering why it is so hard to start on ... A: Cole, is this a correct DOHC 750 Honda engine from 1982? The carb rack has a choke function, of ... | |
| 1983 Honda Shadow VT500C | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: I just bought an 83 Shadow and have been having trouble getting her started. I put a new battery in ... A: Justin, sounds like some kind of "hot soak" issue, where components are going out of range when the ... | |
| Dream 67 and 68 - CA77 | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: Carborator adjustment needed on the 67 it air mix or something. I can adjust the mix and it starts ... A: Robin, Carburetor adjustments are the LAST thing to do after a major tuneup on a Dream (or anything ... | |
| 1966 CL77 scrambler | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: How do you replace the oil seals on the front forks? Do I have to take the piston ... A: Nate, I will assume that your bike is late enough to have the Type 2 forks on it, based on your ... | |
| 1979 honda XL75 | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: my 1979 XL75 keeps throwing to much smoke and its like a blueish kind of smoke wat should i do or ... A: Angel, if the engine is throwing up blue smoke all the time, the piston and rings are probably worn ... | |
| honda xr350 | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: hi wondering if you have the tightening tension for cylinder head and timing marks for xr350 A: Kylie, bolt torque is usually determined by the size of the fasteners, the grade of the material and ... | |
| Seca and Maxima | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I know this is not your field of expertise, however it may be general enough that you know the ... A: Clark, asking MrHonda about whether Yamaha frames will interchange is a pretty specific question. ... | |
| 71 Honda sl125 | 12/11/2007 |
| Q: I restored my old sl125 . The problem is it starts up fine and runs good . But when I drive it and ... A: Andy, I would check the petcock passages and inlet tubes for corrosion or buildup inside, then look ... | |
| CA77 rear shocks | 12/10/2007 |
| Q: is it possible to change the plastic covers on rear shocks for a CA77. i have 2 sets, one with ... A: Paul, if you look around hard enough, you will find that Honda offered both metal and plastic shock ... | |
| Need Honda 50F Mechanic | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: 1974 Honda 550 Four. Do you know of an experienced good mechanic in the Los Angeles area? I have ... A: Marc, this guy has been doing vintage 750s for many years and I am sure can handle a little 550F. ... | |
| discharging battery | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: i have a 1997 honda shadow ace 1100, and lately the battery gets discharge very often. I can drive ... A: David, you could have a poor connection at the stator and wire harness interface. Also, one of the ... | |
| hub grease | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1968 Cl350. I am replacing the front bearings and oil/dust seals. I understand that I ... A: Tom, You can get sealed bearings from a bearing supply house or auto parts stores under 6302U. ... | |
| 2000 Honda Xr100r | 12/6/2007 |
| Q: Just 2 weeks ago I went to start the bike and I had full choke + full throttle and it just was ... A: Richard, If the bike has been sitting for a couple of weeks with old gas in the carb, the idle jet ... | |
| key cylinder | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: i have completely dissasembled my key cylinder/switch on my 81 honda ct70 to find the numbers to ... A: Gary, the switch numbers are generally stamped on the outside face of the switch on OEM parts. You ... | |
| 1975 Honda CB200T - specs and dying out once warmed up | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: I've looked through a good number of posts on here for a similar issue/answer, but didn't find one. ... A: Josh, What I didn't see here was a reference to setting the ignition timing and checking the ... | |
| 1973 Honda QA50 | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: I was recently given a 1973 Honda QA50 and got it to start and run for a couple of weeks. It now ... A: Ron, no spark generally means that the points are dirty and/or have closed up. Timing and point gap ... | |
| 73 honda cl200 | 12/2/2007 |
| Q: I picked up a 73 cl 200 and I plan to restore it, I am having a bit of a problem finding parts " ... A: Greg, you got a hold of a one year wonder, as I call them.. ... | |
| Brake light does not work | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: How to I troubleshoot my brake light not working when brakes are applied. I check and replaced the ... A: Harry, generally I prefer to know what you are working on, but this is a somewhat generic question ... | |
| Removal of wheel bearing outer race | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 Virago and I'm changing the wheel bearing on it. So far I've got one of ... A: Dave, you might want to take it to a machine shop and see if they can press it out, without damaging ... | |
| honda 250 (1996) | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I can't get the seat up or off on my Honda 250 road bike. What's the trick to it? I see ... A: Mike, I will assume that you are working on either a Rebel or a Nighthawk.... for the US market. ... | |
| screw settings on carb for '88 xr80r | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: i have a '88 xr80r, i was trying to tune it up a little, and i turned the screws on the carb and now ... A: John, you can review parts illustrations at: ... | |
| Motercycle Acceleration | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: I recently fixed my motercycle i put a new engine i have a honda cb200t 1975 but when I finished and ... A: Luis.... Whew... Kind of have to read between the lines here, as I am not completely sure of your ... | |
| cl350 carbs | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: i am trying to get a 73 honda 350 runing i went through the carbs and cleaned them well . i am not ... A: Mike, did you take the carbs completely apart?.. see ... | |
| cb200t timing | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: while timing with strobe(engine running) oil runs out out of case where generator rotor located. Is ... A: BTW I answered this question on 11/18, but the system indicates that it wasn't read yet..... Bill ... | |
| 1977 Honda MR175 | 11/23/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I have a 1977 MR175 with an electrical problem. The magneto is generating power - about 3.5 ... A: John, the ignition points control the spark timing to the coil and spark plug. Assuming you are ... | |
| suzuki lt80 won't start | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: Sorry about the brand, 2004 LT80 has sat for a few months and would not start. The battery was ... A: http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/suzuki-atv-lt80k3-2003/o/m6410 I didn't see a listing for ... | |
| 1978 CB550 K carburetor problem | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: I recently cleaned the carbs on the bike, adjusted the air/fuel mixture to specifications, and ... A: Joel, 1978 CB550K specs for carbs are: Float level 12.5mm Main jet #90 Slow jet #42 Idle mixture ... | |
| 1997 honda cr 125 | 11/20/2007 |
| Q: just got a 1997 honda cr 125 it was ceased when we took off the cylender the motor was full of water ... A: Kevin, the evidence presented indicates that the head gasket probably was blown or head/cylinder ... | |
| 1980 Honda CB650 Custom smokes from one cylinder | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1980 Honda CB650 Custom with 13k miles that I have owned for about 4 months. The bike is in ... A: Peter, a 27 year old bike with only 13k miles has been sitting for long periods of time, you would ... | |
| 1983 honda vt500c stator cover? | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: I was changing the stator,due to it going bad.As I was doing that i removed the cover, and that is ... A: Keith, http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/honda-motorcycle-vt500c-shadow-1983/o/m9690 for ... | |
| CA 95 throttle cable. | 11/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1964 Benly.When going into a turn,engine speed increases.I suspect throttle cable is routed ... A: Harley, It sounds like your diagnosis is correct. I hope that the bike is all standard parts from ... | |
| Battery | 11/15/2007 |
| Q: How do I remove the seat nd then the battery of my 2002 suzuki volusia 800 A: Kris... http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/suzuki-motorcycle-vs800glk2-intruder-2002/o/m6858 ... | |
| 1981 Honda CM400E tail lights not working. | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1981 Honda CM400E. The problen is that the tail lights are not running. The lights will ... A: Jason, assuming that the bike is stock and unmodified, you probably just need a new 1157 bulb. One ... | |
| 400 EX jetting | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: I moved to about 3000ft el. from 300ft..and put my stock exhaust back on my 99 model 400EX. It seems ... A: Logan, is this the stock carburetor? ... | |
| 1999 honda 200r trail bike | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: my trail bike won't start.It seems to be in the spark.I put a new spark plug in but it didn't help ... A: Greg, if you have spark, unless it is erratic due to a malfunctioning CDI box or pulser coil, you ... | |
| atv starter button not working | 11/11/2007 |
| Q: My atv's starter button doesn't work. The bike starts with a screwdriver to the solenoid, but when i ... A: Byron, knowing more about your year, make and model would have been helpful..... Some starter ... | |
| 1970 Honda SL 100 - Valve Spring Compressor | 11/10/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Silver, I am rebuilding a 1970 Honda SL-100 and am having difficulty locating a spring ... A: Sam, if you plan to do this on a regular basis, buy one like this: ... | |
| 1973 honda xl 250 | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: im takeing over my bros bike and need some help. first can u give me a description of the petcock ... A: Jon, go here for details.. http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-xl250-motosport-250-k0-us_model837/partslist/ ... | |
| 1978 honda cb550 k carb setup | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I am having problems with my 1978 cb550 k. there are two lines that go into the second carburetor ... A: Joel, the illustration on bikebandits is a little vague ... | |
| Restoring Honda "step-thru" frame 90 | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I've just started breaking the bike down and was wondering about finding the correct year. Although ... A: Roy, is the bike a pushrod engine or OHC engine configuration? The early wiring harnesses are dated ... | |
| 1983 vf750f | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: Idles fine, but cyls 1&3 and tach cut out above 2000 rpm. I have replaced the 1-3 spark unit, the ... A: Phil, check this site for possible help: http://users.rcn.com/kochc/moto/spark/ig_repair.html Did ... | |
| 1984 Honda Nighthawk SC CB700 S | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: About 4 months ago I bought this bike that sat for the 8 years, once I got it running it has been ... A: Anthony, I would have done a little more troubleshooting before an engine teardown. And even I ... | |
| Vintage Honda Ct90 | 11/4/2007 |
| Q: About a year ago a buddy and I(both college students) purchased a 1971 honda ct90. The bike worked ... A: Austin, Get an actual figure on the compression first. Factory readings indicate 170 psi. If you are ... | |
| 1973 Honda 350 | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I think I must be going nuts. I picked up a 1973 CB350 that would only run on one cylinder. I ... A: Chris, the 350s are just the flip side of the 305s, with all the timing stuff opposite. You should ... | |
| Honda CA95 rectifier questions | 11/1/2007 |
| Q: It happens shortly after starting the bike and even sometimes when kicking it over. I have ... A: Aloha, Robert.... Thanks for buying my CD! Check this site for a wiring diagram for your Benly.... ... | |
| No start | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: My 88' Honda NX250 died when I didn't give it enough gas and then wouldn't restart. It happened ... A: Alexander, how old is your battery? Failing batteries often will take a "surface charge" which makes ... | |
| 1984 honda interceptor | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I bought a interceptor 500 and was told carbs were done a year ago and the bike has sat for a year. ... A: Frank..... I think that Honda knows better than your advisor who thinks that the fuel pump is not ... | |
| 86 Honda Shadow VT700C | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: My Shadow sat in storage for 3 years and of course the fuel went bad. I think I have it clean now ... A: Ed, what does "I think I have it clean now" mean? Did you remove the carbs and clean all the jets? ... | |
| 1980 honda cb900c | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: i recently was giving a 1980 honda cb900c from a family memeber. it was her husbands and he recently ... A: Dan, the vacuum fuel valve is often a problem for these bikes. Check to see if the diaphragm for the ... | |
| Carby problem? | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I have just replaced the timing chain on my zxr250 and after putting it all back together(making ... A: Brad, that reply was referencing the fuel valve (petcock) for the fuel tank, not the carbs.... if it ... | |
| Honda vtx 1800 throwing plugs / high compression | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: This problem is driving me nuts. About a year and a half ago while driving my bike in the city it ... A: Ted, I really don't have any experience dealing with newer FI Honda models. However, when engines ... | |
| Cam Chain Noise | 10/24/2007 |
| Q: What is the simplest process for adjusting the cam chain on a 79 cb 750k? Is this a simple enough ... A: Here are the parts illustrations: ... | |
| ninja 636 SEAT | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: how do I get the front seat off my 06 ninja 636 A: I was going to suggest you look in your owner's manual, but it is probably under the seat! ... | |
| Turn signal indicator | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a 1985 CB650SC Nighthawk, and the bike runs great, with no real issues. ... A: Matt, http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/CB650SC.jpg This may or may not be your specific ... | |
| perhaps electrical problems? | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: bill,i have 1977 honda cb 550four, that i have just purchased replaced the battery and was able to ... A: Brian, try this link for a wiring diagram, if you don't have one already. They are usually in the ... | |
| Honda xl 185 1987 | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: Do you know what may cause this bike to become hard to start lately? When I do eventually get it ... A: Bruce, you have to use a fuel stabilizer in the gas tank, if you are not going to run the engine ... | |
| 1980 Honda CB650 | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: I read a question on here that you anwered that sounded just like the one I have. BUT, here is my ... A: Joe, did you get the new reg/rectifier from Honda or was it an aftermarket unit? Or was it a used ... | |
| CT-90 Valve timing | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: How do I set the valve timing on a 1970 CT-90? I recently purchased a new piston and rings for it, ... A: Paul, turn the crankshaft to the T mark on the flywheel alignment. Look at the camsprocket. It ... | |
| looking for valve guides | 9/29/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill, you have already helped me with a few things but I need some more help. I need to find out ... A: 12021-216-405 GUIDE, IN. VALVE 12023-235-690 GUIDE, EX. VALVE These are the current part numbers, ... | |
| Engine serial number | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to find the engine serial number on my VT-500 so I can register it tomorrow A: Robert, most of Honda's serial numbers are up on the left side, either on the top surfaces (front, ... | |
| CT90 Trasmission Trouble | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1969 Honda CT90 and the transmission has started to act up. about half the time i shift up ... A: http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/parts/Honda/CT90K1/1969/2314668 Probably the screw has ... | |
| cb400f turn signal issue | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: My left turn works fine - quick blinking and lights turn off entirely between blinks. Right signals ... A: DJ, Well, if the left side works fine, we can rule out low voltage (bad battery, weak voltage ... | |
| 1981 XJ750 Yamaha | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: Is there any thing on the market to seal a head gasket that leaks oil? A: Steve, other than a new head gasket? :>) If you do put in a new one, be sure to use some 3Bond ... | |
| smoke | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1989 VTR 250 interceptor and it usually runs fine, but on the highway sometimes it will ... A: Justin, a few more clues would have been helpful.... how many miles on the engine, what color the ... | |
| 1985 honda | 9/23/2007 |
| Q: i have a 1985 honda 200s 3 wheeler . gas flows thru the carb flooding the engine . i cleaned the ... A: Ron, ATV/ATCs are not my regular bike thrill and I have stayed away from them, for the most part. ... | |
| 81 honda cb650 carb kit needle and seat | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: We have an 81 honda cb650 with the cv carbs, and we purchaced it after it sat for 3 years. The carbs ... A: Paul, the 1979-80 carbs were a different design and perhaps you have gotten kits/parts for the ... | |
| Transmission | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Honda Shadow. The problem I have is that it goes into first but then no other gear. A: Manny, If it goes in and out of 1st to neutral and nothing on the upshifts, first check the shift ... | |
| 1985 honda goldwing aspencade | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: I have a charging problem. I have put in a new stator, rectifier, and a battery, but still my bike ... A: The 3 wires from the stator don't care where they go. They are just AC leads headed towards the ... | |
| My twin is a single! | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1966 CB160 that I am trying to get running after about a year of sitting. First of all let ... A: Brett, there is complexity and simplicity in this machine, but they are very sensitive to any ... | |
| blown light bulbs | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: I have an 1978 XR-185 that keeps blowing out bulbs. They work at low RPM but blow at less than half ... A: John, dirt bikes are really not my specialty, especially when I am looking for a 1978 model that ... | |
| 1978 Honda Hawk stalling out on me. | 9/15/2007 |
| Q: I just bought a 1978 Honda Hawk CB400t. This is my first bike. I had it about a day when the problem ... A: Jonathan, buying a 30 year old bike is a bit of a challenge for a first machine. ... | |
| 1984 Nighthawk 700 hesitation, loss of power | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: i'm experiencing hesitation, loss of power at wide open throttle. highway high speed riding with ... A: Ryan, I think I had one of these the other day.... Probable causes: Restricted fuel screen inside ... | |
| Odd sound from engine | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: I have been letting my 1990 Honda GL1500 set around much too long. It now has fresh gas and it ran ... A: Gil, letting bikes sit without fuel stabilizer in them can cause lots of problems with the fuel ... | |
| 1976 Honda CB200T Clutch Cable Replacing | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: My clutch cable recently snapped and I have a new cable to replace the broken one. Is this a ... A: Kermit, look at this illustration ... | |
| oil leak honda 450 trx 2004 | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: i have an oil leak near the swing arm right below the the kick start what might it be? A: http://www.bikebandit.com/parts/Honda/TRX450R/2004 Probably the gasket or kickstarter seal.... ... | |
| Honda Rules! | 9/9/2007 |
| Q: My headlight and rear marker lights are not working on my Honda Shadow 2000 VT 750 bike. Blinkers ... A: Diana, Most stock Hondas come with front and rear turn signals, headlight and tail light. Front ... | |
| cb700sc stalling | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I just bought a 1985 Nighthawk cb700sc. It is in good shape but I believe it had been sitting ... A: Brett, the "sitting up for awhile" is the first possible clue towards why you are having problems. ... | |
| shifter adjustment | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: how do you adjust the shifter on minitrail hondas-z50's,ct70's? sometimes it is hard to get back in ... A: Answer I found this on the web for you... it is for CT110s, but applies to most all auto clutch ... | |
| gold wing 1100 | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: why do you think my spark is weak on all cyls ?x A: Jim, can you quantify that question a little more? Does it have enough spark to run or do you think ... | |
| Honda vt 1100 | 9/5/2007 |
| Q: LOeaking oil behind hydraulic oil housing......clutch rod slides thru housing leaks oil thru there ... A: Wade, that is the clutch slave cylinder leaking, I think. Is it engine oil or brake fluid leaking? ... | |
| 4 wheeler leaking fluid out hose | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: i know you deal with Honda motorcycles and this is an ATV, but I think you will know the answer. My ... A: Dan, being that I know nothing about a Polaris ATV, especially as far as where hoses drain and what ... | |
| 1972 Honda XL 350 electronic ignition | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: I would like to convert the original points / condenser system to an electronic ignition. Do you ... A: Ralph, I am not aware of a conversion for your bike. Basically Honda put a magneto ignition system ... | |
| 2003 Honda Shadow vlx | 9/2/2007 |
| Q: Question... My starter works only intermitenly(sp). More often than not, it doesn't work... The ... A: Andrew... First find out if your battery is any good. Motorcycle batteries only last about 2 years ... | |
| Honda CL350 Breather Tube Smoke | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1972 Honda CL350 twin that I've recently completed an engine rebuild on (from the crankcase ... A: Dillion, sounds like you have done a careful and thoughtful rebuild of this vintage classic machine, ... | |
| 1965 Honda 150 Benley Touring | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: I just acquired a 1965 Benley 150 and am beginning to restore it. It has a YUASA 6N12-4A Battery in ... A: Dick, Wow! Sounds like the original battery or an OEM replacement, anyway. I punched in Yuasa ... | |
| 95 vlx honda shadow | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: This just started happening (3 times) Bike cuts off driving down the road when you try to start it ... A: Mel, have the battery removed, fully charged and then load tested. That will eliminate one problem. ... | |
| 1984 honda shadow vt500 ignition coil | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I picked up this bike from a freind recently and it has been sitting in a barn for a few years. It ... A: Chris, I don't see anywhere in your note about checking and cleaning the fuel system. Probably the ... | |
| my 82 yamaha seca 400 | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: Maybe you can give me some advice on my problem. My 82 yamaha 400 starts and idles perfectly. It ... A: Alan, you have done a lot of good troubleshooting there. Usually spark plug caps are around 5k ohms, ... | |
| Start Bike after Being in Storage | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a Honda XL250 that has been in storage for more than 20 years. What do you suggest I do ... A: David, I am assuming that the engine still turns over..? Drain the oil, first. I would get a squirt ... | |
| 1975 Yamaha DT 400 | 8/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Yamaha DT400, it ran wonderful and would always start on the first kick until last ... A: Not a lot of internet help on Yamamamas... http://www.bikebandit.com/parts/Yamaha/DT400B/1975 ... | |
| 1984 honda blowing smoke. | 8/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1984 Honda XL600R. When I start the bike, it blows blue smoke for about 3-5 minutes then ... A: Clint, a compression or leakdown check would verify compression readings, which indicates any wear ... | |
| piston rings | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1971 honda sl 100 I am working on and i got it running but one of my rings are cracked. the ... A: Stephen, I will try to understand all of your question, but the short answer to your piston ring ... | |
| Honda problems | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill, thanks in advance for reading my question. I have a 79 Honda CX500, It idles great, but ... A: Mike, get a timing light on the engine, checking each side separately. This can be messy if you ... | |
| lazy spark? | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: I recently picked up a cl175 from a neighbor. I flushed the tank and cleaned out the float bowls and ... A: Evan, be sure that you have checked the fuel supply through the fuel petcock. Sometimes, the ... | |
| lights out 1991 Honda 250 Nighthawk | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: My turn signal lights, my tail light, my brake light, and two of my indicator lights (neutral, ... A: The engines are CDI, so don't need battery to run the motor, once you get it turned over. You ... | |
| 1980 Honda CB 900 custom dies while running | 8/19/2007 |
| Q: I know your specialty is not in cruisers, but I thought I would ask for your help still. I have a ... A: Aaron, this bike was derived from the street and sports versions, so I make an exception! :>) Well, ... | |
| rear brakes stick excessively | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: i had the rear brakes lock up so to speak enough that i couldnt move it without relieveing the ... A: http://www.gwrra-ar-h.org/index/History.php Check other GW sites for details, but your bike came ... | |
| 98 honda cbr600f3 | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: when i stop and just idle my headlight gets very dim, when i start again it gets bright sometimes ... A: You will need to get your stator output measured, the voltage regulator/rectifier checked and be ... | |
| 1981 Yamaha XS850 | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: I bought this in Jan. cleaned carbs changed plugs oil oil filter ran great for about a month then it ... A: http://www.bikez.com/msgboard/msg.php?id=17326&type=bike is probably your best source of help with ... | |
| Yamaha Raptor | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Yamaha Raptor 660 and am putting new rear brake pads in and I tried backing the piston ... A: MrHonda doesn't have a lot of input for your Yamaha ATV question, specifically. Hydraulics are ... | |
| honda foreman 400 1995 | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: how do i set the timing on the crankcase adjuster came loose while riding i got it close but not ... A: ATVs are not my specialty and I am not completely sure that I understand your question.... I ... | |
| 2002 yamaha vstar 1100 | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: Hey I recently jumpstarted my 2002 vstar from a car, and now I can't get the starter to turn. I ... A: Josh, this WAY far away from being a vintage Honda question, isn't it? I have no way of knowing what ... | |
| Honda 305 Scrambler | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: I have 14 305 scramblers and going to work on the 1968 CL77. Do you happen to know the paint code ... A: John, that is quite a collection of Scramblers!!! The paint code color is just Candy Orange, also ... | |
| 85 honda Rebel CB250 | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: the tranny is stuck in second and i cant get it out. A: Trevor.. a little more info would have been welcomed... Did this happen suddenly? Did the bike sit ... | |
| 1981 KZ 250 | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: I have run into some recent problems with my 1981 KZ 250 bike. I have about 10k original miles on ... A: Ryan, you may have noticed that Kawis are not my primary interest and experience, so I had to go to ... | |
| 1983 Honda C70 Passport Throttle | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill! When I start up my C70 the throttle is stuck in a high rev position. When I turn the ... A: Michael... first piece of advice... STOP RIDING THE BIKE until you fix it! Little problems like this ... | |
| Super high idle speed on CB360 | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: I am a brand new rider with a 1975 CB360. It is a "fussy" starter, and floods easily. This morning ... A: Christine, the general causes of high idling are vacuum leaks, due to damaged carb diaphragms, ... | |
| 2000 HONDA XR100R | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: Can you give me some advise on setting the valve clearance on my sons xr100r honda 4 stroke bike, I ... A: Scott... no mysteries here. Bike engines are just little car engines, same principles apply. Put the ... | |
| 1987 cbr 1000 hurrican | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: My headlight has stopped working. All other lights are working. I have replaced bulb, checked all ... A: Michael, I believe that your starter button switch on the right side is the problem. When the ... | |
| 1971 Honda CL175 K5 keeps fouling plugs | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I have enjoyed reading your comments about other hondas, and you have shared some links to several ... A: Home followup.... all carbs have 21.mm float level from that time period. Carbs are stamped CBD, ... | |
| 1984 Honda 750 Shadow | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: Hey bike was running rough for a few days and finaly died. Will only putter once and a while on ... A: Timmy, it sounds like either the pulser coil next to the flywheel has died or the control module has ... | |
| 1971 Honda CL175 K5 keeps fouling plugs | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I have enjoyed reading your comments about other hondas, and you have shared some links to several ... A: Ian, thanks for your kind comments on my contributions to this site. You certainly have lavished a ... | |
| CBR1000F transmission | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1987 Honda CBR1000F hurricane. I can only get the bike into what seems to be 3rd or 4th ... A: Jared, I would start with the shift selector parts, first, which should be under the clutch cover. ... | |
| 1982 Suzuki DR 100 | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: Well her is the problem i have 1982 Suzuki DR100 that need to have the timing set and not sure ... A: Fancy, I dread the non-Honda questions like this. According to Bikebandit.com there is no DR100 in ... | |
| clutch | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: I bought a 1978 cb125 recently. After it sits overnight, when I hold in the clutch and put the ... A: Jim, I will assume that this little bike has been sitting for a long time, somewhere. What often ... | |
| Overheating | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: 1984 Honda Goldwing 1200I Temp gauge reads very low when on open road. Once get in traffic or just ... A: Doug, while GWs are not my specialty, they are not unlike a car, nowadays, and the question is more ... | |
| Headlight won't turn on Shadow Spirit | 7/26/2007 |
| Q: I own a 1999 1100 Honda Shadow Spirit. The healight will not come on. It used to go off ... A: Manny, you worked on the wrong switch, unfortunately. The starter button doubles as the ON circuit ... | |
| Honda 750 nighthawk | 7/25/2007 |
| Q: Not a twin but hopefully this is a general enigne question that maybe you can offer some advice ... A: Brian, with equal temperatures on the exhaust pipes, apparently there are no major cylinder ... | |
| 78 cb 125 idles but won't run | 7/24/2007 |
| Q: I recently bought a 78 cb 125 that didn't start.After cleaning the carb with compressed air and ... A: Eric, thanks for the great clue... you said you set the timing at 2 degrees AFTER the T mark, ... | |
| honda cl90 1967 | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: My machine is driving me nuts. It doesnt idle very well. The worst though is it will start racing- ... A: Cliff, you are making somewhat of a classic beginner's mistake. Blame the carburetor before you ... | |
| cam chain | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: I was told my cam chain is "whipping" and i should tighten it when I replace the headcover seal.I ... A: James, you have given me little to work with here. I am not a motorcycle psychic. Most camchain ... | |
| Old Honda and chinese clone engines | 7/20/2007 |
| Q: any 305 fan is a fan of mime, miss my old 305 from high school, Have 4 C105 Honda Trail bikles ... A: Glenn, the Chinese knock-off engines are all copies of ohc 50-70-90cc singles. I have heard varying ... | |
| Honda 550 gear ratios | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I have the original shop and parts manuals. I have attached a sidecar to the bike and I want to ... A: David, A CB550 will go about 110mph with stock gearing. I would try to keep a larger sprocket on the ... | |
| Goldwing | 7/18/2007 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1982 Goldwing GL1100 w/ 58k miles. My problem is, upon quick acceleration, I ... A: Bruce, I think the comments page mentions that I am not an expert with Gold Wings. I researched some ... | |
| 1972 qa50 | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: I am working on getting the qa50 running, where can I find parts? A: Casey... hard to find parts for these little playtoys now, after 25 years. Plus they came in all ... | |
| Yamaha Maxim 750 '81 | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: Any advice on the control center on these ? It says BATTERY on the vertical panel and the Warning ... A: Michael, My very limited knowledge of Yamahas is that there are more than just wiring connections to ... | |
| yamaha virago 750 fluids | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: I have this bike but no manual. There is a cap as you are sitting on the bike on the lower left ... A: Wendy, I suggest that you do find an owner's manual and/or a shop manual for your bike. As far as ... | |
| backfire on one cyl. | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: I have an 'ol CB500T that I have been riding for a while & has started to backfire upon ... A: Waylon..... Backfiring on acceleration, usually through the carbs (not exhaust) is related to a lean ... | |
| 2005 Yamaha VStar 1100 Spark plu thread damaged | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: Do I have to remove the engine cilynder head to repair the spark plug thread? Based on information ... A: Ernesto, you might want to try to find a thread chaser and see if you can clean up the threads, if ... | |
| '99 katana neutral switch | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I changed the neutral switch on my Katana. Now it only shift from neutral and second only. Before ... A: Herve, let's see.... you ask MrHonda about a "Katana" question. Any particular version? 600 or 750? ... | |
| VT700C turn signal replacement | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1984 Honda shadow 700 (VT700C). The rear turn signal rubber mounts have dried and cracked ... A: http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/partsbandit/oem_schematic_view~schem_dept_id~2341838~sectio ... | |
| no spark at any plugs at times | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: I own a 1985 honda vt1100 shadow at times won't start found out no spark at any of the 4 plugs ... A: Joe.... if you know that all 4 plugs are dead at the same time, then there is a commonality to check ... | |
| honda cb750f | 7/8/2007 |
| Q: just bought model year: 1982. high revs when i engage the clutch, any reason and how to fix? ... A: Jean-Paul.... The fast throttle response may also occur when you turn the handlebars fully back and ... | |
| No start/Suzuki | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I realize you normally work on Hondas but the same solution may apply to other bikes. I have a ... A: Funny, last December I was riding my Honda up in Waimea and came across a Suzuki DR400 rider on the ... | |
| 2006 GSX-R750 low rpm "shutter" | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: When i decelerate in about any gear, right at 2,000 rpm, it seems to shutter for a second or two ... A: John, probably a great question for the GSXR newsgroup, but not here for MrHonda, the vintage ... | |
| Honda C110 problem | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: Bill, I own a 1966 Honda 50cc C110, and for a while now, there seems to be a problem with the ... A: Benjamin... what seems to be left out of the equation is the ignition timing, according to your ... | |
| 71 CT90 FUEL PROBLEM | 7/4/2007 |
| Q: MY CT90 RUNS GOOD AT LOW SPEED HOWEVER ON HILLS OR WHEN OVER 3/4 TROTTLE FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME, IT ... A: Dan, be sure that the fuel cap is venting properly. If you used an aftermarket carb kit like ... | |
| 754 HONDA 1974 | 7/3/2007 |
| Q: HOW DO YOU RE DO THE OIL IM THE FROUNT FORKS. ? THEY DONT LEAK, NO BAD SEALS. JUST NEED'S OIL ... A: Steve, the small drain plugs on the bottom of the fork sliders let the oil out. Put the bike on the ... | |
| Idle problem | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1981 CB900 custom which had been garaged for some time.The previous owner had ... A: Kevin, poor idling is usually rooted in blocked idle jets or air passages, defective air cut ... | |
| honda z50 | 7/1/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1976 Honda Z50. I can't get it to start it won't even kick it was going last year. It has ... A: David, if you left old fuel in the tank or the carburetor for a year, the idle jet is plugged up at ... | |
| '86 Aspencade rear brakes | 6/30/2007 |
| Q: Just bought this bike. Has been sitting three years. Rear brake pedal is loose/soft all the way to ... A: John, you may be in for a ride with this problem. As you notice below in the links, Honda had a ... | |
| 86 honda shadow vt1100 | 6/28/2007 |
| Q: i just bought this bike bout a year ago it starts right up no problem but after like 10 to 20 ... A: Kevin, spark is generated from the flywheel pulse generator coils, then sent to the CDI controller ... | |
| Keyless headlight. | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1980 honda cm400t. There's a short somewhere in the electrical system that's causing the ... A: Eric... Yep! That is a weird one! Pull the headlight off and access any and all wiring connectors ... | |
| Honda V-45 "warm start problem" | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: I really enjoy reading your replies to problems people have. Here is mine I hope you can help, I ... A: Rich, you may have either some spark module problems, a petcock diaphragm issue. You really need to ... | |
| Exhaust | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: This question is about an atv exhaust but its a pretty general question. Ther is a big gap in my ... A: Nic... if this is the stock exhaust system and the packing has blown out, then go the dealer and get ... | |
| bike shuts down when it gets hot | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2000 gsx600f katana suzuki. I have cleaned carbs,changed filter,(fuel and air) and my bike ... A: Really not a vintage Honda question, is it? Sounds like either the fuel tank isn't vented ... | |
| Setting point gap | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1969 honda cl450 that i just replaced the points assembly in, the bike didnt run at all ... A: Curtis, check the sites below to get more education about how to set the gap and the ignition timing ... | |
| help ,no power , poping | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a 79 cx500 , have a problem with no power ,bike will stumble anything over 25% throttle . and ... A: Justin, the early CX500s had problems with the stators and/or the pulser coils that feed the CDI ... | |
| 1972 CB350F Master Cylinder | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: I was reading other posts about sticking brakes where you refer to a "bleed port" in the master ... A: Contact me through my website:www.vintagehonda.com and I can email a jpg of Honda's SL110 bulletin ... | |
| 1964 honda dream | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to find the proper color match for a white CA 77.. Also do you know what the difference ... A: Carol, I guess I really need to research the white question, as it has suddenly become a hot topic. ... | |
| Cbr 600 F3 Electric Problem | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a cbr 600 f3 1995. My battery drains often. One time I charged the battery over night, the ... A: Gary, it sounds like your charging system is dead/dying. If the battery is capable of holding a full ... | |
| Honda cb350g front disc brake | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: After replacing the front brake line and bleeding the system on my cb350g I have found that my ... A: Eli, there are two things that can causes caliper seizures, like that. 1. Caliper piston seal ring ... | |
| 1965 CB77 | 6/15/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill, I have a 1965 CB77 that runs ok. I am interested in having the engine/trans rebuilt. Who ... A: Greg, there aren't a lot of people who I know that are doing engine overhaul, other than Ed Moore in ... | |
| My Suzuki 50cc | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I know you prefer honda questions but maybe you could help me with this i have a suzuki 50cc ... A: Jeffrey, Engines that won't stay running at slow speeds usually have one or more of the following ... | |
| no spark | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: i have an sl70 and i hooked my brand new spark plug up and spaced it right but it wont spark. A: John, Check to be sure that the KILL switch is not in the OFF position...... If the ignition switch ... | |
| brake calipers | 4/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1984 honda magna 700. I'm going to rebuild the front brake calipers and my clymer manual ... A: Russ, if you are experienced with caliper rebuilds then it shouldn't be any mystery to you. Bleeding ... | |
| SL 125 tunning | 4/9/2007 |
| Q: point gap, and also I was working on the clutch and I was wondering how far do you screw in the four ... A: Stephen... SL125Kos were 1971 models, but yours may have been made in late 1970, it that is what it ... | |
| Lean running Honda Rebel 250 | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: Sorry, but this is a condition with my 1986 Honda Rebel 250.I have been told by Honda dealers that ... A: Dave, lean running conditions can be caused by worn carburetor butterfly shaft, air leaks at the ... | |
| 1982 yamaha virago xv750 carb | 4/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you can give me any tips. I know it isn't a honda but I've had this problem for a ... A: Kerry, I can tell you that backfiring from the exhaust is related to air leaking into the exhaust ... | |
| Lower crankcase cover '85 honda vt700 | 4/6/2007 |
| Q: Trying to remove the lower crankcase cover in order to replace a stator. I have removed all bolts, ... A: Bill.... I went to bikebandit.com and found some illustrations of the cover. It looks like the ... | |
| Honda CM250C | 4/5/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know what changes have been made, if any, from 1982 to 2007 on the Honda Rebel ... A: Rob, you sound like quite a creative guy with your high MPG Honda 250cc twin. Rebels were only made ... | |
| gl1200 brakes | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: I had my front calipers rebuilt recently. When I put them back on I got fluid to the front left but ... A: Joe, the Honda Goldwings began using a "unified braking system" around then. The front brake master ... | |
| rust in fuel tank | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1983 Honda 70 3-wheeler that I am beginning to restore. However, it has been sitting ... A: Patrick, you may find holes in the tank after you start cleaning it, after it has been sitting for ... | |
| yamaha virago 535 headlight | 4/2/2007 |
| Q: I have a headlight problem and that is the headlight and instrument light do not come on when key is ... A: Eric, not really much of a HONDA question is it? When you ask questions, please give ALL the model ... | |
| 1971 sl175 Honda | 4/1/2007 |
| Q: want to ckeck bearing on real wheel. wheel off-took off sprocket- my clymer book shows a bearing ... A: Charlie.... Clymer books are pretty generic sometimes and not always accurate or specific for your ... | |
| engine noise at idle and ignition timing/carbs | 3/31/2007 |
| Q: I am restoring a 1977 cb750k. The motor starts and runs but makes rattling noises at low idle and up ... A: Roger, You left out the indicated mileage on the bike and you don't say where the rattling noise is ... | |
| Honda Dream info | 3/30/2007 |
| Q: I would like to pinpoint the year my Honda was manufactured and / or sold. The frame serial number ... A: Wes, are you sure that the the engine isn't 1039254? Generally the serial number spread between ... | |
| 1980 650 special 2 | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: my bike wont start with the electric starter when it is cold only kick starting works,when it is ... A: Mr Honda recommends http://beaver.vinu.edu/650.htm http://www.650central.com/ and similar links.... ... | |
| 1990 suzuki gsx-r 750 problem with engine rpms | 3/28/2007 |
| Q: my bike at idle the rpms goes up and down with no problem, but when i ride it between 3500 and 7000 ... A: Jorge, what do you mean about calibrating the carbs? Synchronizing them or actually calibrating them ... | |
| Ign switch | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: Well this might be strange question but here goes. I recently got an elsinore mt 250 that had been ... A: Brian, just because it looks like it will mount up, it doesn't mean that the internal contacts are ... | |
| cbr 600 | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1994 Cbr 600f2 I would like to know what direction should my reserve switch?knob be in in ... A: Allan... Down ON Sideways OFF UP reserve Keep it downwards ON while riding until you run low on ... | |
| Antifreeze | 3/25/2007 |
| Q: What type of antifreeze should I use in my 1985 Kawasaki Vulcan 700? A: Greg, Honda recommends using motorcycle specific anti-freeze products. Aluminum engines require some ... | |
| 1983 Goldwing GL1100 | 3/24/2007 |
| Q: My throttle will not move. I think the throttle cable is frozen. How do I disconnect the cables ... A: Jerry, it sounds like you are in for a MAJOR redo of this bike, if the throttles are stuck. For base ... | |
| 1974 honda xl350 | 3/23/2007 |
| Q: i have a clicking noise in the top end,,sounds like when the cam rolls past center of the lobe and ... A: Jeff, either the camchain is worn out or you aren't getting the adjustment done correctly. Do the ... | |
| 1980 Yamaha 650 special 2 | 3/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1980 Yamaha 650 special II. Up till now it has been a great running bike. I added an ... A: Marc, your additional lights may have overstressed the charging system and damaged something..... ... | |
| 1974 honda CB750 float setting | 3/21/2007 |
| Q: I want to know how you can tell if the float in the carbs is set at the right height. I think it is ... A: Eric, the setting is 26.0mm it is easier to set the level with a float gauge that can measure both ... | |
| Bake Break | 3/20/2007 |
| Q: with a 2002 750 suzuki, I one day was riding and my bake break went out completely, I filled the ... A: Karla, the specific model would have been helpful.. GSXR or cruiser or ??? The back brake system ... | |
| Identify an engine | 3/19/2007 |
| Q: I have an engine and I was wondering if you can help me in identifying it. It is a 175cc Honda ... A: Stephen... there are serial numbers stamped on the engine cases that will help identify this engine ... | |
| 1987 Honda Magna 700 | 3/18/2007 |
| Q: I have been looking for side covers and have been extremely unsuccessful and wonder if you can ... A: Carl, you haven't told me where you have been looking and if there is a color preference. Try: ... | |
| 1983 Honda CX 650 starter | 3/17/2007 |
| Q: The starter clutch (I'm told) is bad and needs replacing. It skips and gives a stripping or missing ... A: Bruce, you are in for an education. Starter clutch repairs require pulling the motor, buying a ... | |
| Not Starting | 3/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a Honda xr100r 1987 model, that I can't hardly ever start, I usually have to pop the clutch ... A: Josh, get a compression check done to determine what is going on inside the cylinder. If the ... | |
| timing | 3/15/2007 |
| Q: my 1980 honda xl185s was smoking and spitting oil so i decided to fix the problem so i did but the ... A: So, did you understand the answer to your question? When you ask a question, please be specific. I ... | |
| timing for 1982 honda xl185s | 3/14/2007 |
| Q: where is the timing marks suppose to line up if u have a picture please send it to me thank u ... A: James...... Ignition timing???? Cam timing??? Gotta be more specific in your questions. ... | |
| rebuilding carbs | 3/13/2007 |
| Q: Do you have a book or cd on rebuilding carbs from a 1981 cm400t honda. Im fairly handy but need some ... A: Roland, I don't have much to do with the CB/CM400-450 twins, but it isn't brain surgery. Only a ... | |
| cl175 honda scrambler,exhaust removal | 3/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a 72 cl175,and cannot get the exhaust off,everything is un bolted but it will not come all ... A: Rick, wait until you have to put them back on again!!!! I wrestled a set for about 20 minute before ... | |
| Petcock leaking | 3/11/2007 |
| Q: 1986 CMX450C Rebel petcock leaks when moved to Reserve position, does not leak in Off or On. No ... A: James... I went to the BikeBandit.com site and checked the illustrations on your bike. The petcock ... | |
| Electrical Problem 1977 Honda CB750K | 3/10/2007 |
| Q: I am kind of at a dead end on what is going on. I was at work when I attempted to start my bike ... A: Dutch.... A number of possibilities come to mind. 1. Battery is only holding a surface charge.. ... | |
| 305 battery voltage | 3/7/2007 |
| Q: Bill- I just bought a 1965 305 dream and it has a 12v battery in it. Don't these originally have 6v ... A: Danny, all the wet-sump Dreams, built from 1960 onwards were 12 volt, as were the Super Hawks and ... | |
| 1981 CT70 Carb | 3/6/2007 |
| Q: I took the engine off a 1981 CT70 so I could have the frame painted. Now the bike is back together ... A: Don, inside the carb body is a little locating peg that matches the slot in the side of the throttle ... | |
| flasher won't blink | 3/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a honda XRM 110 cc. The flasher won't blink. It has a light but it does not normally blink as ... A: Vic, If the flasher doesn't blink, the options are: Bad flasher unit. Replace Low battery. Replace ... | |
| oooops! | 3/3/2007 |
| Q: ok well i left the choke out for the last couple of days (started it up for a friend and shut it off ... A: Chad, once spark plugs are fuel fouled, it is very hard to get them unfouled, even when they look ... | |
| changing my exhaust | 3/2/2007 |
| Q: I apologize up front for being long wonded here... I want to swap out the exhaust on my 1980 Honda ... A: Stu, being that the exhaust was already changed from OEM, perhaps the jetting was already changed, ... | |
| 1966 Honda Trail 90 | 3/1/2007 |
| Q: Do you know of anyone, in Northern California, who restores these old bikes? Thanks, Greg A: Greg, I found this listing/// http://home.pacbell.net/jts99/index.html Contact the www.cjmc.org and ... | |
| Carb/airbox 85 Rebel 250 | 2/28/2007 |
| Q: Bill, Bike runs very poorly and dies out at full throttle with air box cover on, no filter. Fuel ... A: http://www.surfmaine.com/rebel/ for some Rebel links, in general. Louis, I don't know what kind ... | |
| 1985 CMX Rebel 250 carburetor | 2/27/2007 |
| Q: I'm in need of the complete hose routing on the 250 carburetor. I'm building or rebuilding a bike ... A: Randall, yes and no... If your bike has all the emission control stuff on it, you can at least see ... | |
| carboretor | 2/26/2007 |
| Q: We just picked up a 1978 honda 550 four k and the carberator is apart can you help me find a diagram ... A: http://www.bikebandit.com/partsbandit/OEM-Parts-Nav.asp Just how far apart are they? Down to the ... | |
| 2002 magna oil leak ? | 2/24/2007 |
| Q: oil leak --- sent bike to have carbs rejetted and mechanic told me i have an oil leak which is ... A: Ron, you are looking at the difference between treating a head cold and heart surgery. If you are ... | |
| xr650l | 2/22/2007 |
| Q: my bike when i rev up rpm in all gears it starts cutting out changed plug drained gas cleaned fuel ... A: Tim...What year/// bike been in storage, happen all of a sudden? Need more info than that.... Drain ... | |
| 1972 Honda SL125 Motorsport | 2/21/2007 |
| Q: Anthony Centrella on the list below you is on vacation so hopefully you can help. I have never taken ... A: Mike.... you have to remove the camchain from the camshaft sprocket. Two bolts hold it together. ... | |
| dax timing | 2/20/2007 |
| Q: i was wondering if you could give me a tip on how to adjust the timing of a honda dax st50. not sure ... A: Bong, the timing is adjusted through the slots in the flywheel, by changing the point gap. If you ... | |
| Hey Bill...It's Mike again! | 2/18/2007 |
| Q: Hey Bill. I'm sorry to bother you again, but I did everything you said to do, and I'm still not ... A: Forgot to send you this link for a wiring diagram.... Bill Mike... ... | |
| honda vtz250 (jap import) | 2/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a honda VTZ250 it is a jap import and i need a cdi unit for it (kvo 7321). It is almost ... A: Kraig, check with www.davidsilverspares.com or cmsnl.com in Holland. I don't know why these parts ... | |
| XL250 Electrical Problem | 2/16/2007 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1975 Honda XL250K2. The previous owner rode off road only & removed the tail ... A: Darrell, I checked an online wiring diagram and see that you will need to have a 3.61ohm resistor in ... | |
| spark plugs and ignition circuit | 2/15/2007 |
| Q: I purchased a 96 vt1100c shadow. I want to learn to troubleshoot the ignition circuit. Which ... A: If you can't get factory info... also check your Honda dealership, then go with the Hayne's books. I ... | |
| please help!! | 2/14/2007 |
| Q: I need to know how to get my 1975 Honda XL-250 running. the engine is fine, i just bought a new ... A: Mike, Honda coils seldom fail, but always nice to start with a new one, I guess. XL250s with points ... | |