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MOTORCYCLE SERVICE MANUAL

MOTORCYCLE SERVICE MANUAL

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MODELS COVERED:

VTX1300C (2004-2009)
VTX1300R (2005-2009)
VTX1300S (2003-2007)
VTX1300T (2008-2009)

This Honda VTX1300 Manual is 424 pages.

QUICK REFERENCE DATA

CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION

Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers and information labels / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools /Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Starting the engine / Engine will not start / Poor engine performance / Fuel system / Engine / Engine lubrication / Cylinder leakdown test / Clutch / Gearshift linkage / Transmission / Electrical testing / Final drive / Front suspension and steering / Brake system

CHAPTER THREE / MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION and TUNE-UP
Tune-up / Air filter / Engine compression test / Spark plugs / Ignition timing / Valve clearance / Idle speed adjustment / Fuel system hose inspection / Fuel filter / Throttle cable / Clutch cable and clutch lever / Engine oil and filter / Engine oil pressure check / Cooling system / Front fork oil change / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR and FIVE / ENGINE
Removal installation / Cylinder head covers and rocker arms / Camshafts / Cam chain tensioner and cam chain / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Piston and piston rings / Cylinder stud / Crankcase / Crankcase seal and bearing / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Balancer shafts / Oil pump / Output gear / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH AND EXTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Right crankcase cover / Clutch release assembly / Primary drive and driven gears and oil pump chain and sprockets / External shift mechanism / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION AND INTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Fuel system differences / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Air filter housing / Carburetor / Intake manifold / Pilot screw adjustment idle drop procedure / High altitude adjustment / Throttle cable replacement / Choke cable replacement / Fuel pump and fuel filter / Crankcase breather system / Pulse secondary air supply system / Evaporative emission control system / (California models) / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical component replacement / Electrical connectors / Battery / Battery box / Charging system / Stator coil, ignition pulse generator and left crankcase cover / Flywheel, starter clutch and starter drive gears / Ignition system testing / Ignition coils / Ignition pulse generator / Ignition control module ICM / Ignition timing / Throttle position sensor / Starter / Starter relay switch / Clutch diode / Lighting system / Vehicle speed sensor VSS / Coolant temperature indicator and engine coolant temperature ECT sensor / Fan switch / Oil pressure switch and oil pressure indicator / Neutral switch / Sidestand / Clutch switch / Brake light switch / Ignition switch / Handlebar switch / Turn signal relay / Fuel cutoff relay / Horn / Fuses / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / COOLING SYSTEM
Temperature warning system / Cooling system inspection / Radiator / Cooling fan / Coolant reserve tank / Thermostat / Thermostat housing / Coolant pipe / Water pump / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / WHEELS AND TIRES
Motorcycle lift / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Front and rear hubs / Driven flange / Wheel service (cast wheels) / Wheel service (lace wheels) / Tire safety / Tire changing / Wheel balance / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Handlebar grips / Front fork / Steering assembly / Steering head and stem / Steering bearing preload check / Steering bearing replacement / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorber / swing arm / Final drive unit and drive shaft / Ring and pinion gear measurements / Specifications

CHAPTER FOURTEEN / BRAKES
Linked braking system LBS / Brake service / Brake bleeding / Brake fluid draining / Brake pads / Brake caliper removal and installation / Brake caliper overhaul / Front master cylinder / Rear master cylinder / Proportional control valve / Brake hose and brake line replacement / Brake disc / Rear brake pedal / Specifications

CHAPTER FIFTEEN / BODY AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
Seat / Side covers / Left crankcase rear cover / Front fender / Rear fender / Rider footrests / Sidestand / Windshield / Backrest and saddlebags / Exhaust system / Specifications

INDEX

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General Information

Brandclymer
LabelHONDA VTX1300 SERIES 2003-2009
Universemoto
Categorymanuel_d_entretien
Supplier Part #CM231
ITL ID252-M231

Dimensions & Physical

Weight 0.794 lbs
Length10.25
Width7
Thickness1

Vehicle Fitment

Total Applications17
Applications HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2004HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2005HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2006HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2007HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2008HONDA VTX1300C CUSTOM 2009HONDA VTX1300R RETRO 2005HONDA VTX1300R RETRO 2006HONDA VTX1300R RETRO 2008HONDA VTX1300R RETRO 2009HONDA VTX1300S RETRO SPOKE 2003HONDA VTX1300S RETRO SPOKE 2004HONDA VTX1300S RETRO SPOKE 2005HONDA VTX1300S RETRO SPOKE 2006HONDA VTX1300S RETRO SPOKE 2007HONDA VTX1300T TOURING 2008HONDA VTX1300T TOURING 2009
Makes HONDA
Models VTX1300C CUSTOMVTX1300R RETROVTX1300S RETRO SPOKEVTX1300T TOURING
Years 2003200420052006200720082009

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