Honda GL1500C Valkyrie 1997-2003 Online Manuals (ECM462-2)

Honda GL1500C Valkyrie 1997-2003 Online Manuals

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GL1500C Valkyrie (1997-2003)
GL1500CT Valkyrie Tourer (1997-2000)
GL1500CF Valkyrie Interstate (1999-2001)

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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Cleaning parts / Handling gasoline safely / Service hints / Serial numbers / Warning labels / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Sealant, cements and cleaners / Threadlocking compound / Basic hand tools / Precision measuring tools / Test equipment / Special tools / Motorcycle lift / Mechanics’ tips / Bearing replacement / Seals / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Emergency troubleshooting / Engine starting procedures / Engine starting troubleshooting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Low cylinder compression / Engine lubrication / Oil pressure test / Fuel system / Clutch / Transmission / Final drive / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Electrical troubleshooting / Troubleshooting hints / Circuit design / Wiring diagrams / Electrical test equipment / Basic test procedures / Charging system troubleshooting / Ignition system troubleshooting Starting system troubleshooting / Lighting system troubleshooting / Cooling system troubleshooting / Specifications

CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Pre-ride inspection / Service intervals / Tires and wheels / Crankcase breather hose / Evaporation emission control / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter change / Final drive oil change / Front fork oil change / Periodic maintenance / Throttle adjustment / Air filter element replacement / Coolant change / Steering head adjustment check / Rear suspension shock adjustment / Tune-up / Valve clearance adjsutment / Compression check / Spark plugs / Ignition timing / Carburetor synchronization / Idle speed adjustment / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE TOP END
Engine principles / Engine rotation / Servicing engine in frame / Exhaust system / Cylinder head cover / Camshaft timing belts and driven pulleys / Crankshaft drive pulley / Camshaft and rocker arm assemblies / Cylinder heads / Valves and valve components / Engine front cover / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE/ ENGINE LOWER END
Special tools / Parts requiring engine removal / Service precautions / Engine removal / Engine mounts / Engine installation / Rear engine case / Starter clutch / Alternator clutch assembly / Primary drive and driven gears / Final drive gear / Scavenge oil pump / Oil strainer and main oil pump / Crankcase / Pistons and connecting rods / Crankshaft / Break-in procedure / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH
Clutch hydraulic system / Master cylinder / Slave cylinder / Bleeding / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION AND GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
External shift mechanism / Internal shift mechanism / Output shaft / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Air filter / Carburetor operation service adjustment / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Secondary air supply system / Crankcase breather system / Evaporative emission control system / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Starting system / Lighting / Cooling system / Switches / Meters / Radio / Horn / Fuses / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system check / Radiator / Cooling fan / Coolant reservoir / Engine coolant temperature ECT sensor / Engine coolant thermosensor / Engine coolant thermostatic switch / Fan motor switch / Thermostat / Thermostat housing / Coolant pump / Coolant pipes / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / WHEELS, TIRES AND FINAL DRIVE
Front hub / Rear hub / Bearing and seal replacement / Final drive unit and drive shaft / Universal joint / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race / Front fork / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorbers / Swing arm / Specifications

CHAPTER FOURTEEN / BRAKES
Disc brakes / Front brake pad / Front master cylinder / Front caliper / Rear brake pad / Rear master cylinder and reservoir / Rear caliper / Front and rear brake discs / Brake hose replacement / Bleeding /Rear brake pedal / Specifications

CHAPTER FIFTEEN / FRAME AND BODY
Seats / Frame rear side covers / Center cover / Steering head cover / Radiator cover / Windshield / Windshield / Fairing / Saddlebag and mounting bracket / Trunk / Seat back and arm rest / Front fender / Rear fender / Footpegs and brackets / Specifications

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