Honda VT1100C Shadow manual.
Clymer Honda VT1100C Shadow 1985-1996 repair manual is written specifically for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. From basic maintenance to troubleshooting to complete overhaul of your Honda VT1100C Shadow 1985-1996, Clymer manuals provide the information you need. The most important tool in your tool box may be your Clymer manual, get one today.
Models:
VT1100C Shadow (1985-1990, 1992-1996)
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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service Hints / Washing the bike / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Expendable supplies / Parts replacement / Emissions control and battery decals / Basic hand tools / Precision measuring tools / Special tools / Mechanic’s tips / Riding safety
CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Starting the engine / Starting difficulties / Engine starting troubleshooting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Excessive vibration / Clutch / Transmission / Ignition system / Front suspension and steering / Brakes
CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Pre-ride inspection checks / Service maintenance intervals / Engine oil and filter change / Air filter change / Fork oil change / Control cables / Crankcase breather hose / Evaporation emission control / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter change / Final drive oil change / Fork oil change / Control cable lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Air filter replacement / Fuel filter replacement / Cooling system inspection / Coolant change / Steering head adjustment / Tune-up / Spark plugs / Compression test / Carburetor idle mixture / Carburetor synchronization / Idle speed adjustment / Specifications
CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Hydraulic valve adjuster system / Removal installation / Cylinder head cover and camshaft / Cylinder heads / Valves and components / Rocker arm assemblies / Hydraulic tappets / Cylinder / Piston, pin and rings / Oil pump drive sprockets and drive chain / Oil pump / Oil pressure relief valve / Primary drive gear / Crankcase / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Output gear unit / Alternator rotor, starter clutch assembly and starter gears / Break-in / Specifications
CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH
Clutch oil relief valve / Clutch hydraulic system / Clutch master cylinder / Slave cylinder / Bleeding the clutch / Clutch oil pressure check / Specifications
CHAPTER SIX / TRANSMISSION AND GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
External shift mechanism / Internal shift mechanism / Specifications
CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Carburetor service and adjustments / Air filter case / Throttle cable / Choke cable / Fuel shutoff valve / Fuel filter / Fuel pump / Fuel tanks / Crankcase breather system / Evaporative emission system / Exhaust system / Specifications
CHAPTER EIGHT / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging system / Alternator / Voltage regulator/rectifier / Ignition system / Spark unit / Ignition coil / Pulse generator / Starting system / Starter / Starter solenoid / Clutch diode / Lighting system / Switches / Electrical components / Specifications
CHAPTER NINE / COOLING SYSTEM
Radiator / Cooling fan / Thermostat / Water pump / Coolant pipes / Coolant hoses / Specifications
CHAPTER TEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Front hub / Handlebar / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing races / Front fork / Specifications
CHAPTER ELEVEN / REAR SUSPENSION AND FINAL DRIVE
Rear wheel / Rear hub / Final drive unit and drive shaft / Universal joint / Swing arm / Shock absorbers / Specifications
CHAPTER TWELVE / BRAKES
Front brake pad replacement / Front master cylinder / Front caliper / Front brake hose replacement / Front brake disc / Bleeding the system / Rear drum brake / Rear brake pedal / Specifications
CHAPTER THIRTEEN / FRAME AND REPAINTING
Kickstand / Centerstand / Footpegs / Seats / Front fender / Rear fender and grab rail / Frame / Specifications
INDEX
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