1997-2003 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie Motorcycle Repair Manual

Description

This 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie Repair Manual provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for 1997-2003 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie motorcycles.

Includes everything you need to know to perform tune-up and routine maintenance on the engine, clutch and transmission, fuel and exhaust, ignition system, steering and suspension, wheels, brakes and tires, electrical system, frame and body. This motorcycle workshop manual features complete wiring diagrams and 496 illustrated pages.

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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 / Mechanic’s tips / Bearing replacement / Seals

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

CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Pre-ride inspection / Service intervals / Tires and wheels / Crankcase breather hose (U.S. only) / Evaporation emission control (California only) / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Rear suspension shock adjustment / Tune-up

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

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

CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH
Clutch hydraulic system / Clutch master cylinder / Slave cylinder / Bleeding the clutch system

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

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

CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Basic information / Electrical connectors / Battery cable / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Ignition system electrical components / Starting system / Starter system / Electrical components / Lighting system / Cooling system / Electrical components / Switches / Meters (GL1500C, GL1500CT) / Combination meter (GL1500CF) / Radio (GL1500CF) / Horn / Fuses

CHAPTER TEN / COOLING SYSTEM
Hoses and hose clamps / Cooling system check / Radiator / Cooling fan / Coolant reservoir / Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor / Engine coolant thermosensor (1997-1999) / Engine coolant thermostatic switch (since 2000) / Fan motor switch / Thermostat / Thermostat housing / Coolant pump / Coolant pipes

CHAPTER ELEVEN / WHEELS, TIRES AND FINAL DRIVE
Front wheel / Front hub / Rear wheel / Rear hub / Bearing and seal replacement / Tubeless tire changing / Tire repairs / Wheel balance / Final drive unit and drive shaft / Universal joint

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

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorbers / Swing arm

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

CHAPTER FIFTEEN / FRAME AND BODY
Seats / Frame rear side covers / Center cover / Steering head cover / Radiator cover (GL1500CF) / Windshield (GL1500CT) / Windshield (GL1500CF) / Fairing (GL1500CF) / Saddlebag and mounting bracket (GL1500CF) / Trunk (GL150CF) / Seat back and arm rest / Front fender / Rear fender / Footpegs and brackets

INDEX

1997-2003 Honda GL1500C Valkyrie WIRING DIAGRAMS