1985-1996 Honda VT1100C Shadow Clymer Motorcycle Service Repair Manual

Description

This 1985-1996 Honda VT1100C Shadow Motorcycle Service Repair Manual by Clymer provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for 1985-1990, 1992-1996 Honda VT1100C Shadow 1100cc V-Twin VT1100 motorcycles.

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996

Includes everything you need to know to perform tune-up and routine maintenance on the engine, clutch and transmission, fuel and exhaust, cooling system, ignition system, steering and suspension, wheels, brakes and tires, electrical system, frame and body. Features complete wiring diagrams and 380 illustrated pages.

QUICK REFERENCE DATA

CHAPTER ONE, GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization, Notes, cautions and warnings, Safety first, Service hints, Washing the motorcycle, Torque specifications, Fasteners, Lubricants, Expendable supplies, Parts replacement, Emission 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-checks, Service intervals, Tires and wheels, Crankcase breather hose (U.S. only), Evaporation emission control (California only), Battery, Periodic lubrication, Periodic maintenance, Tune-up

CHAPTER FOUR, ENGINE
Engine principles, Hydraulic valve adjuster system, Servicing engine in frame, Engine, Cylinder head cover and camshaft, Cylinder heads, Valves and valve components, Rocker arm assemblies, Hydraulic tappets, Cylinder, Piston, piston pin and piston 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 procedure

CHAPTER FIVE, CLUTCH
Clutch, Clutch oil relief valve, Clutch hydraulic system, Clutch master cylinder, Hose replacement, Slave cylinder, Bleeding the clutch, Clutch oil pressure check

CHAPTER SIX, TRANSMISSION AND GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
External shift mechanism, Transmission, Internal shift mechanism

CHAPTER SEVEN, FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Carburetor operation, Carburetor service, Carburetor adjustments, Air filter case, Throttle cable, Choke cable replacement, Fuel shutoff valve, Fuel filter, Fuel pump, Fuel tanks (1985-1986), Fuel tank (1987-on), Crankcase breather system (U.S. only), Evaporative emission system (California only), Exhaust system

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

CHAPTER NINE, COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system check, Radiator, Cooling fan, Thermostat, Water pump, Coolant pipes, Coolant hoses

CHAPTER TEN, FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel, Front hub, Wheel balance, Tire changing, Tire repairs, Handlebar, Steering head and stem, Steering head bearing races, Front fork

CHAPTER ELEVEN, REAR SUSPENSION AND FINAL DRIVE
Rear wheel, Rear hub, Final drive unit and drive shaft, Universal joint, Swing arm, Shock absorbers

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

CHAPTER THIRTEEN, FRAME AND REPAINTING
Kickstand (sidestand), Centerstand, Footpegs, Seats, Front fender, Rear fender and grab rail, Frame

INDEX

WIRING DIAGRAMS