1982 – 1983 Honda FT500 ASCOT Motorcycle Service Manual

Description

This 255 page, 1982 – 1983 Honda FT500 ASCOT Motorcycle Service Manual provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for 1982-1983 Honda FT500 ASCOT motorcycles.

This 1982 – 1983 Honda FT500 ASCOT Motorcycle Service Manual is the factory issued service manual. This manual is a reproduction of the original publication printed by Honda.

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This 1982 – 1983 Honda FT500 ASCOT Service Manual covers emission systems on the Honda FT500 motorcycle. Follow the Maintenance Schedule recommendations to ensure that the Honda FT500 motorcycle is always in peak operating condition and the emission levels are within the standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USA only). Performing the first scheduled maintenance is very important. It compensates for the initial wear that occurs during the break- in period. Sections 1 through 3 apply to the whole motorcycle, while sections 4 through 21 describe parts of the Honda FT500 motorcycle, grouped according to location. Find the section you want on this page, then turn to the table of contents on page 1 of that section. Most sections start with an assembly or system illustration and all the required specifications, torque values, tools, and troubleshooting for the section. The subsequent pages give detailed procedures for the section. If you are not familiar with this motorcycle, read the Technical Features in section 22. If you don’t know the source of the trouble, go to section 23, Troubleshooting. Refer to section 24 for 1983 service information.

Motorcycles Covered

1982 Honda FT500 Ascot
1983 Honda FT500 Ascot

Table of Contents

General Information
General Safety
Service Rules
Specifications
Torque Values
Tools
Cable & Wire Harness Routing
Emission Control System

Lubrication
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Engine Oil Level Check
Engine Oil
Filter Change
Oil Strainer Cleaning
Lubrication Points

Maintenance
Service Information
Maintenance Schedule

Engine
Fuel Line
Fuel Strainer
Throttle Operation
Carburetor Choke
Air Cleaner
Crankcase Breather
Spark Plug
Valve Clearance
Ignition Timing
Balancer Chain Tension
Carburetor Idle Speed
Cylinder Compression

Chassis
Drive Chain
Battery
Brake Fluid
Brake Pad Wear
Brake System
Brake Light Switch
Headlight Aim
Clutch
Side Stand
Suspension
Tires
Steering Head Bearings
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners
Engine
Fuel System
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Fuel Tank
Air Cleaner
Crankcase Breather
Carburetor Removal
Vacuum Cylinder Disassembly
Float Chamber Disassembly
Air Cut-off Valve Disassembly
Accelerator Pump Disassembly
Accelerator Pump Adjustment
Component Assembly
Float Level Adjustment
Carburetor Assembly
Carburetor Installation
Pilot Screw
Fast Idle Adjustment
High Altitude Adjustment

Engine Removal / Installation
Service Information
Engine Removal
Engine Installation

Cylinder Head/valves
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Cylinder Head Cover Removal
Cylinder Head Cover Disassembly
Camshaft Removal
Cylinder Head Removal
Cylinder Head Disassembly
Valve Seat Inspection And Refacing
Cylinder Head Assembly
Cylinder Head Installation
Camshaft Installation
Cylinder Head Cover Assembly
Cylinder Head Cover Installation

Cylinder/piston
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Cylinder Removal
Piston Removal
Piston Installation
Cylinder Installation

Clutch /oil Pump
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Right Crankcase Cover Removal
Clutch
Oil Pump
Drive Gear Removal
Drive Gear Installation
Right Crankcase Cover Installation

Alternator
Service Information
Left Crankcase Cover Removal
Alternator Rotor Removal
Gearshift Linkage Disassembly
Gearshift Linkage Assembly
Alternator Rotor Installation
Left Crankcase Cover Installation

Crankcase
Service Information
Crankcase Separation
Crankcase Assembly

Crankshaft/balancer
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Front Balancer Removal
Rear Balancer Removal
Crankshaft Removal
Camshaft Timing Sprocket Replacement
Balancer Timing Sprocket Replacement
Crankshaft Installation
Rear Balancer Installation
Front Balancer Installation
Balancer Timing
Balancer Timing Inspection

Transmission
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Transmission Disassembly
Transmission Assembly
Chassis
Front Wheel / Suspension / Steering
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Headlight
Instruments
Handlebar
Front Wheel
Front Fork
Steering Stem

Rear Wheel / Suspension
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Rear Wheel
Shock Absorbers
Swingarm

Hydraulic Brakes
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Brake Fluid Replacement/ Air Bleeding
Brake Pad/disc
Front Master Cylinder
Front Brake Caliper
Rear Master Cylinder
Rear Brake Caliper
Brake Pedal Shaft

Rear Fender / Exhaust Pipe

Electrical
Battery / Charging System
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Battery
Charging System
Ignition System
Service Information
Troubleshooting
System Test
Spark Plug
Ignition Coil
Alternator
Cdi Unit
Pulse Generator

Electric Starter
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Starter Motor
Starter Drive Pinion
Starter Solenoid
Solenoid Relay
Control Unit
Starter Relay Switch
Diode

Switches / Horn / Lights
Service Information
Troubleshooting
Ignition Switch
Turn Signal Switch
Horn Switch
Dimmer Switch
Clutch Switch
Starter Switch
Engine Stop Switch
Front Brake Light Switch
Rear Brake Light Switch

Wiring Diagram

Technical Features
Automatic Cam Chain Tensioner
Starting System

Troubleshooting
Engine Does Not Start Or Is Hard To Start
Engine Lacks Power
Poor Performance At Low And Idle Speeds
Poor Performance At High Speed
Poor Handling

1983 Ft500 Ascot Addendum
General Information
— Specifications
— Emission Control Information Label
Lubrication
— Oil Recommendation
— Engine Oil Drain Plug
Maintenance Schedule