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General| Year | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Model | GL1100 KA |
| Category | Touring |
| Displacement | 1085 cc |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 liters |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shocks, adjustable preload |
| Dry Weight | 272 kg |
| Bore x Stroke | 75 x 61.4 mm |
| Rear Brake | Single disc |
Technical specifications for the motorcycle's size and mass.
Warning regarding asbestos in components.
Precautions related to fire hazards during maintenance.
Caution about toxic fumes from cleaning solvents.
Warning about high voltage from the ignition system.
Checking and maintaining tyre pressure and condition.
Checking and maintaining battery electrolyte level.
Checking and changing engine oil.
Checking and topping up coolant levels.
Checking the brake pads for wear.
Adjusting the clutch cable and lever.
Adjusting the idle speed of the carburettors.
Checking and cleaning sparking plugs.
Synchronising the carburettors.
Checking and adjusting suspension units.
Checking front fork wear.
General description of the engine, clutch, and gearbox.
Steps to prepare the motorcycle for component removal.
Procedure for removing the engine and gearbox assembly.
Procedure for renewing engine oil and filter.
Specifications for valve clearances.
Specifications for big-end bearings.
Specifications for the gearbox.
Procedures for engine and gearbox when removed.
Procedure for removing the final drive shaft.
Procedure for examining and renovating connecting rods.
Removing and fitting rocker arm/spindle support.
Examining and fitting the camshaft.
Guidance on selecting bearings based on code number.
Procedure for examining and renovating the final drive output shaft.
Procedure for refitting the thermostat assembly.
General description of the cooling system.
Procedure for draining the cooling system.
Procedure for flushing the cooling system.
Specifications for the coolant.
Procedure for removing, renovating, and refitting the water pump.
Procedure for removing, examining, and refitting the radiator.
General description of the fuel system.
Procedure for removing and refitting the fuel tank.
Procedure for removing and renewing the fuel filter.
Procedure for dismantling, examining, and reassembling carburettors.
Procedure for removing, examining, and refitting the fuel pump.
Procedure for dismantling, examining, and reassembling carburettors.
Synchronising the carburettors.
Replacing the air filter element.
Procedure for removing and refitting the exhaust system.
Checking and topping up brake fluid.
Checking the cooling system.
Procedure for renewing the oil filter element.
General description of the ignition system.
General procedure for testing the electrical system.
Procedure for examining and maintaining the battery.
Location of the fuses.
Adjusting ignition timing.
Testing the pulser coils.
General description of the frame and forks.
Procedure for dismantling, examining, and refitting front forks.
Procedure for removing, examining, and refitting rear suspension units.
Details on wheels.
Specifications for tyres.
Procedure for examining and overhauling the front brake caliper.
Procedure for examining and overhauling the rear brake caliper.
Procedure for removing, examining, and fitting front wheel bearings.
Procedure for examining and renovating the final drive system.
General description of the electrical system.
General description and testing of the alternator.
General procedure for testing the electrical system.
Location of the fuses.
Procedure for removing, testing, and fitting the ignition switch.
Procedure for replacing the headlamp bulb.
Checking and replacing tail/stop lamp bulbs.
Locating and testing the direction indicator relay.
Removing and refitting the horn assembly.
Troubleshooting common electrical system faults.
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