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General| Brand | Royal Enfield |
|---|---|
| Model | INTERCEPTOR 1965 |
| Category | Motorcycle |
| Language | English |
Comprehensive specifications for the Interceptor engine, covering all major components.
General description of the vertical twin engine.
Description of die-cast aluminium cylinder heads and valve inserts.
Details on cast-iron cylinders, bore, stroke, and capacity.
Information on low-expansion aluminium alloy pistons and compression ratios.
Specifications for Hiduminium RR56 light alloy connecting rods.
Description of the die-cast light alloy crankcase halves.
Details on the one-piece cast spheroidal graphite iron crankshaft.
Information on heavy-duty ball and roller main bearings.
Details on machined drop forged steel camshafts and cam profiles.
Information on silicon-chrome and high-nickel chromium tungsten valves.
Description of tappets, push rods, and rockers.
Details on chain-driven camshaft and magneto timing.
Information on Lucas K2F magneto and 6/12-volt battery system.
Specifications for twin Amal Monobloc carburetters.
Information on Vokes Micro-Vee dry filters.
Description of the Royal Enfield Dry Sump system.
Details on the twin breathers for crankcase ventilation.
Overview of the 4-speed gearbox with neutral finder.
Procedure for removing the engine timing cover.
Setting and checking the valve timing marks.
Procedure for adjusting valve tappet clearances.
Steps for removing the camshafts from the engine.
Procedure for setting the ignition timing.
Adjusting the tension of the primary chain.
Procedure for adjusting the timing chain tension.
Adjusting the magneto chain tension.
Steps to remove the dual seat and rear mudguard.
Procedure for removing the petrol tank.
Steps for removing and refitting cylinder heads.
Procedure for removing valves from the cylinder head.
Steps for removing the valve rockers.
Procedure for removing and fitting valve guides.
Cautionary notes on removing and replacing sparking plugs.
Procedure for removing the cylinders.
Steps for removing pistons and gudgeon pins.
Procedure for scraping carbon from cylinder heads.
Method for grinding valves to their seats.
Steps for reassembling the engine after decarbonising.
Procedure for cleaning the timing cover oil filter.
Instructions for overhauling the engine oil pumps.
Steps for removing the timing chains.
Procedure for removing the pump worm and timing sprocket.
Steps for removing the camshaft sprockets.
Procedure for removing the magneto.
Steps for removing engine and clutch sprockets.
Procedure for removing tappets and guides.
Instructions for dismantling the crankcase breathers.
Steps for removing the clutch assembly.
Procedure for removing the final drive sprocket.
Details on the oil seal behind the engine sprocket.
Information on oil pipe connections and thread inserts.
Description and function of the rocker oil feed relief valve.
Procedure for fitting the alternator stator and rotor.
Steps to remove the complete engine and gearbox unit.
Procedure for removing the gearbox from the crankcase.
Instructions for dismantling the engine crankcase halves.
Procedure for removing main bearings from the crankcase.
Steps for fitting connecting rods to the crankshaft.
Instructions for reassembling the crankcase halves.
Procedure for removing and clearing crankshaft oil passage plugs.
Information on repairing damaged pump worm threads.
Overview of the clutch mechanism and components.
Explanation of the gearbox operation and gear engagement.
Steps for dismantling the gearbox.
Procedure for removing ball races from the gearbox.
Adjusting the change-gear ratchet mechanism.
Notes for reassembling the gearbox.
Procedure for dismantling and reassembling the clutch.
Adjusting the clutch cable for proper operation.
Adjusting the neutral finder mechanism.
Procedure for checking and maintaining gearbox oil level.
Overview of the Amal Monobloc carburetter.
Detailed steps for tuning the carburetters.
Procedure for synchronizing and tuning two carburetters.
Steps for dismantling the Amal Monobloc carburetter.
Troubleshooting excessive fuel consumption.
Description of the Lucas magneto's construction.
Lubrication requirements for the magneto.
Adjusting contact breaker gap and timing cable.
Maintenance for cleaning magneto components.
Information on replacing high tension ignition cables.
Procedure for renewing the manual timing control cable.
Details on contact breaker spring pressure.
Troubleshooting ignition faults with the magneto on the engine.
Description and function of the automatic advance unit.
Construction and general information on the 6-volt charging set.
Operation of the charging system with 12-volt batteries.
Maintenance checks for the charging system.
Overview of the translucent polystyrene case batteries.
Specifications for MLZ9E and MKZ9E-2 batteries.
Procedure for filling and preparing dry-charged batteries.
Description of various headlamp types and aim adjustment.
Details of the Lucas prefocus light unit assembly.
Procedure for replacing headlamp units and bulbs.
Accessing and replacing parking light bulbs.
Details on the Lucas stop and tail light.
Overview of the cold-drawn steel tube frame and swinging arm.
Information on removing and fitting steering head races.
Steps to remove the rear suspension units.
Details on servicing proprietary rear suspension units.
Procedure for removing swinging arm bushes.
Steps for removing the centre stand.
Method for checking front and rear wheel alignment.
Lubrication points for steering head and swinging arm.
Details of the telescopic fork construction and components.
Explanation of the fork's hydraulic damping system.
Procedure for dismantling fork to replace parts.
Table of available front fork springs and their details.
Instructions for reassembling fork components.
Information on steering head bearing components.
Steps to remove the entire front fork assembly.
Procedure for filling and maintaining fork oil level.
Procedure for removing the front wheel.
Steps for removing the front brake cover plate.
Instructions for replacing brake linings and shoes.
Procedure for removing the brake operating cam.
Steps to remove the hub spindle and bearings.
Details on front hub ball bearing types and numbers.
Manufacturing tolerances for fitting hub bearings.
Instructions for refitting ball bearings using drifts.
Reassembling brake shoes and operating cam.
Final steps for hub assembly before wheel refitting.
Details on the wheel rim type and dimensions.
Information on spoke types, gauge, and lengths.
Procedure for lacing and truing wheel spokes.
Details on standard tyre types and sizes.
Overview of the detachable rear wheel with cush drive.
Procedure for removing the wheel for tyre repairs.
Steps to remove the complete rear wheel for brake access.
Procedure for removing rear brake shoes.
Steps for removing the rear brake operating cam.
Description of the cush drive mechanism and rubber blocks.
Procedure for removing rear wheel ball bearings.
Details on rear hub bearing types and numbers.
Manufacturing tolerances for rear hub bearings.
Procedure for removing hub driving pins.
Instructions for refitting rear wheel ball bearings.
Reassembling rear brake shoes and cam.
Procedure for centring the rear brake cam housing.
Final steps for rear hub assembly.
Details on rear wheel rim types and dimensions.
Information on rear wheel spokes.
Procedure for building and truing rear wheel spokes.
Details on standard rear tyre types and sizes.
Recommended tyre pressures for various loads.
Lubrication of rear wheel bearings and brake cam.
Tool for servicing inlet valve seats.
Tool for cutting inlet valve seats.
Gauge for centralising the rotor.
Tool for removing timing sprockets.
Tool for holding the clutch during removal/fitting.
Spanner for engine sprocket nuts.
Tool for extracting the crankshaft.
Tool for removing the clutch hub.
Tool for lapping pump discs.
Tool for extracting gudgeon pins.
Tool for extracting tappet guides.
Spanner for valve port adjustments.
Hand grips for outer fork tubes.
Tool for expanding the frame for bush removal.
Hand grips for gland nuts.
Tool for assembling gearbox cover ball bearings.
