1985-1996 Honda Shadow VT1100 VT1100C Clymer Repair Manual M440

• Honda VT1100C Shadow VT1100 (1985-1998)

Every Clymer contains hundreds of original photographs and illustrations developed from a complete disassembly and assembly of the Motorcycle. This, in addition to extensive research, allows Clymer to achieve an un-matched level of detail, accuracy & clarity.

The step-by-step instructions and two column text with large print are user friendly, bold figure numbers make it easy to quickly match instructions with illustrations and photos. Thumb tabbed chapters, numbered table of contents and extensive index make it possible to locate the desired section quickly.

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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service Hints / Washing the bike / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Expendable supplies / Parts replacement / Emissions control and battery decals / Basic hand tools / Precision measuring tools / Special tools / Mechanicâ??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-ride inspection checks / Service maintenance intervals / Engine oil and filter change / Air filter change / Fork oil change / Control cables / Crankcase breather hose / Evaporation emission control / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter change / Final drive oil change / Fork oil change / Control cable lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Air filter replacement / Fuel filter replacement / Cooling system inspection / Coolant change / Steering head adjustment / Tune-up / Spark plugs / Compression test / Carburetor idle mixture / Carburetor synchronization / Idle speed adjustment / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Hydraulic valve adjuster system / Removal installation / Cylinder head cover and camshaft / Cylinder heads / Valves and components / Rocker arm assemblies / Hydraulic tappets / Cylinder / Piston, pin and 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 / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH
Clutch oil relief valve / Clutch hydraulic system / Clutch master cylinder / Slave cylinder / Bleeding the clutch / Clutch oil pressure check / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / TRANSMISSION AND GEARSHIFT MECHANISM
External shift mechanism / Internal shift mechanism / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Carburetor service and adjustments / Air filter case / Throttle cable / Choke cable / Fuel shutoff valve / Fuel filter / Fuel pump / Fuel tanks / Crankcase breather system / Evaporative emission system / Exhaust system / Specifications

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 / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / COOLING SYSTEM
Radiator / Cooling fan / Thermostat / Water pump / Coolant pipes / Coolant hoses / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Front hub / Handlebar / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing races / Front fork / Specifications

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

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 / Specifications

CHAPTER THIRTEEN / FRAME AND REPAINTING
Kickstand / Centerstand / Footpegs / Seats / Front fender / Rear fender and grab rail / Frame / Specifications

INDEX

WIRING DIAGRAMS

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990, 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 Honda VT1100C Shadow VT1100