Honda Vtx 1800 F Service Manual
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52Loading Guidelines Load Limits & Guidelines Before Riding Do not attach large or heavy items (such as a sleeping bag or tent) to the handlebar, f orks, or f ender. Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides. Place cargo weight as low and close to the center of your motorcycle as possible. To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make sure that all cargo is tied down securely bef ore you ride. If you change your normal load, you may need to adjust the rear suspension (page ). Check that both tires...
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53 Basic Operation & Riding Basic Operation & Riding This section gives basic riding instructions, including how to start and stop your engine, and how to use the throttle, clutch, and brakes. It also provides important inf ormation on riding with a passenger or cargo. To protect your new engine and enjoy optimum perf ormance and service lif e, ref er to Break-in Guidelines (page ). To protect the catalytic converter in your motorcycle’s exhaust system, avoid extended idling and the use of leaded...
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54 Saf e Riding Precautions Basic Operation & Riding Motorcycle Saf ety Bef ore Riding Bef ore riding your motorcycle f or the f irst time, please review the section beginning on page 1, and the section beginning on page . Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, take time to become familiar with how this motorcycle works and handles. Practice in a saf e area until you build your skills and get accustomed to the motorcycle’s size and weight. Make sure flammable materials such as dry grass or leaves do...
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55 Preparation Starting & Stopping the Engine Basic Operation & Riding Always f ollow the proper starting procedure described below. For your saf ety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage. Your motorcycle’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death. Your motorcycle can be started with the transmission in gear by pulling in the clutch lever bef ore operating the starter. Your motorcycle is...
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56Starting Procedure Starting & Stopping the Engine Basic Operation & Riding The engine will not start if the throttle is f ully open (because the electronic control module cuts of f the f uel supply).Press the start button with the throttle completely closed. Any Air Temperature This motorcycle has a fuel-injected engine with an automatic f ast idle. Follow the procedure indicated below. Snapping the throttle or f ast idling f or more than about 5 minutes at normal air temperature may cause exhaust...
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µ 57 Flooded Engine Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-of f System Starting & Stopping the Engine Basic Operation & Riding If Your Engine Quits or Won’t Start, If the engine f ails to start af ter repeated attempts, it may be f looded with excess fuel. To clear a flooded engine: Leave the engine stop switch set to RUN. Open the throttle f ully. Press the start button f or 5 seconds. Follow the normal starting procedure. If the engine starts, then open the throttle slightly if idling is unstable. If the...
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58How to Stop the Engine Starting & Stopping the Engine Basic Operation & Riding Normal Engine Stop To stop the engine, shif t into neutral and turn the ignition switch OFF. The engine stop switch should normally remain in the RUN position even when the engine is OFF. If your motorcycle is stopped with the engine stop switch OFF and the ignition switch ON, the headlight and taillight will remain on, resulting in battery discharge.Emergency Engine Stop To stop the engine in an emergency, use the engine...
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60 Shif ting Gears Basic Operation & Riding Shif ting Up: Shif ting Down: Avoid downshif ting to help slow your motorcycle when engine rpm is high. Downshif ting when engine speed is near its allowable maximum may over- rev the engine and cause possible damage. To prevent transmission damage, do not coast or tow the motorcycle f or long distances with the engine of f . Recommended Shif t Points Ride in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good f uel...
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61 Braking Basic Operation & Riding To prevent stalling the engine, pull the clutch lever in before coming to a complete stop. For support, put your lef t f oot down f irst, then your right f oot when you are through using the brake pedal. Applying the brakes too hard may cause the wheels to lock and slide, reducing control of your motorcycle. If this happens, release the brake controls, steer straight ahead until you regain control, then reapply the brakes more gently. Your motorcycle is equipped with a...