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Need help with vintage Hondas from the 1960s? I am an expert with 250-305cc bikes in particular and most all of the other pre-91 models, in general. I do NOT claim to have a great deal of experience on Gold Wings, Cruisers, ATC/ATVs and dirt bikes.
I have owned/ridden/maintained Honda motorcycles for 35 years. I have written five books on Honda repairs and collecting. I was a service manager for two Honda shops back in the 1980s.
VJMC (Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club) of North America
VJMC newsletter, as editor for two years and as contributing editor currently.
3 years auto shop in high school, teacher's aide in Automotive Technology in Jr. College, Diesel mechanic course in college, self-taught mechanic and automotive writer.
I appreciate connecting with other vintage Honda enthusiasts, anywhere in the world.
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Nelson, you can get pre-cut keys from Ebay. Take the key number off the face of the switch and search for that key code, on-line. Wiring diagram info is here: http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/WiringDiagrams/MCwiring
Martin, just taking it apart to unjam the gears isn't the correct fix, as you have found. XL175s are famous for breaking the kickstarter shafts (which are discontinued). So the answer to your initial
Justin, the points have to be set to open at the F mark for proper ignition timing, so make sure that is happening first. All the little 50-70cc bikes have magneto ignitions, which are not dependent
Mr. Riley, You didn't mention the mileage on your bike and any past history of repairs/issues. The first thing to do is to check all wiring connections and grounds. The stator connectors are often the
Joe, from the looks of them at: http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-vt1100c2-shadow-1100-1997-usa_model7634/partslist/E++ they appear to be the solid plastic versions which are not adjustable. http://www
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