Introduction to repair manual motorcycle Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (1989-2003)
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The birth of a dream
There is no better example of the Japanese post-war industrial miracle than Honda. Like other companies which have become household names, it started with one man's vision. In this case the man was the 40-year old Soichiro Honda who had sold his...
There is no better example of the Japanese post-war industrial miracle than Honda. Like other companies which have become household names, it started with one man's vision. In this case the man was the 40-year old Soichiro Honda who had sold his...
Acknowledgements about this manual
Our thanks are due to Bransons Motorcycles of Yeovil and GT Motorcycles of Yeovil who supplied the machines featured in the illustrations throughout this manual. We would also like to thank NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd for supplying the colour spark...
Our thanks are due to Bransons Motorcycles of Yeovil and GT Motorcycles of Yeovil who supplied the machines featured in the illustrations throughout this manual. We would also like to thank NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd for supplying the colour spark...
Model development
XL600V-H and V-J Transalp (1987 and 1988 model years) The first Transalp was the XL600V-H introduced in 1987 The Transalp has a 52° V-twin cylinder engine with chain drive to its single overhead camshafts which operate the two inlet and one exhaust...
XL600V-H and V-J Transalp (1987 and 1988 model years) The first Transalp was the XL600V-H introduced in 1987 The Transalp has a 52° V-twin cylinder engine with chain drive to its single overhead camshafts which operate the two inlet and one exhaust...
Bike characteristics
Dimensions and weights - XL600V models Overall length — 2260 to 2270 mm (89.0 to 89.4 in) Overall width H to P (1987 to 1993) models — 865 mm (34.0 in) R to X (1994 to 1999) models — 905 mm (35.6 in) Overall height H and J (1987 and 1988) models —...
Dimensions and weights - XL600V models Overall length — 2260 to 2270 mm (89.0 to 89.4 in) Overall width H to P (1987 to 1993) models — 865 mm (34.0 in) R to X (1994 to 1999) models — 905 mm (35.6 in) Overall height H and J (1987 and 1988) models —...
Performance data
Maximum power XL600V models — 46.5 bhp (34.7 kW) © 7542 rpm XL650V models — 54 bhp (40 kW) @ 7500 rpm XRV750 models — 61 bhp (45.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm Maximum torque XL600V models — 36,1 lbf·ft (49 Nm) @ 5798 rpm XL650V models — 39 lbf·ft (53 Nm) @ 5500...
Maximum power XL600V models — 46.5 bhp (34.7 kW) © 7542 rpm XL650V models — 54 bhp (40 kW) @ 7500 rpm XRV750 models — 61 bhp (45.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm Maximum torque XL600V models — 36,1 lbf·ft (49 Nm) @ 5798 rpm XL650V models — 39 lbf·ft (53 Nm) @ 5500...
Identification numbers
Frame and engine numbers The frame serial number is stamped into the right-hand side of the steering head. The engine number is stamped into the crankcase on the right-hand side of the engine. Both of these numbers should be recorded and kept in a...
Frame and engine numbers The frame serial number is stamped into the right-hand side of the steering head. The engine number is stamped into the crankcase on the right-hand side of the engine. Both of these numbers should be recorded and kept in a...
Buying spare parts
Once you have found all the identification numbers, record them for reference when buying parts. Since the manufacturers change specifications, parts and vendors (companies that manufacture various components on the machine), providing the ID...
Once you have found all the identification numbers, record them for reference when buying parts. Since the manufacturers change specifications, parts and vendors (companies that manufacture various components on the machine), providing the ID...
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- Information for owner
- Introduction to manual
- Technical characteristics
- Maintenance
- Engine and systems
- Engine repair
- Cooling system
- Lubrication system
- Ignition system
- Fuel system
- Fuel injection
- Transmission
- Dual clutch transmission
- Running gear and frame
- Frame and hinged elements
- Front suspension and handlebar
- Rear suspension
- Brake system
- ABS (anti-lock brake system)
- Electric equipment
- Starting and charging system
- Equipment and devices
- Immobilizer system
- Electrical circuits
- Information for owner
- Introduction to manual
- Weekly checks
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Engine and systems
- Engine repair
- Transmission
- Cooling system
- Fuel and exhaust systems
- Ignition system
- Running gear and frame
- Brake system
- Wheels and tires
- Frame and hinged elements
- Electric equipment
- Equipment and devices
- Lighting and lamps
- Starting and charging system
- Electrical circuits