Frame and attachments of motorcycle Honda VTX1800C (VTX series, 2001-2008)

Cable & harness routing
Cable & harness routing California type

Service information
General Work in a well ventilated area. Smoking or allowing flames or sparks in the work area or where gasoline is stored can cause a fire or explosion. This section covers removal and installation of the body panels and exhaust system. Serious...

Exhaust troubleshooting
Excessive exhaust noise Broken exhaust system Exhaust gas leak Poor performance Deformed exhaust system Exhaust gas leak Clogged muffler

Seat — removal and installation
Removal Remove the cap nut, washer and socket bolts. Slide the seat back and then off. Installation Align the seat hook with the fuel tank rear bracket and install the seat. Install and tighten the socket bolts securely. Install the washer and...

Side cover — removal and installation
Release the side cover bosses from the grommets and remove the side cover. Be careful not to break or deform the side cover bosses. Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Be careful not to dislodge the grommets in the frame.

Left crankcase rear cover — removal and installation
Remove the socket bolts and left crankcase rear cover. Remove the bolts and left crankcase rear cover stay. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Rear fender — removal and installation
Removal Remove the right side cover ( page 2-2 ). Remove the rear shock absorber ( page 14-11 ). Disconnect the tail/brake light connectors and rear turn signal connectors. Remove the socket bolts, special bolts and grab rail. Remove the rear...

Muffler/exhaust pipe — removal and installation
Removal Remove the bolt, rear master cylinder reservoir cover and rear master cylinder reservoir. Keep the master cylinder reservoir upright to prevent air from entering the hydraulic system. Remove the right step holder bolts, nut and collar....

Muffler/exhaust pipe — disassembly and assembly
If the front and rear exhaust pipe covers were removed, temporarily install the exhaust pipe covers when installing the exhaust system onto the engine and tighten the cover band bolts after installing the exhaust system. Install the exhaust pipe...