Operation manual for motorcycle Honda VTX1800C (2001-2008)
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Important safety information
Your motorcycle can provide many years of service and enjoyment if you take responsibility for your own safety and understand the dangers you may encounter on the road. There are many things you can do to ensure your safety while riding a...
Your motorcycle can provide many years of service and enjoyment if you take responsibility for your own safety and understand the dangers you may encounter on the road. There are many things you can do to ensure your safety while riding a...
Protective clothing for motorcyclists
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you always wear the recommended motorcycle helmet, safety glasses, boots, gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket when operating a motorcycle. Although complete protection is not possible,...
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you always wear the recommended motorcycle helmet, safety glasses, boots, gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket when operating a motorcycle. Although complete protection is not possible,...
Maximum permissible load and recommendations
This motorcycle is designed to carry a driver and one passenger. When riding with a passenger, you may feel that the motorcycle behaves differently when accelerating and braking. But if you maintain your motorcycle properly and the tires and brakes...
This motorcycle is designed to carry a driver and one passenger. When riding with a passenger, you may feel that the motorcycle behaves differently when accelerating and braking. But if you maintain your motorcycle properly and the tires and brakes...
Additional equipment and design changes
Modifications or the use of non-Honda accessories may adversely affect the safety of your motorcycle. Before making any modifications to your motorcycle or purchasing accessories, please read the following information. Attention! Installing...
Modifications or the use of non-Honda accessories may adversely affect the safety of your motorcycle. Before making any modifications to your motorcycle or purchasing accessories, please read the following information. Attention! Installing...
Adjusting the suspension shock absorbers
Each shock absorber (1) has 5 positions for different loads and driving conditions. Use a special wrench (2) to adjust the rear shock absorbers. Always adjust the shock absorber settings in sequence (1-2-3-4-5 or 5-4-3-2-1). Trying to install...
Each shock absorber (1) has 5 positions for different loads and driving conditions. Use a special wrench (2) to adjust the rear shock absorbers. Always adjust the shock absorber settings in sequence (1-2-3-4-5 or 5-4-3-2-1). Trying to install...
Brake system
The brake mechanisms of the front and rear wheels are hydraulic, disc type. As the brake pads wear, the brake fluid level drops. The brakes do not need to be adjusted, but the brake fluid level and brake pad wear should be checked regularly. The...
The brake mechanisms of the front and rear wheels are hydraulic, disc type. As the brake pads wear, the brake fluid level drops. The brakes do not need to be adjusted, but the brake fluid level and brake pad wear should be checked regularly. The...
Checking the motorcycle clutch
This motorcycle has a hydraulic clutch drive. The clutch mechanism does not need to be adjusted, but the level of the working fluid and the absence of leaks should be checked regularly. If the free play of the clutch lever becomes excessive and the...
This motorcycle has a hydraulic clutch drive. The clutch mechanism does not need to be adjusted, but the level of the working fluid and the absence of leaks should be checked regularly. If the free play of the clutch lever becomes excessive and the...
Cooling liquid
Coolant Recommendations The owner must properly handle the coolant to prevent it from freezing, engine overheating and corrosion. Use only a high quality ethylene glycol antifreeze that contains corrosion inhibitors and is recommended for use in...
Coolant Recommendations The owner must properly handle the coolant to prevent it from freezing, engine overheating and corrosion. Use only a high quality ethylene glycol antifreeze that contains corrosion inhibitors and is recommended for use in...
Fuel and fuel tank
Fuel tank The fuel tank capacity, including reserve volume, is: 18.0 l. To open the fuel filler cap (1) insert the ignition key (2) and turn it clockwise. The fuel tank cap is hinged. Do not overfill the fuel tank. In the filler neck (3) there...
Fuel tank The fuel tank capacity, including reserve volume, is: 18.0 l. To open the fuel filler cap (1) insert the ignition key (2) and turn it clockwise. The fuel tank cap is hinged. Do not overfill the fuel tank. In the filler neck (3) there...
Checking the engine oil level
Check the engine oil level every day before riding your motorcycle. The oil level should be between the upper marks (1) and lower (2) level on the dipstick (3). 1. Start the engine and let it idle for 3-5 minutes. Make sure the low oil pressure...
Check the engine oil level every day before riding your motorcycle. The oil level should be between the upper marks (1) and lower (2) level on the dipstick (3). 1. Start the engine and let it idle for 3-5 minutes. Make sure the low oil pressure...
Checking the oil level in the main gear
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Unscrew and remove the cover (1) oil filler hole. 3. Make sure the oil level reaches the bottom edge (2) oil filler hole. (1) Oil filler plug; (2) Oil filler hole If the oil level is lower, check for oil...
1. Place the motorcycle on the side stand. 2. Unscrew and remove the cover (1) oil filler hole. 3. Make sure the oil level reaches the bottom edge (2) oil filler hole. (1) Oil filler plug; (2) Oil filler hole If the oil level is lower, check for oil...
Tubeless tires
To operate your motorcycle safely, tires must be the correct type and size, in good condition, and have satisfactory tread. The air pressure in the tires must correspond to the load. The following pages provide more detailed information on how and...
To operate your motorcycle safely, tires must be the correct type and size, in good condition, and have satisfactory tread. The air pressure in the tires must correspond to the load. The following pages provide more detailed information on how and...
Inspecting the motorcycle before the ride
For your own safety, it is very important to take a little time to walk around your motorcycle and check its condition before riding. If any malfunction is found, be sure to repair it or contact your Honda dealer to have it repaired. Attention!...
For your own safety, it is very important to take a little time to walk around your motorcycle and check its condition before riding. If any malfunction is found, be sure to repair it or contact your Honda dealer to have it repaired. Attention!...
Starting a motorcycle engine
Always follow the correct engine starting procedure below. Your motorcycle is equipped with an automatic ignition cut-off system that is associated with a side stand. If the side stand is down, the engine cannot be started until the transmission is...
Always follow the correct engine starting procedure below. Your motorcycle is equipped with an automatic ignition cut-off system that is associated with a side stand. If the side stand is down, the engine cannot be started until the transmission is...
Running in a new motorcycle
Proper running-in of a motorcycle is the key to its long and trouble-free operation in the future, therefore special attention should be paid to the correct operation of the motorcycle during the first 500 km (300 miles) mileage During the break-in...
Proper running-in of a motorcycle is the key to its long and trouble-free operation in the future, therefore special attention should be paid to the correct operation of the motorcycle during the first 500 km (300 miles) mileage During the break-in...
Motorcycle driving tips
Before riding, review the motorcycle safety section again (see here). Make sure you know how the side stop mechanism works. (Read the Maintenance Schedule Here and explanations regarding the side stop, Here). Make sure that flammable materials, such...
Before riding, review the motorcycle safety section again (see here). Make sure you know how the side stop mechanism works. (Read the Maintenance Schedule Here and explanations regarding the side stop, Here). Make sure that flammable materials, such...
Motorcycle parking
1. After stopping the motorcycle, put the gearbox in neutral, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, turn off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Use the side stand to keep the motorcycle parked. Place the...
1. After stopping the motorcycle, put the gearbox in neutral, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, turn off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Use the side stand to keep the motorcycle parked. Place the...
Recommendations for protecting your motorcycle from theft
1. Always lock the steering wheel and do not leave the key in the ignition. These are very simple rules, but many people forget to follow them. 2. All information regarding your motorcycle registration must be accurate and current. 3. If possible,...
1. Always lock the steering wheel and do not leave the key in the ignition. These are very simple rules, but many people forget to follow them. 2. All information regarding your motorcycle registration must be accurate and current. 3. If possible,...
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