Honda GL1200 Aspencade 1985 Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for GL1200 Aspencade 1985

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Page 2: ...ss covered areas may be illegal Obey local laws and regulations READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words I11III Indicates a strong possibility ofsevere personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed NOTE Gives helpfu...

Page 3: ...he latest production information available at the time of approval for printing HONDA MOTOR CO LTD reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission Honda Motor Co Ltd 1984 ...

Page 4: ...r own and your Honda s sake please read all the written material which came with your new Honda These items include Honda Owner s Identification Card Set up and Predelivery Checklist Honda Motorcycle Emission Control System Distributor s Warranty Honda Motorcycle Distributor s Limited Warranty Honda Motorcycle Noise Control Systems Distributor s Warranty When service is required remember that your...

Page 5: ...SENTIAL I DIVIDUAL COMPONENTS 39 Ignition Switch 40 Engine Stop Switch 40 Starter Button 41 Left Handlebar Controls 42 Hazard Warning System Switch Page 43 FEATURES Not required for operation 43 Steering Lock 43 Helmet Holder 44 Fairing Pockets 45 Top Compartment 46 Saddlebags 47 Travel trunk 49 Ventilation Louvers 50 Headlight Beam Adjustment 50 Seat 51 ACC Terminal 52 Motorcycle Radio 57 Motorcy...

Page 6: ...eather 84 Engine Oil 85 Oil Filter 86 ENGINE 86 Spark Plugs 87 Idle Speed 88 DRIVE TRAIN 88 Final Drive Oil Page 89 FRAME WHEELS BRAKES 89 Front Wheel Removal 92 Rear Wheel Removal 96 Brake Pad Wear 97 Side Stand 98 ELECTRICAL 98 Battery 100 Fuse Replacement 102 CLEANING 104 STORAGE GUIDE 106 SPECIFICATIONS 110 CONSUMER INFORMATION 110 Stopping Distance III Emission Control System 116 Warranty Ser...

Page 7: ... CESSORIES AND CARGO READ AND UNDERSTAND THE WARNING CONTAINED IN THE OWNER S AND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ACCESSORY HANDBOOK BEFORE INSTALLING ANY ACCESSORY THE WEIGHT OF ACCESSORIES AND CARGO MUST BE ADDED TO THE WEIGHT OF THE RIDER AND PASSENGER WHEN DETERMING IF THE VEHICLE CAPACITY LOAD HAS BEEN EXCEEDED THE CARGO LOAD MUST OT EXCEED 27 KG 60 LBS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES THE FITTING OF LARGE FO...

Page 8: ...A48 M48 MI RECOMMEND CENTER TREAD DEPTH FRONT I 5 mm 0 06 in REAR 2 0 mm 0 08 in IMPORTANT INFORMATION RADIATOR CAUTION DO NOT REMOVE RADIATOR CAP WHEN ENGINE IS HOT ONLY REMOVE CAP WHEN DRAINING COOLANT CHECK THE COOLING SYSTEM FRE QUENTLY BY OBSERYING LEVEL I THE RESERVE TANK AND NECESSARY COOLANT AT RESERVE TANK FILLER OPENING USE A 50 50 SOLUTION OF ANTI FREEZE AND WATER USE ONLY ANTI FREEZE O...

Page 9: ...IR CLOTH OR SPONGE AND PLE TY ING AND MOTORCYCLE THEY MAY I OF WATER DRY WITH SOFT CLEAN TERFERE WITH STEER I G CAUSING LOSS CLOTH REMOVE MI OR SCRAT OFCO TROl CHES WITH COMMERCIALLY ACCESSORIES A D CARGO CA REDUCE A AVAILABLE PLASTIC POLISHING MOTORCYCLE S STABILITY PERFORM COMPOU D REPLACE WIND ANCE AND SAFE OPERATI G SPEED SHIELD IF SCRATCHES CANNOT BE NEVER RIDE AN ACCESSORY EQUIPPED REMOVED A...

Page 10: ... both feet on the passenger footpegs M D IIII Motorcycle riding requires special efforts on your part to ensure your safety a requirements before you ride a T I Always make a pre ride inspection page 66 before you start the engine R You may prevent an accident or equip C ment damage y 2 Many accidents involve inexperienced C riders Most states require a special L motorcycle riding test or license ...

Page 11: ...becomes very hot during operation and it remains hot after operation Never touch any part of the hot exhaust system Wear clothing that fully covers your legs 3 Do not wear loose clothing which could catch on the control levers footpegs or wheels MODIFICATIONS mall Modification of the motorcycle or M removal of original equipment may 0 render the vehicle unsafe or illegal Obey T all federal state a...

Page 12: ...ories must not exceed 390 lbs 177 kg the vihicle capacity load Cargo weight alone should not exceed 60 lbs 6 I Keep cargo and accessory weight low and close to the center of the motorcycle Load weight equally on both sides to minimize imbalance As weight is located farther from the motorcycle s center of gravity handling is proportionally affected 2 Adjust tire pressure page 36 front and rear susp...

Page 13: ...signed for and tested on this M motorcycle Because the factory cannot test all other accessories you are personally 0 responsible for proper selection installa T tion and use of non Honda accessories 0 Always follow the guidelines under R Loading and these C I Carefully inspect the accessory to make y sure it does not obscure any lights C reduce ground clearance and banking L angle or limit suspen...

Page 14: ...acity A blown fuse could cause a R dangerous loss of lights or engine power C at night or in traffic y 5 This motorcycle was not designed to pull a sidecar or trailer Handling may be C seriously impaired if so equipped L 6 Any modification of the cooling system E may cause overheating and serious engine damage Do not modify the S radiator shrouds or install accessories A which block or deflect air...

Page 15: ...r switc 6 Turn signal switch 5 Horn button 1 4 Fuse box and ACC terminal 3 Tool Compartment 2 Compartment lock I Fuel tank cap 15 Right rear view mirror 16 Front brake fluid reservoir 17 Engine stop switch Ill e 18 Front brake lever I9 Throttle grip 20 Starter button 21 TripmeterITachometerI Speedometer control buttons 22 Suspension adjustment buttons 23 Coolant reserve tank not visible in photogr...

Page 16: ... 4 Engine oil filler cap 6 Operator foot peg 5 Brake pedal I Final drive oil filler cap 2 Passenger foOl peg 3 Rear brake fluid reservoir 10 ...

Page 17: ... I Cooling fan 3 Gearshift pedal 2 Fuel filler cap 4 Fuel valve 6 Side stand 7 Battery 11 ...

Page 18: ...eter 2 Tail stoplight warning light 3 Neutral indicator 4 High beam indicator 5 Left turn signal indicator 6 Digital tripmeter 7 Gear position indicator 8 Tachometer 9 Speedometer IO Fuel gauge II Coolant temperature suspension air pressure gauge 12 12 Right turn signal indicator 13 Oil pressure warning light 14 Fuel reserve indicator I5 Tripmeter reset button 16 Tripmeter preset button 17 Speedom...

Page 19: ...1 2 6 cv 9 jJ 13 14 1 f SPEED 1 r8 n aBJ2 co III II T BBBO_ TOTA I 1888 8 e I l It mile bJ 101m _ I J 1 19 13 ...

Page 20: ... tion switch is turned ON 3 Neutral indicator ILights when the transmission is in neutral green 4 High beam indicator Lights when the headlight is on high beam blue 5 Left turn signal Fla hes when the left turn signal operates indicator amber 6 Digital tripmeter Show mileage per trip see page 20 7 Gear position Indi ate gear position see page 19 indicator 8 Tachometer ShO engine rpm ee page 18 14 ...

Page 21: ...ht turn signal Flashes when the right turn signal operates indicator amber Lights when engine oil pressure is below the normal operating range Should light when the ignition switch is ON and the engine is not running Should go out when 13 Oil pressure warning the engine starts except for occasional flickering at or light red near idling speed when the engine is warm CAUTION Running the engine with...

Page 22: ...sing the button resets the tripmeter to zero 0 button see page 21 16 Tripmeter preset Pressing the button presets the digital tripmeter 6 button see page 21 17 Speedometer km h Select speedometer readout in km h or MPH MPH select button see page 16 18 Tachometer display Turns the tachometer digital readout display 8 button a and OFF see page 18 19 Trip mode select Selects accumulating or decreasin...

Page 23: ...aximum running tem perature may cause serious engine damage FUEL TIIMP FO CJ c J CJ Y c J 2 0 o c J ED l Coolant temperature L C display Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge liquid crystal display I shows the approximate fuel supply available in a graduated display At F full there is 22 f 5 8 US gal When the first segment from the E flashes there is about 5 2 f 1 4 US gal left in the tank Refill the tank as ...

Page 24: ...ay but ton 2 When engine speed reaches 6 500 rpm the red bar 3 will light indicating that engine speed is approaching the maximum limit The red bar will flash when engine speed reaches or exceeds the maximum limit of 7 500 rpm never allow the red bar to flash CAUTION A flashing red bar indicates the max imum limit ofengine speed Running the engine hard enough to cause the red bar to flash will adv...

Page 25: ...ay I lights N when the transmission is in neutral and displays each gear 1 2 3 4 00 while riding The overdrive gear 00 provides better fuel economy at highway speeds and quieter operation because of lower engine rpm s GEAR i1 9JJ cb 1 Gear position L C display 19 ...

Page 26: ... If the speedometer is in the km h mode the digital tripmeter will display kilometers page 18 The tripmeter may be preset to any mileage and shows accumulated mileage or decreas ing mileage to destination Tripmeter L c display 1 This displays accumulated or decreasing mileage Trip mode L c display 2 This displays which counting mode the tripmeter is in 20 TRIP 1 l 00 0 kmmile CD ...

Page 27: ... up mileage from 0 zero miles Trip mode counts down from mileage preset by the rider until 0 0 miles has been reached whereupon it enters Trip Mode and begins to count up the mileage from 0 zero miles NOTE While either mode is displayed the other mode continues to count If the ignition switch is turned from ON to any other ignition position the count display will be memorized However if the batter...

Page 28: ...ent points MAJOR COMPONENTS Information motorcycle CAUTION Make sure you perform the Pre ride Inspection Page 66 before you ride this motorcycle T R A C Anti dive adjuster The T R A C system reduces nose dive during braking and may be adjusted to the rider s choice independent of load or the rider s weight The adjusters are located on the right and left front forks and can be set to anyone of four...

Page 29: ... NOTE The usable air pressure range for the rear suspension is 0 57 psi 0 400 kPa 0 4 0 kg cm2 Low air pressure settings provide a softer ride and are for light loads and smooth road conditions High air pressure settings provide a firmer ride and are for heavy loads and rough road conditions Conditions Front Air Rear Air Rider Riding Pressure Pressure Load Conditions opsi 28 psi One Ordinary or 0 ...

Page 30: ...ant tem perature To indicate air pressure press either the FRONT I or REAR 2 Suspen sion Selector Button The L c will then display the approximate air pressure for the Front FR or Rear RR suspension FUEL FD D D BJB D D D D D D EB B AIR PRESS 5 Air Pressure Coolant Temperature L C Display Display DECREASE REAR The air suspension system adjusts the front and rear suspension s air pressure by means o...

Page 31: ...2 psi 95 114 670 800 6 7 8 0 64 95 450 670 4 5 6 7 53 64 370 450 3 7 4 5 38 53 270 370 2 7 3 7 29 38 200 270 2 0 2 7 20 29 140 200 1 4 2 0 11 20 80 140 0 8 1 4 6 11 40 80 0 4 0 8 AIR PRESS 0 6 0 40 0 0 4 6 AiT Pressure Chart whichever was selected When the Suspen sion Selector Button is released the L C display returns to show coolant temperature To adjust the front suspension air pressure Press a...

Page 32: ... be bled See your authorized Honda dealer for this service Front Brake Fluid Level DI III Brake fluid may cause irritation A void contact with skin or eyes In case of con tact flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes were exposed 26 Remove the screws reservoir cover and diaphragm Whenever the level is ne r the lower level mark 2 on the front reservoir fill the reservoir with DOT ...

Page 33: ...sher and diaphragm Whenever the level is near the lower level mark 4 on the rear reservoir fill the reservoir with DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID from a sealed container up to the upper level mark 3 Reinstall the diaphragm and washer and tighten the reservoir cap securely CAUTION Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a seal ed container Handle brake fluid with care because it can damage paint and electric wires Neve...

Page 34: ...r if causing acceleration to lag behind engine speed there is probably air in the clutch system and it must be bled out See your authorized Honda dealer for this service Fluid level Check that the fluid level is above the LOWER LEVEL LINE I If the fluid level is near the LOWER LEVEL LINE it in dicates fluid leakage See your authorized Honda dealer for repair 28 Other Checks Make sure there are no ...

Page 35: ...gine The factory provides a 50 50 solution of antifreeze and water in this motorcycle This coolant solution is recommended for most operating temperatures and provides good corrosion protection A higher con centration of antifreeze decreases the cool ing system performance and is recommend ed only when additional protection against freezing is needed A concentration of less than 40 60 40010 antifr...

Page 36: ...ank is empty or if coolant loss is excessive check for leaks and see your authorized Honda dealer for repair Do not remove the radiator cap Dl III Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot The coolant is under pressure and severe scalding could result Keep hands and clothing away from the cooling fan as it starts automatically When adding coolant to the reserve tank remove the fuse box...

Page 37: ...ge or servicing of fuel system components Automatic Fuel ON OFF With the fuel valve set to ON fuel flows to the carburetors only when the engine is be ing started or is running A diaphragm of the fuel pump shuts off fuel flow when the engine is turned off Reserve Fuel There is no reserve fuel position on the fuel valve I Fuel valve in normal operating position 31 ...

Page 38: ... or pinging occurs try a different brand of gasoline or higher octane grade Install the fuel tank cap by turning clockwise DI III This fuel system is pressurized Open the filler cap slowly Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the motorcycle is refue...

Page 39: ... and insert the dipstick without screwing it in Remove the dipstick and check the I Dipstick 3 Lower level mark 2 Upper level mark oil level The oil level should be between the upper 2 and lower 3 level marks on the dipstick 4 If required remove the filler cap 4 add the specified oil up to the upper level mark then reinstall the filler cap CAUTION Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause...

Page 40: ...tion on the container The use of special oil additives is un necessary and will only increase operating expenses CAUTION Engine oil is a major factor affecting the performance and service life of the engine Non detergent vegetable or castor based racing oils are not recom mended Recommended Oil Viscosity SAE IOW 40 Other viscosities shown in the chart below may be used when the average temperature...

Page 41: ...on level ground 2 Remove the oil filler cap I 3 Check that the oil level is slightly lower than the lower edge of the inspection hole 2 NOTE If the level is low check for leaks Add the recommended oil through the oil filler hole until it reaches the lower edge of the opening Recommended Oil HYPOID GEAR OIL SAE 80 1 Oil filler cap 2 Oil filler hole 35 ...

Page 42: ...be checked when the tires are cold before you ride Tubeless tires have some degree of self sealing ability if they are punctured and leakage is often very slow Inspect very closely for punctures especially if the tire is not fully inflated 36 Front Rear Tire size 130 90 16 150 90 15 67H 74H Up to 90 kg 32 32 Cold 200 lbs 225 2 25 225 2 25 tire load pres 90 kg sures psi 200 Ibs kPa load to 32 40 kg...

Page 43: ...ollowing limit Minimum tread depth Front 1 5 mm 1 16 in Rear 2 0 mm 3 32 in Tire Repair Replacement See your authorized Honda Dealer DIIII The use of tires other than those listed here may adversely affect handling Do not install tube type tires on tubeless rims The beads may not seat and the tires could slip on the rims causing tire deflation Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tire Excessive...

Page 44: ...ever use a repaired tire at speeds over 80 mph Replace the tire if the sidewall is punc tured or damaged Sidewall flexing may cause repair failure and tire deflation CAUTION Do not try to remove tubeless tires without special tools and rim protectors You may damage the rim sealing surface or disfigure the rim 38 ...

Page 45: ...Engine can be started removed ACC All electrical circuits are off except for the ACC terminal Key cannot be removed OFF Engine and lights cannot be operated The key can be removed For parking the motorcycle near traffic The taillight is on The key can be P parking but all other lights are off The ACC terminal is on The engine cannot be started removed LOCK Steering is locked Engine and lights cann...

Page 46: ...d normally re main in the RUN NOTE If your motorcycle is stopped with the ig nition switch ON and the engine stop swich OFF the headlight and taillight will still be on resulting in battery discharge 40 Starter Button The starter button 2 is below the engine stop switch I When the starter button is pressed the starter motor will crank the engine and the headlight will automatically go out but the ...

Page 47: ...nd the horn I Headlight dimmer switch 2 Horn button Turn Signal Switch 3 Move the switch to L to signal a left turn to R to signal a right turn the appropriate turn signal and indicator will blink The switch returns automatically to OFF when the handlebars are returned to the straight ahead position The switch also returns to center when is pressed 3 Turn signal switch 41 ...

Page 48: ...nditions To turn it on turn the ignition key to ON ACC or P position then push the switch marked The front and rear turn signals will blink simultaneously I11III Be sure to turn the switch all the way off when the hazard warning is no longer re quired or the turn signals will not work properly 42 I Hazard warning system switch ...

Page 49: ...rclockwise DI III The helmet holder is designed for use while parked Do not operate the motor cycle with a helmet attached to the holder The helmet may interfere with the rear wheel possibly stopping the wheel I Helmet holder 2 Ignition key A Push in B Turn to LOCK I Ignition key FEATURES Not required for operation Steering Lock To lock the steering turn the handlebars all the way to the left or r...

Page 50: ...ght pocket lid slide the pro ngs at the front of the lid into the slot in the fairing pocket then push the lock end of the lid down until it clicks DI II I Fairing pockets are for lightweight items Do not carry more than 5 lbs in each side Load weight equally in both sides to avoid imbalance Review Loading and Accessories before loading I Left fairing pocket 44 2 Pocket lid 3 Ignition key ...

Page 51: ... com partment cover The top compartment I is under the forward cover The owner s manual and other documents should be stored in the plastic bag in this compart ment When washing your motorcycle be careful not to flood the compartment I Top compartment 45 ...

Page 52: ...the ignition key into each latch and lock by turning clockwise Remove the key Inner bags Inner bags 3 are provided so that articles stored in saddlebags can be carried with the rider when the motorcycle is parked DI III Saddlebags are for lightweight items Do not carry more than 20 lbs in each side Load weight equally in both sides to minimize imbalance Review Loading and Accessories before loadin...

Page 53: ...s Insert the ignition key into each latch and lock by turning clockwise Remove the key Inner bag An inner bag 3 is provided so that articles stored in travel trunk can be carried with rider when the motorcycle is parked DI III Tra el trunk is for lightweight items Do not carry more than 20 lbs Review Loading and Accessories before loading I Ignition switch key 3 Inner bag 2 Latches 47 ...

Page 54: ...ted on the in side of the travel trunk lid 1 Inner case 48 Vanity Mirror The vanity mirror 2 is located on the trunk case cover Trunk side pockets The side pockets 3 are located on both sides of the trunk Unzip the fasteners to open 2 Vanity mirror ...

Page 55: ...e with the opening of the travel trunk lid or may damage the side pockets 3 Trunk side pockets Ventilation Louvers This motorcycle has two ventilation louvers Open the louvers to direct air flow through the fairing for warm weather riding DIIII Do not adjust the ventilation louvers while riding the motorcycle Keep both hands on the handlebars while riding I Ventilation louver 49 ...

Page 56: ...t Do not adjust the headlight beam while riding the motorcycle Keep both hands on the handlebars while riding 1 Vertical beam adjusting knob 50 Seat The seat can be set to three positions To adjust remove the left saddlebag lid pull the seat lock lever I out and move the seat After adjustment make sure the seat is secure and your riding position is com fortable 1 Seat lock lever ...

Page 57: ...ck the battery frequently to determine the state of charge and examine it for possible sulfation Higher current demands may blow the fuse or discharge the battery Review the LOADING AND ACCES SORIES WARNING pages 6 8 before installing accessories Connect accessory electrical leads securely and keep them insulated away from hot parts and sharp edges CAUTION Do not exceed 3amps for prolonged cur ren...

Page 58: ...nob 1 When this knob is turned clockwise while in the RADIO I position power is applied to the radio and the display indicates AM or FM Turning the knob further increases the volume If the display does not show AM or FM the radio cassette switch is in TAPE To hear the radio push in the knob I l l11 ME Mel 52 ...

Page 59: ...und through the speakers in the fairing press the knob again to SP I AM FM Band Switch 3 To receive FM signals press the Button FM To set to AM press the Button again AM The AM or FM will be visible on the display The remote muting switch 6 should be in OFF position while you are selecting AM FM stations See page 55 53 ...

Page 60: ...signals are received and at the same time the local indicator lights To receive stations with weak or distant signals set to OX Manual Auto Search Buttons Remote con trol 5 You can find the station you wish by manual or auto search When the lever is pushed up the frequency moves up and when the lever is pushed down it moves down 54 ...

Page 61: ...l the desired sta tion is tuned in When the frequency display comes to either end transition to the other end of the band and continues in the same direction Muting Switch 6 Switching the Mute switch ON instantly lowers the radio s volume so you may hear surrounding sounds more clearly Switching Mute OFF restore the radio to its original volume EIIIII Do not adjust controls or reset tuning while r...

Page 62: ... FM AM FM STEREO CASSETIE DECK TUNER AMPliFIER L J Preset Buttons 7 You can preset four AM stations and four FM stations AM and FM stations are preset with the momory switch 8 Press the memory switch and the memory indicator will show ME 9 on The memory indicator ME will go out when you depress one of the four preset but tons I thru 4 IBAND SENS aAM_FM OX_lOCAL O 1000 ON 56 ...

Page 63: ... cassette with the opening where you can see the tape on the right side Power SwitchlVolume Control Switch 2 pUSH RADiOITAPE For cassette playback press in the knob The deck is in Tape if the display shows or Program Selector 3 This switch can be used to change the direc tion of the tape CD 57 ME AIdS I Ol J OH rJlJLJIJrl EVERSE U l JJ1 ...

Page 64: ...d the tape indicator ME is lit for metal bias tapes Fast winding Buttons 5 and 6 Rewinding and fast forward functions are provided by these buttons Depress either button to fast forward or re wind depending on the correct direction of the tape indicated by the arrows on the display Pan ia cTAL AUTO REVERSE U It l d HONDA IBAND SENS ME AMSI 58 ...

Page 65: ...om the deck when this button is depressed Ambience Switch 8 The ambience effect is added to the sounds reproduced when this button is depressed To deactivate the function depress the switch again The ambience only functions for the cassette 59 ...

Page 66: ...se raises the operating level Set the knob at the center position under the normal condition and then adjust the volume control for desired sound level Tone Control Knob 2 Turning this knob clockwise emphasizes tre ble turning it counterclockwise decrease the treble and emphasizes bass It is usually set at the center position 60 ...

Page 67: ...it clockwise Carefully pull out the unit from its mount with both hands CAUTION Make sure that the unit is locked securely after installing it in its mount To prevent entry of water and dust install the blind cover I after dismounting the unit It is located in the right saddlebag I Blind cover 61 ...

Page 68: ...ving the control unit that you do not bend the pins in the connector can cause faulty operation or failure Always switch off the power when removing the control unit to avoid damaging it or the connector 62 I PRESET i PROII 2 3 4 OrJ rJO Protection Against Water The unit is designed to be weather proof However it is not designed to be used in water or to be sprayed directly with a hose CAUTION Whe...

Page 69: ...ocated visually the motorcycle should be examined by an authorized Honda dealer Never use a fuse with a different rating from that specified Serious damage to the electrical system or a fire may result causing a dangerous loss of lights or engine power at night or in traffic Back up power supply Radio Cassette deck 7 5A 20A I Fuse CAUTION Turn the ignition switch and motorcycle radio and cassette ...

Page 70: ...t 1 To fold the radio antenna Loosen the knurled nut 2 Fold the radio antenna down Digital Clock To reset the hour Turn the reset knob 1 counterclockwise To reset the minute Depress or turn the reset knob 1 clockwise HOUR 1 Lock nul 64 2 Knurled nul I Resel knob ...

Page 71: ... air supply hose to the outlet valve and press the switch with the ignition switch in PARK The air supply hose is located in the right saddlebag CAUTION Do not push the increase button for more than 5 minutes I Outlet valve 2 Air supply hose 3 Switch 65 ...

Page 72: ...page 32 Check for leaks 3 Coolant level add coolant if required Check for leaks pages 29 30 4 Front and rear brakes check operation make sure there is no brake fluid leakage Add fluid if necessary pages 26 27 66 5 Tires check condition and pressure pages 36 38 6 Throttle check for smooth opening and closing in all steering positions 7 Lights and horn check that headlight tail stoplight turn signal...

Page 73: ... gear with the clutch disengaged PREPARATION Make sure the transmission is in neutral the engine stop switch is at RUN and Turn the fuel valve ON Insert the key and turn the ignition switch ON Check that the red oil pressure warning light comes on STARTING PROCEDURE To restart a warm engine follow the pro cedure for High Air Temperature Normal Air Temperature IOo 3SoC 50 95 F I Pull the choke leve...

Page 74: ...Do not use the choke 2 Open the throttle slightly 3 Start the engine 68 Low Air Temperature IODC 50D F or below I Follow steps 1 2 under Normal Air Temperature 2 When engine rpm begins to pick up operate the choke lever to keep fast idle at 2 500 3 500 rpm 3 To speed warm up open and close the throttle keeping engine rpm below 3 500 4 About 5 minutes after the engine starts push the choke lever fo...

Page 75: ... or operate the motorcycle at more than 8011 0 of the lower RED ZONE RPM limit in any gear Avoid full throttle operation and do not operate for a long time at one speed During initial break in newly machined surfaces will be in contact with each other and these surfaces will wear in quickly Break in maintenance at 600 miles 1 000 km is designed to compensate for this in itial minor wear Timely per...

Page 76: ...n Shifting pattern 70 Proper shifting will provide better fuel economy When changing gears under nor mal conditions use these recommended shift points Shifting Up From 1st to 2nd From 2nd to 3rd From 3rd to 4th From 4th to 00 Shifting Down FrQm 00 to 4th 25 mph 40 km h From 4th to 3rd 19 mph 30 km h Disengage the clutch when speed drops below 9 mph 15 km h when engine roughness is evident or when ...

Page 77: ...sult Do not exceed 6 500 rpm when running the engine without a load Serious engine damage may result NOTE The battery will not charge while the engine speed is below 1 000 rpm Avoid idling for prolonged periods or con tinuous operation below 1 000 rpm Be careful when revving the engine or ac celerating in 1st or 2nd gear as the engine speed will easily enter the red zone High Altitude Riding When ...

Page 78: ... reduces stopping performance Extreme application of the brake con trols may cause wheel lock reducing control of the motorcycle 72 When possible reduce speed or brake before entering a turn closing the throt tle or braking in mid turn may cause wheel slip Wheel slip will reduce control of the motorcycle When riding in wet or rainy conditions or on loose surfaces the ability to maneuver and stop w...

Page 79: ... the motorcycle more visible to traffic The battery will discharge if the ignition switch is left at P for too long a time ANTI THEFT TIPS I Always lock the steering and never leave the key in the ignition switch This sounds simple but people do forget 2 Be sure the registration information for your motorcycle is accurate and current 3 Park your motorcycle in a locked garage whenever possible 4 Us...

Page 80: ...p the emissions system warranty in effect USA only When service is required remember that your authorized Honda dealer knows your motor cycle best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it The scheduled maintenance and the anticipated maintenance may also be performed by a qualified service facility that nor mally does this kind of work or you may perform most of the work yourself if you are...

Page 81: ...TTLE OPERATION 1 I I I CARBURETOR CHOKE I 1 I en AIR CLEANER NOTE I R R R Page 82 w CRANKCASE BREATHER NOTE 2 C C C C C C Paoe 83 t SPARK PLUGS R R R R R R Page 86 0 w ENGINE OIL YEAR R R R R R Pa 84 f ENGINE OIL FILTER YEAR R R R R Page 85 R J W CARBURETOR I I I I cr SYNCHRONIZATION CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED I I I I I I I Page 87 Vi RADIATOR COOLANT I I R Page 29 en RADIATOR CORE I I I w COOLING SYST...

Page 82: ...7 SUSPENSION 1 J I I AIR PUMP ELEMENT C C i 0 AIR DRIER I I I I Z NUTS BOLTS FASTENERS I I I J WHEELS I I I I STEERING HEAD BEARING I I I I IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY WE RECOMMEND THESE ITEMS BE SERVICED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED HONDA DEALER SHOULD BE SERVICED BY AN AUTHORIZED HONDA DEALER UNLESS THE OWNER HAS PROPER TOOLS AND SERVICE DATA AND IS MECHANICALLY QUALIFIED REFER TO THE OFFICIAL HONDA SHOP...

Page 83: ...cord All scheduled maintenance including the 600 mile 1 000 km break in maintenance is considered a nor mal owner operating cost and will be charged for by your dealer Detailed receipts verifying the performance of required maintenance should be retained These receipts should be transferred with the motorcycle to the new owner if the motorcycle is sold 77 ...

Page 84: ...ench I 7 mm Socket wrench 14 mm Socket wrench 12 mm Socket wrench 10 mm Socket wrench 8 mm Box wrench 10 x 12 mm Box wrench 27 mm Box wrench 18 mm 8 x 7 mm open end wrench lOx 12 mm open end wrench Open end wrench 17 mm Open end wrench 14 mm 8 mm hex wrench 6 mm hex wrench 5 mm hex wrench Extension bar Adaptor No 3 screwdriver No 2 screwdriver No I screwdriver Screwdriver grip Pliers Adjustable wr...

Page 85: ...quired by your dealer when ordering replacement parts Record the numbers here for your reference YIN _ The YIN Yehicle Identification Number I is on the Safety Certification Label affix ed to the left side of steering head The frame number 2 is stamped on the right side of the steering head FRAME NO 2 Frame number 79 ...

Page 86: ... of the crankcase ENGINE NO 3 Engine number 80 COLOR LABEL The color label I is attached to the inside of the top compartment cover It is helpful when ordering replacement parts Record the color and code here for your reference COLOR CODE I Color label ...

Page 87: ... engine and support the motor cycle securely on a level surface before performing any maintenance Use new genuine Honda parts or their equivalent for maintenance and repair Parts which are not ofequivalent quality may impair the safety of your motorcy cle and the effective operation of the emission control systems The Vehicle Emission Control Information label I is attached to the right lower fram...

Page 88: ...e top compartment Remove the E tool tray R 2 Remove the wing nut I and air cleaner S cover 2 and disconnect the breather tube 3 L U B R I C A T I o N 3 Remove and discard the air cleaner ele ment 4 4 Insert a new air cleaner element 5 Install removed parts in the reverse order of removal I Wing nut 82 i Air Cleaner cover 3 Breather tube 4 Air cleaner element ...

Page 89: ...nk mounting bolt and the storage tank I 2 Empty the deposits 3 Install the tank NOTE Service more frequently when ridden in rain at full throttle or when deposits can be seen in the transparent section of the drain tube I Storage tank 2 Drain tube 83 F I l T E R S l U B R I C A T I o N ...

Page 90: ...pid draining I Oil filler cap 84 I To drain the oil remove the oil filler cap I drain plug 2 oil filter bolt 3 and cover 4 2 After the oil has drained check that the sealing washer on the drain plug is in good condition and install the plug 3 Check that the oil filter bolt and cover 0 rings are in good condition and install the cover aligning the recess in the filter cover with the boss on the wat...

Page 91: ... quently than specified in the maintenance schedule OIL FILTER NOTE Change the oil filter after draining engine oil I Remove the oil filter bolt and pull the oil filter element I out of the oil filter cover 2 Insert a new oil filter element Check that the a rings 2 are in good condi tion and that all parts are installed as F shown I 3 Install the oil filter cover and tighten the L oil filter bolt ...

Page 92: ... is 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in using a wire type feeler gauge If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode 2 carefully 5 With the plug washers attached thread the new spark plugs in by hand to pre vent cross threading 6 Tighten the spark plugs 1 2 turn with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer 7 Reinstall the spark plug caps CAUTION The spark plug mUSI be securely lighlen ed An improper...

Page 93: ...r adjustments including individual car buretor adjustment and synchronization NOTE The engine must be warm for accurate idle speed adjustment Ten minutes of stop and go riding is sufficient I Warm up the engine shift to neutral and place the motorcycle on its center stand 2 Adjust idle speed with the throttle stop screw I Idle Speed 1 000 100 rpm In neutral I ThrOllle Slap screw A Increase B Decre...

Page 94: ...plug 2 E 2 After the oil has completely drained check that the sealing washer 3 on the T drain plug is in good condition and in stall the drain plug R Drain Plug Torque A 10 14 N m I 1 0 1 4 kg m 7 10 ft lb N 3 Fill the final drive with approximately 130 cc 4 4 oz of the recommended oil Make surl the final drive is slightly lower than the lower edge of the inspection hole 4 with the recommended oi...

Page 95: ...rake perfor E mance or rapid pad wear after reassembly 4 Remove the front axle holder nuts 4 and axle holders 5 5 Remove the wheel FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL I Raise the front wheel off the ground by placing a support block under the engine 2 Remove the speed sensor set screw 1 and remove the speed sensor 2 3 Remove the right and left caliper assembly by removing the caliper moun ting bolts 3 I Speed sen...

Page 96: ...5 with the F arrow forward and hand tighten the holder nuts 4 with flat washers and lockwashers Make sure the speedosen sor box is horizontal 3 Carefully fit the brake caliper over the disc install the caliper mounting bolts 90 H Installation E I Lower the forks lightly so that the E follows in the fork legs rest on top of the L axle S B R A K E S Tighten the upper and lower mounting bolts 3 to th...

Page 97: ... A 7 Check that the other three corners of the M caliper holder 6 have a clearance of at E least 0 7 mm 0 028 in between caliper holder and disc 8 After installing the wheel apply the brakes several times and check for free wheel rotation when released 4 Tighten the axle holder nuts 4 on the axle holder to 20 30 N m 2 0 3 0 kg m 14 22 ft Ib torque starting with the forward nut 5 Measure the cleara...

Page 98: ...ving two wing nuts 2 4 Remove the left side rear fender mount screw I Rear reflex reflector 2 Two wing nuts 92 5 Remove the left saddle bag 3 by removing two bolts 4 and two bolts and nuts 5 Remove the turn signal wire from the wire clamp 6 Remove the rear fender by removing two screws 6 Remove the rear bumper by removing four bolts 7 and two joints 8 3 Left saddle bag 4 Two bolts 5 Two bolts and ...

Page 99: ...ieft side and bolt J 2 right side 10 Raise the rear wheel so the axle will clear the muffler 6 Two screws 7 Four bolts 8 Two joints II Pull out the rear axie i3 CAUTION F Support the caliper assembly and swing R arm before removing the rear axle so that the caliper does not hang from the A brake hose Do not twist the brake hose M i2 Separate the final drive case from the E wh l 13 Remove the wheel...

Page 100: ...multipurpose grease with molybdenum disulfide additive to the rear hub splines final drive gear splines and flange pins when the rear wheel is removed Be sure the splines on the wheel hub fit into the final drive case and the splines on the final drive case fit into the driveshaft end 94 ...

Page 101: ...m 2 4 2 9 kg m 17 21 ft lb CAUTION When installing the wheel fit the brake disc between the brake pads carefully After installing the wheel apply the brake several times and then check that the wheel rotates freely when released Recheck the wheel if the brake drags or if the wheel does not rotate freely EIIIII If a torque wrench was not used for in F stal ation see your dealer as soon as R possibl...

Page 102: ... wet roads Inspect the pads visually M from the direction indicated by the arrow E I during all regular service intervals to determine the pad wear If either pad wears W to the wear line 2 both pads must be H replaced as a set E E L S B R A K E S FRONT I Arrow 96 Other Checks Make sure that there are no fluid leaks Check for deterioration and cracks in the hoses and fittings ...

Page 103: ...e if wear extends to the wear line I as shown Check the side stand spr ing for damage and loss of tension and the side stand assembly for freedom of move ment See your authorized Honda dealer for replacement GOOD I Wear line REPLACE 97 F R A M E H E E L S B R A K E S ...

Page 104: ... is operated with insuffi cient battery electrolyte sulfation and bat tery plate damage will occur If rapid loss of electrolyte is experienced or if your battery seems to be weak causing slo starting or E other electrical problems see your authoriz L ed Honda dealer E C T R I C A L NOTE Use only distilled water in the battery Tap water may shorten the service life of the battery CAUTION When check...

Page 105: ...ies produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigaret tes away Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed space A Iways shield eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN CAUTION The baltery breather tube must be routed as shown on the label Do not bend or twist the breather tube A bent or kinked breather tube may pressurize the baltery and damage its case CAUTION PIPING AS SH...

Page 106: ...ocated in the fuse box When frequent fuse failure occurs it usual ly indicates a short circuit or an overload in the electrical system See your authorized Honda dealer for repair CAUTION Turn the ignition switch OFF before checking or replacing fuses to prevent ac cidental short circuiting To replace the main fuse 3 loosen the screws and remove the old fuse Install the new fuse and tighten the scr...

Page 107: ...er located inside the fuse box cover Install a new fuse and close the fuse box cover Never use a fuse with a different rating from that specified Serious damage to the electrical system or a fire may result causing a dangerous loss of lights or engine power at night or in traffic E L E C T R I C L ...

Page 108: ... damage the plastic A void spraying high pressure water typical in coin operated car washes at the following areas Brake Master Cylinders Clutch Master Cylinder Radiator Fins Wheel Hubs 102 Muffler Outlets Top Compartment Under Seat Fairing Pockets or Accessories Ignition Switch Steering Lock Handlebar Switches 2 After cleaning rinse the motorcycle thoroughly with plenty of clean water Strong dete...

Page 109: ...ls with a wet s longe and mild detergent then rinse well with water and wipe dry with a clean cloth CAUTION Do nOI use sleel wool or cleal er COl Wining abrasives or compounds 10 clean Ihe wheels as Ihey can cause damage Do not ride over curbs or rub the wheel against an obstancle as wheel damage may resull 103 C L E A N I N G ...

Page 110: ...solution E 3 Drain the fuel tank and carburerors Spray the inside of the tank with an aerosol rust inhibiting oil Reinstall the fuel cap on the tank DI III Gasoline is flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the equip ment while draining fuel 104 4 Remove the spark plugs and pour a tablespoon 15 20 cc of clean engine oil into each cylinder Cr...

Page 111: ...um of daily temperature variation Do not store the motorcycle in direct sunlight REMOVAL FROM STORAGE 1 Uncover and clean the motorcycle Change the engine oil if more than 4 months have passed since the start of storage 2 Check the battery electrolyte level and charge the battery as required Install the b tcry S 3 Drain any excess aerosol rust inhibiting T oil from the fuel tank Fill the fuel tank...

Page 112: ...ne oil Final drive gear oil Fuel tank Cooling system capacity Pasenger capacity load Vehicle capacity load 2 505 mm 98 6 in 970 mm 38 2 in 1 510 mm 59 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 140 mm 5 5 in 330 kg 728 Ibs 331 kg 730 Ibs California type 3 2 f 3 4 US qt After draining 130 cc 4 4 oz After draining 22 f 5 8 US gal 2 7 f 2 9 US qt Operator and one passenger 177 kg 390 Ib ...

Page 113: ...ld climate Below 5 C 41 F For extended high speed riding Spark plug gap Idle speed 75 5 x 66 mm 2 97 x 2 59 in 9 0 I 1182 cc 72 1 cu in X24EPR U9 NO DPR8EA 9 NGK X22EPR U9 NO DPR7EA 9 GK X27EPR UP NO DPR9EA 9 GK 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 036 in 1000 IOO rpm 107 s P E C I F I C A T I o N S ...

Page 114: ...PENSION Caster Trail Tire size front Tire size rear POWER TRANSMISSION Primary reduction Secondary reduction Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Final reduction 60 118 mm 4 6 in 130 90 16 67H 150 90 15 74H 1 708 0 973 2 571 1 667 1 250 1 000 0 800 2 833 ...

Page 115: ...cator light Turn signal indicator light High beam indicator light Oil pressure warning light FUSE 12V 20AH 0 36 kw 5000 rpm H4 BULB 12V 2 32 cp 12V 32 cp NO FRONT 1034 REAR 1073 12V 2 cp NO 57 12V 2 cp NO 57 12V 2 cp NO 57 12V 2 cp NO 57 12V 2 cp NO 57 lOA and 15A 30A Main fuse 109 s P E C I F I C A T I o N S ...

Page 116: ... loading The information presented represents results obtainable by skilled riders under controlled road and vehicle conditions and the information may not be correct under other conditions Description of vehicles to which this table applies HONDA GLl200 ASPENCADE Fully Operational Service Brake Load I Light I 170 Maximum 1180 I I I I 0 50 100 150 200 Stopping Distance in Feet from 60 mph 110 ...

Page 117: ...st gases in the exhaust port No adjustments to this system should be made although periodic inspection of the components is recommended Noise Emission Control System TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof I The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of...

Page 118: ...component which conducts exhaust gases 2 Removal of or puncturing of any part of the intake system 3 Lack of proper maintenance 4 Replacing any moving parts of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust or intake system with parts other than those specified by the manufacturer 112 ...

Page 119: ...m A secondary air supply system helps improve emisson performance Crankcase Emission Control System The engine is equipped with a closed crankcase system to prevent discharging crankcase emis sions into the atmosphere Blow by gas is returned to the combustion chamber through the air cleaner and the caburetor Problems which may affect motorcycle emissions If you are aware of any of the following sy...

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Page 122: ...r problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact the Customer Rela tions Department at the regional office of American Honda Motor Co Inc in your area Regional office locations are shown on the following page We will need the following in formation in order to assist you Your name address and telephone number Product model and serial number Date of purchase Dealer name and addres...

Page 123: ...rican Honda Motor Co Inc Customer Relation Department P O 80x 22 Greendale Wisconsin 53129 T lephone 414 421 9300 SOUTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE American Honda Motor Co Inc Customer Relation Oepartment P O 80x 640 Irving T 760 2 Telephone 214 268 6883 NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE American Honda MDtOf Co Inc Custom Relation Department P O Box 749 Moor town New Jersey 08057 Telephone 1091778 1100 SOUTHEAST ...

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