Honda V45 750 Sabre (1982), V45 700 Sabre (1983), V45 750 Sabre (1983), V45 750 Sabre (1985), V45 750 Sabre (1984) Owners Workshop Manual

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Honda

V45165

Magna

1 100 V-Fours)

Sabre

(VF700,75O

Owners

Workshop

Manual

by Penny Cox

Haynes

and John

Member

Models covered: Honda V45

Honda VF750S-C Sport. UK Honda V45

Honda Honda V65 1 1 00 Sabre. Honda V65 1 1 00

of the Guild of Motoring

VF750C-H and C-J Custom.

Writers

700/750 Sabre. US

1982 through

700/750 Magna. US

US 1984

Magna. US 1983

1982 through

1982 through 1988

UK 1987

through 1985

through 1986

1985

1984

through 1988

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Contents

Introductory

Aboui Introduction to the Honda V45l65

& Magna ldentif Buying General specif ications Maintenance techniques, tools and working facilities Safety first! Motorcycle chemicals and lubricants

Troubleshooting

pages

this manual

(VF700,

ication numbers

pads

750 & 1100 V-Fours)

Sabre

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0-10 0-16 0-17 0-18

0-6 0-6 0:8

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Chapter I Tune-up and routine maintenance

Chapter 2

Engine,

clutch and transmission

Chapter 3

Cooljng system

Chapter 4 Fuel

and exhaust systems

Chapter 5 lgnition system

Chapter 6

Frame, suspension and final drive

Chapter 7 Brakes, wheels and tires

Chapter Electrical system

Conversion factors

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Honda V45l65

Sabre &

Magna

(VF700,

750 & 1100

V-Fours)

The 1982 V45 Sabre

(VF750S)

The 1984 V65 Sabre

(VFl

l00S)

Honda

V45/65

Sabre & Magna

(VF700,

750 & 1100

V-Fours)

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The 1982 V45

Magna

(VF7sOC)

The 1984 Va5

Magna

(VFll00C)

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About this manual

Its purpose

The purpose of this manual is to help you get the best value from your motorcycle. It can do so in several ways. It can help you decide what work must be done, even if you choose to have it done by a dealer service department or a repair shop; it provides information and procedures for routine maintenance and servicing; and it offers diagnostic and repair procedures to follow when trouble occurs.

We hope you use the manual to tackle the work yourself. For many simpler jobs, doing it yourself may be quicker than arranging an appointment to get the vehicle into a shop and making the trips to leave it and pick it up. More importantly, a lot of money can be saved by avoiding the expense the shop must pass on to you to cover its labor and overhead costs. An added benefit is the sense of satisfaction and accomplishment that you feel after doing the job yourself.

Using the manual

The manual is divided into Chapters. Each Chapter is divided into numbered Sections, which are headed in bold type between horizontal lines. Each Section consists of consecutively numbered paragraphs or steps.

At the beginning of each numbered Section you will be referred to any illustrations which apply to the procedures in that Section. The reference numbers used in illustration captions pinpoint the pertinent Section and the Step within that Section. That is, illustration 3.2 means the illustration refers to Section 3 and Step (or paragraph) 2 within that Section.

Procedures, once described in the text, are not normally repeated. When it's necessary to refer to another Chapter, the reference will be given as Chapter and Section number. Cross references given without use of the word 'Chapter' apply to Sections and/or paragraphs in the same Chapter. For example, 'see Section 8' means in the same Chapter.

References to the left or right side of the vehicle assume you are sitting on the seat, facing forward.

Motorcycle manufacturers continually make changes to specifi-

cations and recommendations, and these, when notified, are incorporated into our manuals at the earliest opportunity.

Even though we have prepared this manual with extreme care, neither the publisher nor the author can accept responsibility for any errors in, or omissions from, the information given.

NOTE

A Note provides information necessary to properly complete a procedure or information which will make the procedure easier to

understand.

CAUTION

A Cauti on provides a special procedure or special steps which must be taken while completing the procedure where the

Caution is found. Not heeding a Caution can result in damage to the assembly being worked on.

WARNING

A Warni ng provides a special procedure or special steps which must be taken while completing the procedure where the

Warning is found. Not heeding a Warning can result in personal injury.

Introduction to the Honda V45/65 Sabre & Magna (VF700, 750 & 1100 V-Fours)

The first Honda V-Four engine, introduced in 1982 in a 750 cc (45 cu in) capacity, was widely regarded as a milestone of motorcycle engineering. Its 90° V configuration allowed for a lighter engine which was more compact, yet more powerful than any previous Honda 750 cc engine. Because of the inherent balancing characteristics of a Vengine, as well as the rubber mountings, it is also an unusually smooth and quiet engine compared with the more conventional in-line, aircooled counterparts in production at the time.

The 750 cc engine was superceded in 1984 by a shorter-stroke 700 cc model, designed to fall below the heavyweight motorcycle import tariff imposed on machines imported into the US. The 700 cc engine continued for the remaining years of the Sabre, but a return was made to the 750 cc unit in 1988 for the last year of the Magna's production. All models imported into the UK were of 750 cc capacity.

An 1100 cc (65 cu in) engine was introduced in 1983 for the US market.

There are two distinctly different models, the Sabre (known as the Sport in the UK) and the Magna (known as the Custom in the UK). The Sabre differs from the Magna in having Honda's Pro-Link rear suspension and sophisticated electronic instrumentation. Conversely, Magna models are custom-styled, with high handlebars, teardrop tank and a stepped seat. The Magnas have conventional twin-shock rear suspension.

Both Sabre and Magna have appeared in 700, 750 and 1100 cc engine sizes during the model run, and have received a number of improvements and modifications. Owners are therefore advised to refer to the table under 'Identification numbers' to establish the exact model year of their machine before carrying out any of the procedures given in the main text of the manual.

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Identification numbers

The frame serial number is stamped into the right side of the steering head and the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) appears on the left side of the steering head; on 1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models, it is attached to the right frame top tube under the fuel tank. The engine number is stamped into the right upper side of the crankcase, directly above the clutch unit.

A label attached to the right or left frame tube under the side cover, or attached to the rear fender top surface under the seat, gives the color code of the machine. The carburetor identification number appears on the carburetor body casting, just above the float chamber joint. Emission control information (US models only) is given on a label attached to the right lower frame tube on models through 1986, or to the right upper frame tube on later models.

All serial numbers should be recorded and kept in a safe place so they can be furnished to law enforcement officials in the event of a theft.

The frame serial number, engine serial number, carburetor identification number and color code should also be kept in a handy place (such as with your driver's license) so they are always available when purchasing or ordering parts for your machine.

The procedures in this manual identify the bikes by production year. If this is not known, it can be determined from the engine and frame serial numbers as shown in the chart on the next page.

Frame number location on steering head right side

Engine number location on crankcase top surface Emission Control label location (models through 1986)

Engine number Frame number

US models (except California)

VF750S (1982) .. .. . .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... RC07E-2000066 to 2015996 .. .. .. ... .. .. ... . RC070-CM000036 to 012083

VF750S (1983) .. ........................ RC07E-2100018 to 2115544 ................. RC070-DM100006 to 108632

VF700S (1984) .. ........................ RC22E-2000008 to 2005978 ................. RC220-EM000007 to 005012

VF700S (1985) .. ........................ RC22E-2100001 to 2103668 ................. RC220-FM100001 to 102800

VF750C (1982) ......................... RC07E-4000046 to 4029232 ................. RC071-CM000033 to 027062

VF750C (1983) ......................... RC07E-4100013 to 4124548 ................. RC071-DM100011 to 122819

VF700C (1984) .. .. ... .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. .. RC21E-2000021 to 2016382 ................. RC210-EM000002 to 014552

VF700C (1985) ......................... RC21E-2100016 to 2110238 ................. RC210-FM100006 to 108900

VF700C (1986) ......................... RC21E-2200005 to 2209873 ................. RC210-GM200003 to 208928

VF700C (1987) ......................... RC21E-2300015 to 2304999 ................. RC210-HM300007 to 303508

or HA305001 to 310415

VF750C (1988) ......................... RC07E-4600001 on ........................ RC280-JA100001 on

VF1100S (1984) ......................... SC17E-2000001 to 2008727 ................. SC170-EM000001 to 010029

VF1100S (1985) ......................... SC17E-2100001 on ........................ SC170-FA100001 on

VF1100C (1983) ........................ SC12E-2000039 to 2018597 ................. SC120-DM000029 to 017677

VF1100C (1984) ........................ SC12E-2100001 to 2116075 ................. SC120-EA100001 to 117064

VF1100C (1985) .. .. ... .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . SC12E-2200001 to 2208055 ................. SC120-FA200006 to 208465

VF1100C (1986) ........................ SC12E-2300020 to 2304336 ................. SC120-GM300101 to 304425

US California models

VF750S (1982).. .. . .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... As above . .. .. . .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. . As above

VF750S (1983).. .. . .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... As above . .. .. . .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. . As above

VF700S (1984) .......................... RC22E-2002575 to 2006097 ................. RC221-EM000006 to 001081

VF700S (1985) .. ... .. . .. .. . .. ........... RC22E-2100001 to 2103285 ................. RC221-FM100001 to 100863

VF750C (1982) ......................... As above ................................ As above

VF750C (1983) ......................... As above ................................ As above

VF700C (1984) ......................... RC21E-2000019 to 2018662 ................. RC211-EM000003 to 002300

VF700C(1985) ......................... RC21E-2100022 to 2108674 ................. RC211-FM100007 to 101325

VF700C (1986) ......................... RC21E-2200011 to 2210193 ................. RC211-GM200001 to 201250

VF700C(1987) .. ....................... RC21E-2300020 to 2303889 ................. RC211-HM300006 to 300514

or HA305003to311015

VF750C (1988) ......................... RC07E-4600001 on ........................ RC281-JA100001 on

VF1100S (1984) ......................... SC17E-2000001 to 2009087 ................. SC170-EA100004 to 117067

VF1100S (1985) ......................... SC17E- 2100001 o n ........................ SC170-FA100001 on

VF1100C (1983) ........................ As above ................................ As above

VF1100C (1984) ........................ SC12E-2102298 to 2114635 ................. SC120-EA100004 to 117067

VF1100C (1985) ........................ SC12E-2200001 to 2206580 ................. SC120-FA200001 to 206845

VF1100C (1986) ........................ SC12E-2300001 to 2302532 ................. SC120-GM301306 to 302625

UK models

VF750S-C (1982-84) .. .. .. ............... RC07E-2007411 to 2020350 ................. RC07-2000034 to 2008149

VF750C-H (1987) ....................... RC07E-4501116 to 4501315 ................. RC28-2000607 to 200080 6

VF750C-J (1988) .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... .. . RC07E-4604226 on .. .. ... .. .. ... .. .. ... .. . RC28-2100005 on

Note: Unless specifically mentioned in this ma nual, th e informa tion given for the 1982 750 Sab re applie s to the UK VF750S -C, and that for the 1 987 a nd 1988 700/750 Magnas applies to t he U K VF75 0C-H a nd C- J r espective ly.

Buying 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 numbers is the only way to be reasonably sure that you are buying the correct parts.

Whenever possible, take the worn part to the dealer so direct comparison with the new component can be made. Along the trail from the manufacturer to the parts shelf, there are numerous places that the part can end up with the wrong number or be listed incorrectly.

The two places to purchase new parts for your motorcycle - the accessory store and the franchised dealer - differ in the type of parts they carry. While dealers can obtain virtually every part for your

motorcycle, the accessory dealer is usually limited to normal high wear items such as shock absorbers, tune-up parts, various engine gaskets, cables, chains, brake parts, etc. Rarely will an accessory outlet have major suspension components, cylinders, transmission gears, or cases.

Used parts can be obtained for roughly half the price of new ones, but you can't always be sure of what you're getting. Once again, take your worn part to the wrecking yard (breaker) for direct comparison.

Whether buying new, used or rebuilt parts, the best course is to deal directly with someone who specializes in parts for your particular make.

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General specifications

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Wheelbase

1982 750 Sabre model............................ ... ........................................ 1562 mm (61.5 in)

1983 through 1985 700/750 Sabre models ....................................... 1570 mm (61.8 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 1540 mm (60.6 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 1565 mm (61.6 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 1660 mm (65.4 in)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 1590 mm (62.6 in)

1100 Magna models........................................................................... 1595 mm (62.8 in)

Overall length

700/750 Sabre models....................................................................... 2245 mm (88.4 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 2190 mm (86.2 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 2220 mm (87.4 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 2360 mm (92.9 in)

1100 models....................................................................................... 2280 mm (89.8 in)

Overall width

1982 through 1984 700/750 Sabre models ....................................... 830 mm (32.7 in)

1985 700 Sabre model....................................................................... 800 mm (31.5 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 815 mm (32.1 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 850 mm (33.5 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 800 mm (31.5 in)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 790 mm (31.1 in)

1983 and 1986 1100 Magna models.................................................. 810 mm (31.9 in)

1984 and 1985 1100 Magna models.................................................. 825 mm (32.5 in)

Overall height

1982 and 1983 750 Sabre models..................................................... 1165 mm (45.9 in)

1984 and 1985 700 Sabre models..................................................... 1160 mm (45.7 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 1195 mm (47.0 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 1200 mm (47.2 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 1155 mm (43.9 in)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 1185 mm (46.7 in)

1983 and 1986 1100 Magna models.................................................. 1210 mm (47.6 in)

1984 and 1985 1100 Magna models.................................................. 1230 mm (48.4 in)

Seat height

1982 and 1983 750 Sabre models..................................................... 780 mm (30.7 in)

1984 and 1985 700 Sabre models..................................................... 790 mm (31.1 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 760 mm (29.9 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 740 mm (29.1 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 705 mm (27.8 in)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 820 mm (32.3 in)

1100 Magna models........................................................................... 800 mm (31.5 in)

Ground clearance

1982 and 1983 750 Sabre models..................................................... 135mm (5.3 in)

1984 and 1985 700 Sabre models..................................................... 145 mm (5.7 in)

1982 through 1984 700/750 Magna models...................................... 165 mm (6.5 in)

1985 and 1986 700 Magna models.................................................... 150 mm (5.9 in)

1987 and 1988 700/750 Magna models ............................................ 152 mm (6.0 in)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 145 mm (5.7 in)

1100 Magna models........................................................................... 155 mm (6.1 in)

Weight (with oil and full fuel tank)

700/750 models ................................................................................. Approx 243 kg (535 Ib)

1100 Sabre models............................................................................ 268 kg (591 Ib)

1100 Magna models........................................................................... 265 kg (584 lb)

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