This service manual provides specific, detailed instructions for performing everything from basic maintenance and troubleshooting to a complete overhaul of the Honda VTX1300 Series motorcycle. Do-it-yourselfers will find this service and repair manual more comprehensive than the factory manual, making it an indispensable part of your tool box.

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VTX1300C (2004-2009)
VTX1300R (2005-2009)
VTX1300S (2003-2007)
VTX1300T (2008-2009)

This Honda VTX1300 Manual is 424 pages.
QUICK REFERENCE DATA
CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers and information labels / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools /Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications
CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Starting the engine / Engine will not start / Poor engine performance / Fuel system / Engine / Engine lubrication / Cylinder leakdown test / Clutch / Gearshift linkage / Transmission / Electrical testing / Final drive / Front suspension and steering / Brake system
CHAPTER THREE / MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION and TUNE-UP
Tune-up / Air filter / Engine compression test / Spark plugs / Ignition timing / Valve clearance / Idle speed adjustment / Fuel system hose inspection / Fuel filter / Throttle cable / Clutch cable and clutch lever / Engine oil and filter / Engine oil pressure check / Cooling system / Front fork oil change / Specifications
CHAPTER FOUR and FIVE / ENGINE
Removal installation / Cylinder head covers and rocker arms / Camshafts / Cam chain tensioner and cam chain / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Piston and piston rings / Cylinder stud / Crankcase / Crankcase seal and bearing / Crankshaft / Connecting rods / Balancer shafts / Oil pump / Output gear / Specifications
CHAPTER SIX / CLUTCH AND EXTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Right crankcase cover / Clutch release assembly / Primary drive and driven gears and oil pump chain and sprockets / External shift mechanism / Specifications
CHAPTER SEVEN / TRANSMISSION AND INTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Specifications
CHAPTER EIGHT / FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Fuel system differences / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Air filter housing / Carburetor / Intake manifold / Pilot screw adjustment idle drop procedure / High altitude adjustment / Throttle cable replacement / Choke cable replacement / Fuel pump and fuel filter / Crankcase breather system / Pulse secondary air supply system / Evaporative emission control system / (California models) / Specifications
CHAPTER NINE / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical component replacement / Electrical connectors / Battery / Battery box / Charging system / Stator coil, ignition pulse generator and left crankcase cover / Flywheel, starter clutch and starter drive gears / Ignition system testing / Ignition coils / Ignition pulse generator / Ignition control module ICM / Ignition timing / Throttle position sensor / Starter / Starter relay switch / Clutch diode / Lighting system / Vehicle speed sensor VSS / Coolant temperature indicator and engine coolant temperature ECT sensor / Fan switch / Oil pressure switch and oil pressure indicator / Neutral switch / Sidestand / Clutch switch / Brake light switch / Ignition switch / Handlebar switch / Turn signal relay / Fuel cutoff relay / Horn / Fuses / Specifications
CHAPTER TEN / COOLING SYSTEM
Temperature warning system / Cooling system inspection / Radiator / Cooling fan / Coolant reserve tank / Thermostat / Thermostat housing / Coolant pipe / Water pump / Specifications
CHAPTER ELEVEN / WHEELS AND TIRES
Motorcycle lift / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Front and rear hubs / Driven flange / Wheel service (cast wheels) / Wheel service (lace wheels) / Tire safety / Tire changing / Wheel balance / Specifications
CHAPTER TWELVE / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Handlebar grips / Front fork / Steering assembly / Steering head and stem / Steering bearing preload check / Steering bearing replacement / Specifications
CHAPTER THIRTEEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorber / swing arm / Final drive unit and drive shaft / Ring and pinion gear measurements / Specifications
CHAPTER FOURTEEN / BRAKES
Linked braking system LBS / Brake service / Brake bleeding / Brake fluid draining / Brake pads / Brake caliper removal and installation / Brake caliper overhaul / Front master cylinder / Rear master cylinder / Proportional control valve / Brake hose and brake line replacement / Brake disc / Rear brake pedal / Specifications
CHAPTER FIFTEEN / BODY AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
Seat / Side covers / Left crankcase rear cover / Front fender / Rear fender / Rider footrests / Sidestand / Windshield / Backrest and saddlebags / Exhaust system / Specifications
INDEX
COLOR WIRING DIAGRAMS
Models covered:
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Honda VTX1300C
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Honda VTX1300R
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Honda VTX1300S
2008 2009 Honda VTX1300T
VTX1300
VTX 1300 1300S 1300T S T
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