Collected Quick Reference to General and Custom info

[Blindstitch2002]

The organization of things on the Chopper Charles forum sucks so I was thinking about linking some stuff from here to there so I could find it some day.

Quick list on CC just in case it gets buried.
http://cx500forum.com/index.php?/topic/16-quick-reference/
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/88078/ShowPost.aspx

HTTA Stuff
(Honda Transverse Twin Association) If you have one you're a member.
http://www.cafepress.com/CX_GL
http://www.cafepress.com/CX_GL_Other

Manuals, Articles and other.
http://drop.io/CX500_GL500 Died but the information is also here.
https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B6EDVo72Y5BfMDEwYmExZWEtMzZiZS00YjdlLWFiODEtZDQwNmVlNDM5YzE2&hl=en


Group Discount on Honda Parts.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=536
"For International shipments, Discount Honda adds $28 per order to domestic shipping rates and ships by USPS Priority mail. Shipping rates are the same for Canada as they are for India. It may not be economical to ship small orders internationally. If buying from Canada and the order is a small part; call John to see if he can give a better rate on the shipment.

HTTA Traveler Assistance
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/78597/ShowPost.aspx

Basics

New Members on Chopper Charles and Sheps Global forum.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=535

So, you wanna buy a used motorcycle - A good check list
http://www.clarity.net/~adam/buying-bike.html

New bike. What do I do?
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=72

How to post photos.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=245

CX/GL Serials IDs for all years and models
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=534

Speedo/Tach ratios
Most vintage hondas have the same tach and speedometer ratiso. Speedo ratio is 2240=60mph. Tach is 1:4.

Choke cable doesn't stay in place when pulled.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=519

Taking apart the igniton switch and what's inside.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=532

Finding an electrical Short.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=502

Motorcycle Electrical Troubleshooting write up courtesy of DaveF
http://www.genebitsystems.com/david/MotorcycleElectrical/index.htm

What Octane
These bikes run fine on 87 octane.
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/70817/ShowPost.aspx

Rebuilding the Starter
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=208
Ofapars Starter repair
http://ofapars-.webs.com/footerin.htm

Stator Check.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=521

Main Fuse Change
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=27

Brake and Master Cylinder rebuild and repair.
http://ofapars-.webs.com/twinpots.htm

Cheap Brake Crush Washer or How to fix them
10mm auto washers or heat them red hot on a brick to anneal them and then let them cool.
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/751 ... aspx#75101

Stainless Steel Brake Lines - U.S. Source
JDA Enterprises http://www.jdaent.com/
Email (Craig@Jdaent.com) or Call (530-365-8400) Craig Raudman

Making Gaskets.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=256

How to hotwire your bike
http://www.genebitsystems.com/david/MotorcyclePrep/hotwire.htm

How to build a 7 volt regulator
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=257

Float bowl repair
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=520&p=2588#p2588

Wiring diagrams
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=176

Spark plug resistor cap rebuild
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=84

How to adjust valve tappets and the cam chain.
http://www.sheppola.karoo.net/TwistedTwin/CXGLTappets.htm#CXGLTappets
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/196843/ShowPost.aspx
Video how to.. http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=687

CDI replacement Coils
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=335&p=1751#p1751

Tach Drive seal
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=530&p=2601#p2601

In Bike transmission removal and replacement tool.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=522

Shifter Seal Replace
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=524

Draining and changing the final drive oil.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=523&p=2591#p2591

Mechanical Seal in bike install or engine out
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=516&p=2585#p2585
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=355

Servicing the Prolink suspension and adding Zerk Fittings
http://ofapars-.webs.com/prolink.htm

Where is the Weep Hole
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=525

O-ring List
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=95&p=554&hilit=o+rings#p554

Tapered Steering Head Bearings install (NOT CX/GL BUT GOOD ENOUGH)
http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/tech/service_steering_head_bearings/index.html

Fork Seal change (NOT CX OR GL BUT CLOSE)
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/howto/replace_fork_seals/index.html

Fork Preload Spacer and oil change
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=551

Fuel filter
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=121&start=30

Fuel Hose
1/4 for cx500 7mm for gl

Vacuum Petcock hose connection
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=531

Replacement Radiator hoses
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=552

Parts Interchange List
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=146

How to wire a Stator
http://ofapars-.webs.com/diystatorrewind.htm

Stator sources (If you need a stator)
Ricks Motorsports or Custom Rewind
http://www.genebitsystems.com/david/MotorcyclePrep/statorfailure.htm

Ignitech and stator upgrade. Stator option.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=526

No need for a flywheel puller.
M20x 1.5 or a Large Subaru drain pain bolt which is the same size but needs a washer glued to the end to get a hair more length.

Dental Mirror Cam Chain Inspection
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=528

Fan puller bolt.
M14 x 1.5 about 2 inches long. Or in a pinch the rear axle could be used but not prefered.

Oil filters Aftermarket and other.
Honda 154A1-413-005 or 15410-KEA-305
Fram  CH6007
Purolator  ML16807
Wix  24938
K&N KN-111
NAPA Gold 1217

Cheap Thermostat.
NAPA – 535080
Stant – 45868
Autozone – 15868

How to change tires.
http://www.clarity.net/~adam/tire-changing.html

Removing the rear wheel. Gl specific. Has 3 or more steps than the CX other wise it's the same.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=517

Removing a GL Front Wheel
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=533

CB900 and other Honda Brake Caliper swap.
http://2wheels2nuts.blogspot.com/2009/06/cx500-project-cb900-brake-swap.html

Replacing a Cx/Gl500 clutch with a Cx/Gl650 Clutch to shave 300rpms at highway speed.
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=537&p=2609#p2609


Customize

Post your Ride
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/41105/ShowPost.aspx

Australian SuperTank build
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=553

Dyna Wide Glide seat on a Custom
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=50&p=180#p180

Dyna Wide Glide seat on a Deluxe
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=539

Deluxe tank on custom
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=538

Standard/Deluxe tank on a GL500/650
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=624

Ammo can saddle bags
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=540&p=2613#p2613

Air box removed Battery holder
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=548&p=2621#p2621

Forward Controls
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=549

Rear disc brake on a gl500
http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/129768/ShowPost.aspx#129768

78 cx500 Maggot style gauges modified
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=541

Sheps Electric fan fix
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=209

Cheap Harley Mufflers for CX/GL
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=543

How to Polish Aluminum
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=542

Highway Bars
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=550

Gl1100 lowers
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=547

Progressive fork springs
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=25&start=10

Inexpensive Gl500 Trunk Relocator
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=544



Carb Related

Larry's Guide to Rebuilding Carbs
http://australiancx.asn.au/forum/index.php?topic=6063.0

Carb Cut Away
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=546

2 into 1 and K & N pod filter jetting
Blindstitch Combo: MAC 2 into 1 with K&N Filter 90/120 3 1/2 turns out
Cataclism Combo: MAC 2 into 1 with K&N pods 85/130 1 turn out
Exhausts without the hbox have similar jetting.

Carb idle screw starting point.
2 to 2 1/2 turns out.

Removing or replacing your carbs
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=545

Carb cleaning
http://globalcxglvtwins.hostingdelivered.com/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=32

[Nail]

Thanks for share Good info.....