What was the name of the 1983 Honda Magna?
Watershed. Call it what you will, Honda’s 1983 V65 Magna marked a major departure in motorcycle design. For the first time, a Japanese motorcycle maker’s fastest, most powerful motorcycle had pull-back handlebars and its footpegs well in front of the seat.
What was the problem with the Honda Magna?
While Honda’s release of their V4 technology in the Magna (and other bikes like the Sabre and Interceptor) was certainly a bold move, it was somewhat overshadowed by at least one problem. One was the decline of motorcycle sales after the boom in the 1970s.
What was the top speed of a 1982 Honda Magna?
The 1982 V45 covered 1/4 mile in 12.08 seconds at 108.82 MPH. The 1983 V45 Magna is the same as the 1982 model with few differences. Early in the model year, the headlight was changed to a non-sealed beam unit with a replaceable halogen bulb.
How many miles does a 1983 magna V65 have?
All original 1983 v65 magna with 6200 original miles!! These are getting harder to find in this kind of condition, original blue plate bike. Original seat, lights, pipes nothing has been altered and it is all in very good condition. Bike just went thru the shop with flying colors- runs perfect!
Where can I buy a Honda Magna Bike?
We stock a full range of Honda Magna parts and accessories so your bike is always running how you want it to run, and it stays looking great. In addition to parts and accessories, we sell a great selection of Honda Magna riding gear.
Where did the Honda V45 Magna Bike come from?
BOUGHT FROM A FRIEND THAT HAD THE BIKE IN INSIDE STORAGE FOR MANY YEARS. PLANNED TO CONVERT IT INTO A BOBBER STYLE MOTORCYCLE BUT NEVER GOT AROUND TO IT. I RODE THIS BIKE TO AND FROM THE TRAIN EVERY DAY FOR THE LAST FEW YEARS.
How do you shut off auto fuel in a Magna?
Gently work the cables loose from the throttle plate wheel, mark each cable if necessary as you remove to make sure you get them re-installed correctly. The auto fuel shut off diaphragm has 2 hoses coming off one with a “T”. Rremove this from the diaphragm. Usually needs gently persuasion with a flat blade screwdriver to release.