How to remove the carbs on a Honda Shadow?
Loosen the clamps on the rubber housing that connects the carbs to the engine. Use a screwdriver to pry the rubber housing off of the carbs. Rotate the carbs to 90 degrees past their normal position. Lift them out of the frame.
How many carburetors does a Honda Shadow Aero have?
Both were propelled by a new 750 cc liquid-cooled four-stroke dual-carburetor SOHC three-valve 45-degree V-twin engine with a six-speed transmission and shaft final drive.
How do you remove the seat on a 1986 Honda Shadow?
The Haynes manual says to put the key in the helmet lock and then turn the key counter clockwise then pull backwards on the seat and remove it.
How to remove carbs from Honda Shadow VT750?
Apparently, it is easier to remove the carbs with the intake manifold (rubber carb holders) attached to the carbs. I eventually removed the RH side boot, and the carbs slid right out. When installing the carbs, make sure to spray some silicone spray on mating parts to help everything go together with less effort.
When did the Honda Shadow VT750 come out?
The motorcycle featured in this video is a 2002 Honda Shadow VT750. The video also covers 1998-2007 VT750’s and 1995-2007 VT1100’s years as well. Note, this model has dual carbs, for single carb models, check out this How-To video.
What kind of cleaner should I use to clean my carburetor?
There are many brands out there that are excellent choices to use for cleaning your carburetor, including the generic brands. Carb cleaners that contain chlorine are more abrasive and provide better results. If you are buying a used motorcycle or just a motorcycle engine, you may want to verify that the engine has not been stolen.
What’s the best way to clean idle carb?
Back out the idle mixture screw including spring washer and o ring. Open carb drain screw and leave open. Spray large quantities of Berryman into the idle mixture opening. Let drain. Add new gas and 2 cans of Berrymans no spray. Get to an open road even if choke is on and ride.
Apparently, it is easier to remove the carbs with the intake manifold (rubber carb holders) attached to the carbs. I eventually removed the RH side boot, and the carbs slid right out. When installing the carbs, make sure to spray some silicone spray on mating parts to help everything go together with less effort.
The motorcycle featured in this video is a 2002 Honda Shadow VT750. The video also covers 1998-2007 VT750’s and 1995-2007 VT1100’s years as well. Note, this model has dual carbs, for single carb models, check out this How-To video.
Back out the idle mixture screw including spring washer and o ring. Open carb drain screw and leave open. Spray large quantities of Berryman into the idle mixture opening. Let drain. Add new gas and 2 cans of Berrymans no spray. Get to an open road even if choke is on and ride.
How much does it cost to clean a dirty carburetor?
My mechanic charges 2 hours labor ($65 per hour) and parts. So say $200 in my neck of the woods. I tinker with antique tractors and engines, and have never had a fuel additive fix a dirty carburetor. Has this worked for you? Click to expand… Yep. On the Valk last spring.