Why are my Honda CB 750 choppers not working?

Why are my Honda CB 750 choppers not working?

If you get a reading with no wires and no reading without, then the wires are most likely your problem. INSULATION BREAKDOWN These coils have a solid metal core running through them. It is used solely for mounting. It is not a ground. Sometimes the insulation inside the coils starts to break down and the coil will short to the metal core.

What should the electrical reading be on a Honda CB 750?

This test can also be performed with the plug wires and caps in place. Due to the extra resistance though you should get a reading between 10Kohm to 50Kohms depending on the coil, wires and caps. If this is done first, and there is no reading, do the test without the wires.

How many spark plugs does a Honda CB750 need?

Use one test lead in each of the spark plug wire connectors. You may have to wiggle them around to get them to a spot where you are getting a reading. Depending on the coil you should get a reading of 5Kohms to 20Kohms. I don’t have a manual with me so I will edit later for the actual cb750 specs. If you get no reading, the coil is bad.

What are the choke plates on a Honda CB750?

The fronts of the carbs have the silver-colored throttle plates (butterflies), and the rear of the carbs have the brass-colored choke plates. The round tops are called caps and the square bottoms are called bowls. Getting Started

How do you split a Honda CB750 bank?

Carefully unhook the small spring from the hook on the #3/4 choke shaft – it will unwind around the #1/2 shaft (t hat’s OK). Split the bank in half with 1&2 as one set and 3&4 as the other set.

Can you buy CB750 parts for only one bike?

Only shopping for one bike? Fine tune your Vintage CB750 parts shopping experience! Choose your bike from the list below, and we’ll only list parts that fit the exact model you choose. Can’t find your model in the list?

What to do with carbs on Honda cb750c?

If your bike has the vacuum-assisted petcock on it (AKA Spawn of Satan or SOS), remove it, but keep all the tubes connected to it. Start with the carbs facing down – smaller diameter ends on the table, and choke plates facing you.

What should primary resistance be on Honda CB 750?

PRIMARY RESISTANCE Set the multimeter to measure ohms. Use one test lead on each of the small terminals that attach to the wiring harness. If using stock coils, you should get a reading of approx 5 ohms. If using DOHC or most aftermarket “hot” coils the reading should be about 3 ohms.

How can I check my Honda CB 750 Battery?

Use one meter to check the DC voltage across the battery terminals. For the other, you would use preferably an amp clamp on the + battery cable. This will show you the actual current that is being sent to the battery. There is a table in the service manual to check the actual charging output of the system using these two readings.

How old is a 1976 Honda CB 750?

1976 Honda Cb 750F, 1976 Honda CB750F Super Sport for sale. Great condition, runs extremely well. Well maintained and garage kept. Side covers are fragile for nearly 40 year old bike, but new covers included in purchase. New K&N pod filters included as well. Great classic bike. $3,500.00 1976 Honda CB 750 original condition with clear title.

What’s the price of a 1976 Honda 750 Super Sport?

1976 Honda CB750F Super Sport – Fires right up, runs and rides great, everything works, no leaks, tons of tread on tires, clean Illinois title. Ride it home today – $1500 cash OBO Keep it as-is with 40 years of awesome patina, restore it, or it would make an excellent cafe racer, brat style or bobber custom project.

When did the Honda CB750F Super Sport come out?

In 1983, taking sport design to a new level, Soichiro Honda introduced the VF750F—full of surprises, that man was.

When did the Honda CB750F get the F suffix?

Actually, the F suffix had originated in 1972 with the CB350F—F for four cylinders, so as not to be confused with the CB350K twins. But why did the twins get a K suffix, when the original K appeared on the 1969 CB750 four-banger? Never mind. The year 1975 saw the introduction of three F models, the 400F, the 550F and the 750F.