Honda CX 400-500-650: Service and Repair Manuals

Honda CX 500, CX 650 / GL 500, GL 650 - V-Twins 497 cc, 673 cc (1978-1986) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Owners Workshop Manual on the Honda motorcycles:
- CX500 (497 cc, 1978-1982), CX500 (497 cc, 1978-1979, USA), CX500C (497 cc, 1981-1982), CX500C (497 cc, 1979-1982, USA), CX500D (497 cc, 1979-1981, USA), CX500E (497 cc, 1982-1983), G L500 (497 cc, 1981-1982, USA)
- GL500D (497 cc, 1982-1983), GL5001 (497 cc, 1981-1982, USA)
- CX650C (673 cc, 1983, USA), CX650E (673 cc, 1983-1986)
- GL650 (673 cc, 1983, USA), GL650D2 (673 cc, 1984-1986), GL6501 (673 cc, 1983, USA).

This Haynes manual on the Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 and GL650 provides photos and detailed step-by-step instructions for maintenance and repair of the V-2 engine, the clutch and the gearbox.
The cooling system, fuel system, ignition, exhaust, steering, suspension, brakes, final drive and electrical system are also described.

• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, adjustment data, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Honda CX 500 & CX 650 / GL 500 & GL 650 Twins (1978-1983) | Clymer Service and Repair Manual

Clymer Manual for maintenance and repair of the Honda motorcycles:
- CX 500 (1978), CX500 Custom and Deluxe (1979-1982)
- GL 500 Interstate (1981-1982), GL 500 (1981-1982)
- CX 650C (1983)
- GL 650 Interstate (1983), GL 650 (1983).

This Clymer workshop manual on the Honda CX500, CX650, GL500 and GL650 2-cylinder motorcycles describes maintenance and repair of the engine, clutch and transmission, the fuel and exhaust systems, the electrical system and the cooling system.
Also covers the front suspension and steering system, the rear suspension and drivetrain, the brakes and the frame.

• Step-by-step instructions, many photos and drawings.
• Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.

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How to restore: Honda CX500 & CX650 (1978-1983) - Your step-by-step colour illustrated guide to complete restoration (Enthusiast's Restoration Manual)

When Honda released the CX500, the sales brochure stated 'First into the Future,' and described the bike as a road sports V-twin. Honda's first venture into the V-twin engine market, with water cooling and shaft drive, was certainly different from their previous twin- and four-cylinder models.
Known for its good handling and fuel economy, the low maintenance Honda was comfortable, loved by tourers and couriers alike and, after overcoming early teething troubles, developed a reputation for reliability. Sportier models incorporating turbochargers were also released, for those looking for an additional adrenaline rush.

After thirty years, there's now a resurgence of interest in the CX models, both from restorers and custom builders, with aftermarket café racer kits available, too.
The techniques, tips and tricks used by an experienced restorer will save you time and money.
You'll see that you don't need expert knowledge or a fully fitted workshop for a restoration project. Packed full with photographs and detailed instructions, this book is your perfect guide, from start to finish.

Covers the period 1978-1983, and the following models:
- CX500, GL500, CX500 Delux, CX500 Custom CX500 EC Sport (Euro Sport), CX500 Turbo
- CX650, GL650 Silver Wing , CX500 Custom CX500 ED Sport (Euro Sport), CX650 Turbo
- CX400, GL400

Yamaha XS 500 / Honda CX 400, CX 500, CX 650, GL 500, GL 650 | Revue Moto Technique RMT 39.1

Workshop manual from the French series Revue Moto Technique (RMT 39). Describes maintenance and repair of the:
- Yamaha XS 500
- Honda CX 400, CX 400C, CX 400E
- Honda CX 500, CX 500C, CX 500E
- Honda GL 500D
- Honda CX 650E
- Honda GL 650 D2.

• This French repair manual on Honda CX400, CX500, CX650, GL500, GL650 / Yamaha XS500 motorcycles contains extensive chapters about the engine (including the carburettor or injection system, fuel system, cooling, lubrication and ignition), clutch and gearbox, the electrical system with the starter motor and alternator.
• Also work on the front fork, steering column, suspension and brakes is covered in detail.
• Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.

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Honda CX 500, CX 650 E/C / GL 500, GL 650 (1978-1984) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung on Honda motorcycles:
- CX 500 E and CX 500 C
- CX 650 E and CX 650 C
- GL 500
- GL 650.

Engines: 500 and 650 cc, V-2, 4-stroke, 4 valves.

Production years: 1978-1984.

This Bucheli manual on Honda CX500 E/C, CX650 E/C, GL500 and GL650 motorcycles describes extensively work on the V-2 engine (block, cylinder head, fuel system, ignition, electric components, intake and exhaust).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, drivetrain, suspension, front and rear brakes.

• Complete with technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Honda CX 500 - V-2 (1978-1983) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung on the Honda CX 500 (V-2 engine).

Production years: 1978-1983.

This Bucheli manual on Honda CX500 motorcycles describes extensively work on the V-2 engine (block, cylinder head, fuel system, ignition, electric components, intake and exhaust).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, drivetrain, suspension, front and rear brakes.

• Complete with technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Honda CX 500 (ab 1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung on Honda CX 500 and CX 500 C motorcycles.

Production years: since 1980.

This Bucheli manual on Honda CX 500 motorcycles describes extensively work on the engine (block, cylinder head, fuel system, ignition, electric components, intake and exhaust).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, drivetrain, suspension, front and rear brakes.

• Complete with technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear wiring diagrams.
• Reprint of the 3rd edition (1983).

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