2002-2007 Honda CB900F / 919 / Hornet Service Manual
Honda Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Honda CB900F, 919, Hornet
Sub-models / Variants: California type, Except California type
Model Years: 2002–2007
Technical Data:
- Engine: 4-cylinder in-line, liquid-cooled, 919 cc, DOHC
- Fuel System: PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)
- Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
- Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
- Spark Plug: CR8EH-9 (Standard), CR9EH-9 (High speed)
- Engine Oil Capacity: 3.5 liters (after draining), 3.6 liters (filter change), 4.4 liters (disassembly)
- Coolant Capacity: 3.2 liters (radiator and engine), 0.8 liters (reserve tank)
- Idle Speed: 1,200 ± 100 rpm
Honda Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 2002–2007 Honda CB900F, 919, and Hornet motorcycles, including standard and California-specific fuel injection configurations.
- Official 432-page Honda Motor Co., Ltd. service publication (originally issued December 2001) providing baseline parameters for professional shop or owner service reference.
- Serves as the primary technical reference for the 919 model lineup, detailing the transition to PGM-FI electronic management systems.
- Includes 124 detailed illustrations, essential cable routing diagrams, and 4 pages of system-specific fault code diagnostic flow charts to accelerate workshop troubleshooting.
- Features 8 pages of comprehensive torque specifications essential for safe and accurate repair work.
Component and System Documentation
This manual delivers a complete technical breakdown of all core 919 motorcycle systems. Content ranges from heavy engine-out procedures to precise electrical diagnostics. Dedicated chapters map out the PGM-FI system, lubrication networks, and cooling passages, along with deep dives into the cylinder head, valve train, and starter clutch assemblies. Moving to the chassis, the text covers suspension geometry, body panel fitment, and hydraulic brake maintenance. Servicing pressurized fuel systems or hydraulic brakes carries inherent physical risks, meaning technicians must utilize appropriate protective gear and follow standard workshop safety protocols at all times. Finally, the electrical section outlines ignition, starting, and lighting system fault isolation, providing the parameters necessary for any complex electrical repair.
Specification and Reference Data
Accurate reference data is the foundation of any successful workshop operation. This document provides the high-depth specifications required for exact component identification and service. For standard fluid changes, engine oil capacity is documented at 3.6 liters, while the combined radiator and engine cooling system holds 3.2 liters. Mechanical adjustments rely on precise factory figures: the throttle grip free play is set at 2–4 mm, and intake valve clearance sits at a strict 0.16 ± 0.03 mm. When handling engine assembly, technicians can reference critical values like the 48 Nm cylinder head bolt torque. Electrical system health is verified using listed ignition coil resistance values and pulse generator peak voltage thresholds. These exact OEM parameters ensure every maintenance task meets original factory standards.
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