1979-1980 Honda CBX1050/1000 Shop Manual

1979–1980 Honda CBX1050 and CBX1000 Factory Service Manual

• Covers 1979–1980 Honda CBX1050 and CBX1000, including the legendary air-cooled vertical parallel six-cylinder Super Sport variant
• Official Honda publication 6142202, revised March 1979 edition
• Contains 80+ high-resolution illustrations, exploded-view schematics for the six-carburetor assembly, and detailed electrical wiring diagrams
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• Indexed PDF search covers every chapter and appendix
• This specific edition provides the factory-prescribed baseline tuning data for the 1979–1980 CBX launch units, including the specific carburetor synchronization sequence required for the six-cylinder configuration

Technical Documentation Scope

The 1979–1980 Honda CBX1050 and CBX1000 service manual provides authoritative documentation across twenty-two distinct sections. This publication details the general inspection and maintenance cycles, lubrication systems including the oil cooler, and internal engine operations. The documentation covers the top-end service requirements for the DOHC 4-valve cylinder head, fuel system calibration for the VB60A carburetors, and electrical component troubleshooting for the transistorized ignition system. Chassis sections include deep-dives into the hydraulic disc brake systems, swing arm suspension, and steering head bearing adjustment procedures.

Specification Highlights

This manual provides comprehensive reference values for the 1979–1980 Honda CBX1050. Valve clearance for the intake and exhaust is specified at 0.08 mm (0.003 in) in the cylinder head specification table. Compression pressure for the vertical six-cylinder engine is documented at 12 kg/cm² (170 psi). The 1979–1980 Honda CBX1050 engine oil capacity is 4.0 liters at oil change intervals, with 5.5 liters required at engine assembly. Consult what an OEM service publication covers for additional clarity on standard factory documentation. An official 100-page Honda OEM shop manual covering the 1979–1980 Honda CBX1050 and CBX1000, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and carburetor specifications for the CBX series.