1983-1985 Honda VT700C & VT750C Shadow Shop Manual (P/N 61914-MG2-000)
Honda Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Honda VT700C, Honda VT750C
Sub-models / Variants: Shadow, California Model, '83 model, '84 model, '85 model
Model Years: 1983–1985
Serial Numbers: Beginning F NO. RC140-DM000018, E NO. RC14E 200027
Technical Data:
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Engine type: Water-cooled 4-stroke SOHC V-twin
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Displacement: 694.5 cc (After '83), 749.5 cc ('83 model)
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Transmission: 5-speed with overdrive
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Compression ratio: 9.6:1 (After '83), 9.8:1 ('83 model)
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Final drive: Shaft drive
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Battery capacity: 12V-18Ah
Honda Manual Features & Content Preview
- Applies to the 1983–1985 Honda VT700C and VT750C Shadow motorcycles, documenting the 694.5 cc and 749.5 cc V-twin engines.
- Official Honda Motor Co., Ltd. publication, issued September 1984 (Part number 61914-MG2-000).
- Contains 24 technical chapters, including detailed exploded-view assembly diagrams for the engine, cooling system, and clutch hydraulics.
Manual Contents
This 333-page OEM resource delivers essential technical data and assembly schematics for the '83–'85 Shadow lineup. Core topics range from general vehicle identification and routine maintenance schedules to fuel system calibration. The electrical sections supply diagnostic data for the ignition, starter, and charging components, while the chassis chapters cover suspension, brakes, and final drive gear service.
Always ensure the motorcycle is securely supported on a lift and the engine is completely cool before beginning any inspection or routine maintenance outlined in the text.
Specification Highlights
To support accurate servicing, the manual logs critical factory measurements. Key data points include:
- Engine oil capacity: 3.0 liters (after draining)
- Spark plug gap: 0.8–0.9 mm
- Cooling system capacity: 2.1 liters
This factory workshop documentation also lists precise torque values for engine hangers, exhaust joints, and clutch components, serving as a comprehensive reference for preserving these classic V-twin cruisers.
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