Honda CTX700N 2014 User Manual

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Maintenance
Drive Chain
Inspecting the Drive Chain
Slack
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
1. Place your motorcycle on the side stand
on a level surface.
2. Stop the engine, place the gear in Neutral.
3. Check the slack in the lower half of the
drive chain midway between the
sprockets.
u Do not ride your motorcycle if the slack
exceeds 1 15/16 in (50 mm).
4. Roll the motorcycle forward and check
that the chain moves smoothly.
Drive chain slack:
1 to 1 3/8 in (25 to 35 mm)

Honda CTX700N 2014 Specifications

General

Engine Type	670cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin
Bore x Stroke	73.0mm x 80.0mm
Compression Ratio	10.7:1
Induction	PGM-FI with 36mm throttle body
Ignition	Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Transmission	Six-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Brake	Single 320mm disc with two-piston caliper
Rear Brake	Single 240mm disc with single-piston caliper
Front Tire	120/70-17
Rear Tire	160/60-17
Seat Height	28.3 inches
Fuel Capacity	3.17 gallons
Curb Weight	478 pounds
Front Suspension	41mm fork; 4.3 inches travel
Rear Suspension	Pro-Link single shock, 4.3 inches travel
Trail	4.3 inches