Honda Interceptor 2014 User Manual

Caring for Your Motorcycle
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Caring for Your Motorcycle
Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to
ensure the life of your Honda. A clean
motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential
problems.
In particular, seawater and salts used to prevent
ice on roads promote the formation of
corrosion. Always wash your motorcycle
thoroughly after riding on coastal or treated
roads.
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
high-temperature parts to cool before washing.
1. Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a
garden hose to remove loose dirt.
2. If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel
with mild cleaner to remove road grime.
u Clean the windscreen, headlight lens,
panels, and other plastic components with
extra care to avoid scratching them.
Avoid directing water into the air cleaner,
muffler, and electrical parts.
3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty
of clean water and dry with a soft, clean
cloth.
4. After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
moving parts.
u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the
brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads, drum or
shoes contaminated with oil will suffer
greatly reduced braking effectiveness and
can lead to a crash.
5. Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
u Avoid products that contain harsh
detergents or chemical solvents. These can
damage the metal, paint, and plastic on
your motorcycle.
Keep the wax clear of the tires and brakes.
u If your motorcycle has any matte painted
parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the
matte painted surface.
Washing

Honda Interceptor 2014 Specifications

General

Displacement	782cc
Bore x Stroke	72mm x 48mm
Compression Ratio	11.8:1
Ignition	Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	O-ring-sealed chain
Front Tire	120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear Tire	180/55ZR-17 radial
Rake (Caster Angle)	25.5 degrees
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
Fuel System	PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit
Rear Suspension	Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload adjustability
Front Brake	Dual 310mm discs
Rear Brake	Single 256mm disc
Curb Weight	529 pounds
Valve Train	DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery	PGM-FI
Wheelbase (Alternative)	55.5 inches
Front Suspension (Alternative)	41mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.7 inches travel
Rear Suspension (Alternative)	Pro-Link single shock
Trail	98mm (3.9 inches)