Honda Interceptor 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. Stop the engine. Place the transmission in
Neutral.
2. Place your motorcycle on the side stand
on a level surface.
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 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)