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How to Troubleshoot a Honda Valkyrie

The Honda Valkyrie is a Harley Davidson-style pan-head cruiser motorcycle manufactured from 1997 to 2003. The cycles continue to be valued by collectors and enthusiasts for their vintage-style design coupled with modern manufacturing techniques and components. There are a few known issues with the Valkyrie line of cycles that can be solved by a series of troubleshooting steps.

Instructions

1

Ride at speed in a low-traffic area and listen for grinding or clanking noises from the front or rear wheels, especially during weight-shifting periods such as bumps or potholes. Such sounds, or a clunking or grinding sensation in the cycles ride, indicate deterioration in the cycles ball bearings, which must be fixed by a qualified mechanic.

2

Open the drive unit at the bottom of the engine near the rear tire using a wrench. Drain the fluid from the drive and replace with 100 percent synthetic engine oil to improve engine temperature and smoothness. Grease the splines inside the unit with drive grease.

3

Pry the starter switch with a straight screwdriver until the switch sits flush with the starter mechanism to fix non-starting or engine-kill problems.

4

Unscrew the bolt linking the battery cable to the engine frame using a wrench. Check that the cable is clean and not frayed then reattach securely, making sure the cable is securely fastened to the frame and making a clean connection.

5

Check that the fuel switch is set to "Off" when not riding the bike. Failure to set the switch correctly can result in starting problems that must be addressed by a dealer.

6

Tighten the bolt running from the engine to the horn-sounding mechanism to reduce rattling sounds in the engine. Use a wrench to fasten the bolt extremely securely, so no rattling is possible.

7

Run the engine for five to 10 minutes and loosen the lectors from either side of the engine using a screwdriver or putty knife. Tighten the fasteners on the back of the lectors with an Allen key and push back into place.

8

Tighten the header nuts at the exhaust port with a torque wrench to reduce rattling sounds from the nuts. Do not tighten past 7 foot-pounds or the exhaust manifold can be damaged.

9

Consult a registered Honda dealer if you suspect issues pertaining to bearings or housing, loose lights or turn signals, starter switch, leaking or loose fuel or coolant tanks, frayed or unresponsive tires or any other issues not covered above. Such issues are best fixed by registered professionals and may well be covered by the bikes extended warranty.

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