Valve Adjustment on a Honda VTX - More Low End Torque

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Valve Adjustment on a Honda VTX - More Low End Torque

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In this video I adjust the valves on my 2004 Honda VTX. This is a series of 4 videos so if you want to check out how I removed the tank, watch this first video - • This MOD Made My VTX 1...
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This is video 3 out of 4 of this maintenance stream I did on my VTX 1800. Check out the other three videos:
Desmog - • This MOD Made My VTX 1...
Ground Fix - • Honda VTX Ground Wire ...
Coolant Flush - • Coolant Flush on a 200...
These are the tools and parts that I used, with the exception of the gasket that didn't work and I had to make my own:
Tappet Adjuster - www.amazon.com...
Dialtetric grease - www.amazon.com...
22 Blade feeler gauge - www.autozone.c...
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Disclaimer
The information contained in this video is provided "as is", and should be used for directional purposes. Always follow safety procedures and understand the legal implications of any modifications you might make to your vehicle. Several factors beyond my control might change the information provided in this video. I do my best to provide the most accurate and complete information possible, however, I shall not take any liability for property damage and injury occurred as a result of any information contained in this video. Use it at your own risk. No information contained in this video shall create any implied or expressed warranty, or liability.

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@jamesvehlewald2401 19 күн бұрын

Will do mine this winter. 2003, not been adjusted once. I'm sure it needs it, did hear some clicking on hot day ride. Runs like a top besides that! Thank you!

@terrypasquali1 3 жыл бұрын

Just did my desmog and valve adjust on my 2006 vtx800 r with 14500 miles. Thanks for all the good info and links, it helped a lot. I too experienced more low end power and a different and louder exhaust sound. I don't know if this was the result of the desmog or valve,adjust. The intakes were just a little off.

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Terry Pasquali I think it was. Sounds better now, right?

@rodneyemmerich8828 3 жыл бұрын

Great bike to work on. Nice old school technology

@soylentgreen2065 3 жыл бұрын

Super series of videos. I just used you desmog video as a guide for desmogging my vtx 1800 this morning. Thank you!!

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! Make sure you subscribe, if you haven't because I will have several other videos coming out on the VTX.

@southside1975 3 жыл бұрын

Once you get the valve adjusted rotate the motor to lock valve then tighten and remove guage.that way it is perfect and doesn't move.

@masterroshi23 2 жыл бұрын

I do have a gorgeous Black wife also!!! She gives me so much love on 3th gear , that I can't not explain

@dcfgarage Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@MrPQG123 4 жыл бұрын

Well made! Beats paying Honda dealer $450 any day!

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Quinn Greaves thanks! I completely agree

@danbuss7687 4 ай бұрын

were can i buy the valve tappet adjuster tool -- 10 milimeter offset (scrench ) with the 4mm driver) tool

@greggc8088 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of adjusting the valves on my 03. If they are anything like the Honda car engines, they're probably too tight. Really hate to get in there and find out it was a waste though. Anyone seen any tighten up?

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Mine had a gap

@BerserkerNick 2 жыл бұрын

Where does the crankshaft need to be lined up for adjusting the valves on the rear cylinder?

@dcfgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Same place. There's an RT mark

@Esloveno 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question. I saw everywhere that the intake valve should be adjusted to 0,06 but in your video you show 0,04. Is there a reason why?

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

The repair manual says that the gap for the intake valves should be 0.005 +-0.001 and the exhaust 0.013 +-001. I decided to go with 0.004 so it takes a bit more time until they start making noise again.

@Esloveno 3 жыл бұрын

I have a VTX 1300 and it says 6 +- 1... so i can go directly to 5?

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

@@Esloveno Mine is a 1800. you can go to 0.005. Just make sure the feeler gauge comes out without too much drag

@xman354 2 жыл бұрын

Can I assume that the exhaust valve on the front cylinder is adjusted at the same time as the intake valves while on the 'FT' mark at TDC compression stroke? Also the same for the rear cylinder on the 'RT' mark on the compression stroke at TDC? Great video. Thanks

@dcfgarage 2 жыл бұрын

At TDC, all valves should be closed at the cylinder

@xman354 2 жыл бұрын

@@dcfgarage thank you for your prompt reply.

@adrianopinto1868 4 жыл бұрын

very good video help me a lot

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Adriano Pinto Thanks for liking the video and subscribing!

@markoc5156 Жыл бұрын

Would like to thank you for your video, can't get to a dealer for 6 weeks and just ordered everything to get this job done on my vtx 1800. Have worked on ny own bikes for years, self taught through people like yourself and manuals. Would you be able to add subtitles or information and tips on what you were doing while putting everything back together? Must be a bit slow and got a bit lost at the end. Don't mean to add it now, just in other videos for the less mechanically inclined like me. Thanks again, this video was really well made.

@dcfgarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@suntzuwarsword1964 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir..awesome video

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I will publish the two remaining videos for the ground fix and the coolant flush soon.

@terrypasquali1 3 жыл бұрын

PS I found rotten fuel lines while doing the valve adjust and replaced them. They could have caused a real bad day as they are laying right on top of the engine!

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Terry Pasquali It could have caught fire. Thank God you found it.

@nes286 Жыл бұрын

Thank you great explanation 👍

@gregmeeks2753 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU.

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Don’t forget to subscribe

@gregmeeks2753 3 жыл бұрын

@@dcfgarage i did...just picked up a 2002 vtx 1800c

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

@@gregmeeks2753 congratulations!

@gregmeeks2753 3 жыл бұрын

@@dcfgarage im trying to find your desmog video now......but every time i click on ome of your videos i get side tracked ....lol. great videos! keep up the good work sir !

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

@@gregmeeks2753 here it goes - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ituBitdlnKmXiJs.html The title is "This MOD Made My VTX 1800 Run So Much Better!". I have more coming out soon!

@markeez2373 4 жыл бұрын

How many miles does your wife have on the bike? I have an 08 with 8500 miles. Manual says You should adjust at 8000? Because they could possibly be to tight by then? Just trying to figure out if I should do it or not? I already had the tank off a few times already for de smog and anti-freeze flush. I did those other jobs, this one is intimidating me.

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Markee z If you have wrenching skills, you should be fine. Just take it slowly. Our bike has 22k. The first adjustment is the most important. If you already done the first adjustment after new, you should be good at least until 15 k

@brandonsmith3542 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2003 1800C. It only has 4,900 miles, but it sounds kind of loud. Is there anyway the valves would need to be adjusted already?

@SpankinMyDough 2 жыл бұрын

I have my engine pulled. I’ve asked around and had a few mechanics give me some advice with no luck. Burned up 2 quarts of coolant in about 70 miles. Coolant drops into crank case and steams out of the crank breather I installed into my front cylinder. Very tiny amount is in the oil but it’s hard to even see it in there. Gaskets we’re good. Heads and cylinders look fine. I’m curious if maybe something is warped or if you had any ideas, thanks. Heads were worked on in the past for more power, cylinders bored to 2000cc at a shop. Performance cams/pistons etc.

@koreyhannan9071 11 ай бұрын

Figure it out?

@josesantoshernandes5881 2 жыл бұрын

Tengo una pregunta ese ajuste se le ase con la moto en neutral o en velocidad

@dcfgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Neutro

@jimd7241 4 жыл бұрын

Do you agree with 13ft lbs of torque on the reinstall of spark plugs on the 1800 vtx

@jimd7241 4 жыл бұрын

Reinstall.... NOT new install seating the crush washer/seal Thanks

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Jim D Exactly. As long as it’s reinstall, it’s enough torque to keep it in place and not damage the aluminum threads. If it’s a new plug, you need to snug by hand, then turn half a turn with the wrench to crush the washer, then torque to 13 ftlbs

@markeez2373 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I would have seen your video 1st I cut my tie wrap because I didnt know in was reusable. :(

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Markee z :(

@indigo196799 Жыл бұрын

When you adjust the clearance, you allowed +/- 1 thousandth. Is it à good idea to adjust on the tighter side expecting the gap will get more loose?

@dcfgarage Жыл бұрын

That's a bad idea. if you do that, you'll have premature wear and it will make noise.

@Eagleburger90 27 күн бұрын

As the valve seat wears the clearance gets smaller until they no longer close.

@Giitzerland Жыл бұрын

You should never have to gap these plugs, if they're out of range, they need replaced, but that's rare.

@dcfgarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip

@zaccalvert719 3 жыл бұрын

How long does this normally take to do?

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

I took 3 hours because it was my first time and I measured everything 10 times and rechecked 15. An experienced tech could probably do this in one or less

@TuffEnuffIII 3 жыл бұрын

How many miles did this bike have on it?

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

22k miles

@prestonkirby4189 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2003 VTX 1300. I have gone through an unbelievable amount of trouble to get this blatty sound out of my pipes. It only does it when the engine is sustaining a steady RPM (holding 35 mph on level ground). All four spark plugs are black running rich. Puffs of black smoke, cleaned carb, sent to a shop, added baffles to V&H big shots, then rebuilt the carb, replaced air cutoff valve, and all jets. I’m about to test compression, valve adjustment, and check for air leaks. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

@prestonkirby4189 3 жыл бұрын

15,000 miles btw. I’ve decided to proceed with the valve adjustment just because it’s due anyway. Hopefully I found my answer in the comments section. Very helpful.

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Great to know

@gorgon9786 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! You could try some additive into the fuel,.. Like the stp injector cleaner,.. And run in 3-4 fillings.. The stuff is made for cars, but also worked great to my bike.

@Cris.Barros 4 жыл бұрын

Great vídeo! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@scottg429 2 жыл бұрын

The interval for valve adjustment should be based entirely on mileage right? I see no reason why time should be a factor

@dcfgarage Жыл бұрын

You're correct

@TheSouthernExperience 3 жыл бұрын

How long did it take you if you add in removing the tank.

@dcfgarage 3 жыл бұрын

It only takes 5-10 minutes to remove the tank. Make sure the gas level is low

@xman354 2 жыл бұрын

Where di you buy the valve adjustment tool? Thanks.

@dcfgarage 2 жыл бұрын

Amazon

@xman354 2 жыл бұрын

@@dcfgarage I am looking but cannot find it. Do you have a part number? Sorry but maybe it's there and I just can't see it. Thanks again

@danbuss7687 4 ай бұрын

@@xman354 did u find the tool i have been looking

@xman354 4 ай бұрын

@@danbuss7687 yes, I bought it from the dealer.

@PauloRicardo-fz9ws 4 жыл бұрын

Me disseram que voce entende Português:Voce entende de manutenção de uma 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe? A luz de injeção eletrônica esta acesa no painel e hoje uma outra luz acendeu(esta luz parece com a luz quando vc aciona o botão de tração de rodas), e se eu der uma arrancada muito forte de 1• p/ 2• o carro fica tipo engasgando(pulos...)

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Olá Paulo. A luz pode ser varias coisas. Pelo que vc está descrevendo, me parece misfire. As causas mais comuns sao velas gastas ou filtro de ar entupido. Da uma checada nas velas primeiro. O seu motor e o 4 cilindros?

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

@PauloRicardo-fz9ws 4 жыл бұрын

DCF GARAGE eu também acho que pode ser isso. Ele é um motor V6 3.3Lts. E agora pela manha ele nao quer nem pegar. Morreu na garagem

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Paulo Ricardo Eu sugiro vc comecar pelo basico. Checa as 3 velas da frente que sao faceis de acessar. Veja se estao carbonizadas, ou se tem mancha de oleo. Meça o gap da vela. Esse motor ele tem que ser .044 +-1. Se tiver menos de .043 ou mais de .045 e/ou carbonizadas, troca as 6 velas. Coloque velas de iridium que duram mais de 100 mil milhas. Se a vele tiver oleo, ai o problema e maior. Ou sao os anéis do pistão que estao gastos ou os retentores das válvulas. Nesse caso so abrindo o motor. Mas se vc trocar as velas vai melhorar por um tempo também.

@dcfgarage 4 жыл бұрын

Paulo Ricardo se as velas estiverem boas, aí sugiro tentar pegar emprestado em uma loja de autopeças um leitor obd2 pra vc ler qual e o código de erro do carro. Com o código de erro da pra pesquisar melhor. Os códigos de erro de misfire são os P0300. No caso de motor 6 cilindros vai P0301 a P0306. O último numero indica o cilindro.

@seleldjdfmn221 4 жыл бұрын

Great Content. Hope you're Staying safe. Can we be KZfaq friends? =O

@randy1991sami 2 жыл бұрын

2003 honda vtx 1800 injection...turn bike on runs smooth a minute after starts bogging and want ting to die, anyone else have this issue?

@dcfgarage 2 жыл бұрын

it can be many things... but check your fuel pressure regulator. They tend to go bad

@stevebankston7929 Жыл бұрын

definitely check the FPR! Mine was bad and caused the bike to get way too much fuel! I went from getting around 13 mpg to 52 mpg just by replacing the FPR and she is running so much better!

@danbuss7687 4 ай бұрын

@@stevebankston7929 what is the fFPR ??

@larrd9213 18 күн бұрын

@@danbuss7687 I believe FPR means fuel pressure regulator.