Clutch basket differences – Honda CX500, GL500, CDI and TI
“The Honda CX and GL 500cc range have different clutch baskets, and today we’re looking at some photos of the differences. Check them out!”
Honda CX GL
Honda CX GL
Honda CX GL
A closer look at the fuel petcock – Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650
“Need to know more about the fuel tank petcock or switch, like which way is off, which is on and which is reserve? Check it out here!”
Honda CX GL
How to remove the water pump cover – Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650
“Here’s how to remove the water pump or impeller cover on a Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650. Check it out!”
Honda CX GL
Piston and bore lubrication – Honda CX650, GL650
“The CX650 and GL650 have a feature that the CX500 and GL500 lack; additional piston and bore lubrication channels. Find out about them here!”
Honda CX GL
How does the starter clutch work? Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650
“Wondering how the starter or sprag clutch works and where it is on the Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650? Find out here!”
Honda CX GL
How to replace the rear engine cover – Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650
“Here’s how to replace the rear engine cover on your Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650 etc. – check it out!”
Parts Manual
1981 Honda GL500 Silverwing Interstate Parts List Manual PDF Download
“Looking for the parts manual for a Honda GL500 Silverwing Interstate? You’ll find one here!”
Honda CX GL
How to turn the motor over by hand – Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650
“There are plenty of reasons why you might need to turn the motor over by hand – to check for a seized motor, to adjust your valve gaps, to set the timing on a TI bike and more. Here’s how to do it.”
Honda CX GL
How to replace the camshaft tacho drive cover gasket, oil seal and O-ring – Honda CX500, GL500, CX400, GL400
“Here’s how to replace the oil seal, O-ring and gasket on the camshaft holder – or tacho drive – of a Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650 motorcycle. Check it out!”
Honda CX GL
How to assess the cam chain – Honda CX500, GL500 with manual tensioners
“It’s very important to know how your cam chain is going on a Honda CX500 or GL500 – here’s an article showing you how to assess the life left in your manually-tensioned chain complete with photos. Check it out!”