THIS IS A OWNERS MANUAL FOR A HONDA CT110 SERIES

MOTORCYCLE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS IS THE CLOSEST

THING TO THE HARDKNOCK BOBBER. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY INACCURACIES IN THIS MANUAL NOR MISUSE OR NON
MAINTENANCE DONE ON YOUR BIKE. PLEASE READ WITH CARE
AND USE COMMON SENSE. THANKS AND ENJOY YOUR
HARDKNOCK BOBBER.

ENGINE OIL
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level each day before riding the motorcycle. The level must be maintained between
the upper (2) and lower (3) marks on the dipstick (1).
1. tart the engine and let it idle for a few minutes.
2. top the engine and hold the motorcycle in an upright position on firm! level ground.
3. "fter a few minutes! remove the oil filler cap#dipstick! wipe it clean! and reinsert the dipstick
without screwing it in. The oil level should be between the upper and lower marks on the
dipstick.
$. %f re&uired! add the specified oil up to the upper level mark. 'o not overfill.
(. )einstall the oil filler cap#dipstick! check for oil leaks.
CAUTION
Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage.
TYRES
*roper air pressure will provide ma+imum stability! riding comfort and tire life. Check tire pressure
fre&uently and ad,ust if necessary.
NOTE
Tire ressure should !e checked !efore "ou ride while the t"res are cold.
elect the right replacement tire in accordance with the following specifications-
Cold tire
pressures k*a ( kg#cm
2
! psi )
.ront- 1/( ( 1./(! 2( )
)ear - 22( ( 2.2(! 33 )
Tire si0e
.ront- 2./( 1 1/ $1*
)ear - 2./( 1 1/ $1*
Check the tires for cuts! embedded nails! ore other sharp ob,ects. ee your authori0ed 2onda 'ealer for
replacement of damaged tires or punctured inner tubes.
#ARNIN$ %o not attemt to atch a damaged tire or inner tu!e. #heel !alance
and tire relia!ilit" ma" !e imaired.
Imroer tire inflation will cause a!normal tread wear and create a
safet" ha&ard. Under inflation ma" result in the tire sloing on' or
coming off of the rim causing tire deflation that ma" result in a loss of
vehicle control.
Oeration with e(cessivel" worn tire is ha&ardous and will adversel"
affect traction and handling.


O)ERATION
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
#ARNIN$ If the )re*ride Insection is not erformed' serious damage or an accident
ma" result.
%nspect your motorcycle every day before you ride it. The items listed here will only take a few minutes
to check! and in the long run they can save time! e+pense and possibly you life.
1. Engine oil level 1 add engine oil if re&uired. Check for leaks.
2. +uel level 1 fill the fuel tank when necessary. Check for leaks.
3. ,rakes 1 check operation. "d,ust free play if necessary.
$. T"res 1 check condition and pressure.
(. %rive chain 1 check condition and slack. "d,ust and lubricate if necessary.
3. Throttle 1 check for smooth opening and full closing in all steering positions.
/. Lights 1 check that headlight! tail#brake light! turn signals! indicators.
4. Engine sto switch 1 check for proper function.
5. ,atter" electrol"te 1 check the level and add if necessary
Correct any discrepancy before you ride. Contact your authori0ed 2onda dealer for assistance if you
cannot correct the problem.


-tarting )rocedure
Cold !"#!
1. )aise the choke lever (1) to .ully 67 (").
2. 6pen the throttle slightly and operate the kick starter with the right foot! starting from the top of
the stroke and following through to the bottom with a rapid and continuous kick.
CAUTION %o not allow the kick starter to sna !ack freel" against the edal sto
as engine case damage could result.
3. 8arm up the engine at appro+. 1!(99 rpm until it runs smoothly with the choke lever .ully 6..
(:).
-tarting in E(tremel" Cold #eather
*rime the engine before starting by cranking the engine several times with the kick starter. The ignition
switch should be 6..! the choke lever .ully 67 (") and the throttle opened slightly.
+looded Engine
%f the engine fails to start after several repeated attempts! it may have become flooded with e+cess
fuel. To clear the engine! turn off the engine stop switch and lower the choke lever to .ully 6.. (:).
6pen the throttle fully and crank the engine several times with the kick starter. Turn the engine stop
switch to );7 and open the throttle slightly< start the engine using the kick starter.
RUNNING-IN
'uring the first 1!999 km ( 399 miles ) ! do not operate the motorcycle at more than 49 = of the
ma+imum speed in any gear. " void full throttle operation! and do not operate for a long time at one
speed. 'uring initial running in! newly machined surfaces will be in contact with each other and these
surfaces will wear in &uickly. )unning1in >aintenance at 1!999 km ( 399 miles ) is designed to
compensate for this initial minor wear. Timely performance of the running1in maintenance will ensure
optimum service life and performance from the engine.


.AINTENANCE
8hen service is re&uired! remember that your authori0ed 2onda dealer knows your motorcycle
best and is fully e&uipped to maintain and repair it. The scheduled maintenance may also be
performed by a &ualified service facility that normally does this kind of work< or you may
perform most of the work yourself it you are mechanically &ualified and have the proper tools
and service data.
These instructions are based on the assumption that the motorcycle will be used e+clusively for
its designed purpose. ustained high speed operation! or operation in unusually wet or dusty
conditions! will re&uire more fre&uent service than specified in the >"%7T?7"7C? C2?';@?.
Consult your authori0ed 2onda dealer for recommendations applicable to you individual needs
and use.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The following items re&uire some mechanical knowledge. Certain items ( particularly those markedA
andAA ) may re&uire more technical information and tools. Consult your authori0ed 2onda 'ealer.
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NOTE 1. -ervice more fre1uentl" when riding in unusuall" wet or dust" areas.
2. -ervice more fre1uentl" when riding O++*ROA%.
3. At higher odometer readings' reeat at the fre1uenc" interval esta!lished
here.


MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
#ARNIN$ If "our motorc"cle is overturned or involved in a collision' insect
control levers' ca!le' accessories' and other vital arts for damage. %o
not ride the motorc"cle if damage imairs sage oeration. 2ave "our
authori&ed 2onda dealer insect the ma3or comonents' including
frame' susension and steering arts' for misalignment and damage
that "ou ma" not !e a!le to detect.
-to the engine and suort the motorc"cle securel" on a firm' level
surface !efore erforming an" maintenance.
Use new' genuine 2onda arts or their e1uivalent for maintenance and
reair. )arts which are not of e1uivalent 1ualit" ma" imair the safet"
of "our motorc"cle.


AIR CLEANER
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )
The air cleaner should be serviced at regular intervals. 8hen riding in dusty areas! more fre&uent
service may be necessary.
1. )emove the wing nut (1) ! washer and air cleaner tube clamp screw (2) ! then remove the air
cleaner tube and air cleaner housing cover.
2. ;nsecure the mounting plate bolt (3) and remove the mounting plate ($) .
3. *ull out the air cleaner (() .
$. 8ash the air cleaner in non1flammable or high flash point solvent and let it dry thoroughly.
#ARNIN$ Never use etrol or low flash oint solvents for cleaning the air cleaner.
A fire or e(losion could result.
(. oak the air cleaner in gear oil ( "? 49 1 59 ) and s&uee0e out the e+cess.
3. %nstall the removed parts in the reverse order of disassembly.
ENGINE OIL
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )
Engine Oil
Dood engine oil has many desirable &ualities. ;se only high detergent! &uality motor oil certified on the
container to meet or e+ceed re&uirements for service ? or .. %t is not necessary to use additives.
V#$%o$#&'(
Iiscosity grade of engine oil should be based on average atmospheric temperature in your riding area.
The following provides a guide to the selection of the proper grade or viscosity of oil to be used at
various atmospheric temperatures.
Oil Change
?ngine oil &uality is the chief factor affecting engine service life. Change the engine oil as specified in
the maintenance schedule.
NOTE Change engine oil with the engine at normal oerating temerature and the
motorc"cle in an uright osition to assure comlete and raid draining.
1. )emove the oil filler cap#dipstick (1) and drain plug (2) to drain the oil.
#ARNIN$ A warmed*u engine and the oil in it are hot4 !e careful not to !urn
"ourself.
2. 8ith the ignition switch 6..! operate the kick starter several times to drain any oil which may be
left in the engine.
3. Check that the sealing washer on the drain plugs is in good condition and install the plug.
)eplace the sealing washer every other time the oil is changed! or each time if necessary.
$. .ill the crankcase with the recommended grade oil< appro+imately-
5.6 L 7 8.5 U- 1t' 5.9 Im 1t : .
(. %nstall the oil filler cap#dipstick.
3. tart the engine and let it idle for a 213 minutes.
/. top the engine and check that the oil level is at the upper level mark on the dipstick with the
motorcycle up light on firm! level ground. >ake sure there are no oil leaks.
NOTE )lease disose of used engine oil in a manner that is comati!le with the
environment. #e suggest "ou take it in a sealed container to "our local
service station for reclamation. %o not throw it in the ru!!ish or our it on the
ground.
#ARNIN$ Used engine oil ma" cause skin cancer if reeatedl" left in contact with the
skin for rolonged eriods. Although this is unlikel" unless "ou handle used oil
on a dail" !asis' it is still advisa!le to thoroughl" wash "our hands with soa
and water as soon as ossi!le after handling used oil.
SPARK PLUG
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )

1. 'isconnect the spark plug caps from the spark plug.
2. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base. )emove the spark plug using the plug wrench
furnished in the tool kit.
3. %nspect the electrodes and center porcelain for deposits! erosion or carbon fouling. %f the erosion
or deposit is heavy! replace the plug. Clean a carbon or wet1fouled plug with a plug cleaner!
otherwise use a wire brush.
$. Check the spark plug gap (1) using a wire type feeler gauge. %f ad,ustment is necessary! bend
the side electrode (2) carefully.
The gap should be -
5.; * 5.< mm 7 5.5=> * 5.5=9 in :
>ake sure the plug washer is in good condition.
(. 8ith the plug washer attached! thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading.
3. Tighten a new spark plug 1#2 turn with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer. %f you are
reusing a plug! it should only take 1#4 1 1#$ turn after the plug seat.
/. )einstall the spark plug cap.
CAUTION The sark lug must !e securel" tightened. An imroerl" tightened lug
can !ecome ver" hot and ossi!l" damage the engine.
Never use a sark lug with an imroer heat range. -ever engine
damage could result.



VALVE CLEARANCE
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )
?+cessive valve clearance will cause noise! and little or no clearance will prevent the valve from closing
and cause valve damage and power loss. Check valve clearance at the specified intervals.
CAUTION Checking or ad3usting of valve clearance should !e erformed while the engine
is cold. The clearance will change as the engine temerature rises.
1. )emove the crankshaft hole cap and timing mark hole cap.
2. )emove the valve ad,uster covers.
3. )otate the crankshaft counterclockwise and align the T mark (1) with the inde+ mark (2). >ake
sure the piston is at the top of the compression stroke by ,iggling the rocker arms with your
fingers. %f they are free! the piston is at the top of the compression stroke. %f they are tight!
rotate the crankshaft 339L and re1align the marks.
$. Check the clearance by inserting the feeler gauge (3) between the valve ad,usting screw ($) and
valve stem.
NOTE #hen checking the clearance' slide the feeler gauge from the inside out.
-tandard clearance?
In. 5.5@ mm 7 5.55= in :
E(. 5.5@ mm 7 5.55= in :
Ad3ust !" loosening the lock nut 7@: and turning the ad3usting screw 7>:
until there is a slight drag on the feeler gauge. After tightening the lock nut
7@:' recheck the clearance.
(. %nstall all parts in the revers order of disassembly.
THROTTLE OPERATION
()efer to the maintenance precaution.)
1. Check for smooth rotation of the throttle grip from the fully open to the fully closed position at
both full steering positions.
2. >easure the throttle grip free play at the throttle grip flange. The standard free play should be
appro+-
A * @ mm 7 5.8= * 5.=5 in :
To ad,ust he play ! loosen the lock nut (1) and turn the ad,uster (2).
IDLE SPEED
()efer to the maintenance precaution.)
The engine must be at normal operating temperature for accurate idle speed ad,ustment. Ten minutes
of stop1and1go riding is sufficient.
NOTE %o not attemt to comensate for faults in other s"stems !" ad3usting idle seed.
-ee "our authori&ed 2onda dealer for regularl" scheduled car!uretor ad3ustments.
1. warm u the engine' shift to neutral and lace the motorc"cle on its stand.
2. Connect a tachometer to the engine.
3. Ad3ust idle seed with the throttle sto screw 78:. Idle seed? 7In neutral:
8'@55B855 min
*8
7 rm :
CAM CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )
8hen the cam chain is noisy! ad,ustment the tension in the following manner-
1. tart the engine and maintain it at idle speed ( 1!(99 min
11
).
2. @oosen the lock nut (1) ! and loosen the tensioner ad,usting bolt (2) appro+imately one half turn.
Tighten the lock nut.
3. %f the chain is still noisy even after the above ad,ustment! loosen the lock nut (1) ad,usting bolt
(2) and the 1$ mm sealing bolt (3) located at the bottom of the crankcase! and screw in the
tensioner bolt ($) gradually with the engine running! until the cam chain becomes &uiet. "fter
completing the ad,ustment! tighten the tensioner ad,usting bolt (2) ! lock nut (1) ! and 1$ mm
sealing bolt (3) securely.


DRIVE CHAIN
( )efer to the maintenance precaution. )
The service life of the drive chain is dependent upon proper lubrication and ad,ustment. *oor
maintenance can cause premature wear or damage to the drive chain and sprockets. ;nder serve
usage! or when the motorcycle is ridden in dusty areas! more fre&uent maintenance will be necessary.



CLEANIN$
Clean your motorcycle regularly to protect the surface finishes and inspect for damage! wear and oil
leakage.
CAUTION
2igh ressure water 7 on air : can damage certain arts of the motorc"cle.
"void spraying high pressure water ( typical in coin operated car washes ) at the following areas-
8heel 2ubs %gnition witch
>uffler 6utlet teering @ock
;nder .uel Tank 'rive Chain
Carburetor %nstruments
;nder eat
1. 1."fter cleaning! rinse the motorcycle thoroughly with plenty of clean water. trong detergent
residue can corrode alloy parts.
NOTE Clean the lastic arts using a cloth or songe damened with a solution of
mild detergent and water.
2. 'ry the motorcycle! start the engine! and let it run for several minutes.
3. @ubricate the drive chain immediately after washing and drying the motorcycle
$. Test the brakes before riding the motorcycle in traffic. everal applications may be necessary to
restore normal braking performance.
#ARNIN$ ,raking erformance ma" !e imaired immediatel" after washing the
motorc"cle



-TORA$E $UI%E
?+tended storage! such as for winter! re&uires that you take certain steps to reduce the effects of
deterioration from non1use of the motorcycle. %n addition! necessary repairs should be made :?.6)?
storing the motorcycle< otherwise! these repairs may be forgotten by the time the motorcycle is
removed from storage.
STORAGE
1. Change the engine oil.
2. 'rain the fuel tank and carburetor. pray the inside of the fuel tank with an aerosol rust1
inhibiting oil. )einstall the fuel fill cap on the tank.
NOTE If storage will last more than one month' car!uretor draining is ver"
imortant' to assure roer erformance after storage.
#ARNIN$ )etrol is e(tremel" flamma!le and is e(losive under certain conditions.
)erform this oeration in a well*ventilated area with the engine
stoed. %o not smoke or allow flames or sarks in the area where
etrol is drained or stored and where the fuel tank is refueled.
3. )emove the spark plug and pour a tablespoon ( 1( 1 29 cm
3
) of clean engine oil into the
cylinder. 6perate the kick starter several times to distribute the oil. spark plug.
NOTE #hen turning the engine over' the Ignition -witch should !e O++ and the
sark lug laced in its ca!le ca and grounded to revent damage to the
ignition s"stem.
$. )emove the battery. tore in an area protected from free0ing temperatures and direct sunlight.
Check the electrolyte level and slow charge the battery once a month.
(. 8ash and dry the motorcycle. 8a+ all painted surfaces.
3. @ubricate the drive chain.
/. %nflate the tyres to their recommended pressures. *lace the motorcycle on blocks to raise both
tyres off the ground.
4. Cover the motorcycle ( donMt use plastic or other coated materials ) and store in an unheated
area! free of dampness with a minimum of daily temperature variation. 'o not store the
motorcycle in direct sunlight.