Honda CBR600 Hurricane Repair Manual 1987-1990

The 1987-1990 Honda CBR600 Hurricane repair manual by Clymer, covers all CBR600F sportbike models.
Book Excerpt: 1987-1990 Honda CBR600 Hurricane Repair Manual TRANSMISSION

This chapter covers all the parts that transmit power from the clutch to the drive chain. These parts consist of the engine sprocket, transmission gears, shift drum and forks and shift linkage. Transmission specifications are listed in Table 1. Tables 1-3 are at the end of the chapter.
SPROCKET COVER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Support the bike and raise the rear wheel off the ground with a suitable wheel stand or place it on wood blocks.
2. Remove the lower fairing assembly. See Chapter Thirteen.
3. Remove the shift linkage (Figure 1); remove the pinch screw (A) and the pivot screw (B) securing the shift linkage and pull the shift linkage off. If the pivot boss is tight on the shaft, spread open the slot with a screwdriver.
4. Remove the screws securing the engine sprocket cover and remove the cover (Figure 2). Remove the case protector (A, Figure 3) and the washer gasket (B, Figure 3) from behind the cover.
5. Installation is the reverse of these steps. Note the following:
1. Make sure to install the washer gasket (B, Figure 3) and the case protector (A, Figure 3) behind the sprocket cover.
2. Tighten the sprocket cover screws securely.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE LUBRICATION An improperly operating engine lubrication system will quickly lead to engine seizure. The engine oil level should be checked weekly and topped up, as described in Chapter Three. Oil pump service is described in Chapter Four.
OIL CONSUMPTION HIGH OR ENGINE SMOKES EXCESSIVELY

1. Worn valve guides.
2. Worn or damaged piston rings.

EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL LEAKS

1. Clogged air cleaner breather hose.
2. Loose engine parts.
3. Damaged gasket sealing surfaces.

Subject: 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 Honda Hurricane CBR600 service, maintenance, repair. ISBN-10: 0892875720 | ISBN-13: 9780892875726 | Clymer M439