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My new to me 1995 NH seems to be really restricted in the air intake and exhaust. I know that its jetted extremely LEAN and it takes forever to warm up and...
George Penick
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Nov 25, 2008
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let me know... I should have got a different size... all new in box... Make me an offer, otherwise I will try to build an entire new bike around them. Todd...
todd tennyson
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Nov 25, 2008
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Have you taken the carburetor apart and cleaned it properly yet. It will be a big mistake to start making changes to the engine (carb - intake - exhaust)...
terry.sanderson
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Nov 25, 2008
4:36 am
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I have a '93 . I shimmed the needle , and removed the 'flag' on the idel mix screw so it could be turned out a bit more (maybe 1/2 turn ),.....runs much...
dave
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Nov 26, 2008
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I have just recieved my stepfathers 1979 Honda CM 185 twinstar. It isin pretty great shape and I am going to have to repaint a new tank and put on a set of...
skopone24
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Dec 14, 2008
6:39 pm
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The CM200 exhausts will fit the CM185, in fact over the last five years in my quest to find the perfect exhaust for it I used CM200 exhausts for about 6...
terry.sanderson
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Dec 14, 2008
10:33 pm
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Thank you so much for all of that great information. I just bought a sweet set of stock exhaust that is pretty much brand new. What cool little tricks can...
skopone24
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Dec 14, 2008
11:24 pm
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the timing is fixed on my 81 200. I don't know about the 185. These 200 aren't power monsters but mine does 60-65 on the hwy when I ride to the next town. I've...
dkwalker
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Dec 15, 2008
6:22 pm
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FYI... members can see in my recent shots that I modified a seat for my bike, creating a shelf. I got a plastic file box and with wing nuts and washers have it...
dkwalker
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Dec 15, 2008
6:26 pm
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I appreciate the advise. I will look into the ow rise handlebars. I keep hearing that you guys are able to get 60-70 mph out of these little things. I am...
skopone24
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Dec 15, 2008
7:46 pm
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Using a timing light, the index mark should line up with the F-1 or F mark rpm at 1200 + or - 100 rpm. The 81 CM200 has electronic ignition and does not have a...
terry.sanderson
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Dec 16, 2008
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Do you have that information so I can start on that right away. I have the next few days off and I don't have a manual for it. I am assuming that I have to...
skopone24
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Dec 16, 2008
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I ot a manual today and last night I took off the carburetor. Holy cow was it a mess inside. It had alof this white residue like it had been creemed once and...
skopone24
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Dec 16, 2008
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hey guys,I have a 1979 cm185t and I can't figure out how to get it started.I have fire going thru the coil to the points and back to the coil,but it won't go...
bucfan411
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Dec 24, 2008
8:58 pm
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Start with a good charge on the battery and don't worry about the charging system. I had a similar problem last year and my brother told me to change to new...
Mike Murch
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Dec 25, 2008
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i have a q bout my bike,ive seen that one guy put a set of exaust muffs on his '79 twinstar and said that he cant her it run,and they were from a harley,i want...
horsepower31
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Feb 1, 2009
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I just don't know enough about what can bolt on to answer your questions. The tire sizes can't be changed much with the existing fenders as they have little...
Mike Murch
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Feb 2, 2009
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Doesn't your Twinstar already have a 17" front wheel and a 16" wheel? Maybe I misunderstood the question? The only way to know if something will fit is to try...
terry.sanderson
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Feb 2, 2009
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I rather doubt you could change the rims on your Twinstar; even the Rebel wouldn't match up (the rear rim is too wide for the Twinstar's swingarm), and the...
Go on. Guess.
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Feb 6, 2009
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Hello all, I just bought my bike, a '80 200 twinstar (red), and it's in great condition. only 1556 miles on it, even the break in sticker is still on it. This...
martin.benjamin09
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Feb 8, 2009
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Take a plug out, and test it by pressing the starter and holding the plug where it is grounded. You should see a spark. I would start there. Just don't grind...
Mike Murch
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Feb 9, 2009
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... FWIW You will get a little stronger spark if you kick rather than using the electric. And make sure the kill switch on the right handlebar is centered;...
dkwalker
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Feb 9, 2009
5:03 pm
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I just uploaded to the forum's pictures. One is my 1980 Twinstar that is running. It has a 79 blue tank and I have maroon sizecovers but don't have them...
Mike Murch
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Feb 9, 2009
5:29 pm
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... All right, I checked the spark, good on both sides. The fuel flows freely through the tank, shutoff valve and first hose from the valve. After that i dont...
martin.benjamin09
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Feb 9, 2009
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If you have spark, don't worry about connections....
Mike Murch
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Feb 9, 2009
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Is there an online PDF version of a Shop Manual for the 1980 200cc twinstar? or where can I order a hard copy? Thanks All!...
martin.benjamin09
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Feb 10, 2009
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... I don't know of any such thing online, but I think you can buy either Haynes or Clymer manuals for the bike. I can scan in the wiring schematics for the...
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Feb 10, 2009
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... 200cc ... should any one want to see some VERY serious information on this specific type of machine,check out this site called"mr.cycles.com"not sure if im...
horsepower31
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Feb 10, 2009
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This site has the wiring diagram of the early Twinstars and the owners manual is in pdf format. http://pages.prodigy.net/klricks/Twinstar.html ... ...
Mike Murch
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Feb 10, 2009
3:25 pm
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You should be able to order one from your local Honda dealer. The Clymers and the Haynes are a weak substitute, but if they are all you can find, their better...
terry.sanderson
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