Honda VT750C Shadow 2002 Maintenance Schedule
The 2002 Honda VT750C Shadow maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, spark plugs, oil, coolant, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid, tires, air filter and valve clearance. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
Sourced from American Honda Motor Co. (Owners Manual) (this document covers model years 1998–2003): manualslib.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase Breather Cleaning | Every 4,000 mi | Easy | Clean crankcase breather. |
| Spark Plug Inspection/Replacement | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect and clean, or replace, spark plug. |
| Engine Oil Change | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy | Replace engine oil. |
| Steering Head Bearings Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect steering head bearing adjustment for looseness or roughness. |
| Brake Shoe/Brake Pad Wear Inspection | Every 4,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect brake shoe and brake pad wear. |
| Carburetor Choke Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect carburetor choke (starting enrichment) operation. |
| Radiator Coolant Inspection/Replacement | Every 8,000 mi · Replace every 24,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Easy–Moderate | Inspect coolant level/condition; replace radiator coolant. |
| Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection | Every 12,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system. |
| Drive Chain Inspection/Lubrication | Every 500 mi | Easy | Inspect drive chain slack and lubricate. |
| Brake Fluid Inspection/Replacement | Every 4,000 mi · Replace every 12,000 mi · Replace every 24 months | Moderate | Inspect brake fluid level/condition; replace brake fluid. |
| Clutch System Inspection | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Inspect clutch system operation/free play. |
| Suspension Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Inspect front and rear suspension. |
| Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Check | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Check all chassis nuts, bolts, and fasteners for tightness. |
| Wheels/Tires Inspection | Every 4,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect wheels and tires for wear/damage; check tire pressure. |
| Cooling System Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect cooling system (hoses, radiator, connections) for leaks or damage. |
| Brake System Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Moderate | Inspect brake system (lines, hoses, lever/pedal free play). |
| Brake Light Switch Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Headlight Aim Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect and adjust headlight aim. |
| Side Stand Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy | Inspect side stand spring and operation. |
| Fuel Line Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Inspect fuel line for leaks, cracks, or deterioration. |
| Throttle Operation Inspection | Every 8,000 mi | Easy–Moderate | Check throttle grip freeplay and smooth operation; adjust if necessary. |
| Air Cleaner Replacement | Every 12,000 mi | Easy | Replace air cleaner element. |
| Valve Clearance Inspection | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearance. |
| Engine Oil Filter Replacement | Every 8,000 mi (first at 600 mi) | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Carburetor Synchronization | Every 8,000 mi | Moderate | Synchronize carburetors. |
| Engine Idle Speed Check | Every 4,000 mi (first at 8,000 mi) | Easy–Moderate | Check and adjust engine idle speed. |
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