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Road Tests: 2014 CTX700 DCT ABS: https://www.motorcycledaily.com/2013/06/2014-honda-ctx700-dct-abs-md-ride-review/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N35c9ksEKUo [Excellent DCT animations in YT] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzvDhd0BYvA [CTX700 Mountain Race - Begins 03:55] Specs: https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/honda_ctx_700_dvt_14.html ["Little Brother"] https://www.cycleworld.com/2018-honda-ctx700-dct/ https://powersports.honda.com/street/touring/ctx70 https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/honda_ctx_1300_di_lux_14.html [ "Big Brother"] https://www.ctx1300forum.com/threads/dct-transmission.770/ [CTX1300 DCT ? ] https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/Honda_VFR_1200X_dct_16.html [Another "Big Brother"] DCT Animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N35c9ksEKUo https://powersports.honda.com/technology/dct DCT vs CVT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/why-cant-we-have-a-cvt-version-and-a-higher-rpm-motor.82549/ Great pix of ALL Honda models: https://www.motomachines.com/shop-by-bike/honda https://www.motomachines.com/shop-by-bike/honda/ctx700 [only] Thanks to all below for their unknowing contributions to this resource! Please alert me to any broken links and/or suggestions: dan@dansher.com ============[ TIPS & TRICKS FOR HONDA CTX700 BIKES: ]================== 100,000 MILE REPORT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/100-000-mile-report.76435/ ABS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/rear-abs-sensor.80917/ AIR CLEANER https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/valve-adjustment-coolant-and-air-filter-replacement.81921/ ALTERNATOR AMPS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/how-much-amp-draw-is-too-much-i-have-detailed-what-accessories-i-have-installed.81864/ AUX FUEL TANK https://www.reda.co/reda-gas-can https://www.denniskirk.com/rotopax/1-gallon-gasoline-pack-rx-1g-cal.p290098.prd/290098.sku https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ran-outta-gas-5-miles-from-next-station.81883/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/fuel-tank-capacity.80933/#post-944500 BATTERY https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/new-battery.80931/ Battery Cables: Damage Done If You Reverse Polarity: https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/battery-cables-reverse-polarity.82530/?utm_content=iss260&utm_source=threadloom&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ed1021 BODY PANELS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/pics-of-all-the-panels-while-they-were-removed-post-1-of-3.82495/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/pics-of-all-the-panels-while-they-were-removed-post-2-of-3.82496/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/pics-of-all-the-panels-while-they-were-removed-post-3-of-3.82497/ CENTER STAND https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/honda-center-stand-installation.82614/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/honda-center-stand-over-racing-stopper-modification.82537/ https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/CTX700_Center_Stand.txt https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/center-stand-for-the-ctx700.3209/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/new-honda-center-stand-for-sale.80936/ https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-center-stand-honda-ctx700-n $293 CHAIN OILER [great pix] https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/affordable-concealed-diy-onboard-chain-oiler-rebel-oiler.69258/ https://www.ctx700-forum.com/threads/replaced-the-chain.1020/ CHAIN SPROCKET REPLACE https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/chain-drive.82621/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/need-some-assistance-with-my-situation.82573/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/2014-ctx700-dct-new-chain-sprockets.82319/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/chain-and-sprocket-replacements.82161/ CHAIN TENSION https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/help-chain-too-tight.81466/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/drive-chain-slider.81069/ DARKSIDE (Using a car tire on the rear wheel) https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ctx700-gone-darkside-yes.74058/ https://www.tires-easy.com/175-55-17/achilles-tires/atr-k-economist/tirecode/MAN175517 DCT CLUTCH FILTER REPLACEMENT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/2018-ctx700n-dct-clutch-filter-replacement.81010/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-oil-filter-change.79991/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/not-the-clutch-oil-filter.73970/ DCT & ELECTRONICS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/shift-ratio-control-motor.82200/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/electrical-dct-problem.81884/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/another-dct-question-bike-forgets-it-is-in-first-will-not-shift-up-goes-into-real-neutral.80969/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-initialize-learning-process-failed-solved.80105 "Just want to add for future reference for people. You have to have the kickstand up when you do the DCT reset process. Found that out the hard way and was freaking out because the procedure kept failing. Kickstand up and no problem." https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/honda-ctx700nd-problem-need-some-help.80882/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-gets-stuck-in-gear-blinking.80261/ Poll: Repair Frequency for DCT vs. Manual https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/poll-repair-frequency-for-dct-vs-manual.81279/ With the DCT bikes there has been an occasional issue with a bolt called the "Shift drum center bolt" which can be located on page 65 of chapter 11 of the Honda service manual." https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/honda-nm4-dct-issue-solution.78861/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/rpms-maxing-out-on-highway.80572/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-initialization-process.81091/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/this-is-why-i-put-it-into-neutral-before-shutting-down.82013/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-stuck-in-neutral.23730/ [Beware of "The Creep"] DCT vs CVT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/why-cant-we-have-a-cvt-version-and-a-higher-rpm-motor.82549/ ECU (aka ECM) Engine Control Unit Battery Cables: Damage Done If You Reverse Polarity https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/battery-cables-reverse-polarity.82530/?utm_content=iss260&utm_source=threadloom&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ed1021 https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ecu-soft-reset.80972/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ecm-reflash.80211/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/search/8741/?q=Alpha+N&o=relevance EXHAUST MODIFICATIONS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/is-it-safe-to-remove-baffles.81022/ FOOTPEG MID-MOUNT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/mid-foot-boards.80445/ FORK PROTECTORS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/fork-protectors.2922/ https://triumphparts.englemotors.com/a/Triumph__/43473107__5782835/Fork-Protectors/30018100-2-2.html Triumph part number A9641005 or A9641010 (longer) FORUMS: https://www.ctx700forum.com/ https://www.ctx700-forum.com/ FUEL RANGE https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/tank-level-sensor-data.35954/ HANDGRIPS, HEATED https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/will-i-need-to-upgrade-anything-electrical-for-heated-grips.81133/ HANDLEBAR https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ctx-handlebar-diameter.3273/ HANDLEBAR COVERS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/what-hand-guards-are-you-guys-rocking-for-the-cold-weather-on-your-ctx-instead-of-gloves-i-may-just-get-me-some-hand-guards-and-heated-grips.81858/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/handlebar-covers-for-cold-weather.81124/ HORN https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/a-way-to-replace-the-whimpy-horn-with-something-a-bit-more-macho.5066/ HEADLAMP https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/led-headlight-bulb.82551/ LIFT LIFTING https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/how-to-lift-a-ctx-with-a-motorcycle-jack.81015/ MUFFLER - Radiant "Shorty" replacement https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/radiant.68938/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=gnMu7Qq9_yk&feature=emb_logo OIL CHANGES https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/oil-and-transmission-filter-changes.80791/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/2014-700d-oil-filter-change-questions.80892/ "Use only 10W30 (recommented by Honda) or synthetic 10W40 oils. The clutch in DCT models works using motor oil pressure and the engine is much more critical for the oil grade than manual clutch models." OWNERS MANUAL https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man_fyi.txt https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man.pdf PARTS (OEM) https://www.partzilla.com/catalog/honda/motorcycle/2014/ctx700d-ac-ctx700d REAR BRAKE: Left-Hand Rear brake kit https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/lhs-rear-brake-kit.51090/ REAR SHOCK https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/looking-to-replace-rear-shock.81995/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/rear-shock-data.27986/ REAR SUSPENSION https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/adjusting-coilover-preload.18921/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/search/27249/?q=gonzo+shock&o=relevance REAR WHEEL https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/rear-wheel-install.81932/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/first-time-wanting-to-change-rear-tire-oh-boy.80935/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/hello-first-post-new-rider-purchasing-paddock-rear-stand-how-to-use.80910/ RECALLS https://powersports.honda.com/recalls RIDING UNDER THREAT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/riding-while-under-threat-s.80921/ SADDLE BAGS https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/saddlebags-for-ctx700nd.81605/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/new-to-group-one-quick-question.80934/ https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-c-bow-carrier-softbags-honda-ctx700 [$244] https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-street-soft-bag-set-21-to-23-liter-bags [$160] SEAT https://www.motomachines.com/amphibious-softseat-small $80 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBUIC7mEmHc SERVICE MANUAL https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man_fyi.txt https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man.pdf SPROCKET REPLACE https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/chain-and-sprocket-replacements.82161/ STARTER https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/is-my-starter-going-out.82485/ TAIL LIGHT WIRING MOD https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/modified-rear-wiring-harness-to-add-lights.82527/ TANK BAG https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHdwz0GXW8U [Install Video] TANK COVER REMOVAL https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/need-advice-on-removing-gas-tank-side-shelters.79101/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwzI8KWsYIk&feature=emb_logo TANK LEVEL SENSOR DATA https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/tank-level-sensor-data.35954/ VALVE ADJUSTMENT https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/valve-adjustment-coolant-and-air-filter-replacement.81921/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/finally-performed-the-valve-adjustment-myself.75543/ WHEEL BEARING https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/always-check-your-wheel-bearings.82260/ https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/warning-front-wheel-bearing-kit-from-boss-bearing.81888/ WINTERIZING https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/winter-storage-removing-fuel.4570/page-2#post-947175 EOF