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   See Also: https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man_fyi.txt
             https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/2014_CTX700_Serv_man.pdf
             https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/DCT_fyi.txt

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Road Tests: 2014 CTX700 DCT ABS:
 https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/ctx700-turns-150k-miles.82944/
 https://global.honda/innovation/technology/motorcycle/tech-views/vol01_dct/ctx.html
 https://ridermagazine.com/2013/09/03/2014-honda-ctx700-road-test-review/
 https://www.hotcars.com/honda-ctx-700-performance-reliability-overview/
 https://www.motorcycledaily.com/2013/06/2014-honda-ctx700-dct-abs-md-ride-review/
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foxceoGsB3k 
 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]
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVwG_ghKYSY 
 https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/how-do-you-describe-the-ctx.82649/
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkLU3EuG2Lw 
 https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/DCT_fyi.txt
Specs:
 https://bikeswiki.com/Honda_CTX700
 https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/honda_ctx_700n_13.html
 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.ctx700forum.com/threads/first-ctx1300-spotting.82897/
 https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/Honda_VFR_1200X_dct_16.html   [Another "Big Brother"]

DCT Fyi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N35c9ksEKUo
         https://powersports.honda.com/technology/dct
         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dual-clutch_transmission
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]

Forums:
 https://www.ctx700forum.com/  
 https://www.ctx700-forum.com/

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: ]==================
 32,000 MILE CHECKUP
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/32k-mile-planned-maintenance.82871/

 50,000 mile update
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/50-000-mile-update.82899/

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/charging-system-capacity.82930/#post-961741
  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://rotopax.com/collections/containers/products/1-gallon-gasoline
  https://www.denniskirk.com/rotopax/1-gallon-gasoline-pack-rx-1g-cal.p290098.prd/290098.sku
  https://www.motomachines.com/rotopax-standard-t-handle      
  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/

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/center-stand-from-the-nc700s-in-japan-that-fits-the-ctx.82896/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/t-rex-center-stand.79501/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/center-stand-for-the-ctx700.3209/
  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-servicing-a-ctx-700-while-on-a-stand-or-lift.81722/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/chain-sprocket-questions.30089/
  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/
CHARGING SYSTEM
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/charging-system-capacity.82930/
COOLANT CHANGE
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/changing-engine-coolant.79713/

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
  DCT shift cotrol motor cleaning (NC700):
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqZRok8Puag
  Calibrate Honda DCT
    https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/dct-and-cold-weather-running-problems.82925/
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RerAeiL_r8o
    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/
  https://www.dansher.com/bikepix/CTX700/DCT_fyi.txt
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/potential-purchase.82719/

ECU (aka ECM) Engine Control Unit
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTF9h5Eb2cQ
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/no-spark-on-left-cylinder-2014-700nd.82643/
  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/electrical-plan.82752/
  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.amazon.com/dp/B00U1OLDRE?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
    [The above link is for a Phillips 9003 VPB2 67/60.5 watt 12.8 volt bulb that works
     fine in my 2014 CTX700D: $18 USD for a 2-pak. Honda Dealer wants $65 USD each]
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNZjFgvUVb8
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/tullypilot-trying-to-learn-how-to-navigate-forum.82922/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/headlight-bulb-replacement-faring-version.82727/
  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/honda-oil-filter-15410-mfj-d02-will-it-work.82645/
  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/adjusting-coilover-preload.18921/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/rear-shock-oem-upgrade.82632/
  https://www.ctx700forum.com/threads/arashi-shock-amazon-ebay-shock.82333/
  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.ctx700forum.com/threads/my-tank-bag-solution.82712/
  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/struggling-with-valve-adjustment.79091/
  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 

WINDSHIELD Adjustable
  https://madstad.com/products/honda-ctx700d-2012-up?_pos=5&_sid=11e3ce027&_ss=r

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