This is a must have book if you own a Honda CB550. I have a 77 CB550F and it does the job to help you out with repairs. You will find that this is not the holy bible for motorcycle maitenence.
This is a standard reference book for working on these classic bikes. If you’re going to own one, you should have this book, the Haynes manual, and a copy of the Honda factory manual. The more illustrations and explanations you have, the better.
This manual is a must for anyone with a SOHC/4 Honda from the 70’s. It is full of useful information on repairs and maintenance procedures. Great pictures and step-by-step instructions on everything from adjustments to washers. It’s the Haynes manual for the motorcycle world, very informative and nesessary when working on an older four cylinder bike.
I have mixed thoughts about this book. There are things in it that I have found very helpful, but it’s not consistent in assuming the starting level of someone’s working knowledge and terminology. I have found the internet to be a better source for some things (not all) because some of those demonstrations explain every detail of every step. I wish there was a beginners version, but am still happy I have this book. I wish I knew where the skill level began in other books.
This has helped me out considerably when working on my ’77 CB550K. Just a word of warning: There were some changes made to the bikes for the ’77-78 years which are not covered in this manual. Most notably, the carbs on the bike are different. Any other differences seem to be minor. Nonetheless, I can’t imagine not owning this manual.
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 1977 PROJECT BIKE AND WITHOUT THE CLYMER MANUAL IT WOULD HAVE BEEN VERY DIFFICUTL TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT. THE MANUAL IS VERY DETAILED AND EVEN OFFERS SEVERAL SUGGESTIONS AS TO ALTERNATIVE GAGES FOR CHECKING VARIOUS ELEMENTS OF THE REBUILD PROCESS.
Great book. explains pretty much everything you need/want to know. Your typical Clymer repair book. Large Print. Arranged just right.
This is a must have book if you own a Honda CB550. I have a 77 CB550F and it does the job to help you out with repairs. You will find that this is not the holy bible for motorcycle maitenence.
This is a standard reference book for working on these classic bikes. If you’re going to own one, you should have this book, the Haynes manual, and a copy of the Honda factory manual. The more illustrations and explanations you have, the better.
This manual is a must for anyone with a SOHC/4 Honda from the 70’s. It is full of useful information on repairs and maintenance procedures. Great pictures and step-by-step instructions on everything from adjustments to washers. It’s the Haynes manual for the motorcycle world, very informative and nesessary when working on an older four cylinder bike.
I have mixed thoughts about this book. There are things in it that I have found very helpful, but it’s not consistent in assuming the starting level of someone’s working knowledge and terminology. I have found the internet to be a better source for some things (not all) because some of those demonstrations explain every detail of every step. I wish there was a beginners version, but am still happy I have this book. I wish I knew where the skill level began in other books.
This has helped me out considerably when working on my ’77 CB550K. Just a word of warning: There were some changes made to the bikes for the ’77-78 years which are not covered in this manual. Most notably, the carbs on the bike are different. Any other differences seem to be minor. Nonetheless, I can’t imagine not owning this manual.
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 1977 PROJECT BIKE AND WITHOUT THE CLYMER MANUAL IT WOULD HAVE BEEN VERY DIFFICUTL TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT. THE MANUAL IS VERY DETAILED AND EVEN OFFERS SEVERAL SUGGESTIONS AS TO ALTERNATIVE GAGES FOR CHECKING VARIOUS ELEMENTS OF THE REBUILD PROCESS.
A MUST HAVE FOR YOUR RESTORATION PROJECT.
DUKE OF MT. OLIVET