Honda V65 Magna-VF1100C 1983 Shop Manual page 173

CONNECTING ROD REMOVAL
Separate the crankcase assembly (Section 11).
Check the connecting rod side clearance.
SERVICE LIMIT : 0.40 mm (0.016 in)
Remove the connecting rod bearing caps and note
their locations.
Push the connecting rods and pistons out through
the top of the cylinder bores.
CAUTI ON:
On engines with high mileage, inspect the
cylinders for a ridge just above the highest
point of ring travel. Any ridge must be re-
moved with an automotive type ridge reamer
before removing the pistons to allow the
pistons and rings to pass through the cylinder.
CRANKSHAFT /PISTON
12-3