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Troubleshooting
Related Manuals for Bridgestone 350 GTO
Summarization of Contents
Technical Data
Engine
Engine specifications including type, displacement, power, and torque.
Performance
Performance metrics like max speed, climbing ability, fuel consumption.
Frame and Suspension
Details about the motorcycle's frame and suspension system.
Transmission
Dimensions and Weight
Specifications for overall dimensions and weight of the motorcycle.
Electrical Equipment
Components and specifications of the electrical system.
ENGINE
Removing Engine
Step-by-step guide for engine removal.
Mounting Engine on Frame
Procedures for installing the engine onto the motorcycle frame.
Disassembling and Assembling Engine
Detailed instructions for engine disassembly and reassembly.
Component parts of crankcase
List and diagram of crankcase components.
CRANK SHAFT • PISTON • ROTARY VALVE
CRANKSHAFT AND ROTARY DISC VALVES
Construction and inspection of crankshaft and rotary disc valves.
CYLINDERS AND PISTONS
Details on cylinder and piston construction, inspection, and disassembly.
CLUTCH
Information on clutch construction, operation, adjustment, and disassembly.
TRANSMISSION
Construction
Overview of the 6-speed transmission system.
Operation
Explanation of how the gear shifting mechanism works.
Component part
Exploded view and list of transmission components.
Gear operation and gear ratios
Details on how gears operate and their ratios.
KICK STARTER
A. Construction
Description of the kick starter system's construction.
B. Operation
Explanation of how to operate the kick starter for starting and cruising.
CARBURETORS
Component parts of carburetor
Illustrated parts list for the carburetor assembly.
A. Synchronizing Carburetors
Instructions for synchronizing the twin carburetors for optimal performance.
B. Indication of trouble at various engine speeds
Troubleshooting guide for mixture issues based on engine speed.
C. Idling Adjustment
Steps for adjusting idle speed and mixture.
OIL INJECTION SYSTEM
Component parts of oil injection system
Illustrated parts list for the oil injection system.
A. Operation
Explanation of the oil injection mechanism's operation.
B. Oil Intake
Details on how oil is drawn into the injection pump.
C. Oil Outlet
Description of how oil is delivered from the pump.
FRAME
Component parts of frame and rear fender
Illustrated parts list for the frame and rear fender.
Handlebar
A. Removing Handlebar
Steps for removing the handlebar assembly.
B. Assembling
Instructions for reassembling the handlebar.
C. Inspection
Checks for brake and clutch lever play, and wiring.
Front Fork
Component parts of front fork
Illustrated parts list for the front fork assembly.
Rear Suspension
B. Disassembling
Steps for disassembling the front fork and front wheel.
C. Assembling and Inspection
Procedures for assembling and inspecting the front fork.
D. Removing the steering damper
Instructions for removing the steering damper.
Rear suspension
A. Construction
Description of the rear suspension system's construction.
B. Operation
Explanation of how the rear suspension operates under load and return stroke.
Wheels
A. Construction
Details on tire and drum specifications for wheels.
B. Checking of Tire Pressure and Balance
Procedures for checking tire pressure and wheel balance.
Front Wheel
Component parts of front wheel
Illustrated parts list for the front wheel assembly.
Rear Wheel
Component parts of rear wheel
Illustrated parts list for the rear wheel assembly.
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Dynamo and neutral switch
Components of the dynamo and neutral switch.
A.C. Generator
Description of the AC generator and its output.
Voltage Regulator
Information on the voltage regulator and charging current.
Ignition system
Details on contact breakers and ignition timing.
Spark plug
A. Description
Description of the standard spark plug and its gap.
B. Inspection and Adjustment
Procedures for checking, cleaning, and replacing spark plugs.
Battery
A. Inspection of Specific Gravity
Method for checking battery electrolyte specific gravity.
Battery
B. Storage of dry charged battery
Information on storing dry charged batteries.
C. Initial Charging Rate
Procedures for initial charging of a new battery.
Lights
A. Head lamp • Tail lamp
Illustrated parts list for headlamp and taillamp.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
13-1 Engine is hard to start
Troubleshooting guide for engine starting difficulties.
Irregular Revolutions
13-5 Unsatisfactory gear shifting
Troubleshooting steps for gear shifting problems.
Common Failures, Their Causes and Correction
Electrical failures
Troubleshooting common electrical failures and their causes.
Fuel failures
Troubleshooting common fuel system failures and their causes.
Mechanical failures
Troubleshooting common mechanical failures and their causes.
TOLERANCES AND FITS
A. Engine
Tolerances and fits for engine components.
B. Cylinder
Specifications for cylinder inside diameter and gasket thickness.
C. Piston
Measurements and clearances for piston and piston pins.
D. Crankshaft & Rotary Disc Valve
Dimensions for crankshaft and rotary disc valve components.
PERFORMANCE
16-1 Port Timing
Timing specifications for exhaust, boost, and rotary valves.
16-2. Port Dimensions
Dimensions for exhaust, transfer, and boost ports.
16-3. Port Time/Area
Calculations for port time and area.
16-4. Cylinder Exhaust Tract Length
Specification for cylinder exhaust tract length.
16-5. Head Pipe Length
Specification for head pipe length.
Performance Information
16-6. Squish Band Clearance
Procedure for measuring and setting squish band clearance.
16-7. Rotary Valve
Recommendation against modifying rotary valves.
16-8. Ignition
Ignition timing and spark plug gap specifications.
16-8. Expansion Chamber
Information on fitting and modifying the expansion chamber.
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