1987 Honda Elite CH80 from United States of America - Comments

What is the CDi rev limiter set at? Could you get a CDI from an XR80 dirtbike to get the full RPM? My ch80 will go only about 30mph, but I'm from high altitude.

Does someone have a wiring diagram??? Maybe they could just copy the diagram outa the manual and send to me!

Amberandsean @ bresnan.net.

Thanks!

OK.. I've put a 26mm carb on it, a straight pipe with a cr50 big can muffler. Its been a pain in the rear to get the round slide tuned, but it'll get up and go 40 right now with my 230 lbs on it!

Next is tuning the clutch, I need more rpms!

I have 2 of the 1986 CH80's, and they go 40mph each with no problem; all stock.

My biggest issue is right now one is screaming from the rear gears, and then is very HOT and drips some gear oil. Does it when I go over 15mph, and does it when I let off the gas.

Does anyone know what is wrong, or can suggest anything?

Yes, the gear oil was just replaced.

Thanks so much

drbern77@hotmail.com

Bought three 1986 low milage honda Ch80's three years ago (they were only sold in Canada in 1986). All had problems with starting. The problem is solved by cleaning out the microscopic hole in the float chamber between the main chamber and the small side chamber, where the starting jet draws its fuel. Float chamber can be removed without taking the carb off the engine. If this hole is plugged, the scooter will not start. Most tune-up's don't clean this out.

Ross Edwards.

I have an 87 CH80 and have been working through several problems in the last two years.

My current problem is this. When riding at full speed (40mph) for approx 1 mile, the scooter begins to falter (miss) and decelerates to less than 35mph. Of course this occurs on urban streets where the motorist behind me wishes to go 40mph+. I suspect that I am using gas faster than the float allows it into the bowl. Or after continuous operation, I lose vacuum and the vacuum operated fuel valve closes, starving the engine of fuel. The jets, float and fuel valve are relatively new. This problem occurs often when the tank is less than 1/2 full but seldom when it is full. What do you think?

Pete Simon.

Probably the nylon fuel strainer in the tank is dirty. You can remove it by first removing the fuel valve and pulling it out. It use a tap to pull out the stainer. Use a tap that just barely gets a bite, then pull the strainer out. Clean and reinstall.

I just picked up a 1993 Honda Elite CH80. So far, so good. I can top out at 42~43mph on the flats. It's comfortable on these Southern California roads.

Plenty of pep to 30mph. Takes a little while to get from 30mph to top speed. It strains a little going up any hills and on inclines, expect the speed to drop to about 35~37mph.

The signal indicator is audible, so that you are reminded to turn it off after you've made the turn.

The drum brakes are a little mushy and squeak a little under hard braking. Can't compare to hydraulic discs. But, they do the job at slowing down the bike fairly well and without much drama.

For the money, this thing is a great economical way to get from point A to point B... as long as you don't require getting on the highway or freeway.

I have a 1985 CH80 that I picked up for 200 bucks. Runs perfect, but at about 45 mph, I can hear a very audible knocking. Is this some kind of governor, or is there a real problem? Other than this, my bike rides perfect for Vegas traffic, and can keep up almost anywhere, even with a passenger.

I have a 1987 Honda Elite. It runs great. Goes about 45 and is very fun to ride. With the price of gas as it is, I find myself laughing when I ride by drivers in SUV's. Have fun and ride safe!

I have a 1988 Honda Elite CH80. I'm trying to change the oil. I know where to drain the oil, but I can't find where to add oil. Can anyone help me?

Just picked up a 1987 Elite 80 on craigslist for $550. Runs perfectly, although I think I may have noticed some power loss after cruising at open throttle for about a mile. Also, the "windshield" vibrates quite a bit at a stop, so I pushed some cut pieces of shirt between the windshield and chassis to prevent it from moving. Anyone know where I can get a copy of the key made?

I have a 2001 CH80 with 475 miles on it. It has sat for 2 years and we are getting it ready for the spring.

1. It has always had battery issues and

2. It has ALWAYS been an issue to get this bike started and warned up.

I read in an earlier post "The problem is solved by cleaning out the microscopic hole in the float chamber between the main chamber and the small side chamber, where the starting jet draws its fuel. Float chamber can be removed without taking the carb off the engine. If this hole is plugged, the scooter will not start. Most tune-up's don't clean this out."

So - Before I go at this and potentially ruin this bike - does anyone have any advice for an alternate fix or specific instructions or a manual to do the above repair?

I just purchased, at a garage sale, a 1987 Honda Elite 80, with 3,000 miles on the odometer, for 500 bucks. I took it home, changed the oil, the gas, inflated the tires and replaced the battery (with a generic one for $ 19.95) and the scooter started right away.

With a passenger, on flat road, I get around 45 mph. Alone, at may 180 lbs it gets to some 50 mph, but not faster. That's OK. I only use it in town for small errands. So far I am pleased with it. I have a gut feeling that the small exhaust pipe, into the muffler, chokes the engine and diminishes the scooter's performance.

Other than that, a very lucky strike with a 21 year old machine. Tax, title, license, helmet and one year insurance: over $ 500.00! You get took, one way or the other. Saving on gas can be very relative!

I have a '86 CH80. It runs like a top.. However after it warms up I hear some slight clanging coming from somewhere near the front of the motor. There is also an occasional drip of motor oil on the bottom every now and then.

Anyone know if this this a problem about to happen, or OK?

Thanks,

Bernie

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