How do you set timing on a Honda cx500?

Answer 1

You will need a 8mm closed ended wratchetting wrench, a very stubby screw driver, timing light and a manual. That wrench is nesscary or you should drop the engine to remove the timing cover, located at the back of engine, 5 8mm bolts...between coolant reserve tank. Rotate the plate clockwise will advance the spark. Set up timing light and open inspection port on right side of the engine, rev rpms to 2000-3000 until you see the advanced timing marks on the fly wheel. Hit it with the light, turn plate. Put cover on tight, or you will leak oil and may start on fire as it will run out on to your exhaust. If you hurt your self in this process, your as dumb as me. Have fun, two down.