Use a float level gauge and measure the distance from the carburetor body to the float arm - The correct float level is 7.5mm(0.30in.)
The Honda is faster than the Raptor on straights.
The only difference between a 700cc and the 750cc engine is the cylinder bore dimension. So the head should fit.
The 700 Club - 1966 1983-08-23 was released on: USA: 23 August 1983
Code 700 means: A/T Concerns
the raptor has a lighter curb weight but the Honda has a better motor if i was buying one i would get the Honda. the raptor has electonic fi the Honda is throttle body you can beef the Honda up a little more than the raptor. but honestly they are both 700's and both crazy fast just the Honda has a better rider stance and isn't as high set as the raptor. more stable and comfortable on the trails
TRY Honda dfw they are good.
The 1986 Honda Shadow VT700C is rated at 56 bhp
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99.3MPH
The 1983 through to 1985 have a low fuel warning light and no reserve switch. The warning light is hooked to a sensor which is in the secondary fuel tank under the seat.
1985 honda shadow 700 fuse box 4 lights
it will run 72 mph