ok so im trying to find something prolly really easy to find

[swader]

but where the heck is the air filter located and how do i get to it?? TIA

[Magnum Magna]

The air box is under the tank.  That is why the Magna's tank looks big but does not hold as much as one would think.

So I do believe you must remove the tank to get to it.

[swader]

yeah so i guess ill take it to dealer cause i need new tires anyway.... thanks man

[Magnum Magna]

Removing the tank is easy.  You will need to remove the seat to get to the tank bolt. Just turn off the petcock remove the tank bolt at the seat remove the fuel line and air vent tube under the tank. Lift off the tank and open the air box and there is the filter.  Good luck.  

I have not replaced my filter but have removed my tank many times.

[RedMagna]

swader
DUDE!  If you'll just post here, I'll actually do a video of how to get to the air filter if you'll do it yourself and NOT PAY a dealer to change an air filter.  This has got to be one of the EASIEST things to do.

I've got a new video camera and would love to do a video if it will save you money![/b]

[archiefl98]

Check out the first seven pages of this:
http://www.shotsnapped.com/public/carburetor/

That should get you exactly what you need to change/clean your air filter.

It's really a simple job.  Not worth paying a dealer IMHO.

[Jerry G Turner]

swader I live in arlington if you need any help with that give me a shout I will be more than happy to show you how to get to the air cleaner.

[seratt]

Check out the first seven pages of this:
http://www.shotsnapped.com/public/carburetor/

That should get you exactly what you need to change/clean your air filter.

It's really a simple job.  Not worth paying a dealer IMHO.

Thanks for that link.  That's really nice to have.  I was wondering the same thing.

Btw, how often should we replace the air filter on the 3rd gen Magnas?  I'll have to check mine this weekend I guess.

[RedMagna]

The Honda Manual recommends 18,000 km/11,000 miles for Air Filter changes.  With a side note saying that if in wet or dusty to change more frequently.

I cannot find where I got this 1994 VF750C Maintenance Manual in pdf format, but if someone doesn't give a link to it, I'll put it somewhere for you to download if you like.

[swader]

swader
DUDE!  If you'll just post here, I'll actually do a video of how to get to the air filter if you'll do it yourself and NOT PAY a dealer to change an air filter.  This has got to be one of the EASIEST things to do.

I've got a new video camera and would love to do a video if it will save you money![/b]

okay well that would be great!! are you going to video on your bike lol or do you want to use mine?? hahaa

[John Luttrell]

3rd generation Magna Service Manual.........
http://www.magnarider.com/manual.pdf

[RedMagna]

swader

I think I'll use mine, but thanks as I don't think you want to drive to South Carolina so we can video.     Just don't want you having to pay a dealer anything extra, for something so easy.

I'll start on the video this week and try to have it on google video by the weekend.

[swader]

swader

I think I'll use mine, but thanks as I don't think you want to drive to South Carolina so we can video.     Just don't want you having to pay a dealer anything extra, for something so easy.

I'll start on the video this week and try to have it on google video by the weekend.

okay cool dude thanks a lot... i mean i guess the only reason i was going have them do it is because i was getting new tires and figured while your in there might as well but i bet taking the gas tank off, they would charge me pretty good for labor... but okay cool that rocks...and i have a tv in my garage that i can hook my monitor up too n work on my bike while watching it... badass

[dc112675]

i was getting new tires and figured while your in there might as well but i bet taking the gas tank off, they would charge me pretty good for labor...

I think that is the safest bet you can make.  Now I am not saying that mechanics are a bunch of cheats (not at all), but I haven't come across one that does things for free.  They had to learn their trade and have to put food on the table.   And at $40 an hour for labor, changing the a/f can be pricey (read: that makes for a nice steak on the table).  

And short of lubing the chain, changing the a/f might be the easiest.  Removing the tank involves 2-4 bolts (depending on your seat, which has to come off first) and then a few screws (or is it clamps?) to get the cover off.   At any rate, I had never done it before and it didn't take more than an hour.  I bet some of these guys here can do it in 15 minutes with their eyes closed.    

Plus the satisfaction of grabbing your belt buckle, sticking out your chest, and telling someone "Yep, the other day I did some work on my motorcycle . . . "  You might want to leave the grease under your fingernails to prove it.

One thing to remember, make sure the new filter seats well.  Otherwise you are gonna have trouble down the road.

[Greg Cothern]

This is why we hold the wrench sessions to help teach so folks can save their $$$ for accessories hehehehe.