Motorcycle Repair: points adjustment, 1975 honda cb360t, emery paper

Question
I have a 1975 Honda CB360T that has some timing issues. Idling, it backfires slightly (just a sputter every few seconds). It has problems starting off in low RPMs so I have to rev it quite a bit so it doesn't stall. I am pretty sure this has to do with the points adjustment and possibly the timing. First, can you tell me how to adjust the points? Any special tools needed (gap measure, etc)? Second, how do I adjust timing? I am assuming both are related. And I do have a Clymers manual but it is limited.

Thank you,
Corey

Answer
Corey,

make sure the points are flat and
clean. Use a small file or some
emery paper to clean them and
then use some clean paper to pull
through and make sure they are really clean.
Replace them if necessary.

The points should open about .014" gap
when on the highest point of the points
cam. This is about the thickness of
an average bank or credit card.

The metal cam under the points
has springs and weights on it
to advance the timing when running.
Make sure it turns slightly
in a forward direction,
they can seize up.
You can pull the points plate off
to have a look at it.

Now, the points should just break
open when the rotor "F" or "LF" for left
marks align with the pointer on the engine.

You can use a small test light or
a timing light to check this.

Adjust by turning the points
backing plate for the left side.
Then try to get the right side
set by adjusting the point
gap if necessary.

If the gap has to be too far
out to get both points
set right, the points fibre
rubbing blocks may be worn
and you need new points.

Once it is firing on the marks,
put a tiny bit of grease on the
points cam for lubrication.

If using a timing light the
bike must be idling as
the marks will move when
you speed up the engine.
This is due to the advance
assy I mentioned.

http://oldmanhonda.com/MC/Rtiming.html