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by John K
Tue Nov 26, 2024 4:34 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+
Replies: 9
Views: 263

Re: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+

Always plugged into Battery Tender at house Back 20 years ago I added too many lights for stock alternator to handle I found out while on trips as bike would start missing while riding it, sometimes won't start after stopping for gas, lunch or whatever Replaced battery on several trips Should have p...
by John K
Tue Nov 26, 2024 4:15 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+
Replies: 9
Views: 263

Re: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+

Per Honda Service Manual

Trying to help

A whole list of things to check out

Best of luck
by John K
Tue Nov 26, 2024 8:26 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+
Replies: 9
Views: 263

Re: 99 1500 29,000 miles, Rough engine at 65+

Wonder if your fuel petcock has a vacuum leak ?
25 year old thin rubber
Difficult to see cracks or hole best to run vacuum test per manual
Best of luck
by John K
Fri Oct 25, 2024 10:28 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Burning issue with tall windshield
Replies: 48
Views: 7882

Re: Burning issue with tall windshield

I used to have an extra tall and wide windshield on my 1500 which Like WingAdmin, there was evidence of melting around ignition switch area, which I replaced And Like michcycle77 melting at bottom of gauges like his picture The solution I chose to remedy the problem is a Madstad windshield system wi...
by John K
Mon Oct 21, 2024 2:09 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Introduction + GL1500 Project
Replies: 20
Views: 1404

Re: Introduction + GL1500 Project

Spray those rubber grommets that hold the side panels on to the frame to keep them soft I spray a little silicone on them most every time I remove them for whatever reason Keep the rear passenger's floorboards up when you don't have a passenger to help keep the panels from blowing away Very difficul...
by John K
Sat Oct 12, 2024 5:32 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Introduction + GL1500 Project
Replies: 20
Views: 1404

Re: Introduction + GL1500 Project

I looked at Cyclemax website at OEM parts and you are right about bolts sizes not being specific May I suggest looking in " Goldwing Vendors " on this forum ( just search for 1500 stuff ) I was in Florida a couple years ago and visited a vendor from page 3 called Motoplus Parts and bought ...
by John K
Wed Oct 09, 2024 8:42 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Engine loosing power
Replies: 2
Views: 904

Re: Engine loosing power

Maybe Used to be that we rode our Wing with our friends on their Wing most weekends One time on our way home I decided to get on the interstate to get home safer as it was harvesting season for corn But When I accelerated hard to get up to highway speed the Wing almost quit Luckily the entrance ramp...
by John K
Wed Oct 09, 2024 5:57 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Introduction + GL1500 Project
Replies: 20
Views: 1404

Re: Introduction + GL1500 Project

I apologize I should have said this in my previous post Go to the " Home " page Click on " How To Articles " Then go down to " GL1500 DIY Articles " click on it Lots of information with pictures in that section I believe " How to replace your throttle cables "...
by John K
Tue Oct 08, 2024 4:41 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Introduction + GL1500 Project
Replies: 20
Views: 1404

Re: Introduction + GL1500 Project

Welcome to the forum Don't forget to change clutch fluid also Brake & clutch fluids should be changed every 2 years afterwards Don't get any of the fluid on any plastic parts as it destroys plastic Replace the Cruise filter and sub filter Replace fuel filter and while in that area, check the fue...
by John K
Tue Oct 01, 2024 9:12 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Traxxion Suspension
Replies: 22
Views: 4478

Re: Traxxion Suspension

Soujrnr I have been talking with my nephew that lives in Kodak, TN that he needs to make an appointment at Traxxion and ride his 012 Wing down the two lane roads to Woodstock, Ga. and get the Full Monty done. He needs to spend some of his money before it gets even moldier Maybe you two could get a d...
by John K
Mon Sep 23, 2024 4:15 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: One problem after another! Making progress.
Replies: 4
Views: 394

Re: One problem after another! Making progress.

Please accept my condolences for the passing of your dad. My dad has been gone for 23 years. Miss him daily Looks like he left you a nice 98 Wing A good year, if I do say so Make sure you look in that pile of records to see if the timing belts were changed, I would think so based on the miles Even t...
by John K
Mon Sep 23, 2024 3:50 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: ISO GL1500 headlight
Replies: 5
Views: 475

Re: ISO GL1500 headlight

Page 5 has a post which is closer to you in Pottstown, PA

By Shortys86 Aspencade

Parts are from a 97

Just trying to help spend your money

Good luck
by John K
Mon Sep 23, 2024 3:20 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: ISO GL1500 headlight
Replies: 5
Views: 475

Re: ISO GL1500 headlight

Look on page 4 of For Sale/ Wanted
Parts for sale post by Riley 1841
Has pictures of what he had for sale
Maybe he still has what you are needing
And yours will be wonderful again

Trying to help
Take Care
by John K
Fri Sep 20, 2024 12:24 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB 1500 Pillion Step Chrome Cover
Replies: 4
Views: 1378

Re: Bought one, thanks WTB 1500 Pillion Step Chrome Cover

John K wrote: Thu Jun 27, 2024 3:46 pm Wish to buy
Left Cover Pillion Step Holder Cover for 98 1500
Part number 50831-MW5-770
See attached pictures

Was helping a friend jump his bike & positive cable came off & messed up chrome.
Will have a jump box from now on

Thanks in advance for your help & input
by John K
Fri Sep 20, 2024 12:09 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: EVEN EXCHANGE? or...
Replies: 5
Views: 608

Re: EVEN EXCHANGE? or...

Maybe send message to Riley 1841

He has a post on page 4 of for sale/wanted

He said he had mufflers so maybe he has the bar you wish

Trying to help

Best of luck
by John K
Fri Sep 13, 2024 9:57 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Traxxion Suspension
Replies: 22
Views: 4478

Re: Traxxion Suspension

From what I hear and have read Changing the preload line for rear shock to steel braided is a much needed upgrade for the 1800 Traxxion Dynamics & Race Tech both change them Had Traxxion do front forks on my 1500 about 7 years ago Got rid of anti-dive Bike doesn't squat when stood up off side st...
by John K
Mon Sep 09, 2024 5:05 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500
Replies: 7
Views: 1267

Re: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500

Clear as mud I apologize for doing post and not private message but I don’t know how to attach pictures in message. May I suggest you cut a piece of cardboard or chip board to sizes IT IS ONE PIECE OF PLASTIC Angles and bends ( difference between left and right is the short piece is bent opposite di...
by John K
Mon Sep 09, 2024 3:59 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500
Replies: 7
Views: 1267

Re: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500

I could remove the clear plastic dividers from the inside of my truck and take pictures with measurements & angles Maybe you could make your own ? I have cargo nets in the saddle bag lids, I didn't go with the plastic dividers Could you make your own cargo nets ? If any of this could help you le...
by John K
Mon Sep 09, 2024 3:44 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500
Replies: 7
Views: 1267

Re: Odds and ends wanted for GL1500

I was looking in For Sale/Wanted section and saw the following

Wonder if he still has them

Wonder if 1800 liners will fit in 1500 ( I would think so but what do I know )

Best of luck
by John K
Wed Sep 04, 2024 8:55 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: problem with headlight & fog light
Replies: 5
Views: 1536

Re: problem with headlight & fog light

Both low beam bulbs burned. Got some new H7 halogens and am having a heck of a time getting the spring clips in place. I have big hands and forearms and it is difficult to get in there. I also have not had any luck from below. Any tips? I surprised myself and a friend that owns an 1800 as I took my...
by John K
Tue Sep 03, 2024 7:13 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: new alt and new whine in radio
Replies: 3
Views: 492

Re: new alt and new whine in radio

Maybe Electrical Connection in Knoxville, Tennessee has what you need ?

Check their website
by John K
Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:58 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: problem with headlight & fog light
Replies: 5
Views: 1536

Re: problem with headlight & fog light

Probably not the answer you are looking for Go to top of page Gl1800 Information & Questions Type in search box next to yellow box Headlight not working There are 40 plus posts there maybe one of them has had the same or similar situation Maybe reading them will give you some ideas or things to ...
by John K
Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:29 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Cornering lights
Replies: 5
Views: 662

Re: Cornering lights

that was suppose to be put led lights in but wont come on. and how to get them to run all time instead of cornering only. Go to the top of page of GL1500 Information & Questions Next to the yellow topic box Type in the search box Converting cornering lights to driving lights I believe you will ...
by John K
Fri Aug 30, 2024 8:32 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Needing Recommendations In Toronto Canada
Replies: 2
Views: 637

Re: Needing Recommendations In Toronto Canada

Under " Goldwing Vendors " in this website is about 8

I wonder if Rosey Toes is a good place ??

If they aren't what your are looking for maybe they know a place or someone

I never been to any of them, trying to help

Take care and best of luck
by John K
Thu Aug 29, 2024 10:05 am
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: Passenger foot boards not staying down
Replies: 1
Views: 651

Re: Passenger foot boards not staying down

Like you I got out my Honda Service Manual

page 13-20 & 13-21

I wonder if the lever or the cable are not moving far enough so the link arm can do their job ??

Maybe the remote cable, link arms, and lever just need lubed so it will all move freely

Best of luck