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GoldWingrGreg

Year is always helpful ???

GoldWingrGreg

This subject may have been addressed before,, but I couldn't find any reference to it, so here goes:- How does one replace the Left side High Beam bulb on a GL1800 Airbag model? The manual says "remove fairing pocket, unplug the wire and remove bulb" or words to that effect. Wing wiring.jpg See the...

GoldWingrGreg

Helminc is the company who distributes Honda manuals here in the states. They used to sell an Owner's Manual that came in 3 maybe 4 languages. Currently I don't see that as a choice. Has he tried ordering one from his local Honda dealer ??? Owner's Manuals are not very expensive ... $17 for USA. htt...

GoldWingrGreg

The windshield on my 1800 raises up but will not go down. Is there a simple fix or do I need a new ratchet mechanism? Because the lever is not flipping probably means part #25 is now missing. When I do this repair, and it's been a while, I believe I replace part #25, 23, 25, and 26. I used to think...

GoldWingrGreg

Did you pull it all the way up to flip the lever over to allow it to go down. If in doubt, check the Owner's Manual.

GoldWingrGreg

controlu wrote: ↑
Fri Mar 20, 2020 3:10 pm
Is there such a thing A Rear Brake Master Cylinder upgrade to help stopping when hauling a trailer?

None that I'm aware of. Be sure you are using both front and rear brakes and all pads should be OEM. When towing having a Wing with ABS can be a huge benefit.

What is the GVW of the trailer ???

GoldWingrGreg

See if Techdude2000 will help by sending him a PM.

GoldWingrGreg

GoldWingrGreg wrote: ↑
Fri Mar 13, 2020 6:09 am
I think your method for fault finding is correct. It might be better to just mail him another harness assembly, or credit him back his money, and move on to another customer. His issue may have everything to do with his particular audio-helmet setup, and nothing to do with your harness.

GoldWingrGreg

I think your method for fault finding is correct. It might be better to just mail him another harness assembly, or credit him back his money, and move on to another customer. His issue may have everything to do with his particular audio-helmet setup. Many GW owners have noise suppression devises inl...

GoldWingrGreg

OK please enlighten me. What is a rake? How does it get changed? I need educated. On 5th gen GL1800s, a rake kit is an aftermarket triple tree that increases the fork angle an add'l 4.5-6.5 degrees. In almost all cases they are used on 3-wheeled Wings. If a rake kit is installed on a 2-whl, they ha...

GoldWingrGreg

From 2001-17, all wheels are interchangeable. Below are the differences that I know of.
- some have different finishes ... color, clear coat
- some have TMPS sensors, some have standard valve stems

GoldWingrGreg

I recently had the front fork seals replaced and now experiencing a bouncy ride at all speeds. Went back to the shop and they don't know why this is happening. Funny thing is the bike rode fine before have these seals replaced; looking for help with what could be causing this. Year ??? Mileage ??? ...

GoldWingrGreg

An Owner's Manual gives information on operation, care, maintenance, and what to do in emergency situations. For anyone who does not have one, they can be ordered from www.helminc.com. They usually cost less than $20. The answers to probably more than 70% of the questions posted on forum web pages c...

GoldWingrGreg

Next time you might consider looking in the Owner's Manual. Below is the path.

Owner's Manual > index > wheel removal > front wheel removal

GoldWingrGreg

"Dirty" also means that the inside of the engine is now dirty too. That can often be seen by pulling a valve cover or timing cap. On 5th gens, and as time passes and more miles and examples show up, it can be shown over and over again that the engineers really do know what they are talking about whe...

GoldWingrGreg

I know of 3 reverse trike kits available for 5th gen wings. The companies that make them are Motortrike, Hannigan, and Tilting Motor Works. Of those 3, I've only worked on and rode a Motortrike. If I recall, I liked the ride, but was really turned off by the wide turning radius.

GoldWingrGreg

Honda recommends silicone grease for the o-ring at the end of the pad's pin, and for the slide pins under the boots.

Never lube the pin where the pads ride, it will only attract rode dirt and that can lead to interfere with brake operations.

GoldWingrGreg

So the question is - how to turn off the ABS light. If you paid to have your trike kit installed, the trike builder should have done it. There are a couple of ways to do it. For instructions, it is best to go to various trike kit web pages that offer instructions to install their kits. In the instr...

GoldWingrGreg

I believe you are referring to a belly pan. I do GL1800 repair and have thus far replace 5 engine cases due to punctures. Of those 5, 3 had belly pans. Here's a case that's sitting in my office. It was punctured by a 1/2" combo wrench made in China. It belly pan enveloped and trapped the wrench. Gr...

GoldWingrGreg

Thanks for the replies. I considered a threaded fastener with rubber washers. The top part is slotted. Is that correct or has it been broken? Factory service manual on order BTW Dawg Without a backed up view for a reference, I believe I'm looking at your picture correctly. That's the left side basi...

GoldWingrGreg

Been looking for ages???? and cant find the Clutch bleeder Pretty sure its at the front right hand side behind the fairing So fairings off and still looking? send pictures and information please My regards from the land down under where a month ago the country was on fire And now theirs floods Vide...

GoldWingrGreg

I believe you are referring to a belly pan. I do GL1800 repair and have thus far replace 5 engine cases due to punctures. Of those 5, 3 had belly pans. Here's a case that's sitting in my office. It was punctured by a 1/2" combo wrench made in China. It belly pan enveloped and trapped the wrench.

GoldWingrGreg

On what bike??? You call your repair shop and what is the 1st thing they ask you when you ask a question like you did? Make, model, and year is always helpful !!! Doesn't it drive ya nut that many people think we know what they ride ??? Next the OP is gonna say it's "that it's in his avatar," but w...

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The fastener goes in from the under side. If you look into the fork tunnel area, there could be more missing. Part #28 in the fishe below. Usually those are referred to as plastic rivets. Be sure to get the OEM ones. https://www.mrcycles.com/oemparts/a/hon/5053ec91f870021c54be43a3/cowl For newer 5th...

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I'm new to the site having recently traded my VTX1300 for a 2005GL1800A. I've been trying to research as much as I can about maintaining my new ride. I'm wondering how many of you believe the engine plate that attaches under the engine is important? 10 years on my VTX and the most I ever noticed ki...

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