Sorry, I should have posted sooner that this seat has been sold.

If you haven't tried, this site might help: http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/

Good luck with your search.

From the photos they look chrome. The U.S. bikes has those as orange with the socket on the back and the harness on the bike but no socket or bulb. Most believe this was built this way for some export markets that required lights vs. reflectors. If allowed where you live, you certainly could upgrade...

I installed a set of daytime running lights on m GL1500 a few years back. If I remember they were from Showchrome but I think most brands are similar. The wiring was already there. There is a relay that is used to provide the on/off function for cornering lights or a jumper that is used for full tim...

Thank you. Thank you.

I always liked the look of the Hondaline ones, even before I owned a GL1800. They were early on my shopping list once I bought the bike. Install is a bit more labor intensive than others. They are not as big which I like better.

Welcome to the forum. Yes, a 1981 Goldwing does not have an automatic transmission. Honda did offer automatic transmission in this time frame but only on the 400 twin or 750 Four models. Those Hondamatic models can be subject to the issues you have raised but I have seen many that still work very we...

Below is from Honda website for current model year but applies to the 2018 & 2019 as well:

All 2020 Gold Wing models feature a complete LED lighting package. The headlights, the taillights, and every bit of instrumentation is LED. LEDs not only last longer, but they’re also lighter and run cooler.

2018

Product review forum has threads/posts for replacement bulbs for earlier years.

I have been watching a show called Brain Games on NETFLIX. It has some information regarding how we draw conclusions and make decisions.

I have seen a small number of folks report that another driver said "I thought you were signaling okay." IMHO these other drivers did not see you (as described above) and only recognized their mistake after the fact, using the modulator as an excuse. If one actually looks at a correctly installed mo...

Another new member. Welcome to the forum.

There are methods to measure non-events. It is truly a research project and requires some work. Whether funded by a grant or a scholar thesis, important work that needs to be done.

Funny question, don't you think it would be factory installed if there was any verified data on the effect ? I live in Netherlands, Europe and as far as I know we are one of the few countries where you get a 10 % discount on the insurance premium after attending an advance rider safety training. Ou...

I am planning the same winter project. I thought one ounce would be enough but actually I bought two three ounce bags. My plan is to use half a bag (1-1/2 oz. less spillage) in each tire but wanted the two filtered valve cores. I'll save the other bag of beads for a future job. I also plan to instal...

Not extremely funny but all I remember at the moment. Walked out of a Subway restaurant after lunch. Stereotypical mom with minivan and three kids was loading up right next to me. I donned the gear, straddled over and hit start. She actually tensed and flinched as I was firing up. Then she exclaimed...

My 1500 never beeped except the poor OEM horn. Makes me think there is a bad ground or short, perhaps in the left handlebar switch box as it has both turn signals and horn buttons. If it's not the horn you hear, is it possible that someone has installed a reminder signal to turn off the directional ...

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http://www.oldwings.com/

Pistol Pete's GL1000 Carb rebuild service and others

does he do 1500 carbs?

I do have one local to me that I trust but sorry to say I do not have a mechanic local to you. I would suggest that whomever you select use parts from Randakk's: https://www.randakks.com/ Bill Ferguson Specializes in Valkyries but may do work on the Goldwing. Good thing is he comes to you. Here's a ...

I think either a 2006 or a 2007 is an excellent choice. Two years ago, I, like you, started to get an urge to move from the GL1500 to a GL1800. I was checking all the local used bikes, mostly 2006-2010. When the time came, I fell into a deal on a 2015 with 2000 miles and still under warranty. Althou...

Not withstanding the poor telephone customer service, at the time of the original post the Helm manuals were backordered with no delivery date available.

If you look at a Clymer or Haynes manual side by side with a Honda manual you will see similar issues to what my2009wing has described.

The 2012-2017 seat will go on a 2001-2010 only by the "beat to fit" method. A 2001-2010 seat will go on a 2012-2017 but leave a gap between it and the side covers requiring "paint to suit." Better off to get a proper fitting seat for BOTH the bike AND the butt.

Gloves: I seem to wear these out most frequently. Olympia summer weight did not make one season, Fulmer summer weight gave me four seasons and I just bought some KLIM. Heavier gauntlet set from Roadgear have lasted well along with heated Gerbings. A couple Firstgear jackets are still in service. I t...

https://one.nhtsa.gov/people/injury/pedbimot/motorcycle/00-nht-212-motorcycle/toc.html https://msf-usa.org/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4771245/ I am surprised when I see another motorcycle with one. Very infrequent. There really has not been a study on the effects (positive and neg...

Is it wired for factory heat?

I understand the potential risks of running a car tire but would like to still. I know the size and brand/model I want but I can’t find anyone willing to do the install. I trust the tire but not myself to install/balance it. Does anyone know of a chain willing to install these tires or do you have ...

Different but interchangeable. The 2001-2005 has amber lens for directional lights; 2006-2010 uses clear lens with amber colored bulbs. Similar situation for trunk mounted red lights. The 2012-2017 trunk lights are also interchangeable but go back to the earlier red lens with clear bulbs.