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- Mon Jan 11, 2021 9:36 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: End of an era: Haynes/Chilton
- Replies: 10
- Views: 275
Re: End of an era: Haynes/Chilton
Way to derail a thread, people. 

- Wed Jan 06, 2021 11:24 am
- Forum: Reference Information
- Topic: GONE TO THE DARKSIDE
- Replies: 58
- Views: 8176
Re: GONE TO THE DARKSIDE
I'll be curious to see what sort of mileage the Maxxis delivers. I got over 35K on the Austone on my 1500 and it wasn't to the wear bars!
- Wed Dec 30, 2020 9:20 pm
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: 2020 Retrospective
- Replies: 17
- Views: 491
Re: 2020 Retrospective
While a few of my long distance trips were cancelled, a few others weren't. I was able to put a ton of enjoyable miles -with very little traffic- within a two hundred mile radius of my home, too. I found some really neat back roads I never would have other wise known existed, some really awesome sce...
- Sun Dec 06, 2020 10:04 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: A Writing that a Friend Penned About Riding
- Replies: 8
- Views: 427
Re: A Writing that a Friend Penned About Riding
That puts in word how a lot of us riders feel. Thanks for sharing.
- Sat Dec 05, 2020 8:12 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: Work shop light
- Replies: 18
- Views: 705
Re: Work shop light
The little blue (squarish) led flashlight you get at Harbor Freight for free -it's not rechargeable but the AA batteries are easy to change when needed- is small enough to fit in tight spaces and bright enough for Stevie Wonder to see. The magnet on the back helps you to place it where you need it.
- Sat Dec 05, 2020 8:06 am
- Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
- Topic: Dyeing the vinyl and 100 other projects
- Replies: 3
- Views: 200
Re: Dyeing the vinyl and 100 other projects
If you can follow the directions and know the difference between a hammer and a screwdriver, you can do it. It's really that simple!
- Fri Nov 27, 2020 8:44 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: New 1500 owner
- Replies: 9
- Views: 406
Re: New 1500 owner
If you like it and are happy with it, you did! What anyone pays for something that gives them pleasure is no one's business but their own!Phunnybone wrote: ↑Thu Nov 26, 2020 7:28 pmDamn and I thought I found a good deal when I grabbed a 98SE with 61K for $3300
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 5:58 pm
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: Leg options for keeping warm in cold weather?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1158
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 10:01 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: New 1500 owner
- Replies: 9
- Views: 406
Re: New 1500 owner
Welcome John, to one of the most helpful sites you could have found. Good find on the 1500, you'll love it!
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 9:56 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: Leg options for keeping warm in cold weather?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1158
Re: Leg options for keeping warm in cold weather?
The "Frugal Mans" solution is to get a pair of shin pads similar to what soccer players wear. They attach with a couple of velcro straps that wrap around the leg, offer some fall protection, and even have a protector for the the knee. They can be worn under the pants leg or over, and can usually be ...
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 9:14 am
- Forum: GL1800 (2018+) Information & Questions
- Topic: Luggage capacity comparison 1983 vs 2018
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1497
Re: Luggage capacity comparison 1983 vs 2018
That's what kept me from getting a 1800. While I liked the improved fuel mileage, the reduced luggage carrying capacities, as well as reduced weather and wind protection, were the deal breakers for me.
- Fri Nov 06, 2020 9:49 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: For the first time in 12 years: user banned from the site
- Replies: 16
- Views: 566
Re: For the first time in 12 years: user banned from the site
Thanks Scott- a sad, but in this case,an overdue action. It's been my experience, on some other sites, that there seems to be many from that offenders country that seem to enjoy mucking up various threads and sites for no reason other than creating division. What they don't seem to realize is that a...
- Mon Nov 02, 2020 8:15 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: 2nd Amendment
- Replies: 251
- Views: 12704
Re: 2nd Amendment
Why does it seem that, of the TROLLS that pop up on this site occasionally, are from England? They must have nothing better to do than try to 'stir the sauce', get their jollies getting any kind of response, and take pot shots at the USA. They need to remember that in all likelihood, they'd be speak...
- Sat Oct 31, 2020 6:43 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: How and where do you store your riding gear?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 606
Re: How and where do you store your riding gear?
I installed a six foot long hanger bar underneath the cabinets(kitchen style) in my garage. I hang my jackets(5) and spare rain gear set on it. I'm on the lookout for a small cabinet, or hall seat, to keep the riding boots in. It might be time to think about building an extension on the garage. The ...
- Wed Oct 21, 2020 6:29 pm
- Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
- Topic: TO BLING OR NOT TO BLING !! "THAT IS THE BURNING QUESTION " ??
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1253
Re: TO BLING OR NOT TO BLING !! "THAT IS THE BURNING QUESTION " ??
There is nothing wrong with customizing or personalizing your machine to make it unique or make yours different from thousands of others. Those that do it, don't CARE about resale. That's not why they do it. While some might like plain vanilla-(like everyone else's) others chose to take the road les...
- Mon Oct 19, 2020 7:49 am
- Forum: For Sale/Wanted
- Topic: 1999 GL1500 Trunk Light Set. 1988-2000 For Sale
- Replies: 8
- Views: 698
Re: 1999 GL1500 Trunk Light Set. 1988-2000 For Sale
It would be very nice if everyone would mark/delete or edit items when they are no longer available.
- Mon Oct 12, 2020 4:19 pm
- Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
- Topic: Engine housing broke
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1197
Re: Engine housing broke
That is where (#2) I had a major leak after a piece of steel fell off of a truck and I unavoidably ran it over. I had comprehensive insurance on the bike. I reported it, and an adjuster can out After looking at the damage, and consulting his drawings, concluded the engine was a whole unit and would ...
- Mon Oct 12, 2020 7:01 am
- Forum: Just for Fun
- Topic: My New Face Mask
- Replies: 4
- Views: 735
Re: My New Face Mask
I like mine better.
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 8:04 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: How often do you use your centerstand
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1136
Re: How often do you use your centerstand
I always use it on the 1500, unless on something soft. I only use the sidestand with something under it because the 'foot' is so small, and only when absolutely necessary. Unless you leave the bike in gear, there's nothing to stop it from being able to roll off of the stand.
- Thu Oct 01, 2020 7:40 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: COVID = More Motorcyling?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2407
- Tue Sep 29, 2020 9:40 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: COVID = More Motorcyling?
- Replies: 45
- Views: 2407
Re: COVID = More Motorcyling?
I'm riding much more, especially more late afternoon/early evenings. There has been so little traffic on the roads, I find it much more relaxing than usual. I'm able to ride at whatever pace I want, enjoy the scenery much more, and the places I visit aren't crowded. I guess that's one of the few ups...
- Mon Sep 21, 2020 7:36 am
- Forum: For Sale/Wanted
- Topic: 2002 1800 Goldwing 1500.00
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1520
Re: 2002 1800 Goldwing 1500.00
I would, but it's on the wrong side of the country-and shipping is too expensive for me. It's worth more than that just in parts!
- Mon Sep 21, 2020 7:29 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: Failure!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 569
Re: Failure!
^ No, and we can still joke about o̶i̶l̶ ̶l̶e̶a̶k̶i̶n̶g̶ them marking their territory!
- Thu Sep 17, 2020 3:45 pm
- Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
- Topic: my bike is a pogo stick
- Replies: 28
- Views: 912
Re: my bike is a pogo stick
I find it hard to believe ceramic balancing beads could/would damage a tire. I've run them for over eight years and have never experienced that happening. Metal beads/BBs, yes-but not ceramic beads.
- Wed Sep 16, 2020 8:22 am
- Forum: Goldwing Chat
- Topic: Tires
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1172
Re: Tires
In New York, a tire-whether a car or motorcycle -won't pass the annual inspection if it is less than 2/32". I've always replaced mine before it's flush with the wear bars. Keep in mind also, that the closer it gets to the wear bars, the faster the tires seem to wear. Or you could use the Lucky/Safe ...