I've done many of these installations. The GL1800 and 1500 use the same size tire on the front. I've been using the Bridgestone BT-45 Battlax rear tire size 130/70-18 bias ply (Dennis Kirk $113.00). I know that guys are going to say that you should never run radial tires on the rear and bias on the ...

Been that route. I knew that would be a long shot as each bike uses it own unique hitch. I've checked with several dealers with the same response, that being that "dealers don't stock parts". Some offered to contact Tow Pac but got the same response that I got ("we no longer offer hitch kits"). The ...

I recently purchased a used 2000 Gl1500 with a TowPac kit installed (or so I thought). It turns out that the previous owner bought the TowPac through ebay and did not realize that he did not get "EVERYTHING" (the main hitch that stays attached to the bike. Not knowing that, he took what he had purch...

I've got a complete set of "Markland" boards with shifter and brake peddle. These are in near perfect condition. I'll part ways with them for $250. plus shipping. I live north /east of you up in Saginaw. I've also got a complete set of stock pegs, shifter and brake peddle (also in new condition), if...

Having it down as far as you do, it's a great time to do upgrades to the rear suspension ie: ss preload hose, fill and bleed all air from the system or replace worn components. These are all well documented problems, and several of us can help you out if you need help.

Those five band clamps are original, and that's where leaks commonly appear. You might be best off draining the system, disassembling and cleaning those connections and using some better clamps. As for pressurizing the system, some of the better auto parts stores have a free tool loaner program, as ...

After speaking with CSC (Escapade) and doing a goggle search, it appears that this problem has happened to others, but by no means in large enough numbers to be alarming. CSC has made changes to this area in recent years to simplify production across all models according to them. I could upgrade min...

I doubt that you have a bad water pump. Most times it's just a loose clamp. It's a shame that so much has to be removed to get at them though. Do your homework, take pictures and take your time... You can do this! I made a cardboard diagram of where all of the removed screws and bolts go and poke ho...

The other area that I've seen hard to find leaks is behind the right side heat shield below the cylinder head. There are coolant hoses and clamps down there. If you have a belly pan installed, a leak in that area could easily drip onto the pan and find its way to the rear if the bike. Pull the belly...

Take a close look and make sure that you didn't snag the reserve tan and poak a hole in that. Usually if there is a leak that far back, it's from that tank. I probably change six or more of these tanks every season... it's that common. In most cases that I've seen, if there is a leak from the hoses ...

Sorry, I didn't realize that this post was so old... I'll pay more attention next time. Merry Christmas anyway!

Did you clean the master cylinder and make sure that the relief hole is clear? The brake recalls have all been related to the rear brakes. They won't do anything with the front unless you request it. And don't forget the clutch system too. All of those fluids should be changed every TWO years... No ...

I find that it always works much easier if you remove that allen head bolt before removing the top fork cap (let the spring tension work to your advantage). And yes, a good quality impact gun helps. I always spend the extra 15 minutes and remove the fork tubes from the bike. It makes the whole job e...

Winter is here... We got our first snowfall of the year here in MI. last night. Boo-Hoo! I have a suspension problem with my Escapade trailer that I'd like to know if anyone else here has experienced. The 3/4" dia. stub spindle that the trailing arm attaches to snapped off approx. 1" inside of the t...

I had all of the plastic removed except for the fairing itself, so it was easy to check all of the connections and even tried another ignition switch. Narrowed it down to the pulse generators. Someone on another site explained how to test them. Ordered a new set from Partzilla, installed them, and a...

I had remembered that Honda had an ignition switch recall on some GL1200s, and I had an extra one so I plugged it in (without actually mounting though) without any difference. I'm going to test the pulse generators next. I've already cleaned up some bad connections at the starter relay/main fuse and...

I'm dealing with an '86 Gl1200 asp. with an intermittent electrical problem. The bike will start right up and run just fine, then for no reason, acts like someone hit the kill switch. All of the lights remain on and without touching anything, you can hit the start button and it will fire right up an...

I too have been trying to find info about this company. If anyone out there has any knowledge regarding a source, please pass it along. Thank you!

You're welcome! Glad I could help.

This is a sidecar rig so it does see more stress than normal. I got my order a couple of days ago and installed them yesterday. The Valkyrie dampers part number 06410-MBH-000 ($32.75) comes as a set of five rubber dampers with the aluminum collars molded right in. Everything went together just fine....

I think that I figured it out! In either application, the aluminum collars need to be ordered separately and by the piece. The rubber dampers are the same, but for whatever reason, they come as a set of five when ordered as a Valkyrie part for $32.75. If you look up the Goldwing application, they ar...

Does anyone out there know if the rear wheel dampers for a GL1500 Valkyrie will work on a GL1500 Wing (1996) ? It seems that I remember something about this from a while back. The Valkyrie set is considerably cheaper, and it looks like everything (rubbers and aluminum collars) comes as a complete se...

I quit using them several years ago after numerous cases of failure, all on different bikes. From bearings to seals to rotor problems. All were just out of warranty (just over a year). In Michigan that equates to 7-8 months of use. For what they cost, that did not set well with my customers. I had b...

Too bad our hands are tied when it comes to factory recalls. I begged the service manager at my local dealer to let me do my own work (knowing they weren't going to let me). I said I'd even sign a work ticket making it look like they did the repair... No Dice! The scarry point for me was when I drop...

As you say JD, we will never know what really happened. I make my living working on these things (have my own shop), so I see this kind of stuff daily. Personally, I highly doubt that there were any "swollen seals". I have yet to rebuild an 1800 front master. My hunch is that you had some hardening ...