You need to determine the most likely source of the oil loss before tearing the engine apart, or replacing it. Easy to do work, replace parts and not get to the problem. You can also do a leak down test that compliments the compression test. It will tell you if there is excess leakage in the valves ...

Congrats on your coming retirement. Been retired for 6 years, and as has been said, it's a great life. You do need a reason to get out of bed. Find a good hobby, buy a project Goldwing, but you have to have something. Mine is my '85 1200 Limited Edition, always something or I can find something to k...

You may want to consider doing a leak down test as well. This will indicate whether there are leaks with the valves and rings. If you are going to do the valve seals, you may want to consider doing a lapping of the valves as well to clean the valves and valve seats, or take into a machine shop and h...

it is not necessary to remove the wire from the Zener diode to the battery.it in the circuit still monitors the voltage through the connection in the circuit Have been trying to educate myself on the different diodes being used and how these work in the schematics presented. Tough time getting my m...

Have you removed the clutch cover. It has to come off before you can pull the rear cover off.

We decided to upgrade to the SRL headsets and sell the SMH10R units to her brother and sister-in-law. They are enjoying them. I sold the headsets for what I paid for them so the damage of the new SRL units was not as bad. The helmet I replaced was the BMW system 6, made by Schubert. I tried other le...

I'd just do the dust and oil seals, not much can go wrong with the calipers.

The only route I can suggest is to ensure you unplug any additional wiring that is not original, go back to stock wiring. Is there any additional non-stock lighting up front? Are there driving lights? Disconnect as well. When you disconnected the trailer wiring, did you remove it in its entirety? Si...

I've done extensive reading of the various threads and this has got to be a first or if not, close to it. Dash and travel computer unusual combination for both to have an issue. At least you have narrowed the issue(s) so you can now get fixing or replacing. Good luck. Cheers

Check fuse 7 as well. It is for the travel computer, license plate light, and taillights. If you have an issue with the travel computer wonde rwhy this fuse did not blow as well.

Fuse #4 is for the instrument panel, brake light and taillight sensor, and indicator light check relay. If #4 fuse is blowing check these items. If there are add on lights I would check that wiring first. You shouldn't have to take off the front fairing to troubleshoot. Unusual for the trip computer...

Been following the thread, always new information to be gleaned from one. The connectors in your hand plug into the connectors on the side piece. These are for the front fairing where ever it is, for items such as signal lights, clearance lights, dash, headlight and the likes. I have the brown conne...

Looking for information on 1200/1500 crank journal sizes for comparison. Have one thread on this forum: https://goldwingdocs.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=30034 Doing a comparison for future reference and possible work. Apparently the crank main bearings are no longer available, and only the "brown" con...

Good start on the decorations.

Cut the filter element in half and see what is on the inside, may be some crud. Here is a picture of the one off my 1500: Cheers

Rednax60, That suspension set up sounds a good combo. Bike is worth the upgrade, Cheers. Agree wholeheartedly. Suspension gets weak/soft after time, and needs to be replaced, even if it is with new OEM parts. I liken this to going into a tire shop to get work done. Almost always, when you walk in t...

A set of Progressive 416 air shocks for the rear will also make a difference. Installed the Progressive springs and rear shocks on my '95 1500. Came with a Superbrace when I bought it. Agree with the suspension mindset, keeps the tires firmly planted on the road, improves ride quality and performanc...

Have them on my 1985 Limited Edition, just past 30,000 Kms and not a the wear bars.

Upgraded the headlights today with LED lights: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07CG1Z9X4/ref=pe_3034960_236394800_TE_dp_1 Go figure, paid the $59.99 and now these are reduced to $49.99. Can you tell how these lights performed, I've been thinking about these as well. So far the LED lights I installed are ...

Found a good article on the history of the front end. Interesting read and also has information on the TRAC system. Here is the web site: https://www.bikeme.tv/index.php/history ... nd-part-i/


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Sorry to hear, but everything in its time. Good luck. Cheers

Always like reading your reviews. Good little unit; however, checked Amazon.ca and the unit is there at a whopping $137.79 with free shipping. eBay.ca is $73.93 plus $16.60 shipping - all prices in CDN dollars. Talk about turning the other cheek. Like the way this unit works, will have to do a littl...

Price drop on Amazon.ca from $44.00 CDN to $30.00 CDN plus free Prime shipping

Congrats on your new acquisition and glad the Mrs enjoys it as well. Picked up my 1995 SE in July and we are enjoying it immensely as well. Did the maintenance I felt necessary as well, but also upgraded the suspension with Progressive fork springs and rear air shocks. Has made a significant differe...

When I had mine, taking the plastic off was a bit disconcerting at first, but if you are gentle not a worry. Make sure you flush the brake and clutch fluid as well, absorbs a lot of water over time. Take pictures of your work.

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The future. A friend sent me this article. Who's going to be first to get and report on: https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2018/11/duba ... overbikes/

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