Nice ride. Power to the bike goes through the connections of the starter solenoid (obvious). When the battery is connected to the solenoid, there are two pins that are live at all times with a good fuse installed. The other two pins are for powering the internal solenoid switch allowing power from t...

There is a sensor assembly, stop P/N 35160-ML8-701 on the 1987 1200A, operates the same as the bank angle sensor. My '85 1200 LTD FI model has one as well. The '87 Aspy is located forward in front around the coils. Check the on line fiche for the '87 Aspy and it is in the ignition coil section numbe...

Only use oils that have an API donut with the lower half blank as per: API-CK-4-Donut-non-energy.jpg The lower half left blank indicates there are no energy or friction reducing additives in the oil. These older GWs were designed to use a high detergent, good quality oil with no additives, just like...

The oscilloscope is a great tool and it provides information a multimeter cannot. QA on these small components is not the best, and as you mention, even new these small components can be faulty. Good catch/fix. Cheers

No worries, like spending other peoples money!! Ordering the acrylic case for the one I have. In defense of my actions, you are more electronic savvy than I. These small items can save a lot of time and energy when things go awry. Cheers

In doing research for an aftermarket ECU upgrade/replacement for the ECU on my '85 LTD, I cam e across this little gem on a thread in another forum. It is a small DSO 138 oscilloscope . I decided that this would be a good addition for my test equipment so I went on Amazon.ca and found a similar alre...

Just did a tire change on the 1500 with 90 deg stems. The installer would have put the beads in during install but I did not have them with me because I was told the week before when I had the 1200 tires changed that they would not put the beads in. I put the beads in through the valves when I got h...

I need to change my coolant temp sensor on my 1200 Limited. I could use any help and/or suggestions. Like #1, where is it? :?: The temp sensor is behind the heat shield on the same pipe as the fan thermo switch. What is the issue with the switch? Good to hear that the fan is working correctly. PM s...

If you have that much money, and are of a person of interest (POI) maybe you have the need, but most of us don't. Won't get far on my bank account. Besides, if you want information on people there is enough on the web and you will be found. Years ago you would phone up the phone company for a phone ...

Your first picture of the head shows a carbon build up under the exhaust valve, not a lot from what I can see. Carbon build up under the exhaust valve(s) is a primary source of low compression and will get worse overt time. I would recommend taking the other head off while you are at this, take them...

Thanks for posting the pics. Checked the owner of the thread, be better if you started a new one so we can be specific about your issue. Will review your issue regarding the wiring.

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Interesting scenario - something is not hooked up properly. I have the alt conversion on my '85 LTD. The main wire to the battery is fine. The three wires on the back of the alternator are for sense, excite and a lamp. Here is a picture of it: 3-wire connections - 2.jpg If this is not what you have,...

Had an '08 1800, I'm 6'2 and 220. The seat was modified to suit, extra 2 inches added to the seat and moved back 2 inches. Used the same seat skin. Huge difference. Before work was done, knees were only about an inch from the front fairing, and I was getting pinched between the shoulder blades, very...

Getting at some long overdue maintenance. New tires installed, Michelin Commander on the front and Austone taxi tire for rear. Local shop installed the rear tire, not an issue for them. Going to finish up the additional wiring for the USB and a few other items. New u-joint boot installed. Not a lot ...

Congrats on your new purchase. As winguyjo mentions these are great bikes once you get them sorted out. Finding a mechanic for these older bikes is a challenge, and can be near impossible. Get the OEM service and the electrical troubleshooting manuals, supplement these with a Haynes or Clymer and a ...

Good luck on your trip. Only advice I've been given when touring is to stop as often as you need to to do the tourist thing, and take more time. My friend who did extensive bike touring mentioned that that was his only regret. Lots to see in between. If you have expended half your allotted time, mak...

Bought a spark plug wire tester: Works well and gives an indication of what is happening.

I’ve had a GL1100 Interstate, a GL1200 LTD and on my third GL1500. I loved them all. When we decided to get another bike, I really wanted another GL1200 LTD, but I’m not getting any younger and I opted for a 1500 with reverse. I’ve never been on an 1800 so I can’t say I wouldn’t love it. We just lo...

Mrs WingAdmin - don't let the neanderthals get to you. It's not about the destination but the journey, and it doesn't matter how you get there. We all get wet when it rains. My '85 LTD is always a source of discussion. My friends and their newer/new bikes want me to capitulate as well. Enjoy your ne...

When it comes to the rear shocks, there is not a lot of choice. Tried a lesser shock on an '85 LTD and the bike is just too heavy, installed the shock, went to the strongest setting and bottomed the shock out without a problem. There are lots of parts that are interchangeable. Coils - 1500 coils - o...

You have linked brakes, right front and rear are linked. You bleed front first then the rear. Clutch is a challenge. Turn bars full to the right. May be air at top of line. Bleed at the banjo bolt of the clutch MC. Good luck.

Been using a 55 amp alternator for the past 3 years and lots of power. Don't need to go bigger.

These bikes aren't that bad to work on. You need the OEM service manual and the electrical troubleshooting manual for your Aspencade. Honda did a good job with these older manuals. PM sent.

I'd keep the unit as a spare. Take it into an alternator repair shop, have it tested. I also thought that the OEM alternators were 40 amp. Always good to have a spare, can be used as an interim if the replacement alt fails and has to be replaced. Not many vehicles on the road today that isn't full o...

Couple of years back, my friends and I took a trip through BC and went over the Kootenay Pass, known locally as the Salmo-Creston Pass. I was on my '85 1200, an my friends were on a 1200 HD and an HD that had had the engine upgraded. There was a Burgman that tucked in behind us at the bottom, don't ...