You'll probably get many different opinions on what kind of tires to get as riders have their favorites and there are some good tires to choose from out there. I have a set of Dunlop E4's, currently with 18000 miles on them, still look good. I'm going to replace them at 20000 miles even if they do h...

Finally changed the oil and filter on the bike today, without using the center stand. Worked from the side of the bike opposite the kickstand (right side when facing forward) and had adequate space to get it all done. Sat on the bike after draining and rocked it as suggested to make sure all of the ...

This may be a foolish question, but does anyone change oil without putting the bike on the center stand? I've put the bike on the center stand time and time again to change the oil, but last week as I was attempting to lift it something in my right leg went "pop" and it's been a painful several days...

Glad to see the rider ended up surviving this accident as it could have turned out differently. Scary to see such a big, heavy bike destroyed. I always watch the mirrors when I'm stopped at an intersection. I also put the bike in first gear as I come to a stop so that I'm ready to go if needed. I se...

I've pre-filled my oil filter the last 2 times. 1st time went great, last time I made a mess out of it.
Certainly not hurting anything if you do it. Like posted above, can also crank the engine and achieve the same result.

Agree.

Just ride to Florida and hang out for a few months. It'll be in the 70's here today, warmer if you go down to Key West.

I bought a 2007 almost 3 years ago and have been really happy with it. I found one which had been well cared for and only had 17000 miles on it. I've got 33000 miles on the odometer now and have had no problems. Runs like a brand new bike. My understanding is that the older 1800's had some frame iss...

I don't get to the wear bars. I'm a big chicken when it comes to tires. If anything I'm probably guilty of changing them a little bit too early. To me it's not worth the risk of trying to run them until there's nothing left. You only have to hit the ground one time to really get hurt.

I'm running Dunlop E 4's on my 2007 Goldwing. Just crossed 15,000 miles on them last week, no performance issues and still a decent amount of tread left on both tires. I'm eager to see how much additional mileage I'll get.
I've been really pleased with them.

I agree. I'm going to keep riding. I accepted the risk the first time I ever got on a motorcycle because the risk exists. I also ride alone and find it to be one of the most relaxing things in the whole world. I do my best to look out for me and for the guy next to me or the guy at the next intersec...

I think driverless cars will be the key to a safer driving world. Then anyone who needs to play with a cell phone can do what they want without trying to kill the rest of us while they travel. I personally don't understand the cell phone addiction but it certainly seems to be there. Good thing peopl...

If I liked the bike I'd do it.

Absolutely agree with taking a motorcycle safety course right away; best thing anyone can do. First and foremost, be aware of just how much power the Goldwing has and take it easy. Don't panic and hit the throttle too hard, the bike will really respond. Control is key. Riding down the road on a Gold...

That's awesome and very funny. Thanks for posting it.

Can't be certain but the bike sitting and 2 short rides may well have left you without an adequately charged battery.

For less than 30 bucks, a Deltran Junior is well worth having.

Definitely boots, gotta cover the ankles. Boots also provide more support for the lower legs/ankles/feet, especially on a 900 pound motorcycle.

I remember reading the newer Goldwings were recommended to run 10W30 oil because of issues like you described. Hopefully that will take care of it, definitely worth a try before removing an engine. I run Amsoil 10W40 but have an older Goldwing (2007). No issues so far and am sticking with Amsoil pro...

Not exactly biker songs but I have 2 favorites:
1. Bon Jovi "Living on a Prayer"
2. Def Leppard "Pour Some Sugar on Me"

Just great music to crank out when you're riding.

I use the Pro Honda Spray Cleaner & Polish instead of washing mine. Have been very happy with it. 1 can will clean a Goldwing several times.

I've always ridden with a Shoei full face helmet. I keep the face shield open just to the first click, just enough to keep the breeze flowing in. With the windshield vent open it works well, even in the Florida heat.

Sounds like a new battery may be needed. The Goldwings take plenty of power to fire up.

Thankfully we have several very good choices as all of the tires above seem to work well on the Goldwings. Just to add in my 2 cents, I have a set of Dunlop E4's on mine with 13,000 miles on them; still look good and I've been very happy with how they perform. You'll ultimately find what works best ...

Agree with deputydawg. I think 2006 - 2010 were the "golden years" as I call them for the GL 1800. Honda had gotten past the frame crack issues and were cranking out bikes that still impress better than 10 years later. I have a 2007 and have had no issues with it. Runs like a brand new bike. That en...

I have a set of E4's on my 2007 Goldwing, 13000 miles on them so far and they still look good. I've been very happy with them.

Battery replacement is a relatively cheap fix and should take care of it.