Is this still an issue with the 2024 model? I was in the dealership a few days ago and just happened to open this door and popped the fuel door and the bike hasn't been prepped yet and doesn't have the battery even hooked up yet. Just curious if Honda has changed anything on the new model.
Hey Max I just installed the plug you sent me and for that Thank you very much. Did just what you said and boom, problem solved and looks fantastic with the cap on it. Like I alway say , YOU DA MAN ! ! ! Thanks one again. Keep up the outstanding work you guys do.
Look around the channel. This bike is called "ENVY". Watch the walk around video, you'll know why it was such a project. Bikes don't get built in 5 days like on "reality" TV... That's just bullshit.
I can’t believe how many thing need attention on these over priced motorcycles. The more research I do the more it pushes me away, not to mention the fit and finish is poorly executed, The gaps between panels and the way none of the trunk lids close properly.. I’ll buy one when they fix all the problems with the current one. Including the suspension.. very disappointed
We mail them out for free. Send a request to shipping@traxxion.com If you like to work on your own bike, I am going to be selling a system to recable the doors on the bike to make everything mechanical so it can't fail... so you wouldn't need the plug.
Just had that happen two weeks ago and I was ready to bust the door off. I had enough gas to get home. Let the bike sit and my temper settle down and when I went back out it opened just fine, no explanation. The key fob was in the front compartment the whole time. Thanks for the fix and I will find a plug to put in there and just carry something to poke through da hole.
For the record, I drilled a 1/2" hole in my lid, and you can find plastic/rubber plugs at Home Depot to block the hole. Or we'll mail you one for free.
I think we draw the line internationally... haha! Any common 1/2" (or maybe 12mm in Canada) plastic plug will work. You can get one at most hardware stores for less than a dollar.
Okay, too bad I didn't see this before I had to have my bike towed because the dealer manage to break the "servo motor" while they changed the oil put on new tires. Rode away back home and had to stop to get fuel. Fuel door would not open and dealer was clueless. Blamed me for having a dead battery. Which was obviously not dead since everything else worked.
That is amazing, and simple. I love the concept. My door wouldn't open on a recent trip, but I think it was because I tried while the bike was in gear. It never happened again. This is just really cheap insurance that I don't get stuck.
I did this on my last gold wing. Used a plug that did not look good. I have a new wing and want to do this again. Can we buy the nice plug from you? Or can you please send a link to buy them? Thanks for your help.
If I would get my ass in gear, I have a new kit we're making to rearrange the cabling on the bike to where the pushbutton for the lock locks/opens the glovebox, and then we have a manual pull cable for the little side door where the fuel button is, so it can never fail. I just need to finalize the kit and introduce it....
These are the kinds of tricks and tips that make a great bike into a bullet proof one. I'm just left with my head scratching why Honda hasn't addressed issues like these already. You know if I ever get a trike I'll be sending it your way for some "improvements" LOL
Can anyone help/advise as Honda are not helpful at all. Is it possible to change my geo location from the USA to the U.K so my navigation system will update. Thanks.
Couldn't agree more w/ "The Dude". Max, it's always fun to watch what you come up with next. Even though some of it is beyond my need or skill set, I watch everything you put out there and admire the effort you put into these type of solutions to problems we didn't even know we had. .
Another great tip shared. Wondering if with this much stuff removed you would be able to attach a cable/paracord to fuel door release, like parallel, and jus have it sleep in the crease of seat-tank so as to put a finger in the hidden loop and pull the latch? Maybe if I get mine tore apart for any reason I would look to do that. I know your idea is good if one wants a grommet that hides the hole and protects the compartment from water. JT
That happened to me traveling across the US. It would not open and called my Honda Dealer service and they had no idea. I had to break the door to continue the trip. Still did not open all the way, I hand to hold it open and put my finger inside to open the gas. Warranty fixed it when I got back but very frustrating. Great fix.
Happened to me too last night, 1AM on the way home from work. My finger barely fit. I just leave the gas door open now. Emergency cash and helmet headset still stuck in side compartment. I already see the $ signs pop up in the dealer's eyes as I'm no longer in warranty.
This was 3 years ago so many if your videos are BUT I watch every time I can !! I am saving to buy the heal toe shifter you designed and marketed . Might see when I order it if you can still throw in a plug . Your videos are top notch !! Thank you for what you do
Believe it or not, but one of the big reasons I will be purchasing a 2022 wing is because of the technical support you and your channel provides. Excellent tip.
Thanks Max, love your tips. One of my very first mods was to grind off that unnecessary plastic tab/hook under the GW seat as you showed us. Keep up the great job!
How about a hole the size of a coat hanger or a stiff wire. The chance of the door getting stuck are slim to none. You can always find a coat hanger, wouldn't have to carry antthing . Love your idea,,, I'll be drilling mine. Greg
ibhandlebar Mustashio - Maybe a hole / slot for a small screwdriver with a piece of tape over the hole on the inside that can easily be pushed away. The small screwdriver or punch tool can be kept in the storage cubby.
@@MrBubbajohnson1 I have not heard that problem... but I would remove the seat, and look at the sensor on the fuel tank and see if it had come loose. If it was firmly connected, I would then CLOSELY inspect each wire on each side of the connector, as sometimes they don't get fully clicked into the blocks at the factory and one half of a wire can wiggle loose. After that, the Honda Dealer will likely have to replace the sensor.
Great idea, thanks !!! Why not do 1/6" hole and keep a paper clip or 1/6" used drill bit with your tool kit? Craft stores carry many rubber plygs or Home Depot for that matter.
@@Traxxion Thanks for the reply. I would agree with the paper clip. I would carry a 1/16" old drill bit. Also, today, every phone has a flashlight. Should not be an issue. I would try to minimized the hole size. I also, carry a head band LED light in my tool kit. I love your ideas and videos. I saw another type of courtesy light for the 18+ GW. It is mini LED mounted straight to the grommet and you do not need to take the upper shell off.
@@Traxxion looks worth it to me. When I finally get up there I may just leave it and have you guys do the work first or vice versa. Whichever is the right way. My paint is all jacked up from the factory and I'm tired of arguing. My dealer is a POS too. Useless
@@EODHammer So you do have to be willing to be without your bike for a while, as we have no control over painters. Apparenlty, none are capable of doing what they say they will do when the say they will do it. You would want to imagine any accessory you would ever want and we'll do it all at once so that there is minimum overlap in labor and least chance of damage to custom paint.
@@Traxxion That's good by me. I will be in contact very soon. It's nearly too hot to ride down here for a while anyway. I'll just ride another bike while I wait
@@jeffward7502 if you have a die grinder, or Dremmel tool, grind out some of the webbing behind the door until you have a flat area on the inside for the plug to grab. That should do it. But you can email me, max@traxxion.com and we mail one out for free.
You can make your own if you drill only a 1/16" hole by using black RTV tube. Pc of tape from outside of the panel. Open panel, put a dab of RTV from inside and spread it few millimeters round like you are forming a washer. Let dry, remove tape from outside. It will stay till you push it via a pin or used drill bit.
@@Traxxion thank you sir... I happen to dig thru my drawer of odds and ends... And I got a box of some... Don't remember buying those.... Lol. Thanks! Doing all your little fix it's this winter!! 👍👍
Honda really over complicated the 2018 -2019 Gold wings. I purchased a leftover 2016, and as bad as some things,--like the location of the air filter- , the new ones suck.
Our dealer in Tucson STILL has a 16 brand new, on the showroom floor. I'm thinking it's a better bike! I can buy it for 16K LOADED! My favorite color too! Candy apple RED!
My 96, pull the key, use it to open the fuel door and fuel up. No servos, cables or fancy technology! Just a key! I shouldn't have to drill holes in my bike to put gas in it! Back to the drawing board for Honda!
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Is this still an issue with the 2024 model? I was in the dealership a few days ago and just happened to open this door and popped the fuel door and the bike hasn't been prepped yet and doesn't have the battery even hooked up yet. Just curious if Honda has changed anything on the new model.
Nothing ever changes once they release a model. It must have been hooked up.
Does anyone know where I can get one of those plugs? I'm going to do this helpful trick
We mail them out for free. Contact Sean at parts@traxxion.com
Hey Max I just installed the plug you sent me and for that Thank you very much. Did just what you said and boom, problem solved and looks fantastic with the cap on it. Like I alway say , YOU DA MAN ! ! ! Thanks one again. Keep up the outstanding work you guys do.
Happy to help!
I'm so glad you have all the time in the world and an inquisitive mind to figure out these tips for us. Thanks!
If you have any extra time, send some over!!!! :)
@@Traxxion LOL!
Working on for a couple of months? Is it not just a motorcycle?
Look around the channel. This bike is called "ENVY". Watch the walk around video, you'll know why it was such a project.
Bikes don't get built in 5 days like on "reality" TV... That's just bullshit.
I really like thinking outside the box, I don't really like to leave anything with a dealer if I can do it myself. Your tips are great, thanks.
Thank you!
Could you possibly send me a couple of these plugs? Thanks!
email austin@traxxion.com and he will send you some.
I can’t believe how many thing need attention on these over priced motorcycles. The more research I do the more it pushes me away, not to mention the fit and finish is poorly executed, The gaps between panels and the way none of the trunk lids close properly.. I’ll buy one when they fix all the problems with the current one. Including the suspension..
very disappointed
Very cool, TY. Bozo's who clicked dislike!!!
Trolls...
I realize this is an older video, but I just came across it…but you need to be a consultant for future motorcycles for Honda !!!
Thanks! Check out the "ReCabulation Kit" that corrects this problem we released this year on this channel.
damn it….I just ordered a couple of things from you and I should have asked you to put one of those caps in my order…too late now
Hi Max, Where can I get one of those plugs?
We mail them out for free. Send a request to shipping@traxxion.com
If you like to work on your own bike, I am going to be selling a system to recable the doors on the bike to make everything mechanical so it can't fail... so you wouldn't need the plug.
Just had that happen two weeks ago and I was ready to bust the door off. I had enough gas to get home. Let the bike sit and my temper settle down and when I went back out it opened just fine, no explanation. The key fob was in the front compartment the whole time. Thanks for the fix and I will find a plug to put in there and just carry something to poke through da hole.
For the record, I drilled a 1/2" hole in my lid, and you can find plastic/rubber plugs at Home Depot to block the hole. Or we'll mail you one for free.
Thankyou....what are the rubber plugs called....how to find it at Home depot...thanks
@@accordiondr we can mail you one for free. Send address to kathy@traxxion.com
How do you replace that side door
You have to pull the whole top shelter off I am pretty sure.
would you mail one to a very nice Canadian man !?
I think we draw the line internationally... haha! Any common 1/2" (or maybe 12mm in Canada) plastic plug will work. You can get one at most hardware stores for less than a dollar.
Great solution. The question is can we purchase that cover plug you put on? :)
Send your address to shipping@traxxion.com and we'll mail you one for free.
@@Traxxion Thank you Max.
Okay, too bad I didn't see this before I had to have my bike towed because the dealer manage to break the "servo motor" while they changed the oil put on new tires. Rode away back home and had to stop to get fuel. Fuel door would not open and dealer was clueless. Blamed me for having a dead battery. Which was obviously not dead since everything else worked.
Wow, that sucks! Sorry to hear that!
Max,
what is the size of the plug?
Could be anything, but I chose 1/2". That way you can get most any object through the hole in the dark and push the button.
@@Traxxion Thanks for the information, wish you were closer so that I could have you do some work on my bike
Mr. Max.. If I purchase one of your storage compartment locks, can you throw a plug in the shipping box?
No problem. Just type a note in the comments box or send an email to austin@traxxion.com and he'll include one with your order.
Max... where can I Find/Buy the CAP???
We mail them out for free. Send a request to shipping@traxxion.com
@@Traxxion Thank you so much... It did arrive.
Thats a good idea.
Check out our "Recabulation Kit". It's a better way.
That is amazing, and simple. I love the concept.
My door wouldn't open on a recent trip, but I think it was because I tried while the bike was in gear. It never happened again. This is just really cheap insurance that I don't get stuck.
Let's hope you never need it! Didn't know about the bike "in gear" stopping it, will have to test that.
Mine always opens, but the newest issue is I have a hard time getting it to close. -_- Nice design, Honda. My Ohio-made Wing never had these issues….
As usual, Max, a brilliant solution! You are a true gentleman for providing a 1/2” plug free to those who ask. Cheers!
Thank you Michael!
@@TraxxionI would sure appreciate one of those plugs! How do I get one?
@@davidhelton9007 email parts@traxxion.com and ask for one, and we'll mail it to you!
@@Traxxion thank you
Thanks for a great tip. This happened to me and I had just barely enough fuel to reach my Honda shop! I'll be trying to get one of those plugs.
A pretty clever idea. Good hack.
Thank you Cruiseman!
I did this on my last gold wing. Used a plug that did not look good. I have a new wing and want to do this again.
Can we buy the nice plug from you? Or can you please send a link to buy them? Thanks for your help.
If I would get my ass in gear, I have a new kit we're making to rearrange the cabling on the bike to where the pushbutton for the lock locks/opens the glovebox, and then we have a manual pull cable for the little side door where the fuel button is, so it can never fail. I just need to finalize the kit and introduce it....
@@Traxxion I could be a guinea pig! 😀
@@lloyd7962 we do all that part before we sell anything!
@@Traxxion I know. Good stuff!
Awesome! Easy and good looking fix, Max! Thanks for sharing this.
Doug
It’s like so messed up that Honda doesn’t fix this...
These are the kinds of tricks and tips that make a great bike into a bullet proof one. I'm just left with my head scratching why Honda hasn't addressed issues like these already.
You know if I ever get a trike I'll be sending it your way for some "improvements" LOL
Thanks and we'll be glad to see you!!!
Thanks Max! I just got my 2020 last week, I'll be putting this on my "to do" list. Love your videos! Stay Safe!!
Cool! Enjoy the new bike!
For those of us who may not have spare trunk kit parts laying around, where might one find a rubber plug?
Send name address to kathy@traxxion.com and we'll mail you one.
I hope I remember to have that done while I’m there.
Thanks Max! Great idea. My door sticks from time to time. It hasn’t failed me yet but it’s just a matter of time.
Great idea. Thanks !
You da man. You should have been on the build for the new Goldwing from the get go. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you!
Nice idea but I am guessing your drilled the 1/2" hole cuz that was the plug size ? 1/4" would be ok too … Yes / No ?
Any size will work. I used half inch so you could basically use most any object that was around you to poke in the hole.
Max -- where the heck do I find the plug for the fuel door emergency trick?
We'll mail you one. Send your address to max@traxxion.com
@@Traxxion I did send you my address almost three weeks ago. Please send me a plug! Tkx, Dan
@@GoldwingBingo I did receive your email this morning, I didn't get the first one. We'll get one out to you today!
@@Traxxion You're the best, Max -- even though my first email avoided you! :-)
Can anyone help/advise as Honda are not helpful at all. Is it possible to change my geo location from the USA to the U.K so my navigation system will update. Thanks.
This one I don't know about, but you might ask Lewis at Electrical Connection, Cruiseman's Garage, or Fred Harmon.
Couldn't agree more w/ "The Dude". Max, it's always fun to watch what you come up with next. Even though some of it is beyond my need or skill set, I watch everything you put out there and admire the effort you put into these type of solutions to problems we didn't even know we had.
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This is a problem you'll be sorry to find out the hard way one day... and you would never know it until it was too late!
@@Traxxion Can we get some details on the plug you use and where we can get them
Send name address to kathy@traxxion.com and we'll mail you one.
@@Traxxion You're awesome Max... Thank you for the offer/help
Another great tip shared. Wondering if with this much stuff removed you would be able to attach a cable/paracord to fuel door release, like parallel, and jus have it sleep in the crease of seat-tank so as to put a finger in the hidden loop and pull the latch? Maybe if I get mine tore apart for any reason I would look to do that. I know your idea is good if one wants a grommet that hides the hole and protects the compartment from water. JT
You definitely can do that. In fact, we have a new system coming out to reconfigure all of the cabling and that will be part of it!
That happened to me traveling across the US. It would not open and called my Honda Dealer service and they had no idea. I had to break the door to continue the trip. Still did not open all the way, I hand to hold it open and put my finger inside to open the gas. Warranty fixed it when I got back but very frustrating. Great fix.
It's pretty over-engineered, no doubt.
Happened to me too last night, 1AM on the way home from work. My finger barely fit. I just leave the gas door open now. Emergency cash and helmet headset still stuck in side compartment. I already see the $ signs pop up in the dealer's eyes as I'm no longer in warranty.
This was 3 years ago so many if your videos are BUT I watch every time I can !! I am saving to buy the heal toe shifter you designed and marketed . Might see when I order it if you can still throw in a plug . Your videos are top notch !! Thank you for what you do
Glad you like them! We will be glad to throw in the plug.
that was good
Cool tip. This easy fix will save big $$$.
Thank u so much for these video it happen to me and after watching your video I followed the instructions and got the gas door open
Thanks again
Glad it helped!
Thanks, good info.
Believe it or not, but one of the big reasons I will be purchasing a 2022 wing is because of the technical support you and your channel provides. Excellent tip.
I appreciate that!
cool !
Thanks Max, love your tips. One of my very first mods was to grind off that unnecessary plastic tab/hook under the GW seat as you showed us. Keep up the great job!
Don't forget to share with your Wing friends!
Amazing solution!!
How about a hole the size of a coat hanger or a stiff wire. The chance of the door getting stuck are slim to none. You can always find a coat hanger, wouldn't have to carry antthing . Love your idea,,, I'll be drilling mine.
Greg
Yeah, take apart your pen and use the ink cartridge to push through the small hole. No plug needed...
You would lose the water seal. But you could put a piece of electrical tape behind the door.
I think finding a coat hanger in Saskatchamazoo on Sunday night at 9pm when your door fails is going to be just as likely as the door failing! HAHA!
We tried this last night and it doesn't work. The button requires more force than a pen cartridge can supply.
ibhandlebar Mustashio - Maybe a hole / slot for a small screwdriver with a piece of tape over the hole on the inside that can easily be pushed away. The small screwdriver or punch tool can be kept in the storage cubby.
Another awesome fix!
Great idea Max - I’ve had a couple times the door jam - and thinking this might not be a good thing if I need gas - Fantastic Max!
Thanks!
Max it appears in the picture you countersunk the cap. Did you or is this a shadow?
It's just a very flush mount cap I have. email max@traxxion.com and we'll send you one free.
Max is so cool letting us know this tips out of his kindness.
Happy to help!
@@Traxxion Hey Max, why would my fuel gauge be flashing when there’s plenty of fuel in the bike? Tnx
@@MrBubbajohnson1 I have not heard that problem... but I would remove the seat, and look at the sensor on the fuel tank and see if it had come loose. If it was firmly connected, I would then CLOSELY inspect each wire on each side of the connector, as sometimes they don't get fully clicked into the blocks at the factory and one half of a wire can wiggle loose.
After that, the Honda Dealer will likely have to replace the sensor.
Great idea, thanks !!! Why not do 1/6" hole and keep a paper clip or 1/6" used drill bit with your tool kit? Craft stores carry many rubber plygs or Home Depot for that matter.
You need something strong, and you may have to use it in the dark. A paper clip would just bend.
@@Traxxion Thanks for the reply. I would agree with the paper clip. I would carry a 1/16" old drill bit. Also, today, every phone has a flashlight. Should not be an issue. I would try to minimized the hole size. I also, carry a head band LED light in my tool kit. I love your ideas and videos. I saw another type of courtesy light for the 18+ GW. It is mini LED mounted straight to the grommet and you do not need to take the upper shell off.
I would of chosen blue to change it to green. I am amazed about your modifications, how many are there "to make this a great 👍bike"???
It's a great bike when you buy it. And it has lots of room for improvement and customization, which Goldwing owners are famous for.
I am sure it's a great bike, maybe if I find a 2010 the same yellow gold color as mine I might trade up...
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That’s excellent!
I like that ! !
Sehr guter Tip! Vielen Dank
Nice job Max.
You seem much happier in this video than others.
Just an honest observation.
My days have varying levels of "difficulty"...
@@Traxxion Understood. I have the same. Keep doing what your doing. Love the content...
Thanks
That was cool! Thanks Max! BTW>>>>>I may have missed a video or something but where was that bike painted? Someone near you?
It's a complete custom bike we've been working on for about 3 months. We used a painter in Alabama. He was 2.5 of the months waiting....
@@Traxxion looks worth it to me. When I finally get up there I may just leave it and have you guys do the work first or vice versa. Whichever is the right way. My paint is all jacked up from the factory and I'm tired of arguing. My dealer is a POS too. Useless
@@EODHammer So you do have to be willing to be without your bike for a while, as we have no control over painters. Apparenlty, none are capable of doing what they say they will do when the say they will do it. You would want to imagine any accessory you would ever want and we'll do it all at once so that there is minimum overlap in labor and least chance of damage to custom paint.
@@Traxxion That's good by me. I will be in contact very soon. It's nearly too hot to ride down here for a while anyway. I'll just ride another bike while I wait
This channel is brilliant, thanks bro
Glad you enjoy it!
Max, what material is that 1/2" plug? plastic , silicone, rubber or vinyl?
Plastic, but it doesn't matter really.
@@Traxxion Max, the 1/2" plug I bought keeps popping out due to the thickness of the door. Can you send a link to where you get those plugs? Thanks
@@jeffward7502 if you have a die grinder, or Dremmel tool, grind out some of the webbing behind the door until you have a flat area on the inside for the plug to grab. That should do it. But you can email me, max@traxxion.com and we mail one out for free.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing.
Happy to help!
Hey! Great trick. Where can I get one of the plugs you used?
We mail them for free on good will
kathy@traxxion.com will send you one.
Another TOP TIP !
Glad you think so!
Very cool, tks as always
Thank you!
Mann you are good!
Thank you!
Love the color
Full customization... several months of work!
Rust proofing plug. Max brain never stops spinning.
Do you have a part number for the rubber plug?
No, you can find them at the home supply. Or we can mail you one, just send your address to max@traxxion.com
@@Traxxion Thanks. I sent an email to Kathy and she's going to send one for both my Goldwing and my wife's Goldwing.
@@lance3613 send me the info, as she's retired, and I have closed her email account. max@traxxion.com
You can make your own if you drill only a 1/16" hole by using black RTV tube. Pc of tape from outside of the panel. Open panel, put a dab of RTV from inside and spread it few millimeters round like you are forming a washer. Let dry, remove tape from outside. It will stay till you push it via a pin or used drill bit.
@@alp3781 RTV? Not quite sure what that is.
where can i get that 1/2 inch plug? im so doing this.. :) great idea
Just send a request to shipping@traxxion.com with your name and address and we'll send you one!
@@Traxxion thank you sir... I happen to dig thru my drawer of odds and ends... And I got a box of some... Don't remember buying those.... Lol. Thanks! Doing all your little fix it's this winter!! 👍👍
@@ericwitt4153 Git 'er done!
@@Traxxion hey Max... Where do I get that gas cap tether?? I could make one... But
@@ericwitt4153 Electrical Connection, or you can have us put one in your next order from us to save you freight. We sell them here.
Honda really over complicated the 2018 -2019 Gold wings. I purchased a leftover 2016, and as bad as some things,--like the location of the air filter- , the new ones suck.
Our dealer in Tucson STILL has a 16 brand new, on the showroom floor. I'm thinking it's a better bike! I can buy it for 16K LOADED! My favorite color too! Candy apple RED!
My 96, pull the key, use it to open the fuel door and fuel up. No servos, cables or fancy technology! Just a key! I shouldn't have to drill holes in my bike to put gas in it! Back to the drawing board for Honda!