I hope I can take mine out then as well. We just got 5 inches of snow here in Michigan. So not too happy now. Lol. Thanks for the comment. And please be safe. Sounds like you got a nice wing. 👍
Hey Mo, I have never ridden the 1500 so I wouldn't know the difference but I can say that I see quite a few of them on the road these days. I think I am more cognizant about that ever since I snagged my 1800. Its chilly here too but that has never stopped me either. I enjoyed the piano tune behind your video. It reminds me of Paul Cardall who is one of my favorites. When I need to mentally escape, its Paul I turn to. You and your family have a safe holiday as well.
Thank you sir. I never rode a 1500 till I started looking for my dad's bike. They are nice but your not missing anything. I hope you and your family has a great holiday
Dale please let me know. I have alot of parts. And would rather see them go to use then be scraped or trash. Hopefully you are close by? I'm in Michigan. Keep me posted. If you get it send me some pics. Be safe and thanks for the comment mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com
Thank you nelsongn9. And thank you for subscribing I really do appreciate it. I'm on the other side of Michigan by South Haven. I wish I lived further south. 😪 I really don't like Michigan weather for riding a cycle.
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 I've only been riding a motorcycle for 1 uear. (As of today) I just traded my Honda VTX for an 08 Goldwing. A little apprehensive about a bigger bike. But I'm so happy I can hardly concentrate on anything else
@@nelsongn9 don't be apprehensive over a gold wing. It's big, it's heavy, but put that out of your mind. Because those thoughts can hold you back. I didn't ride for 23 yrs, and the last bike i had was a 1986 Goldwing GL1200 Interstate . And when I decided to get back into riding i wanted a GL1800. A friend of mine said that's too big for someone that hasn't been riding for 23 yrs. I got apprehensive. So when I was doing my safety test I was gonna ride one of their bikes because I was apprehensive about the weight. My safety instructor said go home and get your wing to do this test. He told me not to dought myself on that goldwing because it's no different than any other bike. It's very nimble and once you can do slow speed menuvers you will be fine. Dont be afraid to lean or drop it. So moral of the story is, don't question yourself, just ride and be free and happy. Like i say in my videos. IF YOU DONT MAKE THE CHOICE, THE CHOICE MAKES YOU. Hopefully that helps you out some. You will be Fine.
I rode a 1500 for 13yrs and I have now been on my 2012 for 4 yrs. I agree with you, the 1500 is very roomy with a very soft ride. The 1800 is a much sportier ride with crisp handling and more power. I love them both but if I could have a new 1500 I think I would choose it. But I do love the fuel injection of the 1800. That's it someone put the 1800 engine on the 1500 hahahaha. Be safe, have fun.
You hit that right on the head. I think honda should make that bike again but fuel injection and I'm with you I would buy it. It was a great bike when it was made. It's strange because I like both bikes for different reasons. I also love that crisp clean throttle of a 1800. So it's hard to pick just one. Thank you for your comment and have a great holiday. Be safe.
So many things in common Im a re-entry rider after 25 yrs away as well. Bought a 08 gl1800 this September. I plan on riding all winter when weather is nice as well (too old to waste time). Loved your chat about the 1500 v 1800 bikes. Never rode a gl1500 - almost bought a dirt cheap 1999se but never got there in time. QQ - I find the 1800 cramped position after a couple of hours, Is the GL1500 any better? Is the fairing more narrow on the 1500 than the 1800? How tall are u? How close are your highway pegs to the valve cover on the 1500? Do wrap legs around the fairing or go underneath the fairing to get feet in the highway pegs? Do you ride long distance - 3hr straight shots and maybe 6 or more hours in a day? I'm 6'2" - looking at mickopegs this spring ut struggling to get this figured out. Merry Christmas Mo!!
Timothy thank you for the questions. I will do my best to answer them. Fist off congratulations on your purchase in September. You picked a nice bike. 👍 I feel the same way as you. I have wasted too much time and don't want to waste any more. So we do have alot in common. I will tell you that the 1800 is a much better bike then the 1500. The one big thing I really don't like about the 1500 is you have to choke it when cold. The 1800 is fuel injection. The highway pegs position is very similar on both bikes. I will say the 1500 is a little more comfortable when you have your feet on the highway pegs. The 1800 seems a bit wider valve cover to valve cover. I rode my 1800 on a 5 hour trip and stopped every hour and a half or so due too just needing to stand up. Like I said in the video on the 1500 your feet are in a slight different position under the knee then the 1800. The 1800 is more of a sport cruiser. I'm 6 ft 1 inch. My highway pegs are 2 inches from my valve cover and yes I want some different ones. So let me know what you go with and how you like them. Wow I think I got it all covered. Anyways I hope you and your family have a great Christmas and please keep in touch. Be safe and thanks for watching
I just completed my saddlesore 1000 on new years day. Was going for bun burner 1500 but had to stop when temp got down to 31F. 31 F at 75 mph is way too cold for this So Cal guy...even with heated grips and seats. 2021 goldwing.
😂😂😂 well I would agree with you. I will ride in 39 degrees however if I have to go on the expressway I will take my car. I can't imagine what 31 would feel like. That is below freezing. Maybe if I had a heated outfit from head to toe. Thanks for the feedback 😀 and be safe out there. Enjoy your saddlesore 1000
Hi Mo Merry Christmas to you and your family as well my bikes are in hibernation for the last month and a half probably be there until late April or may to cold for this old guy in New Brunswick Canada some guys ride In the winter if we get a warm day they use a lot of salt on the roads here that is not good for your bike I don't take mine out in the spring until all that is washed off the road but that is just me your bike and mine looks to be the same color 2003 wish I could send you a picture of my bikes I will get one of the kids to do that for me they are a lot smarter than me okay buddy I am rambling looking forward to you and your dad out on a ride that will is awesome take care and have a wonderful holiday 😀
Yeah Tom. I won't ride after salt is on the road. My bike is too clean for that lol. We haven't had enough snow for them to drop salt yet. But I will ride in 40 temps. It's gonna be near 50 tomorrow so I will take her out again. I would love to see a pic of your bike especially if it's the same color. I dont see many that color. You can always have your kids send it to me on my email. mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com. Anyways ramble all you want anytime. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas as well. Be safe and thanks for watching.
Well absolutely. Depending on the day and your plans maybe we could get some miles in, heading north. You can always email me at mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com
hi new to your channel im in england uk ,just bought a 1991 1500 goldwing had it a week still getting used to it ,it ridws different to most bikes so taking my time with it ,happy xmas
Well sounds like you have a nice bike. I really love the 1500. Thank you for viewing. And following along. Have a great Christmas as well. Be safe on that bike. 🙏
I came back from cold ride too mom figuring numbers? How fast were you going? I told her, as she calculates wing speed/wind chill factor, an my 39° temperature turns into -40° below zero! I didn't know of a wind chill chart till then, mom educated me!
I got her up too 90 mph. And yes people don't think about wind chill. When you are riding at 50 mph in 39 degrees the wind chill can be as low as 25. Just depends. Thanks for the comment and be safe.
Great information. It is sad that they took the wing back to Japan. Those made in the states where bigger and heavier. But We like our mobile couches. And I agree that they are trying too appeal to a younger market by making the wing more sport bike than touring bike. I am still a fan of the GL1500, I would rather cruise for hours in comfort and not be sore the next day. Bike looks great, keep the shiny side up brother.
I too agree with you John. I just thing the new ones are so narrow. I also think that most of the younger generation won't buy it. But it's all personal preference. However you won't see me on one. I really do love the 1500. Just don't like the choke. Be safe and thanks for watching
Hi mo, I ride all year too, so long as it’s dry, the cccold I can handle,, it’s sooo invigorating riding in the cold.Kevlar padded jeans are great in ccold…Pearl and your wing looks good there..sitting on a goldwing cruising alone is magic, thanks for the ride out with you..a merry Christmas (naddolig llawen) in Welsh, to you and all your family. I’m playing carols and Xmas tunes on my orla organ and your vid popped up…🇬🇧👍
Well Gary. I hope you enjoy your Christmas music. When you bundle up you don't get cold. I thought it was funny because someone said when I was out riding "don't you get cold" I asked them would you ask someone on a snowmobile that. Lol. Ofcourse I didn't see any other cycles out. No big deal I love riding. Thank you for watching sir and I hope this holiday season is the best ever for you and your family. Be safe sir and thanks for watching. 👍
Thanks for the video Mo . I don't winterize my 1800 either, but up here in Ontario they are now using a brine solution on the roads along with salt . So corrosive. Anyway Merry Christmas to and your family.
Thank you Lloyd. Trust me I won't ride after salt is on the road. But if we get a thaw and some rain I will hit the road. Not snowing yet 👍 I hope you and your family have a great Christmas. Be safe.
The brine is used to help the salt stick to the road surface , the salt then needs the vehicles to “crunch” it into tho ice n frost n snow.we use the same in the uk… on my 1800 I cover “most” of my bike in ACF 50 or equivalent, several times throughout winter if one riding still… hope this helps…🇬🇧👍
Took mine out on Friday thinking the roads were dry and salt free...... Took me an hour to clean! 😂 I agree these wings are the best looking of the bunch.... Much nicer than the 2012 face-lift or the new 2018 model 👍
I wish the roads were salt free. I would definitely ride it and it's been in the 20s here. Like you I would have to clean the crap out of it. So just better to run it on the center stand and pretend I'm riding 🤣 🤣 🤣 . Thanks for the comment and be safe. Oh and I agree with you about the years. And I do not like the 2018 and up.
Mo completely understand what you mean about leaning and twisting the throttle. I've had my wing for 5yrs now and the feeling is still the same. I have the 2015 40th anniversary wing and I love it. Most people have no idea just now quick they are. Safe Riding brother. 🙏🏾
Well Jon it sounds like you have a very nice wing. 👍 it's a great feeling. I remember my wife asked me last summer to give it some gas lol and when I did she was like OMG 😲 . She said yeah please never do that again. Thanks for the comment and please be safe out there.
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 awesome. Actually I just bought an 08 goldwing. I take delivery on 4/23. Do you mind if I email you sometimes with questions?
@@nelsongn9 absolutely not. You can email me anytime. If I get you on email I can give you my number so you could text me. These messages here are not too private.
Merry Christmas brother. I know exactly what you mean , when you turn on the 1800 , come off the turn , and turn that throttle , love the power , respect the power.. anyway thank for taking me along in the errands. Lol ...looking good . Merry Christmas 🎅 to you and your family . Did your dad take a ride yet ? He may wait till it warms up a bit ...pretty cold here in jersey, its actually stopping me from finishing up the 86 aspencade, but giving a good clean up. Right side plastics had to apply some glue and clean up extra clean , especially highway peg bars ... so little by little ...im getting there . Enjoy the holidays. Looking forward to the next video . Stay safe , god bless
Amen on the leaning…. I have a 2008 wing and love it. Though I did winterize, but will get it out in February
I hope I can take mine out then as well. We just got 5 inches of snow here in Michigan. So not too happy now. Lol. Thanks for the comment. And please be safe. Sounds like you got a nice wing. 👍
Hey Mo, I have never ridden the 1500 so I wouldn't know the difference but I can say that I see quite a few of them on the road these days. I think I am more cognizant about that ever since I snagged my 1800. Its chilly here too but that has never stopped me either. I enjoyed the piano tune behind your video. It reminds me of Paul Cardall who is one of my favorites. When I need to mentally escape, its Paul I turn to. You and your family have a safe holiday as well.
Thank you sir. I never rode a 1500 till I started looking for my dad's bike. They are nice but your not missing anything. I hope you and your family has a great holiday
Thank you for that artist what awesome music
@@roadtripper5553 …. You are more than welcome. Enjoy!
Loved our 1500 !! If I get that 1500, I'll be hitting you up for some parts I may be needing. Nice video Mo.
Dale please let me know. I have alot of parts. And would rather see them go to use then be scraped or trash. Hopefully you are close by? I'm in Michigan. Keep me posted. If you get it send me some pics. Be safe and thanks for the comment mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com
I was raised in Detroit but I live in Georgia now after my Army years I'm a new subscriber really enjoying your Channel
Thank you nelsongn9. And thank you for subscribing I really do appreciate it. I'm on the other side of Michigan by South Haven. I wish I lived further south. 😪 I really don't like Michigan weather for riding a cycle.
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 I've only been riding a motorcycle for 1 uear. (As of today) I just traded my Honda VTX for an 08 Goldwing. A little apprehensive about a bigger bike. But I'm so happy I can hardly concentrate on anything else
@@nelsongn9 don't be apprehensive over a gold wing. It's big, it's heavy, but put that out of your mind. Because those thoughts can hold you back. I didn't ride for 23 yrs, and the last bike i had was a 1986 Goldwing GL1200 Interstate . And when I decided to get back into riding i wanted a GL1800. A friend of mine said that's too big for someone that hasn't been riding for 23 yrs. I got apprehensive. So when I was doing my safety test I was gonna ride one of their bikes because I was apprehensive about the weight. My safety instructor said go home and get your wing to do this test. He told me not to dought myself on that goldwing because it's no different than any other bike. It's very nimble and once you can do slow speed menuvers you will be fine. Dont be afraid to lean or drop it. So moral of the story is, don't question yourself, just ride and be free and happy. Like i say in my videos. IF YOU DONT MAKE THE CHOICE, THE CHOICE MAKES YOU. Hopefully that helps you out some. You will be Fine.
I rode a 1500 for 13yrs and I have now been on my 2012 for 4 yrs. I agree with you, the 1500 is very roomy with a very soft ride. The 1800 is a much sportier ride with crisp handling and more power. I love them both but if I could have a new 1500 I think I would choose it. But I do love the fuel injection of the 1800. That's it someone put the 1800 engine on the 1500 hahahaha. Be safe, have fun.
You hit that right on the head. I think honda should make that bike again but fuel injection and I'm with you I would buy it. It was a great bike when it was made. It's strange because I like both bikes for different reasons. I also love that crisp clean throttle of a 1800. So it's hard to pick just one. Thank you for your comment and have a great holiday. Be safe.
Brilliant 👍
Thanks. Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday. Thanks for viewing. Be safe. 👍
Another great video, Mo. Thanks for your efforts. Have a great 2022 and be safe out there!
Thank you Buuce. I hope you and your family have a safe and great 2022. 👍 thanks for viewing.
So many things in common
Im a re-entry rider after 25 yrs away as well.
Bought a 08 gl1800 this September.
I plan on riding all winter when weather is nice as well (too old to waste time).
Loved your chat about the 1500 v 1800 bikes.
Never rode a gl1500 - almost bought a dirt cheap 1999se but never got there in time.
QQ - I find the 1800 cramped position after a couple of hours, Is the GL1500 any better?
Is the fairing more narrow on the 1500 than the 1800?
How tall are u?
How close are your highway pegs to the valve cover on the 1500?
Do wrap legs around the fairing or go underneath the fairing to get feet in the highway pegs?
Do you ride long distance - 3hr straight shots and maybe 6 or more hours in a day?
I'm 6'2" - looking at mickopegs this spring ut struggling to get this figured out.
Merry Christmas Mo!!
Timothy thank you for the questions. I will do my best to answer them. Fist off congratulations on your purchase in September. You picked a nice bike. 👍 I feel the same way as you. I have wasted too much time and don't want to waste any more. So we do have alot in common. I will tell you that the 1800 is a much better bike then the 1500. The one big thing I really don't like about the 1500 is you have to choke it when cold. The 1800 is fuel injection. The highway pegs position is very similar on both bikes. I will say the 1500 is a little more comfortable when you have your feet on the highway pegs. The 1800 seems a bit wider valve cover to valve cover. I rode my 1800 on a 5 hour trip and stopped every hour and a half or so due too just needing to stand up. Like I said in the video on the 1500 your feet are in a slight different position under the knee then the 1800. The 1800 is more of a sport cruiser. I'm 6 ft 1 inch. My highway pegs are 2 inches from my valve cover and yes I want some different ones. So let me know what you go with and how you like them. Wow I think I got it all covered. Anyways I hope you and your family have a great Christmas and please keep in touch. Be safe and thanks for watching
I just completed my saddlesore 1000 on new years day. Was going for bun burner 1500 but had to stop when temp got down to 31F. 31 F at 75 mph is way too cold for this So Cal guy...even with heated grips and seats. 2021 goldwing.
😂😂😂 well I would agree with you. I will ride in 39 degrees however if I have to go on the expressway I will take my car. I can't imagine what 31 would feel like. That is below freezing. Maybe if I had a heated outfit from head to toe. Thanks for the feedback 😀 and be safe out there. Enjoy your saddlesore 1000
And thank YOU 🙏
Hi Mo Merry Christmas to you and your family as well my bikes are in hibernation for the last month and a half probably be there until late April or may to cold for this old guy in New Brunswick Canada some guys ride In the winter if we get a warm day they use a lot of salt on the roads here that is not good for your bike I don't take mine out in the spring until all that is washed off the road but that is just me your bike and mine looks to be the same color 2003 wish I could send you a picture of my bikes I will get one of the kids to do that for me they are a lot smarter than me okay buddy I am rambling looking forward to you and your dad out on a ride that will is awesome take care and have a wonderful holiday 😀
Yeah Tom. I won't ride after salt is on the road. My bike is too clean for that lol. We haven't had enough snow for them to drop salt yet. But I will ride in 40 temps. It's gonna be near 50 tomorrow so I will take her out again. I would love to see a pic of your bike especially if it's the same color. I dont see many that color. You can always have your kids send it to me on my email. mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com. Anyways ramble all you want anytime. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas as well. Be safe and thanks for watching.
Well said, my friend….✌️👍😎🇺🇸 GoldwingMikeNY.
Thank you Michael. I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season. Be safe. 👍
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067: Same to you, of course! 🎄✌️🏍🇺🇸 GoldwingMikeNY.
Going to Michigan in June hope to run across to Moe and of course Sturgis got a place in the u p
Well absolutely. Depending on the day and your plans maybe we could get some miles in, heading north. You can always email me at mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com
hi new to your channel im in england uk ,just bought a 1991 1500 goldwing had it a week still getting used to it ,it ridws different to most bikes so taking my time with it ,happy xmas
Well sounds like you have a nice bike. I really love the 1500. Thank you for viewing. And following along. Have a great Christmas as well. Be safe on that bike. 🙏
Take your time, whole new riding technique. great choice Sean.
@@garyedwards8142 you hit that right on the head Gary.
I came back from cold ride too mom figuring numbers? How fast were you going? I told her, as she calculates wing speed/wind chill factor, an my 39° temperature turns into -40° below zero! I didn't know of a wind chill chart till then, mom educated me!
I got her up too 90 mph. And yes people don't think about wind chill. When you are riding at 50 mph in 39 degrees the wind chill can be as low as 25. Just depends. Thanks for the comment and be safe.
I’m in Portage. If I pick up a Wing (looking for a later model 1500 or older 1800), maybe we could take a ride.
You are not too far from me sir. I'm in Kalamazoo evey other weekend. Absolutely. Thanks for the comment 👍
My 2002 1800 is for sale right now.
I totally agree about riding it’s nothing like it…. By the way what heated gloves are you using ..GOD BLESS…LETSGO
Great information. It is sad that they took the wing back to Japan. Those made in the states where bigger and heavier. But We like our mobile couches. And I agree that they are trying too appeal to a younger market by making the wing more sport bike than touring bike. I am still a fan of the GL1500, I would rather cruise for hours in comfort and not be sore the next day. Bike looks great, keep the shiny side up brother.
I too agree with you John. I just thing the new ones are so narrow. I also think that most of the younger generation won't buy it. But it's all personal preference. However you won't see me on one. I really do love the 1500. Just don't like the choke. Be safe and thanks for watching
I hate riding in the heat. I “winterize” my motorcycle in the summer.
Hi mo, I ride all year too, so long as it’s dry, the cccold I can handle,, it’s sooo invigorating riding in the cold.Kevlar padded jeans are great in ccold…Pearl and your wing looks good there..sitting on a goldwing cruising alone is magic, thanks for the ride out with you..a merry Christmas (naddolig llawen) in Welsh, to you and all your family. I’m playing carols and Xmas tunes on my orla organ and your vid popped up…🇬🇧👍
Well Gary. I hope you enjoy your Christmas music. When you bundle up you don't get cold. I thought it was funny because someone said when I was out riding "don't you get cold" I asked them would you ask someone on a snowmobile that. Lol. Ofcourse I didn't see any other cycles out. No big deal I love riding. Thank you for watching sir and I hope this holiday season is the best ever for you and your family. Be safe sir and thanks for watching. 👍
Thanks for the video Mo . I don't winterize my 1800 either, but up here in Ontario they are now using a brine solution on the roads along with salt . So corrosive.
Anyway Merry Christmas to and your family.
Thank you Lloyd. Trust me I won't ride after salt is on the road. But if we get a thaw and some rain I will hit the road. Not snowing yet 👍 I hope you and your family have a great Christmas. Be safe.
The brine is used to help the salt stick to the road surface , the salt then needs the vehicles to “crunch” it into tho ice n frost n snow.we use the same in the uk… on my 1800 I cover “most” of my bike in ACF 50 or equivalent, several times throughout winter if one riding still… hope this helps…🇬🇧👍
Took mine out on Friday thinking the roads were dry and salt free...... Took me an hour to clean! 😂 I agree these wings are the best looking of the bunch.... Much nicer than the 2012 face-lift or the new 2018 model 👍
I wish the roads were salt free. I would definitely ride it and it's been in the 20s here. Like you I would have to clean the crap out of it. So just better to run it on the center stand and pretend I'm riding 🤣 🤣 🤣 . Thanks for the comment and be safe. Oh and I agree with you about the years. And I do not like the 2018 and up.
I know exactly what your talking about Mo.
Mo completely understand what you mean about leaning and twisting the throttle. I've had my wing for 5yrs now and the feeling is still the same. I have the 2015 40th anniversary wing and I love it. Most people have no idea just now quick they are. Safe Riding brother. 🙏🏾
Well Jon it sounds like you have a very nice wing. 👍 it's a great feeling. I remember my wife asked me last summer to give it some gas lol and when I did she was like OMG 😲 . She said yeah please never do that again. Thanks for the comment and please be safe out there.
Do you have a Facebook page
Just my own FB page. You can always email me at mosmotorcyclejourney@gmail.com
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 awesome. Actually I just bought an 08 goldwing. I take delivery on 4/23. Do you mind if I email you sometimes with questions?
@@nelsongn9 absolutely not. You can email me anytime. If I get you on email I can give you my number so you could text me. These messages here are not too private.
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Merry Christmas brother. I know exactly what you mean , when you turn on the 1800 , come off the turn , and turn that throttle , love the power , respect the power.. anyway thank for taking me along in the errands. Lol ...looking good .
Merry Christmas 🎅 to you and your family .
Did your dad take a ride yet ? He may wait till it warms up a bit ...pretty cold here in jersey, its actually stopping me from finishing up the 86 aspencade, but giving a good clean up. Right side plastics had to apply some glue and clean up extra clean , especially highway peg bars ... so little by little ...im getting there .
Enjoy the holidays. Looking forward to the next video . Stay safe , god bless