You can also test the continuity of the sensor switch without removing it and dumping all the coolant, just have to get the bike really hot and make sure not to burn yourself reaching in there. Attach some wires to the posts prior to warming up the bike and then just using the voltmeter on the wires to see if the switch engages when the engine is hot.
Thank you. Some one bi-passed my thermo switch and ran wires to a toggle switch in the dash of my bike. What a waste of time! Replacing the thermo is easy- thanks for the video!
Great video, I did pretty much the same. Opted for a aftermarket sensor first, which opened way beyond the original one. Original Honda parts are measured in Gold, but hey, they do work as expected.
Glad to hear it all worked out for you! Where did you get your oem from, online? I had to get one off eBay but I think it would be helpful if I could direct people to a vendor where they'll definitely get the right part.
@@Joeyfingis It seems the OEM sensors are getting quite rare. Could only find one Ebay seller here in Germany and I noticed that the prices are increasing rapidly. From 60€ to around 120€ now. Luckily I bought two sensors a couple of years back. The aftermarket one I tried was from Tourmax, I still don't know if it was a faulty or simply the wrong one. But I have read more reports that the aftermarket sensors do not function the same as OEM, even though they are advertised as such.
Yeah I've experienced the same thing where the non-OEM ones either are too sensitive or not sensitive enough. I usually keep the ones that are too sensitive in there as that's fine with me, but then they seem to wear out faster too. I end up basically changing my coolant more often than I would otherwise just to keep up with the bogus cheap fan sensors.
Great video, I did a video the other day on this exact process and was looking everywhere to find out what was the socket size to fit the switch, I thought I was the only one to mention it but Kudos to your video which stated the 27mm socket. My problem was that the switch was stuck in the closed position, so I am changing it. Again great video.
I have a smallquestion for you, please be kind enough to reply. I tested a new radiator cap with a temperature gauge. MY motorbike is Honda AX-1. After installation everything works fine without any problem. Fan start and stop is normal, after radiator cool water level ok. But I have a small doubt. As shown on temperature gauge, Fan starting temperature is around 112C (230F) and fan off is 105C (221F). Do you think this temperature is too high or could be any fault with the temperature sensor of the radiator?
Personally I don't think that's too high, there are a number of sensors that trip the fan between 170F-225F. I think that you're at the higher end but it's okay. If you want to make the fan turn on at lower temp, could you flash a new ECU? Otherwise you could look for a sensor switch that actuates at a lower temp. I've had aftermarket ones that trip low like 180F and ones that trip high like 215F.
@@Joeyfingis Thank you very much for your reply. I am still using the original radiator sensor, I guess the switching temperature could be 100C.Radiator temperature-sensor placed at the bottom. Technically the radiator bottom water temperature is low compared with upper. That is the reason the radiator cap indicator shows 110C, am I correct?
I guess I'm not sure. Heat rises, but also I could see the whole system being hotter closer to the engine and cooler further away. I'll try to look into it and if I can figure it out I'll let you know!!
Nice bike , if you were going to replace that bike with a new one what would you buy ? I have a 1980 naked goldwing and was thinking of getting something new but all the new bikes suck I really don’t like anything new,
Well, I wouldn't replace it! It's the perfect comfortable yet stylish and powerful highway bike to take on long drives. I can clip on the luggage and go camping or take it off and look more like a cb750. Very versatile and wonderful bike. I love the naked goldwing. HOWEVER, I have been wanting something a little lighter, more nimble, and torque-y for around town. I've been doing a ton of research and I think the perfect compliment to this naked GL1100 is a 1980s Honda Magna. Now I'm just debating between a V45 750cc or the V30 500cc with a larger rear sprocket for increased acceleration! Now, if you can't have two bikes and you want something right in-between the Gl1100 and the Magna, I was very tempted to bite on a 1982 Honda cb900 custom, but it just seemed too similar to the Gl1100 to have both.
That’s what I wanted the older I get the lighter bike I want but I go coast to coast once a year and I’ve been doing it on a 2000 Honda Valkyrie interstate All 900 it’s of it and I have a 1980 gl 1100 naked ,I kinda like that retro Kawasaki w 800 , I’ll keep looking
I just went for a ride with a 1982 Silverwing GL500, I made a video of the ride you should check it out. I got to ride the Silverwing and it's for sure much much lighter than the goldwing, but it has plenty of space to pack gear and take that coast to coast ride you're looking for. Trying looking at the Silverwings! They even made a GL650 version, but the GL500 was doing fine on the highway.
What a cool vintage motorcycle
Great video quality guys
Thanks 👍
The coolant is so beautiful 💙
Super duper thank you for showing how to do the diagnosis at 1:04 and 3:04, I ended up just having to clean my connector!
🎉 well I bet that saved a load of time
You can also test the continuity of the sensor switch without removing it and dumping all the coolant, just have to get the bike really hot and make sure not to burn yourself reaching in there. Attach some wires to the posts prior to warming up the bike and then just using the voltmeter on the wires to see if the switch engages when the engine is hot.
Great point!
Thank you. Some one bi-passed my thermo switch and ran wires to a toggle switch in the dash of my bike. What a waste of time! Replacing the thermo is easy- thanks for the video!
Great video, I did pretty much the same. Opted for a aftermarket sensor first, which opened way beyond the original one.
Original Honda parts are measured in Gold, but hey, they do work as expected.
Glad to hear it all worked out for you! Where did you get your oem from, online? I had to get one off eBay but I think it would be helpful if I could direct people to a vendor where they'll definitely get the right part.
@@Joeyfingis It seems the OEM sensors are getting quite rare. Could only find one Ebay seller here in Germany and I noticed that the prices are increasing rapidly. From 60€ to around 120€ now. Luckily I bought two sensors a couple of years back. The aftermarket one I tried was from Tourmax, I still don't know if it was a faulty or simply the wrong one. But I have read more reports that the aftermarket sensors do not function the same as OEM, even though they are advertised as such.
@@assikopp123 Bummer about the price, I can only find cheap knock offs
Yeah I've experienced the same thing where the non-OEM ones either are too sensitive or not sensitive enough. I usually keep the ones that are too sensitive in there as that's fine with me, but then they seem to wear out faster too. I end up basically changing my coolant more often than I would otherwise just to keep up with the bogus cheap fan sensors.
Wish i had this video earlier! I had a similar issue back in '22 (but instead of a busted temp sensor, I just didnt have any oil in my bike 🤷)
We thought about it over a beer and we all agree this sensor switch might not have saved you in that case.
Great video, I did a video the other day on this exact process and was looking everywhere to find out what was the socket size to fit the switch, I thought I was the only one to mention it but Kudos to your video which stated the 27mm socket. My problem was that the switch was stuck in the closed position, so I am changing it. Again great video.
I have a smallquestion for you, please be kind enough to reply. I tested a new radiator cap with a temperature gauge. MY motorbike is Honda AX-1. After installation everything works fine without any problem. Fan start and stop is normal, after radiator cool water level ok. But I have a small doubt. As shown on temperature gauge, Fan starting temperature is around 112C (230F) and fan off is 105C (221F). Do you think this temperature is too high or could be any fault with the temperature sensor of the radiator?
Personally I don't think that's too high, there are a number of sensors that trip the fan between 170F-225F. I think that you're at the higher end but it's okay.
If you want to make the fan turn on at lower temp, could you flash a new ECU?
Otherwise you could look for a sensor switch that actuates at a lower temp. I've had aftermarket ones that trip low like 180F and ones that trip high like 215F.
@@Joeyfingis Thank you very much for your reply. I am still using the original radiator sensor, I guess the switching temperature could be 100C.Radiator temperature-sensor placed at the bottom. Technically the radiator bottom water temperature is low compared with upper. That is the reason the radiator cap indicator shows 110C, am I correct?
@@malanvythilingam1590 I think you're right. Hope you get it all figured out
I guess I'm not sure. Heat rises, but also I could see the whole system being hotter closer to the engine and cooler further away. I'll try to look into it and if I can figure it out I'll let you know!!
Nice bike , if you were going to replace that bike with a new one what would you buy ? I have a 1980 naked goldwing and was thinking of getting something new but all the new bikes suck I really don’t like anything new,
Well, I wouldn't replace it! It's the perfect comfortable yet stylish and powerful highway bike to take on long drives. I can clip on the luggage and go camping or take it off and look more like a cb750. Very versatile and wonderful bike. I love the naked goldwing.
HOWEVER, I have been wanting something a little lighter, more nimble, and torque-y for around town. I've been doing a ton of research and I think the perfect compliment to this naked GL1100 is a 1980s Honda Magna. Now I'm just debating between a V45 750cc or the V30 500cc with a larger rear sprocket for increased acceleration!
Now, if you can't have two bikes and you want something right in-between the Gl1100 and the Magna, I was very tempted to bite on a 1982 Honda cb900 custom, but it just seemed too similar to the Gl1100 to have both.
That’s what I wanted the older I get the lighter bike I want but I go coast to coast once a year and I’ve been doing it on a 2000 Honda Valkyrie interstate All 900 it’s of it and I have a 1980 gl 1100 naked ,I kinda like that retro Kawasaki w 800 , I’ll keep looking
I just went for a ride with a 1982 Silverwing GL500, I made a video of the ride you should check it out. I got to ride the Silverwing and it's for sure much much lighter than the goldwing, but it has plenty of space to pack gear and take that coast to coast ride you're looking for. Trying looking at the Silverwings! They even made a GL650 version, but the GL500 was doing fine on the highway.