I love my wing as well. One thing I will point out is if anyone is having trouble putting this big beast on the center stand keep in mind the adjustable suspension. You can always raise up the rear suspension to the highest setting and it will be easier to put on the center stand. Alot of people struggle with this and never think about raising the rear suspension. Work smarter not harder. Be safe and good video. 👍
That is only handy if you have a built in air compressor so you can add or remove air by the push of a button. My Wings didn't have that so my extention did the job. Good idea though.
I have a 1982 Interstate at this time and my others were a GL1200 and a 2000 GL1500. Haven't owned a 1800, yet. My 1100 is a rescue bike I found in a salvage yard. It was considered totaled by Geico because it went down and damaged the fairing. I bought it, repaired the fairing and after a detail it looks almost new and to my surprise it had 35,000 actual miles on it. Has many more years and miles left in it.
@@christownsend7602 that 1100 sounds like a very nice bike. That's what I call a diamond in the ruff. I did the same with a 2000 gl1500. Had fairing and fender damage. And needed a new steering head bearing. Replaced it all and like you said. It almost looks brand new. Sorry didn't mean no disrespect on my comment just wasn't sure of what year wing you were referring too. Thanks for replying. Be safe. 👍
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 didn't take it as anything disrespectful, just saying what I have. It's a great bike, couldn't stand to see it sitting in the mud at the salvage yard. Beautiful, black beast. Thought I was done riding, I am 72, but, guess I wasn't.
I find it it's up on the centre stand on just the very slightest slope backwards, getting it OFF the centre stand is the real issue! I'm actually surprised GW haven't invented an electronic automatic centre stand, whilst you're still seated on the bike, then you could just step off.
One of the most important parts of the 'technique' is that if you do it on an uphill incline (like in your video) it's alot easier than on a level. That makes a big difference. Once you get it moving it falls back.
If you throw it up on its center stand with a slight incline. It’s a bit more difficult to get it back down. Not hard; just more work. I throw my bike on urs center stand every time.
Lveling up the center stand is a must do for ALL center stand bikes. Some countries don't require driving education before obtaining a license. Those countries that do, youl'l learn this method during your training.
I found a ride off center stand at wing stuff site. It's just a little shorter than original. You don't get the teeter-totter effect of one tire of the ground.
Hey I noticed your luggage rack with your rear spoiler. Can you please tell me who made your luggage rack and rather you had to purchase extenders to get it over the spoiler? Thank you for your excellent videos and for your time.
Watch my Goldwing accessories video. The link for the luggage rack is in the description below the video. It did not require any special spacers. It is a fantastic luggage rack!
Good Video. The biggest problem I see with people trying to put the bike on the center stand is that after they put their foot on the center stand and push it to the ground, they need to bring the bike straight up so it is resting on both of the center stand legs. If it is not resting on both of the legs before they start to lift the bike, it is harder to put the bike on the center stand.
Yes that is the key to make sure both legs are touching, then it’s pretty easy to do. It took me a while to learn that and I couldn’t believe the difference.
That big bike seems a little wobbly going up on that centerstand. I have an FJR and I thought that was fairly stout going up on its centerstand but I guess the GW ups that by about 250 pounds!!
I only weigh in at about 160. When I was 220 it was a lot easier. Just saying that while part of putting "any" large bike on a center stand is technique, having more weight on you makes it a lot easier as well.
I have owned three different Goldwings and the GL1100 I can generally get it up on the center stand but, the GL1200 and the GL1500 where beyond ability. So, I made a clip on extention that fit the center stand arm that gave me about another foot of length and that worked for me. I am guessing you weigh something North of 200lbs, if not, beg my pardon, but, I come in at less than 125lbs and only 5ft 5", so you may have somewhat of an advantage on me. I toured extensively two up with the 1200 and 1500, the 1100 is just a sunny day ride ride for me nowadays. Loved them all, great motorcycles. Really good looking bike you have.
@@tenaciousvirgiltenaciousvi5671 I am also 5'6". Occasionally I would have a particular situation where my short legs were an issue, but never bad enough to be a real problem. I was able to run the rear air shocks a lower setting to help with the height problem. The reverse gear was a great option. My biggest problem was being too light to get the 1500 up on the centerstand, a little stronger may have helped also. Never thought about not riding one none the less.
Just got a 1800. Watched dozens of videos. You win the prize for the simplicity. You rock. Where did you find that pad on the stand. Rubber I believe. Thanks
I have an after market ride off center stand! It looks like it came with rubber pad for boot. Two things, I have gravel so used piece of plywood under stand. Second, metal stand hurts my foot before it gets lifted up. I've had several bikes with center stands with never a problem, but I can not get this GL1500 on its center stand! I'm planning on concrete pad an find or make a rubber mount, too ease foot pain! Any other ideas would be appreciated!
Surprised the windshield doesn’t operate smoothly on that Goldwing. 900 lbs.? My current bike is less than half that wet. I think my next bike might be a BMW or Ducati sport touring bike.
@@d2destinations106 Yeah it's a whole nother world of power and I don't miss the 6th Gear. Only Gripe is no power port to charge my phone but I'm getting one installed on 9/2 and then gonna get a Bluetooth Amp Gizmo so I can play music off my phone.
I really thought you were going to use reverse to back it up on the center stand. I wonder if the difficulty people have with the center stand is because they have only ridden modern bikes and have no experience with center stands. I don't find it any more difficult to put the gl1800 on the center stand than my cb750.
I just bought a new to me 2009 Goldwing GL 1800, it has less than 15,000 miles. The inside upper dashboard where it meets the windshield has cracks, how do I fix that? Other than that it appears cosmetically near perfect. What sort of service should I look into doing ?
If you have maintenance records, check last time the air filter and oil was changed. If there is no record, I would change both including Final Drive oil. Oil changes are super easy. The air filter is tedious but its actually looks harder to do than it is. I would recommend purchasing Cruiseman's Garage maintenance videos and a service manual if you have never worked on a Wing before. Thats probably all you need to do at 15k miles, but the service manual will give you a chart of what needs to be done during certain mileage intervals. I would follow that. As far as cracks in the dash, without seeing how extensive that damage is, I would look at sealing them with some sort of epoxy and repainting the dash. Or look for a used one in great shape and just replace it. Other guys here may have better ideas
I have question I’m confused dose the 2001 an o2 to 5 is they’re good bikes because I’m worried to get one and it will has problems my money not enough to get from 2006 please could u advice me thanks
Great video, I am considering puchasing an earlier model goldwing, but, I heard the control buttons will "stick" after a while, or simply stop working. Have you had these problems?
@@d2destinations106 Yes, the lube used in the Honda Wing switches will harden over time and from lack of use. I get about 10 years from mine and have changed out both sides once now in 20 years of usage. Easy to do, and you can certainly play around with them and hopefully fix them for awhile anyway. But if you are using the bike for long distance touring, you don't want to find you can't get out of reverse when 1000 miles from home. Now I routinely activate all the following buttons....reverse, cruise, mute and emergency blinkers (which is the most likely to lock up). I have also found if you are stuck, try using a hair dryer on the switch to warm it up and you can usually then get out of a locking in situation. Then while hot, activate and deactivate the switch some 20 times or so. On all older Wings, you have to continue to pay attention to this problem. This is about the only real problem that all Wings experience and being prewarned it's relatively easy to deal with
That's a common problem on older GL1800's. There are a number of videos on YT that go through the fix. In a nutshell, its best to take the switch housing apart and clean and re-lube each contact point but you should probably be a person who is patient and organized before attempting that.
hello young people, can you tell me how to make reverse gear work, point by point educationally N°1 neutral N°2 I go into gear? if yes which one N°3 I press the reverse button N°4 I release the clutch? N°5 what do I do ???? I bought it some time ago, I had the 1000 from 1978 before. It's brand new to me and I'm a big badger with it. thank you very much to whoever answers me....
Neutral, push in reverse button, press starter button and bike will move backwards. When done press reverse button again. No clutch or gear required, just neutral.
@@wingandhog it's true and REAL and manners have nothing to do with it Karen .. manners are for "nice" people having a "nice" time and this is TH-cam .. I came for an example without those preconditions and ended up finding it elsewhere
This obviously requires practice. I have a 1984 1200 goldwing and I have to really, really struggle to do this. Im 6'3 and 240lbs and if the motorcycle falls on its side, Its incredibly difficult to upright it again. If its a hot summer days, I will be soaking wet with sweat. There must be an easier way.
You're trying too hard with the center stand. If you stand it up properly, so the weight is evenly distributed to both feet, you can use your body weight on the pedal, and very little upper body to put it on the stand. My girlfriend can do it, no problem. I think the issue is people not standing the bike fully upright because they're afraid it will pull them over center, but as long as your weight is on the center stand, you could even go hands free and the bike won't tip.
peeps WAY overcomplicate the centerstand issue. I've done mine (2012 GL1800) BAREFOOT WITH TWO FINGERS multiple times. you're not LIFTING the bike up- you're rocking it backwards and using mechanical advantage (fulcrum/lever). bottom line: PIPE DOWN AND QUIT BEING PANZIES 😁
Please redo your video. The proper way to adjust the windshield is in the owners manual. Please read it. Your windshield internal mechanism is broken by yourself or the previous owner.
I love my wing as well. One thing I will point out is if anyone is having trouble putting this big beast on the center stand keep in mind the adjustable suspension. You can always raise up the rear suspension to the highest setting and it will be easier to put on the center stand. Alot of people struggle with this and never think about raising the rear suspension. Work smarter not harder. Be safe and good video. 👍
That is only handy if you have a built in air compressor so you can add or remove air by the push of a button. My Wings didn't have that so my extention did the job. Good idea though.
@@christownsend7602 so you must have a F6B or a Gold wing 2018+? I never seen an 1800 with out suspension adjustment.
I have a 1982 Interstate at this time and my others were a GL1200 and a 2000 GL1500. Haven't owned a 1800, yet. My 1100 is a rescue bike I found in a salvage yard. It was considered totaled by Geico because it went down and damaged the fairing. I bought it, repaired the fairing and after a detail it looks almost new and to my surprise it had 35,000 actual miles on it. Has many more years and miles left in it.
@@christownsend7602 that 1100 sounds like a very nice bike. That's what I call a diamond in the ruff. I did the same with a 2000 gl1500. Had fairing and fender damage. And needed a new steering head bearing. Replaced it all and like you said. It almost looks brand new. Sorry didn't mean no disrespect on my comment just wasn't sure of what year wing you were referring too. Thanks for replying. Be safe. 👍
@@mosmotorcyclejourney9067 didn't take it as anything disrespectful, just saying what I have. It's a great bike, couldn't stand to see it sitting in the mud at the salvage yard. Beautiful, black beast. Thought I was done riding, I am 72, but, guess I wasn't.
Been a sport bike rider for over 30 years...bought a 05 Goldwing on my 56th BDay......thanks for the tips...especially the centre stand issue
My pleasure, enjoy the ride!
New GW owner thanks for all your help! Good fella😊
Thank you for watching!
I can put mine on the center stand, but it is a significant pull. Last year I purchased the Ride on Ride off center stand and it is wonderful.
Just got mine today. You definitely helped with the center stand portion
Glad I could help
I find it it's up on the centre stand on just the very slightest slope backwards, getting it OFF the centre stand is the real issue! I'm actually surprised GW haven't invented an electronic automatic centre stand, whilst you're still seated on the bike, then you could just step off.
One of the most important parts of the 'technique' is that if you do it on an uphill incline (like in your video) it's alot easier than on a level. That makes a big difference. Once you get it moving it falls back.
If you throw it up on its center stand with a slight incline. It’s a bit more difficult to get it back down. Not hard; just more work. I throw my bike on urs center stand every time.
Great video for those that “can’t get it up” 😂🤣😳🤣😂🤣
Lveling up the center stand is a must do for ALL center stand bikes. Some countries don't require driving education before obtaining a license. Those countries that do, youl'l learn this method during your training.
I bought a centre stand ,extension made it easy
Sir can u please add the links of all the accessories garmin ,cupholder phone mount n all i m loving it than k sooo much
I've found that I need to to have the suspension raised to the max in order to easily put it on the center stand on level ground.
I found a ride off center stand at wing stuff site. It's just a little shorter than original. You don't get the teeter-totter effect of one tire of the ground.
Hey I noticed your luggage rack with your rear spoiler. Can you please tell me who made your luggage rack and rather you had to purchase extenders to get it over the spoiler? Thank you for your excellent videos and for your time.
Watch my Goldwing accessories video. The link for the luggage rack is in the description below the video. It did not require any special spacers. It is a fantastic luggage rack!
Good Video. The biggest problem I see with people trying to put the bike on the center stand is that after they put their foot on the center stand and push it to the ground, they need to bring the bike straight up so it is resting on both of the center stand legs. If it is not resting on both of the legs before they start to lift the bike, it is harder to put the bike on the center stand.
Yes that is the key to make sure both legs are touching, then it’s pretty easy to do. It took me a while to learn that and I couldn’t believe the difference.
Great video sir. I just bought my 1st Goldwing
Very informative video , well presented 👍 David day Cambridge, England
Any info on the left hand side satnav Garmin fitting? That's a very good position, not seen before. Great bike👍
Thanks!!
That big bike seems a little wobbly going up on that centerstand. I have an FJR and I thought that was fairly stout going up on its centerstand but I guess the GW ups that by about 250 pounds!!
I suspect that is not a factory seat where do we buy them ?
I only weigh in at about 160. When I was 220 it was a lot easier. Just saying that while part of putting "any" large bike on a center stand is technique, having more weight on you makes it a lot easier as well.
I weigh 142 pounds and throw it around. Put it up on the center every time. It’s easy. 🤷🏻♂️
You get used to it. Nerves will make it hard.
I have owned three different Goldwings and the GL1100 I can generally get it up on the center stand but, the GL1200 and the GL1500 where beyond ability. So, I made a clip on extention that fit the center stand arm that gave me about another foot of length and that worked for me. I am guessing you weigh something North of 200lbs, if not, beg my pardon, but, I come in at less than 125lbs and only 5ft 5", so you may have somewhat of an advantage on me. I toured extensively two up with the 1200 and 1500, the 1100 is just a sunny day ride ride for me nowadays. Loved them all, great motorcycles. Really good looking bike you have.
Do you have problem with seat height? I'm 5'6 and it's a bit of a stretch for me. I love the bike bit I got short legs!
@@tenaciousvirgiltenaciousvi5671 I am also 5'6". Occasionally I would have a particular situation where my short legs were an issue, but never bad enough to be a real problem. I was able to run the rear air shocks a lower setting to help with the height problem. The reverse gear was a great option. My biggest problem was being too light to get the 1500 up on the centerstand, a little stronger may have helped also. Never thought about not riding one none the less.
@christownsend7602 Thanks! I put 1 inch lifts in my shoes that's helped some for sure. I'm only 135 so I'll have some issues with stand I'm sure.
Mann, you did that😁
Just got a 1800. Watched dozens of videos. You win the prize for the simplicity. You rock. Where did you find that pad on the stand. Rubber I believe. Thanks
I have an after market ride off center stand! It looks like it came with rubber pad for boot. Two things, I have gravel so used piece of plywood under stand. Second, metal stand hurts my foot before it gets lifted up. I've had several bikes with center stands with never a problem, but I can not get this GL1500 on its center stand! I'm planning on concrete pad an find or make a rubber mount, too ease foot pain! Any other ideas would be appreciated!
Surprised the windshield doesn’t operate smoothly on that Goldwing. 900 lbs.? My current bike is less than half that wet.
I think my next bike might be a BMW or Ducati sport touring bike.
Center stand igot. The back rest were do I get one like that?
Great Information. Just Traded my Victory on a 2006 GL 1800.
@@d2destinations106 Yeah it's a whole nother world of power and I don't miss the 6th Gear. Only Gripe is no power port to charge my phone but I'm getting one installed on 9/2 and then gonna get a Bluetooth Amp Gizmo so I can play music off my phone.
I really thought you were going to use reverse to back it up on the center stand. I wonder if the difficulty people have with the center stand is because they have only ridden modern bikes and have no experience with center stands. I don't find it any more difficult to put the gl1800 on the center stand than my cb750.
I just bought a new to me 2009 Goldwing GL 1800, it has less than 15,000 miles. The inside upper dashboard where it meets the windshield has cracks, how do I fix that? Other than that it appears cosmetically near perfect. What sort of service should I look into doing ?
If you have maintenance records, check last time the air filter and oil was changed. If there is no record, I would change both including Final Drive oil. Oil changes are super easy. The air filter is tedious but its actually looks harder to do than it is. I would recommend purchasing Cruiseman's Garage maintenance videos and a service manual if you have never worked on a Wing before.
Thats probably all you need to do at 15k miles, but the service manual will give you a chart of what needs to be done during certain mileage intervals. I would follow that.
As far as cracks in the dash, without seeing how extensive that damage is, I would look at sealing them with some sort of epoxy and repainting the dash. Or look for a used one in great shape and just replace it. Other guys here may have better ideas
Changed the oil already, taking it in for a check up on Saturday. Final drive oil looks okay.
I have question I’m confused dose the 2001 an o2 to 5 is they’re good bikes because I’m worried to get one and it will has problems my money not enough to get from 2006 please could u advice me thanks
Great video, I am considering puchasing an earlier model goldwing, but, I heard the control buttons will "stick" after a while, or simply stop working. Have you had these problems?
@@d2destinations106 Yes, the lube used in the Honda Wing switches will harden over time and from lack of use. I get about 10 years from mine and have changed out both sides once now in 20 years of usage. Easy to do, and you can certainly play around with them and hopefully fix them for awhile anyway. But if you are using the bike for long distance touring, you don't want to find you can't get out of reverse when 1000 miles from home.
Now I routinely activate all the following buttons....reverse, cruise, mute and emergency blinkers (which is the most likely to lock up). I have also found if you are stuck, try using a hair dryer on the switch to warm it up and you can usually then get out of a locking in situation. Then while hot, activate and deactivate the switch some 20 times or so. On all older Wings, you have to continue to pay attention to this problem.
This is about the only real problem that all Wings experience and being prewarned it's relatively easy to deal with
That's a common problem on older GL1800's. There are a number of videos on YT that go through the fix. In a nutshell, its best to take the switch housing apart and clean and re-lube each contact point but you should probably be a person who is patient and organized before attempting that.
hello young people, can you tell me how to make reverse gear work, point by point educationally
N°1 neutral
N°2 I go into gear? if yes which one
N°3 I press the reverse button
N°4 I release the clutch?
N°5 what do I do ????
I bought it some time ago, I had the 1000 from 1978 before.
It's brand new to me and I'm a big badger with it.
thank you very much to whoever answers me....
Neutral, push in reverse button, press starter button and bike will move backwards. When done press reverse button again. No clutch or gear required, just neutral.
@@d2destinations106. Thank you very much, I will tame the big beast
Great video. Can you tell me what mount you have there for your phone and GPS?
1:51 and there ya have it .. on smooth flat concrete going DOWNHILL a 900 lb motorcycle with 300+ lb guy standing on the centerstand
Manners go a long way
@@wingandhog it's true and REAL and manners have nothing to do with it Karen .. manners are for "nice" people having a "nice" time and this is TH-cam .. I came for an example without those preconditions and ended up finding it elsewhere
@@gschady ….congratulations
Easier to put on stand when driveway is uphill.
Watch the whole video, I turn it around and do it in the exact same spot reversed
It's easy due to an inclined driveway, not so easy on a level surface.
Watch part 2 video where I turn it around facing downhill and still put it on the center stand in the exact same spot.
Nice Bike
I noticed you were a little out of breath. How many times did you practice this move before video taping it?
This obviously requires practice. I have a 1984 1200 goldwing and I have to really, really struggle to do this. Im 6'3 and 240lbs and if the motorcycle falls on its side, Its incredibly difficult to upright it again. If its a hot summer days, I will be soaking wet with sweat. There must be an easier way.
when I put mine up on in my inclined driveway it is a lot easier just saying....
Still don’t understand why people don’t buy a ride of center stand then a kid could put it on the center stand 🤷♂️🤣
The linked fully linked brakes are the deal breaker for me.
Put a car tire on there and try that
Not getting your point, I’ve got a CT and do it on a level surface all day long at 68 years young.
You're trying too hard with the center stand. If you stand it up properly, so the weight is evenly distributed to both feet, you can use your body weight on the pedal, and very little upper body to put it on the stand. My girlfriend can do it, no problem. I think the issue is people not standing the bike fully upright because they're afraid it will pull them over center, but as long as your weight is on the center stand, you could even go hands free and the bike won't tip.
peeps WAY overcomplicate the centerstand issue. I've done mine (2012 GL1800) BAREFOOT WITH TWO FINGERS multiple times. you're not LIFTING the bike up- you're rocking it backwards and using mechanical advantage (fulcrum/lever). bottom line: PIPE DOWN AND QUIT BEING PANZIES 😁
Lol. I fitted the electric windshield spend some money on your bike. Why you showing us cb bs? No one uses it.
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Please redo your video. The proper way to adjust the windshield is in the owners manual. Please read it. Your windshield internal mechanism is broken by yourself or the previous owner.
I will say it looks like you are on a slope on that driveway. Prob helps alittle bit.
ground is not straight , run it around and you will not do it 😆😆