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I had both an 86 gl1200, and a 94 gl1500 and loved them both! My problem is every bike I buy I fix all the issues the previous owner never bothered with, and then sell the bike for the same amount I buy it for! Not a really solid investment strategy....
I do the same thing and I don't know why lol
Looks like a two owner Wing is the winner.
Your a good man Philip
Your either paying to much or selling for to little
That is called passion. I'm the same. Unfortunately passion and hundreds of hours spent caring about our bikes, will never be refunded.
This is why I like your videos. Things go wrong and you don't edit them out. Just honesty at its best.
^^^^^^ What he said.
Japcrap
I have an 89 Wing with 170k+ miles on it. Just had the water pump replaced. No problems. I switch between it and my 2018 Wing as my commute bikes. Love it! BTW, I get 40+ mpg on it. Biggest problem is sticking switches, like the cruise control! Electronic cleaner becomes a great friend!
Yeah must be a Honda thing my 29 year old Shadow needs the turn signal switch cleaned ever so often or they start acting wonky. Another trick I learned about electronics on a motorcycle if you want to avoid down the road problems is dielectric grease in all the electrical connections. It keeps water out so they don't corrode, and then you have to track down where the short is.
I have a '99 model. Getting all of the hoses replaced and thermostat now. Costing a small fortune in labor. Enough to buy another motorcycle. Runs good but I wish I could get 40.mpg. I can only get 30 out of mine with all new tires AND a tuneup still only gets 30. Have to fill up every 120 miles.
40+mpg??? Jesus I get that much with my Silverwing 600 scooter...😂😂😂
This is the best test ride I have ever been on. I laughed so hard I cried. Driving down the road at 75mph whilst trying to force the vent open and balancing motorcycle parts on your lap. If only we had more of this kind of entertainment our world would be a better place. I am praying for your safety and your Honda.
Grew up loving bad-ass choppers and racebikes. Finally at the age where i feel mature enough to ride bikes. For some reason i keep going back to a Honda Goldwing. Sure it's not hip,doesn't look dangerous or extravagant. But tbh...that's not what i'm after. I want to be able to sporadicly take a bike and do a 6 hour trip without breaking myself. Riding a bike should be relaxing at your terms. This type of motorcycle is actually exactly that for me.
My granddad had several bikes. He's choppers were super cool but they gave me a headache and jointpain. The trips we made on he's Goldwing(exactly this model) were the most memorable to date. Wish me luck finding a solid one!
It's fun seeing these old Goldwing videos. Just got gifted an 84 Aspencade and love it.
Love the goldwing man just got my 1st bike 1983 goldwing free as a gift Froma family friend. Hasnt ran in years needs a clutch i guess wish me luck on the process on fixing it up.
Im reviving an 81 right now too :) good luck!
How is it coming along??? I'm checking out a old cheap goldwing later today for a project
I'm trying to rebuild my 1982 Goldwing. Always an adventure!
91 years old? Man, Goldwing was SO ahead of it's time, the company wasn't even invented when this bike was blasting the roads! 😄
I know this is an old video, but .... love the wood paneling. That’s just classic 80s
The wood paneling... oh my god, lol
I have an 89, I don't have the wood grain (thank god), but I do have a carpet dash cover... LOL--
Nothing says 70s or 80s more than wood grain paneling. Lol
Nearly any aftermarket on these bikes was garbage
I just bought my first Goldwing (1984 w/ 32,000 miles). I'm super excited. It's always been my"dream bike"
Until you see the valkyrie. Interstate model if you want the highway cruiser
Hi! I ride GL1200 for fifteen years and I have beautiful experience. For me it is excellent motorcycle.
I have owned two gold wings from new and one Harley Ultra Classic from new, I loved them all but the Honda Goldwing is bye Far best motorcycle built, it's the quietest, the best handling, the most comfortable, you don't get all that heat from the exhaust ,it keeps you drier in the rain, the harley gives you the raw motorcycle experience, I like it all.
Wow those old gold wings look like spaceships. Got to love the wood grain!
My gf left me because of the wood grain on my gold wing. Said it made me look like a simp. You won't get chicks with wood grain, that's for sure.
@@drServitis probably not the only reason
@@yogiballa You're right. She said your dad was coming home and I had to get out fast!
"Throttle goes around like 12 times"....you crack me up...enjoyed your video man.
Rode passenger through the Colorado mountains with my Grandfather on the GL 1500, 27 years ago. 1K+ miles round trip. It's a great bike... (if you know how to use it!) Lol!
(He's 5'3" at most) Nothing like a winding up above the tree-line on a Goldwing!
I have both a '82 Goldwing Interstate AND a '83 Goldwing Aspencade in MINT condition.. BOTH are solid bikes and I love riding them
I have a 1994 GL1500 and love it and agree about not being 100% cosmetically correct as long as it runs well. it have been stored for 5 years with no stabilizer in the fuel before I bought it and started it right up with a fresh battery and only had to run a bottle of seafoam through the tank to get it idle properly. I also have a 1976 GL100 and it still runs just as well as the 1994 :)
I stopped riding while serving in the navy. Started back up 8/20 with a 2019 Honda Shadow Areo. Love your video. Look forward to seeing them.
Hey same thing with my bike, a ninja 650 with about 800$ in mods, selling it for 1500$ with 16000 km on it, the reason he gave me was that it wasn’t a show quality bike so he wasn’t going to sell it for show prices, the bike starts first crank, and Runs like a dream, hope more people become like that
Watched your Goldwing video a couple of times while shopping for a mid '90's GW. When scouting craigslist and facebook market place I was amazed at the amount of Goldwingsthat are never garaged or covered up when not in use. The rain and sun ruin the plastic stuff. I found a nice one owner '98 for about 500 bucks more than the ugly bikes. As you say, great bikes.
Gotta love the sound of that engine when he's got it at full throttle. Sounds like an old air-cooled 911.
They were never air cool
@@keithrowell5895 They were. Until 1998, they were air-cooled.
Keith Rowell
Wrong. Early 911s were all air-cooled.
"If one of your panels isn't like falling off when you're riding, you're not doing it right." Lol. Words of wisdom brother.
As i can recall the cruise control works only in the OD (5th gear) and only when the speedometer has at least 60 k/h (or 80 ?) . I had the GW 1500 SE(1990 m.y.) back in '93-'94. The CREME DE LA CREME ! for those who have heard of that GW's nickname, because of the 2 tone white-beige color !
I started off checking out a Suzuki burgman and ended up watching most of your videos .great content and great energy.keepbit up
I bought a new 1986 Interstate in 1986, still riding it every summer.
I just bought an old goldwing 1989 and in only 16 it's a fixer upper it runs and I love it so much I appreciate older bikes
The best bike in the world ! I love the sound of the GL1500 ...
I bought a 93 aspencade Cash only. Paid 4200 2 years ago. Good body flawless but not added chrome. Plain Jane. It does hesitate from the hole. Reverse works. Thank god. The bike flies. Seems to have no engine problems except the hesitation. Bought it because that body style was a favorite of mine and my dad had one of the first gold wings. Love the ride. The radio works but only out of one speaker. I’m not dissatisfied with my bike but it needs attention has all panels. After market windscreen. Needed new battery. Great bike.
I had the 96 pearl blue...now I'm looking at 89 two tone tan...love these bikes...and they will go 400k miles.
I have 84 GL1200 Standard and I love it! Had to do a lot of work to it but it’s an awesome ride now!
lol....ok here we go
1...side covers explode off of gl1500's at speed, or when trucks pass you.Old school users glue a rope to inside so they dont lose it.
2... 80% of all gl1500 have a cruse control out of calibration ( 5 components, all have to be perfect )
3....50% of all gl1500's have a radio stuck on mute
4....fast as hell for 900 pounds and a wall on the front...4th gear will pull so hard your eyes bleed ...will run forever....literally , old school, and I'll never trade mine in.
The GL1500 was build between good old last forever engineering ( CB 550 4 for instance ) and modern sleek street bike eras (gl1800.....241 buttons?....really? ) ......the perfect combination of craftsmanship and modern tech
Funny that you mentioned radio being stuck on mute. Mine was like that for so long and it irritated the hell out of me, even though I never actually use it. In my case, there was something about parking the bike with the handlebars all the way to the left that would make the radio mute. When I make it a point to turn the bars all the way to the right before starting the bike, mute usually goes away. Weird.
@@ApexPredatorBoids coming out of the controls on the bars for radio.......cut the green wire.....and ground it to the screw on the clutch handle on the controller side.......mute is fixed
7:00 always wondered about reverse "gear" on the big motorcycles. Reversing the polarity of the starter motor and using the starter motor to move the bike backwards is simple genius.
Haha as a prior Truck driver you must have been driving that semi crazy 😂
no shit! i kept thinking dude, seriously, quit screwing around.
and everyone else that is now jammed up behind the truck
@@TheIceBurglar Well, things happen. Like you know the side panel was coming off and he was trying to remove it and tuck it under his leg at speed. Geez. Your'e so worried about your gearing that perhaps you forget that you are sharing the road and shit happens outside of your bubble.
Love my 89 1500 227280 miles still going strong just keep them maintained and will run forever 💙
Wing fan here. Honda used to say they should be able to do a million miles. More than this Biker will ever need, ha.
I sent your video about the new 2018 Gold Wing to my next door neighbor. Retired gent with plenty of money that owns an older GW now WITH side car. He had NO IDEA about all of the changes. He calls dealerships and finds one in pearl White near us in Beloit WI brand new. All hopped up to go see it. His wife shot him down said NO.
Based on the vehicles and toys he owns she never must say No. That video planted a seed. I’m sure I have not seen the end of it.
I just bought one of these bikes, an glad to see you remember tour gloves! Thanks! Bottom button set/decrease, but cruise needs to be over certain speed faster than your going. Every vent I've seen is broken from riders jerking it around! So my new GW has cut down windshield an ha 90650 miles! (High but doable) an my integrated helmet Speaker for Yamaha Venture Royale fits this bike! I had to fix 2 for 4 side cover pins!
Always replace the timeing belts!
In your car too. (some).
I got a 99 Goldwing Aspencade 1500 SE ANNIVERSARY EDITION with 31000 miles like new not even a scratch in the paint for $2700. My first Goldwing and I can't believe how fun it is. Will never buy any other brand bike EVER.
Funniest bike review I ever saw.
Must watch to the end.
Guys that hate on this guy, are seriously miserable people.
Sean is always fun.
He even wore gloves this time!!!
That should shut some whining up 😂😆😂
haha thanks Harold your the man
Yup that’s people for you. Sean is an honest guy who has integrity. Rare these days.
Shawn is a great guy,, I may buy a bike from him yet
I seen the same one down here where I'm at five hundred bucks the other day 70,000 miles it looked great the seat could use some attention I didn't have the money or I would have flipped that for sure you can't beat the Cadillac of all bikes I seen that 2018 that was awesome bro👊👊👍👍🤙🤙
Thank you for the scripture brother, it comes at a time of need
Wouldn’t it make sense to learn the controls before you ride?
ya but its not as hilarious
or else test ride it to get the bugs worked out then do a video.
It does add humor, and realism doing a test ride
Who has time for that? 😂
No not really it makes sense to ride before you learn if you wanna learn the right way which is the hard way.
That's the damn Millennium Falcon.
I bought a 2000 goldwing for $400, it runs and rides great. Im building a Cafe racer out of it.
To open the vent, try lifting the deflector/damper a little to free the selector lever. They all stick a little.
You're rough on your equipment. Maybe less coffee? Just a suggestion -
I have a '94 1500SE. It's taken me thru 27 states thus far, towing a Bushtec trailer, and in comfort 👍 Great bike & affordable too 😊 Good times on a Goldwing !
I completely agree.
Rough on the equipment (those gear changes made me wince) and does not take opportunities to solve problems when at a standstill. In fact, I get the impression he's not much interested in investigating the things he finds irritating - AT ALL !
Obviously a nice guy, but no way I'd buy a bike from him!
Love the bible verse. I'm looking at getting a goldwing. Thanks for the ride.
Yanmarman1, did you look up the supposed verse he quoted?
Jonah 1:17
Now the Lord had prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights.
“I had a ton of GoldWings. Huh, where’s the reverse? Oh here it is”
I thought the same thing. I’ve had a ton of goldwings ok let me see how the Cruze control works,, um I’m um not sure how it works I’m saying I don’t know how to use it.. again folks I’ve owned a ton of goldwings and I’m biased when it comes to goldwings lmao
You could have opened that vent before you left, or during any of your stops.
Man, I wish I was tall enough to just step onto my bike like you do. I have a VTX 1300, and even with that, I have to lay out on the tank like a walrus and swing my leg over.
Step up on the foot peg then swing your leg over.
Yep. I've learned goldwings are so fat and with the step up seat are not easy to climb on or off. In fact I think injured my hip test driving a few. Learning to climb on like a horse stirrup via standing on foot peg. I have a vtx 1300c too that I still like too.
I have an 82 GL 1100 all decked out in Vetter equipment .Its a package bike called Night Stalker Black and Chrome,Everything on it is gloss black or chrome.Every light and switch works and it runs out awsome.45,000 miles on it.Looks kinda like a Harley really.I love the thing but may have to sell it,I never get to ride anymore due to time and health.I only put on 100 miles last year
You make me really anxious stopping and reversing on a double yellow rural road :S love your videos man thanks!!!!
I've always been a touring guy and I'm probably going to buy a goldwing soon. I'm 19. What the heck
Same for me😂 i always ride hard enduro or superbikes... and now im like should i buy a chopper or a goldwing 🤔
lol im 20 and am cruiser guy i just bought my second goldwing
I’m 12 and I take my mom to work on my 2019 Goldwing that I bought selling painted rocks.
Boi i gotta wait 2 more years to get sonething like that and i'm 21... riding in europe sucks ass as a youngster
@@Elkins82ify 😂👌
I have this Same bike, 48k original miles....and got it for Free. My cousin owed us a big favor for something, so this bike shows up in my driveway, LOL....he's got connections at auctions and junkyards, he always pay you with Cars and Bikes, haha.
With any cruise control you have to turn it on first before hitting the "set". There should be a button there that turns it on and you should see a light on the dash. At 10:23 I can see the button that says "on/off" and I'm pretty sure you didn't press it.
As for reverse, this is one of the few bikes that has it, and mainly because it's just so huge and heavy, it can really help with getting in and out of parking spots, or as you said if you accidently pull down to park on an incline. It's pretty hard to paddle walk an 850 lb bike backwards uphill. I have a hard enough time on my twin and wish it had it.
Old Goldwing's are definitely becoming the old classics that people buy simply because of the nostalgia, then they ride them and have the time of their life. If I had enough garage space, I'd probably get one just for that reason. I've seen quite a few 80s and 90s models for sale (cheap!) that are in absolutely mint condition. It would be a blast.
With the air vent in the windshield I think that black clip unlocks it, then you can open it.
Good luck with the sale! Better get some gas!
Just a thought! Pull over and fix the windshield vent !!!!!!! They have new rubber mounts for the side covers to tighten and not lose them! Amazon has most anything you need. I have a 1983 GW and it needs this and it needs that and that’s no big deal if your into that.
If you've had so much expierence and like the gold wing so much how come you don't know how anything works on it ?
Thanks Sean I now have a different positive view regarding the Goldwing... great vids
1989 Goldwing GL1500 has 2 Carburetors! All GL1500 have 2 Carburetors. I have a 92 GL1500 with 53K miles on it. 🏍
LOVE my 87 interstate!
I just love the way it starts up
I'm picking my first goldwing up today for $600. It's an 87 aspencade. I'm super super super pumped to dig into it and see what all I can fix to make this a great bike.
How’s the bike working for you?
@@Augcliffe I wish it was good news. I hit a rough patch and had to sell it. For the short time I had it, I got the air suspension working and fixed a huge oil leak from the right side valve cover. She wasn't much, but I miss her. Family had to come first.
@@Mr.NiceGuy80 there’s one near here that I’m considering
@@Augcliffe obviously, I don't know any details on the one you're looking at. I will say, they're super easy to work on and the parts are out there. I hope you make it happen.
This is Shawn's best video ever
I loathe those grips, every used bike has them lol
thats why you should be wearing gloves!
Best 'plastic fascia' restoration you can do? All the black ABS 'interior' plastic...do a 'scrub-down' with a good ABS headlight lens polish, like Mothers or Maguires...then after soft-buffing it out, treat it all with 303 Protectant. You can bring that cockpit back to 'like new' appearance, easy...and with old Goldwings...that interior you dismiss will actually increase the sale value to those who already have owned, or like Goldwings. My personal favorite is the 1982 Aspencade...probably the prettiest of the GL line they ever made...(oh, and if you get a 'stuck instrumentation switch', best solution is to put Marvel Mystery Oil in a 'drip can', and put a drop on the switch...it will clean it AND lubricate it to work 'like new' again)...that windshield and vent could stand a quick Mothers ABS Polish, too...would make the vent open up like it's supposed to...they stick because of oxidation. Proper maintenance is the KEY to Goldwings...let them get away from you here, and you'll spend a MONTH 'restoring' them!
Hey make sure your batteries up all the way for your neutral light that should fix it
My '87 looked a little rough. Missing radio, a few scratches, mirrors floppy and didn't start. Dealer said he thought the fuel pump was bad. It needed a fuel pp relay. Jumped the relay and rode it. Been on this bike about four years. Alternator, head gaskets, water pump, fuel relay and fuel pump. $1500 bike. I ride it across country. Would like a 1500 some day. Long trip last summer with temps in the high 90's was hot. I'm thinking of taking the fairing off and trying an open bike.
Hey Sean!! Great vid as always. I see this vid is 2 years old, so I’m guessing you’ve gotten more education on ‘wings, but just wanted to help you if need be.
Cruise: single button is off/on. Should light up on the dash when it’s on. I believe there’s a gear threshold as well as a speed threshold. I think it’s 4th gear and 30 mph at a minimum. Bottom button of the 2 is set/coast, top one is resume/accel.
Suspension, the book SAYS not to air it up other than on the center stand with the rear suspension unloaded. Looks like it aired up for you just fine nonetheless.
Hopefully this helps you out if you hadn’t found out about this stuff yet.
I’m with you! They’re a great bike! I’ve got a ‘95 SE in green with 25k on it. Just did timing belts last year for safety measure, but never a hiccup out of it. As smooth as pudding!
Have a great day and Godspeed!!
I had to replace a panel!!!! lmao!!! I have an 88 Goldwing ………. I think the clutch needs to be bled. I was gonna get rid of it, but I am considering keeping it now that ive watched this video!!!!
When something goes wrong they are a real pain to fix. 5.5 hours to change a thermostat. Seems that everything requires removing numerous panels, seat, bags and other things. But they are nice and comfortable when all is right.
Got an an 89 gl 1500, a pain in the ass to do simple maintenance, that's why they are available for such good prices
Lol. You're the only one who thinks so. They don't require much maintenance anyway.
I've had 2 great 1500s. How can you start the engine and not even remark about how good the engine sounds on startup? : )
love the raw honesty, great videos. if i were to buy a bike in america, i would buy it from you. best regards, steve, bournemouth, uk
mom traded a bike for a bike through him, awesome guy to work with! thankful to be local to him!
Just bought a 79' GL-1000 runs great
Probably one of the best bargains around.
Ok Shawn I bought a goldwing! I even emailed caleb and applied for loan options too,, never heard back so I sold one of my bikes the R6 I just turned 55yrs old by the way and bought a 89 one owner mint GL1500 local dealer I know well and it was sold new to the original owner in 92 so it sat 3yrs and now it’s mine and your right I love this thing. Thanks keep on keeping 😊
Loosing side panels.. been there... a bus drive over it and busted it while i was on way to get it :P Those side panels are stupid expencive so take care ;)
Just bought a 89 gold wing for 3,000 got 22,000 something on it . Had to replace radiators on it very clean bike
I will watch after buying and only!
This got recommend to me after I just got home with an '82. Lol
Another great video, thanks for this. I love those old GoldWings.
First comment on an You Tube video ever and you earned it! You could easily improve your videos by doing a little research on the the bike you are going to ride. Gold wing that has speed control... Learn how to use it BEFORE you start your ride. Goes for a lot of other bikexteviees I have seen. Still enjoy your videos!
Haha, enjoyed riding with you here.
One of the best touring bikes in the world belts are just normal wear and tear like any car
I’m planning to buy one of this goldwings, cause is one of my yearbirth
I just gave 850 bucks for a 1982 GL1100 with 43K and a complete parts bike. I can't wait for spring.
After wanting a gold wing since I was 18 i finally got one! 1976 1000cc still fully dressed. It runs but wont pull itself, im going to try some sea foam and maybe toss the exhaust in the fire pit... I really dont want to take the carbs off if I dont have to. Im more of a moped guy, this is a bit more complex
my 2013 Wing's windshield vent doesn't open with the little handle either have to grab the vent by hand and pry it open. It has a little steel ball detent that rusts up.
I've never seen a road king motorcycle fully loaded go for less than 5 grand never heard of it
It's a gold wing not a road king
I did not like how you messed with the truck twice in the end. However in your honest opinion: GL1500 vs GL1800?
Landisville pride!
I have a '93 K1100 LT. I don't care about the cosmetics. It looks OK from a distance.
I am the original owner of a’97 Valkyrie with 104,000 miles on it. Never had to tune carbs. Just installed a third final drive, otherwise low maintenance. I have truck stacks on it-sounds great.
I just got a 93 gl1500, the first time I rode it the same panel you were talking about flew off and got destroyed on the highway! 😫
Funny you always risk to run out of gas on every video😂. I'm purchasing my first 1500 based on your video. Great responsibility from you mate 😅
I have one word that describes you perfectly...... BUG....
I bought an 84 to be able to take my kids with me and it’s a great bike.
That thing sounds good. More noise than the new ones
I made a caferacer out of a GL that had serious (exterior) crash damage. Strioped it down to the bare essentials, put "normal" forks in it, ect ect.
Would it be possible to record these videos at at wider angle? Its kinda distracting. If it’s a newish GoPro, you should be able to change the field of view in the settings.