GoldWing Tips & Tricks VSS
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- Some more tips and tricks I've learned while working on this Honda GL1100 that I thought I'd share with you.
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Ive never seen anybody run the rear turn signals as running lights except me! Its cool to see somebody out there is like minded!
lol. Cool 😎
My old 85 purchased last year is true workhorse and I wouldn't trade the dinosaur for nothin'. Already did that timing belt change when I got it, and web postings such as yours are a huge help. Thanks!
Beautiful work. A week ago I bought an abused 78 GL1k to restore, and I'm so happy with the decision. I bought my very first motorcycle when I was 19, and it was in 1978. I went into a Yamaha store to buy a dirt bike, saw a used yellow motorcycle in the front window, looked at it, saw that fantastic engine and walked out of there the delighted owner of a Sulfur Yellow '76 GL1000 with about 30,000 miles on it. Mint condition with a white Vetter fairing on it, I could smoke cigars while cruising the back country highways. I missed it badly for decades and just took my blue '78 for a ride tonight. It needed a lot of work just to get it ready for that first ride, and as you said, it needs work from one end to the other. But what a machine. The engine was designed by Honda's top F1 engineer to be the king of the American road, and in my opinion, the GL1000 is still the perfect tourer. Perfect for one rider with bags, and still great for two-up. Not as big as the 80's bikes, and much better looking, too. Smokes like a house fire on the left side on startup after a week. Has a nasty backfire on the right side for several minutes after initial cold start. Tires are shot. Mufflers are garbage. Seat frame rusted like a depression era tractor seat. Hideous and cramped ape hangers and the last owner actually CUT the rear fender off to give it a "bobber" look. Oh, and he removed the center stand with a jack hammer, it seems. But the motor is still beautiful, the frame and forks are perfect. All the gauge lights work, dim though. The rear caliper loves clinging to the rear rotor. Plain water in the radiator (original Japanese radiator cap and no bad seal :) ) Clutch is rather stiff and the gears clunk into place, but what a beauty she will be come spring. Thanks for the valve tips. I am sure I need to yank the carbs, so the valve seals will get replaced with the timing belts and those belt gear seals too, thanks for the tip. You are right about parts scarcity.
Thanks Jerry. What a great story. We all have our fond memories of our first bike. You actually started off with a big bike back then but they were and still are an awesome machine. We are about the same age. I started off back in 1970 with a Honda Z50. Rode it until I grew out of it and went up to a CT70. Loved those bikes and had many Honda’s ever since. Now I restore them as a hobby. Congratulations on your new wing. They are a diamond in the rough but with time, money and the love of the machine you can get them back like new. I see so many older wings getting bobber chopped and I hate seeing them that way.
Here’s a few I have restored. Good luck with yours. I’m sure you’ll do an outstanding job on yours. Keep well.
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Paul it is indeed a pleasure to view your videos. I get an education each time. I haven't owned a Honda since the 70's, but I still love them.
Thanks Freddie. Honda builds a great product. Right now I’m restoring a 1980 GoldWing. I’m on the tail end of it now. I’ll do a video of it when it’s completed.
I must say Paul you do excellent work on everything you do! The 1980 Goldwing looks brand new. Love watching your videos
Thank you very much.
I hope you keep posting on these 1100s. I just picked one up a 1980 (1100)and a 1979(1000) out of a barn yesterday and these things are probably going to need more work than they are worth but I couldn’t just leave them there to rot away to nothing. Keep up the great work!!
Paul thanks so much, I inherited my dad's 1976 GL1000 Fully dressed that I need to work on. Custom paint and decal work, etched windshield and a matching trailer. These tips truly are going to help when I can tear into it and start the restoration. Take care
Glad you enjoyed it and that it may help you out. Thanks for watching.
The bike looks great, quite a labour of love. Great job
Many thanks!
Bike is gorgeous Paul. My brother had the exact same bike years ago and it was a real nice ride. Wish it was still around.
Looks great Paul, Thank you Kathy for the video!!!!!!!! More boot time for Kathy. :):):)
Hello! Simplest way to remove valve springs: 1. Remove spark plugs. 2. Put 1,5-2 m of thin rope (paracord, etc) into spark plug hole. 3. Accurately move piston to TDC turning crankshaft with hands. 4. Do manipulations with valve springs, seals, etc. 5. Remove a rope. 6. Enjoy! Thank You for this video. I like BMW oilhead bikes and ride it for long time, but some months ago i bought an old 84' gl1200 and trying to put it back on the road.
I was a Honda Technician for 5 years. GM master technician for 11 years and self employed for longer than I can count. Your method is far from the best. There are risks involved in doing it that way. I’m only responding to your comment so that anyone who reads it can judge for themselves. You will NEVER see your method in any manufacturers service manuals. Lets do things by the book and show them being done by the book, that way anyone coming here to learn they will learn the proper way to do things. Ride safe. God bless.
Hi Paul & Kathy enjoyed this video too. Thank you for all the tips. Very interesting. Bryan from Muskoka.
Thank you so much for the video, I love these gl1 and I am buying a 1979 this weekend with the idea of building a cafe racer but keeping it original as much as possible. If you don't mind, I will be bothering you with questions.
Thank you so so much for sharing your knowledge.
Hello Paul and Kathy .. Excellent video on the gl1100. I have a 82 gl1100 standard with the amazingly functional Vetter windjammer fairing which gives the wing a very unique vintage look and has plenty of storage in the fairing itself .. so I really don't need the saddlebags or the trunk to keep the rear end looking stock and sleek. I also have a gl1800 which is a different beast but the gl1100 is my to go bike .. Keep up the good work and videos. Cheers.
I just got a 1980 a week ago does the same thing smokes more on left than right have to admit it was bothering me so glad I came across this vid
Great video, you two are the best, easy watching and very knowledgable, keep up the great work. Shame your not in the UK 😄
Hi Paul, thanks for the tips.
Your kindly welcome. Thanks for watching and ride safe.
Thanks for the video, I am working on an 83 and a 78 right now and I am so happy to see that people are still fooling around with them
Right on. Keep those old gems running.I love the old bikes. Here’s a Honda Dream I restored. good luck with yours. Ride safe. flic.kr/p/SA886u
Honestly im in my 20's and out of like 8 bikes ive only had one newer than an 86. Old bikes are the most fun to work with.
Great job! Thank you for taking the time to do the video! While I'll probably never have a Goldwing (not my style) ... Still great to see a older one being saved. :) keep it up please. :)
I thought that at one point and my 1100 is one of my favourite
Hi, just found you guys. Bought an 81 GL1100 naked new in 1980 ( bought the 750 F super sport too that day) Just put new tires on the wing today, diff oil, eng. oil, new batt. and took the first run of the year. Weekend wrench turner who is a fast learner and am looking forward to your tutorials. I love how these wings just keep on pulling through the gears. Still got the 750 too with an old pops yoshamura header on it and it turns heads and scares the livestock. Thanks for the vids. Jack from W. Ma.
Nice bikes Jack. I have a bunch of them restored here as well. The Honda keeps on going. We have the GL1800 and it’s a great bike but I really like the old 1100 wing. Old school but fun. Keep well and ridevsafe. Paul in Newfoundland, Canada. flic.kr/p/292676L
Super sweet bike Paul, I like the bags you got picked out.
Thanks Dale.
Great job on the bike and video
Very nice bike I have an 81 gl1100 interstate thanks for the tips very helpful
Happy to hear you enjoyed it. Great ol bikes. Ride safe.
Nice job. Beautiful bike.
Thank you. flic.kr/p/292676L
Paul don't fight with the camera girl or next time you have the man bug she might make you sleep in the shed and also not feed you.
No you two are doing a great job, please keep the videos coming when you can.
I'm trying to reassemble a neglected 82 GL1100. Thanks for the tips!
Glad to help!
hey Paul beautiful job on the bike there my buddy
Gorgeous machine
Great video Paul and Kathy it looks great ! nice job on it take care and have a great weekend ! Curt :-)
Good video paul and a perfect bike,you make him brand new 👍
Thank you.
its nice watching this before i begin work on my '80 GL Interstate. its gonna help me save some time, i gotta do some clutch work and the starter clutch, as well as others, nice vid!
Great. I did the clutch in mine and the started clutch just needed a good cleaning and it’s worked perfectly since. Good luck. They are great bikes.
How did it go, i just picked up 1980 goldwing gl1100 on friday thats been sitting since 2003
im new to motorcycles so ive been slowly taking it apart for restoration
still trying to figure out how to remove the gas tank for cleaning and a place to get parts
@@arsanigendy5104 not gonna lie, it sucked, you have to remove the engine to get anything done, but its worth it because trying to squeeze everything on while the motors still in the bike is even more of a pain
Nice bike! I’m just in the process of purchasing an ‘82 Goldwing. Cheers from Montreal!
That's great Claude. They are nice bikes. Mine is a 1980 and I restored it two years ago. We have the GL1800 but I just love the older bikes. I hope you enjoy yours. Here’s a completed photo of mine. Cheers from Newfoundland. flic.kr/p/GpV4dX
Thank you for the info 🤙🇺🇸
Excellent video again. I own two 83 Wings....a dresser and a naked wing. Engineering marvels, and still pretty cheap to own. Great tips you are posting in your videos. By the way, it seems that most people on the Goldwing docs forum all agree that Saber Cycle seems to constantly rip--off its clients. I got burned, along with many others.....so, your luck may run out.....be careful with those rascals.
Cool. They are great bikes. You have a nice pair of them. I’ve never had an issue with Saber Cycle. I put in around 6 orders and everything came fast, well packaged, good shape and everything was there that was ordered. After each order there was a 10% coupon for the next order. I didn’t have one negative thing happen. I can only speak as I find and they aren’t sponsoring me. I paid like everyone else. Very very happy with their products and service. Ride safe. Thanks for watching.
Hey you two !! This hond is getting better and better every day .Better than a new one sometime, everything is been checked point by point !! It sure will pass the license transport inspection just looking at it from a mile away
Very good , i hope that you will put it away for coming winter in a warm place
Kathy , keep a piece of chrome pipe around to show to Paul when he is tire , that will bring him back up in a hurry
Thank you , i like Honda motocycle
Stay in good shape , i like you two
When you are smiling, people are smiling too
Serge ( from Mtl )
Hey my friend. Thanks for watching. We don’t have motorcycle inspections in Newfoundland but your right. It would pass if we did. It will be stored in a heated garage when it gets put away for the winter. I’m going to hide that chrome pipe lol. Keep well my friend.
Sharp Sharp Sharp love these old girls. Good job.
Great video bro. All the best and hi Kathy
hey paul and Kathy I love you show and I always love the hard work you both do kepp the good work up
Another great info video keep them coming, ps wish my wife was as keen on bike lol
this is my dream garage
I seen a 1100 with 1500 bags on it looked really neat.
Man those engine guards are AWESOME. Loads of GL1100 are still on the road. Would be nice to get a set made if possible. I can bend the pipe myself, but the welding and chrome application is out of my area of expertise. The fork brace was added in 82. Before that its an aftermarket add on.
Yep that water hose trick works that gl 1000 I've got has Austin mine hoses on it at the fraction of the price
Front bag looks good, think il try that on my Gl1000
Nice talking Honda .... I do love the old GL ...
Top of the morning to you both.
Thank you for taking the time posting this video, solid informative content is a great relief going in to a project and your personalities make for an eager return.
A like and subscribe is an easy choice , cheers and thank you both. Truly.
Thank you very much. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video. Thanks for subscribing. We’re soon taking our wings out after all winter in hibernation and we’ll be doing more videos. Ride safe friend.
Great job guys! My own GL1100 isn't as nice as this one. What's your trick to polishing the engine and make it look so new?
I bought a 82 naked wonder if I can take it cross country bye yours is nice!
Look at Viking bags on Sabre cycle for saddle bags, nice bike Paul & Kathy!
Thanks Jake. They look to modern for this old Wing.
Love the Goldwings, have any old 85 Big Red's you could do a video on?
I’ve owned ‘85 Big Reds. I used to assemble them when I worked at the dealer.
I've always liked the old Shadows but a number of years ago got a good deal on a 1986 Kawasaki 454LTD, very similar to the Shadow 500. I have rebuilt the head but would like to completely rebuild the bike. It's a fun bike to ride around town. Very cool to watch you work on the wing.
Even today the 454 Ltd is a beautiful bike. They are real lookers to, belt drive. Seen and worked on plenty of them. Happy to hear you like the vids on this. Thanks for watching.
I finally picked up my dream GL Paul. First year 1975 GL1000 with just 31,000 miles on the clock. Sure, it needs attention, but for $350 with title....WHO CAN'T get it right? Looking forward to more videos Bud! Zip~
Congrats Zip. Man your one lucky Zippo. Nice bike. I love the classic Wings. My Wings are put away for the winter but as soon as winter ends we’ll be back at it again. Thanks for watching. flic.kr/p/ES4TES
Good luck with that, I have a 76 that I have owned for the last 22 years and it has been a great bike. Mine now has 158,900 kms on the clock, had one rebuild and has many miles in it yet.
Enjoyed your video, Paul. I just acquired a 1981 GL1100 Interstate with 23k miles on it. Everything visually looks great, but it has been sitting for 10 years so I'm sure it will need some attention. I recall you saying you had a friend from Ga. that enjoyed GW's. I was curious if he worked on them for the public. I would love to get this bike back in tip top shape. I'm in Augusta Ga. I love the way your bike looks. I think I prefer naked so if any one is looking for Interstate hardware, It may be available.
I have the exact same model but with the bags. I did the left cylinder head last year and I’m going to tackle the right this winter, this bike is amazing but huge. Im a shorty and it’s a little tough at a standstill until I start moving, once that happens the world just disappears. Your garage is amazing by the way.
They are great bikes. Glad your keeping up with the maintenance. It will last a lifetime if you continue to do so. Glad you like the shop. It’s doubled in size since this video. Lots of changes including the Goldwing. Mine now has bags as well. Ride safe and thanks for watching. flic.kr/p/ES4TES
@@7863348 if I had a garage like that, I would be a mad scientist😅. Well, I can’t complain I have a pretty good sized garage Down here in Ole Mississippi, and a lot of beautiful country roads. You really did a great job on your GL1100..
@@greenmile4233 I’m betting you live in a beautiful state. I’ve been to California but not down your way. I’m in Newfoundland, Canada. The weather is rough at times but I call it home. Happy Thanksgiving to you and everyone down your way.
@@7863348 thank you my friend..
Beautiful bike. Just acquired mine, had to redo the brake system front and rear, new tires, timing. Love the engine guards. Where did you source them from?
Thank you. The engine guards were new old stock (NOS) that I bought from a guy in Texas three years ago. flic.kr/p/292676L
Those Honda Goldwings look to be little opposed hemi heads, no wonder they perform so well.
Where u located I have,1983 holding lol
Paul I've got the whole setup you were looking for. Trunk bags fairing the whole nine yards and it's the same color
Thanks Red. I completed that bike four years ago. I ended up finding what I needed and I repainted it. Here’s a photo. Thanks. flic.kr/p/2hwVjMK
Paul, I did a bit of reserching on Hondaline bags for your 1980 GL. Found a number of the Samsonite bags with trunks. But, from your pic of the bag you are looking for the ones that unlock from the rear, and then you tilt forward to remove. Would this be correct? I did find one, left bag only like them. I have the Bates bags and trunk on mine. The Bates are nice, but the Hondaline are nicer. And you are quite correct, they are rare, and EXPENSIVE!!!! Maybe "Don" has a set?? I know, dream on that it would be that easy to find.
Hey Paul good job on the gold wing ,I have 83 gold wing it started fine when I bought it then I noticed the turn signals didn’t work so I pulled the fake gas tank to trace all the wires then I turn the key to on position no lights , no sound ,dead nothing, I have no clue what to do ( please help, Bob )
Paul. Where did you get the fork brace from? Looking for 1976 GL1000. After watching your video I’m going to do my valve seals and cam seal.
Great info and video even after 6 years. I belong to the cult as well ;)
thank you.
Your kindly welcome
Swap the carbs for a one barrel Solex VW carb. Runs as well and no more carb synching.
i have 2 sets bags and racks also have fairings in fairly decent shape
I ended up finding some but it took awhile here’s how the bike looks now. Thanks flic.kr/p/24YT54E
Hi there, could you show the way you make stickers...?
Looking in van for replacement sets for a Gilera GSM, unfindable.
Perhaps i can make them myself?
Where can I get those protective bars around the engine? I have the foot rest 1s
OMG! You guys are the equivalent of Johnny and Ed on the Late Night show. Hey Paul, expecting a call on the Sony cell? (13:45)
Did your bike come looking that nice, if not were you able to locate the pinstripe decals or is it paint.
No. It took a lot of work. Four months to restore. I did everything including the paint and stripes. See photos.
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How do I take the ignition key switch off my 1982 goldwing and replace it
How much do you charge to rebuild the rear shocks?
Nice bike, I had an 1980 GL1100 Aspencade, this had the bags/boxes you are interested in. I'm sure if you hunted on ebay you'd find some.
I ended up finding the stuff I needed to make it a bagger. Thanks flic.kr/p/E1bU67
wow, didn't expect an answer, as this video is a few months old... thanks, for the reply, take care..
I try and answer when I can. It will soon be time to start the new riding season. Ride safe. flic.kr/p/ES4TES
Where did you get your fork brace.
Nice work and nice shop. Still got the bike?
Thank you. Yes still have the bike, the shop has had two expansions since this video lol. flic.kr/p/2hwXL19
Howdy P&K. I love your program, and appreciate how fussy and particular you are Paul.
I have a GL1500. I Want to replace the timing belts, and valve adjust. I'm not going to touch it until I watch a how to vid from you. Do you have one?????
Thanks Roger. Your lucky. The GL1500 has hydraulic lifters so there’s nothing to adjust. Changing the timing belts is always a good idea though. Ride safe bud 👍
@@7863348 ahhh S w e e t.... good ole hydraulics. Anyway, if you have a video on changing the belts... please link me up....Thx so much
I've heard there is a problem with the comstar wheels cracking at the rivets, have you had any problems with that?
I heard that a long time ago but never had any issues personally
Hi Paul. Which fork brace is it? It looks like a 5 piece system. Regards. Mike
Here you go Mike. www.saber-cycle.com/store/product478.html
Beauty....
Thank you.
Paul, what is that poor looking sony remote to that was on your bench? Did Honda sell both the naked and full decked out models at the same time, and was their a lot of different in price?
That’s for the old Sony stereo hanging above the bench. It works and sounds great but the remote have had a rough time. Paint thinners spilled on it along with other still but it works perfectly lol. Back in 1980 there were three goldwings offered. The Standard, the Interstate and the Aspencade, not sure of the pricing but it ended up that the standard was the rare one. Now guys are taking the other two and removing the other still to make them look like a standard. You can tell the fakes by them not have Honda emblems on their tanks.
My 83 is in ok shape runs well , but since I changed the exhaust to an 82exhust (they said it would be the same) the carbs have been backfiring through the carb , and seems like it is getting worse. Its been a couple years since I had carbs off to clean them is that why?
I’d try re-installing the orginal exhaust to see if the issue leaves. Maybe the newer exhaust has internal damage causing back pressure.
Hey Guys. Paul how’s that man cold. Better I hope. Have a good weekend guys......
Back to 90% now. Thanks. Have a great weekend also.
Where did you order the valve stem oil seals from?
Right here Sam www.saber-cycle.com/store/product321.html
boy she suckered you in lol at the 5 min mark never can have too many bags and you respond without any thought no no no thats a fact thats like landing a record bass lol
Did u sell the gl1800 Paul and bought this gl1100 ? Tord from Norway 😉
Hi Tird. I still have the 1800. I just wanted a project bike so I bought the gl1100. flic.kr/p/ZAd5gH
I ride a naked 83 gl1100 best bike ever
They are great bikes. Ride safe.
It's no longer "naked" lol, looking good
Hey guys, I have a goldwing like yours. I bought it years ago. There was a switch or some trick to starting it. I bloody well can't remember what it was. Any ideas?
Congratulations on your bike. Not sure of any trick to starting it. I just hit the start button lol. Ride safe.
By any chance would you happen to have a link to where did y’all get the bags?
The bags were bought at three different places. I had to purchase three rough sets to make one good set but I had to paint them as well. Check out my links for photos.
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@@7863348 wow. Y’all did a really nice job!
I actually meant that “tool” bag under the light.
Oh sorry. When you said “bags” I thought saddle bags. That tool bag came from a store called Princess Auto up here in Canada. They have a surplus section there and that’s where the tool bag was purchased. Once they sell out of surplus items it’s very unlikely they’ll have them again and this was the case in the tool bag.
@@7863348 sorry for the confusion. I see. So most likely they don’t have them anymore.
Thank you! Really jealous of the shop y’all have there!
That bag was purchased there four years ago. They never had any after. As for the shop. It’s doubled in size since that video. There’s never enough room lol. Ride safe 👍
you should name her Ol' Wing.....like Ol' Blue :)
Paul - you are an amazing mechanic, to bad you are not located in Alberta. I would travel along way to gain access to your service. If you ever hear of anyone in Alberta that approaches your skill level please let your TH-cam subscribers know. Keep up the good work. I hope your local community appreciates what they have in your company.
Micael Bradley
Thank you Michael. I appreciate your kind comments.
Did the Goldwing spawn from the old 750's ?
No. It’s a totally differant beast.
I have a 79 gl 1000 windjammer I want it to look like yours how can I do that? It was my husbands he was killed last year on his Big Dog K9 and I really wanted to get it looking good again. If you could direct me to something on UTUBE or idk anything that could help me out I would greatly appreciate it. Ty Christine 😁
First and this from Germany
Each time ,you make a new Video,this Bike is looking better.It's sometimes only the little things that's makes the difference from loocking well to working really good. ,but just someone like you is capable to find this little Gremlins,that are the reason of a bugbear.Great,every time.
And of course,it's a Tourer it has to have bags!!!!!One for you 💼 and one or two for Kathy 👜 (the big ones).
Thank you very much. So happy to hear from the great people of Germany. I have respected your quality all my life. Yes I’ve tried to find and fix any issues with this old bike. I’m very happy with it now but there’s still things l Ike to do. Thank you for watching.
Where do you get your parts? My 83 needs some work.
Google is your friend. Without knowing what you need in parts there’s just no way I would know where to point you for those parts.
@@7863348 if you guys find some, make an amazon store. My annual oil changes need a home.
Here’s where I got a lot of mine. I found them good to deal with www.saber-cycle.com/
Agreed. Amazon store is a place we can financially support you guys for saving us from our own stupidity. Trust me, I've seen me do stupid first hand. Many times.
Can i ask where the windshield came from?
It’s a Memphis Shades windshield. They said it wouldnt fit the GL1100 but I bought it anyway and with a few bends of the steel round rods it went right on 👍
@@7863348 thank-you so much for taking the time to reply! I just acquired my first bike and you guessed it 1982 GL 1100...i absolutely love it! And that small windshield is a great addition to an already gorgeous bike! I love how informative and how well you and your partner gel! Subscribed!
Well thanksfor your subscription. Mineis a 1980 Standard model with a lot of added custom touches. Here’s a link to its photos. It might give you a few ideas. www.flickr.com/gp/15602393@N05/15S9v2
Ride safe.
I try to send u a picture of them
Didn't know if u found the bags u were looking for but I have 2 sets I'll give u a set if u pay the shipping
Thanks Jimmy. Very kind of you. I did manage to find a set eventually. I actually had to get three sets to make up a good set lol. I painted them and installed them. Much appreciated. Ride safe bud. flic.kr/p/2hwVjMK
Im comfortable with most things but absolutely clueless with carbs. I can do major jobs way easier. I want to do my valve adjustment but the carb syncing bothers me.
Yep. Needs bags.....Panniers we call em.
I think so as well.
That sure sounds like a west coast Newfoundland accent??
Close. East coast 👍
Mine is 82 gl1100