Re: So...I'm tossing the idea around...
Posted by Maz on Jan 27, 2017; 8:32am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/So-I-m-tossing-the-idea-around-tp4061890p4061895.html
The main things that cause problems with Goldwings are:-
Carbs - Tiny jets and passages get blocked very easily so a clean fuel system is imperative. You'll know if it's not running on all 4 properly 'cos it'll sound like a bag of spanners at idle!
Timing belts - If you can't prove that they have been changed recently, change them! If it has been sitting a long time without running, the belts will 'set' to the shape they have been sitting in and their life will reduce rapidly. A broken belt on one of these WILL damage valves, pistons, heads etc.
Frame - The mainstand pivot tube can seize in the stand. When you repeatedly use the stand in this situation, it imparts a twisting motion to the cross-tube that supports it, ultimately causing cracks to each end of the tube. The first signs of this are that the stand can swing forward slightly further, resulting in both wheels touching the ground when the bike is on the stand. The ultimate result, if left like this, is that the tube will detach from the frame leaving 600 pounds of Goldwing laying on it's side!
The detachable frame section on the left side of the frame can rot badly. Check on the inside of this section around the left lower motor mount. As you may have guessed from this, I had to completely replace the frame on mine last year-Not a job for the feint-hearted, but gives a damned good opportunity to clean, tidy and paint the motor!
Finally, for a full list of tips and problems, check out Wingovations.com. The site was set up by an Englishman called John Evans and, between himself and Randall Washington (aka Randakk) in the US, there is nothing they don't know about these bikes.
I have a 1975 GL1000 with only 80,000 miles on it (nothing for one of these) and, without John and Randakks help, it wouldn't be the fantastic bike it is today.
Also, take a look at the 'Goldwingdocs forum'. Dedicated to ALL 'wings and an invaluable source of help and info.....rather like this forum is for CB750's (and other Vintage Hondas)!
Maz
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/So-I-m-tossing-the-idea-around-tp4061890p4061895.html
The main things that cause problems with Goldwings are:-
Carbs - Tiny jets and passages get blocked very easily so a clean fuel system is imperative. You'll know if it's not running on all 4 properly 'cos it'll sound like a bag of spanners at idle!
Timing belts - If you can't prove that they have been changed recently, change them! If it has been sitting a long time without running, the belts will 'set' to the shape they have been sitting in and their life will reduce rapidly. A broken belt on one of these WILL damage valves, pistons, heads etc.
Frame - The mainstand pivot tube can seize in the stand. When you repeatedly use the stand in this situation, it imparts a twisting motion to the cross-tube that supports it, ultimately causing cracks to each end of the tube. The first signs of this are that the stand can swing forward slightly further, resulting in both wheels touching the ground when the bike is on the stand. The ultimate result, if left like this, is that the tube will detach from the frame leaving 600 pounds of Goldwing laying on it's side!
The detachable frame section on the left side of the frame can rot badly. Check on the inside of this section around the left lower motor mount. As you may have guessed from this, I had to completely replace the frame on mine last year-Not a job for the feint-hearted, but gives a damned good opportunity to clean, tidy and paint the motor!
Finally, for a full list of tips and problems, check out Wingovations.com. The site was set up by an Englishman called John Evans and, between himself and Randall Washington (aka Randakk) in the US, there is nothing they don't know about these bikes.
I have a 1975 GL1000 with only 80,000 miles on it (nothing for one of these) and, without John and Randakks help, it wouldn't be the fantastic bike it is today.
Also, take a look at the 'Goldwingdocs forum'. Dedicated to ALL 'wings and an invaluable source of help and info.....rather like this forum is for CB750's (and other Vintage Hondas)!
Maz
'76 CB500T
'75 GL1000 'Wing
'79 CB750L
'90 FJ1200
'93 GS500E
In a little place called Bexley, Kent, UK (Just south of London!)
'75 GL1000 'Wing
'79 CB750L
'90 FJ1200
'93 GS500E
In a little place called Bexley, Kent, UK (Just south of London!)
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