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Honda 1980 GL1100 GOLDWING, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...or grass covered areas may be illegal Obey local laws and regulations READ OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY Pay special attention to statements preceded by the fOllowing words Indicates a strong possibility...

Page 3: ...st production informa tion available at the time of approval for printing HONDA MOTOR CO LTD reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part...

Page 4: ...HE MOTORCYCLE Also for your own and your Honda s sake please read all the written material which came with your new Honda These items include Honda Owner s Identification Card Set up and Predelivery C...

Page 5: ...rting the Engine 33 Break in 35 Riding 36 Braking 38 Parking 39 Anti theft Tips 39 Page SPECIAL PROCEDURES 40 Tool Kit 41 Front Wheel Removal 42 Rear Wheel Removal 45 Fuse Replacement 48 MAINTENANCE 4...

Page 6: ...s not see the motorcyclist Make yourself conspicuous to help avoid the accident that wasn t your fault Wear bright or n flective clothing Don t drive in another motorist s blind spot 4 Obey all federa...

Page 7: ...aust system becomes very hot during operation and it remains hot after operation Never touch any part of the hot exhaust system Wear clothing that fUlly covers your legs 3 Do not wear loose clothing w...

Page 8: ...vehicle ca pacity load Cargo weight alone should not exceed 60 lbs 1 Keep cargo and accessory weight low and close to the center of the motor cycle Load weight equally on both sides to minimize imbala...

Page 9: ...y mounted fairings can produce aero dynamic forces that cause unstable handling Do not install fairings that decrease cooling air flow to the engine 3 Accessories which alter your riding position by m...

Page 10: ...you ride Tubeless tires have some degree of self sealing ability if they are punctured and leakage is often very slow Inspect very closely for punctures especially if the tire is not fully inflated Dr...

Page 11: ...Replacement See your authorized Honda Dealer f tb i PiiU1 The use of tires other than those listed on the tire information label may adversely affect handling Do not install tube type tires on tube l...

Page 12: ...CAUTION Do not try to remove tubeless tires without special tools and rim pro tectors You may damage the rim sealing surface or disfigure the rim 7...

Page 13: ...are for heavy loads and rough road conditions 8 Front Air Conditions Rear Air Pressure Pressure Rider Driving Load Conditions 1 0 kg cm2 2 0 kg em One Ordinary or 14 psi 28 psi city road driving t t...

Page 14: ...at you do not exceed recommended air pressure or the ride will be harsh and uncomfortable 1 Valve cap front 1 d iiifml If the rear suspension air pressure warning light comes on while riding reduce sp...

Page 15: ...dimmer switch 8 Clutch lever 9 Left rear view mirror 10 Choke knob II Speedometer 12 Coolant temperature gauge 13 Warning and indicator lights 14 Fuel gauge 15 Tachometer 16 Front brake fluid reservo...

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Page 17: ...I 12 I cb 1 Cooling fan 2 Fuel filler cap 3 Fuel valve 4 Gear change pedal 5 Center stand 6 Side stand 7 Battery...

Page 18: ...1 Final drive gear oil filler cap 2 Passenger foot peg 3 Rear brake fluid reservoir 4 Operator footpeg 5 Rear brake pedal 6 Engine Oil inspection window 7 Engine oil filler cap 13...

Page 19: ...n ordering replacement parts Record the numbers here for your refer ence FRAME NO _ ENGINE NO _ 1 VIN number 14 The VIN Vehicle Identification Number l is on the Safety Certification Label affixed to...

Page 20: ...The engine number 3 is stamped on the top right side of the crankcase 3 Engine number L 15...

Page 21: ...tripmeter read in miles Canadian model Odometer and tripmeter read in kilometers 1 Tripmeter 2 Speedometer 3 Odometer 4 Left turn signal indicator 5 Coolant temperature gauge 6 Fuel gauge 7 Right tur...

Page 22: ...rature see page 19 gauge 6 Fuel Gauge Shows approximate fuel supply available see page 19 7 Right turn signal Flashes when right turn signal operates indicator amber 8 Tachometer Shows engine rpm Do n...

Page 23: ...blue 13 Neutral indicator Lights when transmission is in neutral green Light should c me on for 5 seconds after turning the ignition sWitch on then go out If light does not come on or comes on and doe...

Page 24: ...ntil the problem has been corrected CAUTION Exceeding maximum running temperature may cause serious engine damage Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows the approximate fuel supply available At F full there...

Page 25: ...e the key off The ACC terminal is on The engine cannot be started Headlight taillight and meter lights are on Key cannot be ON and other lights can be operated Engine can be started removed ACC All el...

Page 26: ...r motorcycle is stopped with the ignition switch ON and the engine stop switch OFF the headlight and taillight will still be on resulting in battery dis charge Starter Button The starter button 2 is b...

Page 27: ...I Select HI for high beam LO for low beam Turn Signal Switch 2 Move to L to signal a left turn R to signal a right turn Return to the center off when finished Horn Button 3 Press the button to sound...

Page 28: ...ide of the frame above the crankcase Hang your helmet on the holder pin 3 and push the pin in to lock it To unlock insert the ignition key 2 and turn it counterclockwise I J j i iiU1 The helmet holder...

Page 29: ...stored in the plastic bag in this tray When washing your motorcycle be careful not to flood the compartment 1 Tool tray 24 Seat The seat can be set in three positions To adjust remove the bolt on eac...

Page 30: ...um of 60 Watts 5 amps may be connected to the terminal Higher current demands may blow the fuse or discharge the battery Review the LOADING AND ACCEC SORIES WARNING pages 3 4 before installing accesso...

Page 31: ...el cannot flow from the tank to the carburetors Turn the valve OFF whenever the motorcycle is not in use ON At ON fuel will flow from the main fuel supply to the carburetors FUEL Fuel Valve The three...

Page 32: ...r may be used l Fuel filler cap If knocking or pinging occurs try a different brand of gasoline or higher octane grade 1 t j i iiHa This fuel system is pressurized Open the filler cap slowly Gasoline...

Page 33: ...ase The oil level should be between the upper I and lower 2 level marks If the inside of the window is dirty turn the wiper 4 to clean the window 3 If required remove the filler cap 5 add the specifie...

Page 34: ...motor oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturer s require ments for Service Classification SE Motor oils intended for Service SE will show this designation on the container The use o...

Page 35: ...ibitors specifically recommendeQ for use in aluminum en gines SEE ANTIFREEZE CONTAINER LABEL CAUTION Hard water or salt water is harmful to aluminum The factory provides a 50 50 solution of antifreeze...

Page 36: ...y or if coolant loss is excessive check for leaks and see your authorized Honda dealer for repair Do not remove the radiator cap Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot The coolant is un...

Page 37: ...sary pages 19 26 27 Check for leaks 3 Coolant level add coolant if required pages 30 31 Check for leaks 4 Front and rear brakes check opera tion make sure there is no brake fluid leakage pages 62 64...

Page 38: ...tarter for more than 5 seconds at a time Release the starter button for approximately 10 seconds before pressing it again The electric starter will work when the transmission is in gear wi th the clut...

Page 39: ...slightly High Air Temperature 35 C 95 F or above I Do not use the choke 2 Open the throttle slightly 3 Start the engine 34 Low Air Temperature 10 C 50 F or below 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 under Normal Ai...

Page 40: ...l 000 km do not operate the motorcycle at more than 80 of the lower RED ZONE RPM limit in any gear Avoid full throttle operation and do not operate for a long time at one speed During initial break in...

Page 41: ...ifting pattern 36 Proper shifting will provide better fuel economy When changing gears under normal conditions use the shifting points recommended by Honda as follows Shifting Up From 1st to 2nd 19 mp...

Page 42: ...le or coast for long distances while the engine is off The transmission will not be pro perly lubricated and damage may result Do not exceed 6 500 rpm when running the engine without a load Serious en...

Page 43: ...rcycle When possible reduce speed or brake before entering a turn Wheel slip will reduce control of the motorcycle When riding in wet or rainy conditions or on loose surfaces the ability to maneuver a...

Page 44: ...ke the motorcycle more visible to traffic The battery will discharge if the ignition switch is left at P for too long a time ANTI THEFT TIPS I Always lock the steering and never leave the key in the i...

Page 45: ...n remove the entire wheel and take it to a qualified repair facility Refer to Tires on page S Because of the critical nature of wheel attachment you should proceed to an authorized Honda dealer as soo...

Page 46: ...s front and rear suspension air pressure 1 Tool kit Lever for screwdriver 8 x l2mm open end wrench lOx l2mm open end wrench lOx 14mm open end wrench Pliers NO 2 screwdriver No 2 phillips screwdriver N...

Page 47: ...t screw 1 and disconnect the speedo meter cable 2 3 Remove either caliper assembly by loosening tb e caliper bolts 3 CAUTION Support the caliper assembly so that it does not hang from the brake hose D...

Page 48: ...ads to avoid damaging the pads 2 Install the axle holders 5 with the F arrow forward and hand tighten the holder nuts 4 with flat washers and lockwasher Make sure the speed ometer cable gear box is ho...

Page 49: ...uge 8 Feeler gauge 44 7 Check that the other three corners of the caliper holder 6 have a clearance of at least 0 7mm 0 028 in between caliper holder and disc 8 After installing the wheel apply the br...

Page 50: ...the axle holding bolt 4 7 Pull out the rear axle 5 _ l Lower shock absorber bolt 2 Cotter pin 3 Axle nut 1 Place the motorcycle on its center stand 2 Support the rear wheel so it will not dTop when th...

Page 51: ...everse the removal procedure Be sure the splines on the wheel hub fit into the final drive case NOTE Tighten the axle nut to 8 0 10 0 kg m 58 72 ft Ibs torque Tighten the shock absorber bolts I to 3 0...

Page 52: ...CAUTION Always replace used cotter pins with new ones 1 f i ii rtJ If a torque wrench was not used for installation see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly 47...

Page 53: ...circuit or an overload in the electrical system See your authorized Honda dealer for repair The main fuse 3 located near the battery on the positive lead is 30A 11 414 1 1 iiU i Never use a fuse with...

Page 54: ...Honda dealer knows your motorcycle best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it The scheduled maintenance may also be performed by a qualified service facility that normally does this kind of...

Page 55: ...nment and damage that you may not be able to detect Stop the engine and support the motor cycle securely on a level surface before performing any maintenance Use new genuine Honda parts or their equiv...

Page 56: ...ERY 10 b 0 0 0 FUEL LINES I I I FUEL FILTER R THROTTLE OPERATION I I I I 2 CARBURETOR CHOKE I I I l AIR CLEANER NOTE 1 R R R Page 58 t Q CRANKCASE BREATHER NOTE 2 C C C C C C Page 59 l SPARK PLUGS R R...

Page 57: ...en SIDE STAND I I I Page 65 SUSPENSION I I I I Z NUTS BOLTS FASTENERS I I I I WHEELS I I I I STEERING HEAD BEARING I I I I Should be serviced by an authorized HONDA dealer unless the owner has proper...

Page 58: ...his record All scheduled maintenance including the 600 mile break in maintenance is considered a normal owner operating cost and will be charged for by your dealer Detailed receipts verifying the perf...

Page 59: ...assure complete and rapid draining l Oil filler cap 54 1 To drain the oil remove the oil filler cap I drain plug 2 oil filter bolt 3 and cover 4 2 Check that the sealing washer on the drain plug is in...

Page 60: ...d be performed more frequently than specified in the main tenance schedule 2 Insert a new oil filter element Check that the O rings are in good condition and that all parts are installed as shown 3 In...

Page 61: ...emove and discard the spark plugs 3 Make sure the new spark plug gap 1 is 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in using a wire type feeler gauge If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode 2 56 carefully 4 W...

Page 62: ...rburetor adjustments including individual carbure tor adjustment and synchronization NOTE The engine must be warm for accurate idle speed adjustment Ten minutes of stop and go riding is sufficient 1 W...

Page 63: ...service may be necessary 1 Open the top compartment Remove the tool tray 2 Remove the wing nut 1 and air cleaner cover 2 3 Remove and discard the air cleaner element 3 4 Insert a new air cleaner elem...

Page 64: ...posit level can be seen in the trans parent section of the drain tube 1 Storage tank CLUTCH Clutch adjustment may be required if the motorcycle stalls when shifting into gear or tends to creep or if t...

Page 65: ...k nut 4 Make the final free play adjustment at the clut ch hand lever 5 Start the engine pull in the clutch lever and shift into gear Make sure that the engine does not stall and the motorcycle does n...

Page 66: ...ecks Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear that could cause sticking or failure Lubricate the clutch cable with a com mercially available cable lubricant to prevent premature wear and corr...

Page 67: ...brake fluid be sure the reservoir is horizontal before the cap is removed or brake fluid may spill out FRONT l Upper level mark 2 Lower level mark Both front and rear brakes are of the hydraulic disc...

Page 68: ...gm Whenever the level is lower than the lower level mark 4 on the rear reservoir fill the reservoir with DOT 3 BRAKE FLUID from a sealed contaIner up to the upper level mark 3 Re install the diaphragm...

Page 69: ...ds visually during all regular service intervals to determine the pad wear Remove the inspection window cap 1 If either pad is worn to the red line 2 both pads must be replaced FRONT 1 Inspection wind...

Page 70: ...ar It must be replaced if any wear extends to the wear line 1 as shown Check the side stand spring for damage and loss of tension and check the side stand assembly for freedom of movement See your aut...

Page 71: ...battery l is under the seat Remove the left side cover to check the battery electrolyte The electrolyte level must be maintained between the upper 3 and lower 4 level marks on the side of the battery...

Page 72: ...yes Flush with water and get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes away Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed space Always shield eyes when wor...

Page 73: ...inse the motorcycle thoroughly with plenty of clean water Strong detergent residue can corrode alloy parts 2 Dry the motorcycle start the engine and let it run for several minutes 68 Braking performan...

Page 74: ...n monoxide does not react in the same way but it is toxic Honda Motor Co Ltd utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons Exhaust Emission Control Sys...

Page 75: ...The engine is equipped with a closed crankcase system to prevent discharging crank case vapors into the atmosphere Blow by gas is returned to the combustion chambers through the air cleaner and carbu...

Page 76: ...ing symptoms have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your local Honda Motorcycle Dealer Symptoms I Hard starting or stalling after starting 2 Rough idle 3 Misfiring or backfiring during acceleratio...

Page 77: ...different conditions of loading The information presented represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under controlled road and vehicle conditions and the information may not be correct under ot...

Page 78: ...miting speed of 35 MPH The high speed pass assumes an initial speed of 50 MPH and a limiting speed of 80 MPH NOTICE The information presented represents results obtainable by skilled drivers under con...

Page 79: ...TOTAL PASSING DISTANCE FEET I TOTAL PASSI NG TI ME SECONDS 1 _ _ 4U CJ J DID 40 55 CONSTANT 20MPH TRUCK HIGH SPEED INITIAL SPEED 50MPH LIMITING SPEED 80MPH TOTAL PASSING DISTANCE FEET TOTAL PASSING TI...

Page 80: ...m 5 7 in WEIGHT Dry weight 267 kg 589 lbs CAPACITIES Engine oil 3 2 liter 3 4 US qt 2 8 Imp qt after draining Final drive gear oil 150 cc 5 9 oz Fuel tank 20 liter 5 3 US gal 4 4 Imp gal Fuel reserve...

Page 81: ...andard X24ES U ND or X24ESR U ND or D8EA NGK DR8ES L NGK For cold climate X22ES U ND or X22ESR U ND or Below SaC 41 of D7EA NGK DR7ES NGK For extended high X27ES U ND or X27ESR U ND or speed riding D9...

Page 82: ...2H Tire size rear 130 90 17 68H POWER TRANSMISSION Primary reduction 1 708 Secondary reduction 0 973 Gear ratio 1st 2 500 2nd 1 667 3rd 1 286 4th 1 065 5th 0 909 Final reduction 3 091 ELECTRICAL Batte...

Page 83: ...ight l2V 3 32cpNO 1157 Turn signal light l2V 32 cp NO FRONT 1034 REAR 1073 Meter lights l2V 2 cp NO 57 Neutral indicator light l2V 2 cp NO 57 Turn signal indicator light l2V 2 cp NO 57 High beam indic...

Page 84: ...as not been resolved to your satisfaction contact the Motorcycle Customer Service Department AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC 100 West Alondra Boulevard Gardena California 90247 213 327 8280 and provide th...

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