What did you do to your bike today?

[snot]

@Pauly

How did the old belt look?

[Pauly]

1 hour ago, snot said:

@Pauly

How did the old belt look?

They looked fine, which is why I didn't bother inspecting them before ordering a new set. Timing belts deteriorate from the inside and you can't see the threads to inspect them. Peace of mind cost me $50 and two hours of getting to know the bike. Money well spent. 

Jim and I rode to lunch today and went through the valley. It handles alright for a big bike and I figured out the "weak" brake issue. There is nothing wrong with the bike. I just misunderstood "integrated brakes" for "linked brakes". The front lever only pressurizes the right front caliper. The rear brake pedal pressurizes the front left caliper and rear caliper. I just have to get used to using the rear brake. 

[durk]

7 hours ago, Pauly said:

I figured out the "weak" brake issue. There is nothing wrong with the bike. I just misunderstood "integrated brakes" for "linked brakes". The front lever only pressurizes the right front caliper. The rear brake pedal pressurizes the front left caliper and rear caliper. I just have to get used to using the rear brake. 

Do you know if this is true for all Goldwings?

[Tonik]

1 hour ago, durk said:

Do you know if this is true for all Goldwings?

What year is yours? There are several variations on how it works. Yours is certainly different than his, and mine is different than yours.

[Pauly]

3 hours ago, durk said:

Do you know if this is true for all Goldwings?

Page 123 of your Owner Manual states the front lever operates the front brakes and a portion of the rear. The rear pedal operates the rear and a portion of the front. 

 

[durk]

This is what I found for the GL1800. Crazy stuff to me, but it explains why I always feel the need to use both brakes when 2 up. 

Thanks @Pauly for the edumacation. 

Edited April 17, 2023 by durk

[durk]

9 hours ago, Tonik said:

What year is yours? There are several variations on how it works. Yours is certainly different than his, and mine is different than yours.

2003

[Pauly]

Basically, Honduh over-engineered shit to the point of lunacy on these bikes. If I had the energy to strip it down and separate the brake system, I would. It's just easier to push the rear brake pedal every time I want the front brakes to function.

 

[max power]

My Oldwing had no rear brakes until I rebuilt everything.  If the brakes were linked I would’ve died. 
 

I touched up the tune on the WR

[Pauly]

Rode it to dinner. Wish it was Friday. 

[TimTheAzn]

On 4/16/2023 at 9:54 PM, Pauly said:

The front lever only pressurizes the right front caliper. The rear brake pedal pressurizes the front left caliper and rear caliper.

wtf

[Pauly]

4 hours ago, TimTheAzn said:

wtf

wtafff? (what the actual fucking fuckity fuck?!) is more like it. 

[Tonik]

There was actually a good reason for it. Implementation was piss poor but the issue they were solving was real.

[Pauly]

Fuck cruiser riders. 

[mello dude]

2 hours ago, Pauly said:

Fuck cruiser riders. 

Well, damn... my Valkyrie is not smiling at you no more.... 

[Pauly]

That's a naked GoldWing and you know it. 

[Tonik]

I really need to buy one of those. Have always wanted one.

[mello dude]

Love the damn thing... I like it for just ez local backroad 45mph cruzing. Soak in the sun and scenery, and relax.

Just got it back together after a 3 year chrome it, bling it project, wheels, forks plus guts upgrades, calipers, and a hundred other things I have forgoten about. 

I always have had some kinda cruzer bike, and then some type of sport bike. One to relax and one for my hair on fire in the twists.  I do have the itch for something new... (no BMW for me. )

 

Edited April 22, 2023 by mello dude

[MSerfozo]

Quick oil change to get it ready to trailer to Cherokee tomorrow.  I'm meeting some friends for a week of riding the mountains.

Almost finished packing...  😎

[Pauly]

Excellent. Have a great trip, man. 

[Pauly]

The other evening I installed a new windscreen (only one of a half dozen if history tells us anything). The vent is on the way. I also added some stack to the brake pedal so it doesn't feel as foreign. It made a positive difference.

Today, my cousin swung by to visit and we opted to install the LED driving lights while consuming fermented beverages. I am a fan of the LEDs and will be updating the headlight next. 

[B-Mac]

Today I am airing out the Fermented Tent FARTS from the 2022 riding season. Lysol spray is my friend.

Got a Romney, WV. Camp and Ride may5-7th.

https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/2023-romney-camp-n-ride-may-5-7-2023.1582715/

 

[Pauly]

This little light of mine... I'm gonna' let it shine...

First two pics are the new LEDS, on "Low". Last pic is OEM on "Low". Pretty good upgrade and it was all plug and play. Took about 20 minutes. 

Next up? Suspension.

[motocat12]

2 hours ago, Pauly said:

Next up? Suspension.

Since you are putting airbags on the truck you can put the truck's 20 year newer shocks on the moldthing.

[Pauly]

1 hour ago, motocat12 said:

Since you are putting airbags on the truck you can put the truck's 20 year newer shocks on the moldthing.