Jatt
Active member
How difficult will this adjustment be? Haven't really used clutch/manual tran since coming out of Motorcycle school a few years back, but I have an opportunity to purchase a Goldwing at an absolutely great price, advice?
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Switching From A 400cc Hondamatic to 1100cc Goldwing
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RedDogDarren
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Did someone bump a 30 year old post?
wonderings
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My second bike was an '83 Goldwing 11. It is a big shift compared to smaller bikes, but only in getting used to the size at slow speeds. You get comfortable very quickly though once you are on it a few times.
You will probably be rough when it comes to shifting, but again, once you get used to it, you wont even notice shifting, just becomes second nature.
As for fixing, if the bike is in good shape expect to do next to nothing. The only thing I ever had to do on the old goldwing was fork seals in the spring. It was a rock solid bike.
You will probably be rough when it comes to shifting, but again, once you get used to it, you wont even notice shifting, just becomes second nature.
As for fixing, if the bike is in good shape expect to do next to nothing. The only thing I ever had to do on the old goldwing was fork seals in the spring. It was a rock solid bike.
Brake which is a very natural way to ride. Balanced and you concentrate on riding not shifting.
I'd never advise someone to start their shifting career on a GW. A slow speed stall with any front wheel turn will torque it over in a heart beat.
Rent something - go to Motopark and rent a dirt bike for a half day - have fun and learn to shift.
The GWings are generally bullet proof.
Fixing the tupper ware is bank emptying.
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