stem bearings of GL1800

[Hummingbird]

has anybody replaced the stem (top and bottom) bearings on an 1800 GoldWing. I understand that is being done to Trikes because the factory bearings don't hold up to the triple tree revision.

Is this a job for a real mechanic ? me being just a play mechanic

[FreezyRider]

has anybody replaced the stem (top and bottom) bearings on an 1800 GoldWing. I understand that is being done to Trikes because the factory bearings don't hold up to the triple tree revision.

Is this a job for a real mechanic ? me being just a play mechanic

 

My advice would be to register on gl1800riders.com and read what they have to say. A real wealth of info there. The people can sometimes be jerks....not as friendly as here....but they really know their stuff when it comes to your 1800.

A lot of owners do it themselves. It's not all that tough from what I've read, just have to follow instructions and take your time. I'm planning on doing mine this winter. I've replaced my rear shock spring, it can't be anywhere near as challenging as that!

 

Joe

[Hummingbird]

My advice would be to register on gl1800riders.com and read what they have to say. A real wealth of info there. The people can sometimes be jerks....not as friendly as here....but they really know their stuff when it comes to your 1800.

A lot of owners do it themselves. It's not all that tough from what I've read, just have to follow instructions and take your time. I'm planning on doing mine this winter. I've replaced my rear shock spring, it can't be anywhere near as challenging as that!

 

Joe

 

I already know that it takes a "special" 40mm socket that runs about a dollar a mm to buy it. Then you need a 3/8 drive torque wrench as well as a digital scale to test for proper torque. I'm really leaning toward a local shop (that is not a Honda dealer) does work on all types of bikes. He's a retired mechanic from Timken and has a thriving bike tire and "fix-it" shop.

 

I'm really hesitant to 'join' another bike group - I totally happy here.

 

btw - look at what Jaybird did to my bike in the thread 'neighborhood'

[FreezyRider]

I already know that it takes a "special" 40mm socket that runs about a dollar a mm to buy it. Then you need a 3/8 drive torque wrench as well as a digital scale to test for proper torque. I'm really leaning toward a local shop (that is not a Honda dealer) does work on all types of bikes. He's a retired mechanic from Timken and has a thriving bike tire and "fix-it" shop.

 

I'm really hesitant to 'join' another bike group - I totally happy here.

 

btw - look at what Jaybird did to my bike in the thread 'neighborhood'

 

I only use that forum when I need to learn something.

I socialize here. Those dudes over there can get pretty mean spirited.

 

Joe

[Hummingbird]

Pretty involved to register ?

[FreezyRider]

No. Pretty easy.

[Hummingbird]

No. Pretty easy.

 

 

you're right -- pretty easy to register but 12 or 14 hours and they don't know I'm there yet. can't post or respond to threads