Inspection Services

[Guest]

Looking at a CL Goldwing that's out of the area - has anyone used the paid inspections services, such as Lemon Squad or One Guard?

Yeah - I know there's probably a GS'er who's willing to help - just looking at other alternatives.

[Steve]

How far "out of the area"? If it's anywhere near me, I can take a look.

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[rustybronco]

Never.

What general area is the bike located?

[850GT_Rider]

Near Peoria IL.

https://rockford.craigslist.org/mcy/...471553276.html

[850GT_Rider]

Anyone in the Peoria IL area, willing to go look at that Goldwing for me?

[Steve]

Just looking at the pictures, it's not bad. Reasonably low miles, remarkable lack of chrome accessories and just some subtle pinstriping and a fair price.

It's the first year of the 1800, there were very few problems with them. I think the frame recall started with the mid-2002 models, so this one should not be affected.

As long as the color is to your liking (it's not my preference, but I'm not buying it), I would suggest getting a bus ticket, grab your gear and go get the bike.

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[Wingsconsin]

That bike only has about another 150,000 miles left in it.
Those Goldwings are notorious for lasting way beyond their design limits. -
The price looks right too -
Seriously - Do not be afraid - It looks like it has been treated well -
Any Goldwing Rider who pays for pinstripes ($$) will typically be taking good care of the bike
Proper oil changes are key to longevity -

The recalls on these are still all in effect -
Check the VIN # to see what is still open - (A local Honda Dealer can do that over the phone for you)

The most recent is the rear master cylinder recall -- Honda gives you a NEW one installed by the dealer.

Valve checks are every 32,000 miles - Usually there is little to do - Dealers are expensive to do it (but I paid them)
It is a Shim UNDER bucket if my knowledge serves me correctly .

Tires last about 10,000 miles - except the Avon Cobras (expected 15K) and the Dunlop E4s (expected 18K) But these are $$
Bridgestone last about 10K and are cheaper - change every year - I have tried them all so far- I like the Avons right now

I can help with the easy maintenance in my garage - tires, oil, filters, brakes, etc. I do mine and my Sons '02 as well

Buy it - ride it - love it

Give me shout this summer and you can ride out by me and we will tour the Holy Hill area -

[850GT_Rider]

Well, it wasn’t that one, but a new-to-me ‘03 GoldWing is in the family. 57k miles 896A16F6-C064-4EA8-BA92-A21C6D198593.jpg

[Wingsconsin]

Well, it wasn’t that one, but a new-to-me ‘03 GoldWing is in the family. 57k miles [ATTACH=CONFIG]54302[/ATTACH]

Awesome choice -
Not even broke in-
Check for all the recalls with your new VIN # -
Have them done - valves checked every 32,000 miles (supposed to be)
Tires will go about 8500 to 12,000 miles depending on brand and riding style
Set the pre-load to 20-25 for best ride - Most of these early year wings had under filled actuators which rendered them useless under 15
Change oil check air pressures - ride and repeat for the next 100,000 miles or so...