How does Honda Gold Wing rear suspension work?
As most everybody knows, the Honda Gold Wing GL1500 stock rear suspension system uses a progressively wound spring and damping on one shock; the other contains an air bag system. The former shock’s primary task is damping the heavy Wing; the other’s is air adjustment to vary the preload.
Is there a warranty on the Honda Gold Wing shock?
The 450 Series I.A.S. shock features a limited lifetime warranty on the shock and spring. Unfortunately for older Gold Wing owners, the I.A.S. shock is currently available only for the Honda Gold Wing GL1500 models (1988-2000). So, what does Gene Ellsworth think of the new feel to his bike?
Can you change the preload on a Honda Goldwing?
Very hard to explain and understand but, going up in “numbers” changes the preload, it does not alter the action of the shock! Suggested by a man much wiser than I, on another forum, was to set it on 25 and leave it there.
What should my fluid level be on my Honda Goldwing?
Thanks again. Low fluid level in rear actuator on the 1800 has been a common problem, some don’t start loading until 6-7 others at a higher number so you may think your at 25 but your not.
As most everybody knows, the Honda Gold Wing GL1500 stock rear suspension system uses a progressively wound spring and damping on one shock; the other contains an air bag system. The former shock’s primary task is damping the heavy Wing; the other’s is air adjustment to vary the preload.
The 450 Series I.A.S. shock features a limited lifetime warranty on the shock and spring. Unfortunately for older Gold Wing owners, the I.A.S. shock is currently available only for the Honda Gold Wing GL1500 models (1988-2000). So, what does Gene Ellsworth think of the new feel to his bike?
Very hard to explain and understand but, going up in “numbers” changes the preload, it does not alter the action of the shock! Suggested by a man much wiser than I, on another forum, was to set it on 25 and leave it there.
Thanks again. Low fluid level in rear actuator on the 1800 has been a common problem, some don’t start loading until 6-7 others at a higher number so you may think your at 25 but your not.