Honda 2009 GOLDWING GL1800 Owner's Manual page 2

Introduction
Congratulations on choosing a GL1800 GOLDWING motorcycle.
When you own a Honda, you're part of a worldwide family of satisfied
customers people who appreciate Honda's reputation for building quality into
every product.
Your GOLDWING has earned its reputation as the ultimate luxury touring
motorcycle. It comes loaded with power, unequaled cargo space, a sophisticated
audio system, adjustable windscreen, suspension, and ventilation, and other
unique features to provide maximum convenience and comfort. Additionally,
there are special packages available: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Premium Audio, Navigation System,
Airbag, and Comfort.
Before riding, take time to get acquainted with your motorcycle and how it
works. To protect your investment, we urge you to take responsibility for
keeping your motorcycle well maintained. Scheduled service is a must, of
course. But it's just as important to observe the break-in guidelines, and perform
all pre-ride and other periodic checks detailed in this manual.
We also recommend that you read this owner's manual before you ride. It's full
of facts, instructions, safety information, and helpful tips. To make it easy to use,
the manual contains a detailed list of topics at the beginning of each section, and
both an in-depth table of contents and an index at the back of the book.
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your
Honda, other property, or the environment.
Introduction