Headlight Beam Adjustment Knob; Rear Suspension Spring Pre-Load Adjustment Switch; Ventilation Controls; Windscreen Height Adjustment - Honda 2009 GOLDWING GL1800 Owner's Manual

Controls & Features

Headlight Beam Adjustment Knob

The adjustment knob is used to raise or lower the height of the headlight beam.
You may need to adjust the headlight if you change to a lighter or heavier load
than you normally carry on your motorcycle.
If you carry a heavier or lighter than normal load, you may need to adjust your
headlight beam so you can better see the road ahead and don't blind oncoming
drivers. Obey local laws and regulations concerning headlight adjustment.
To operate, start the engine.
To lower the beam, turn the headlight beam adjustment knob counterclockwise.
To raise the beam, turn the knob clockwise.

Rear Suspension Spring Pre-load Adjustment Switch

The rear suspension spring pre-load adjustment switch is used to adjust the rear
suspension to suit your load and riding conditions. For instructions on when and
how to adjust the rear suspension, see
Adjustment, page

Ventilation Controls

The windscreen ventilation louver is used to direct the flow of fresh air
(page 64 ).
The side ventilation louvers and foot warmer ventilation louvers are used to
direct the flow of warm air (pages

Windscreen Height Adjustment

The windscreen height adjustment levers are used to raise or lower your
windscreen to suit your riding preference. For instructions, see page
42
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Rear Suspension Spring Pre-load
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