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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is resold. This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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Welcome ● Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following codes in this manual GL1800DA Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda indicate each country. II E, III E makes you part of a worldwide family of ● The illustrations here in are based on the...
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A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very You will find important safety information Other important information is in a variety of forms, including: important. Operating this vehicle safely is provided under the following an important responsibility.
Vehicle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle. Please read this section carefully. Vehicle Safety Safety Guidelines ........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ......... P. 14 Riding Precautions ......... P. 17 Accessories & Modifications....P. 21 Loading ...........
Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Always Wear a Helmet Take Time to Learn & Practice It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective Even if you have ridden other vehicles, Follow these guidelines to enhance your apparel significantly reduce the number practice riding in a safe area to become safety: and severity of head and other injuries.
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Make yourself more visible, especially at Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition crash. night, by wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning yourself so other drivers can see It’s important to keep your vehicle properly...
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Safety Guidelines Carbon Monoxide Hazard WARNING WARNING Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Running the engine of your vehicle monoxide, a colourless, odorless gas. while in an enclosed or even Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss partially enclosed area can cause a of consciousness and may lead to death.
Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious Read instructions contained in Shop Manual carefully. In the interest of safety, injury.
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Image Labels BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when handling the battery, or you can get burned or lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte. •...
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Image Labels GL1800DA ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this vehicle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage. • Read carefully the instructions contained in user's manual and installation guide before installing any accessory.
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Image Labels FRONT/REAR CUSHION LABEL GAS FILLED Do not open. Do not heat. SADDLEBAG LABEL Heavy cargo placed on the open lid can damage the saddlebag and lid. TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm...
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Image Labels SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10 % by volume CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 9.0 kg (20.0 lb) CARGO LIMIT LABEL Except GL1800DA Do not exceed 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
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Image Labels TPMS LABEL This vehicle is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Before removing and installing the tyre, see owner’s manual. AIRBAG WARNING LABEL GL1800DA All airbag system wires/connectors are yellow. Disconnecting, tampering with, or using test equipment on any yellow wires or connectors can cause system damage or accidental deployment.
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Image Labels AIRBAG WARNING LABEL B GL1800DA WARNING Airbag system wires and connectors are yellow. Tampering with, cutting, splicing, or disconnecting yellow wires/connectors could cause airbag deployment or a system failure resulting in serious injury or death. Follow Shop Manual instructions carefully. AIRBAG UNIT NOTICE LABEL GL1800DA NOTICE...
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Image Labels AIRBAG MODULE WARNING LABEL GL1800DA DANGER EXPLOSIVE/FLAMMABLE Storage temperatures must not exceed 93°C (200°F). For proper handling, storage and disposal procedures refer to Shop Manual. FIRST AID If contents are swallowed, induce vomiting. For eye contact, flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. In every case, get prompt medical attention.
Safety Precautions ❙ ❙ Safety Precautions Helmet Gloves Should be safety-standard certified, high- Full-finger leather gloves with high ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on visibility, and correct size for your head abrasion resistance the handlebars and feet on the footpegs. ●...
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Safety Precautions ● The airbag might deploy in a severe angled There are several situations in which the vehicle Airbag System frontal collision, or in a sideswipe, or if the airbag should not deploy. Four of the more GL1800DA vehicle underrides the rear of another common situations are discussed here.
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Safety Precautions ❙ ● Finally, if the vehicle is involved in a Important Safety Precautions sideswipe with a stationary object, such as ● Do not install or temporarily attach any a concrete median barrier, or with another items, such as a map holder, over the vehicle travelling in the same direction, as airbag cover or in the area between the illustrated here, the airbag should not...
Riding Precautions ❙ Riding Precautions Combined ABS Brakes Your vehicle is equipped with a brake Observe the following guidelines: system that distributes the braking force Running-in Period ● Avoid excessively hard braking and between the front and rear brakes. downshifting. During the first 500 km (300 miles) of The distribution of the braking force is Sudden braking can reduce the...
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Riding Precautions ❙ Engine Braking Riding in Bad Weather Engine braking helps slow your vehicle If you decide to ride your vehicle in the rain, down when you release the throttle. For fog, or other bad-weather conditions, ride further slowing action, downshift to a carefully.
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( P. 59) and leave tank. down on the tip of the centre stand with your vehicle while taking the Honda your right foot and, simultaneously, pull SMART Key with you. Deactivate the up and back. Honda SMART Key system if necessary.
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Honda Selectable Torque Control rough road conditions or rapid throttle GL1800/DA operation. Always consider road and When the Honda selectable torque control weather conditions, as well as your skills (Torque Control) detects rear wheel spin and condition, when applying throttle.
Always ride at a safe speed for the load accessories that were not specifically which you can be seriously hurt or you are carrying. designed for your vehicle by Honda or killed. ● Avoid carrying an excessive load and make modifications to your vehicle from its keep within specified load limits.
Operation Guide Parts Location GL1800/DA Seat (P182) Throttle grip Front brake fluid reservoir (P177) (P145) Windscreen Data link connector (P184) Front brake lever Rear brake fluid reservoir (P177) Fairing pocket (P138) (P171) Engine oil level gauge Right cylinder head side cover (P166) (P167) Right fog light cover...
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GL1800/DA (P184) Clutch lever GL1800 Clutch fluid reservoir (P181) GL1800 Shelter case (P140) GL1800 (P68) Airbag GL1800DA Fuel lid (P136) Travel trunk (P137) Left engine side cover (P167) Left side cover (P168) (P165) (P221) Battery / Fuse boxes (P140) Helmet holder Passenger seat heater switch (P143) Coolant reserve tank...
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Parts Location (Continued) GL1800B/BD Seat (P182) Throttle grip Front brake fluid reservoir (P177) Windscreen (P145) Data link connector Front brake lever (P184) (P177) Rear brake fluid reservoir Fairing pocket (P138) Engine oil level gauge (P171) (P166) Right cylinder head side cover (P167) Right fog light cover (P169)
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GL1800B/BD Clutch lever (P184) GL1800B Clutch fluid reservoir (P181) GL1800B Shelter case (P140) Fuel lid (P136) Left engine side cover (P167) (P175) Coolant reserve tank Helmet holder (P140) (P165) (P221) Battery / Fuse boxes (P168) Left side cover Engine oil fill cap (P172) Left saddlebag (P137)
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Instruments Tachometer (P27) Speedometer Multi-information display NOTICE E/II E/III E type Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. Shows riding speed in miles Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life. per hour (mph) and kilometer per hour (km/h). Except E/II E/III E type Tachometer red zone Shows riding speed in...
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❙ Multi-information Display Clock (12-hour display) (P82) Your vehicle is equipped with a multi- To set the clock: information display that presents various ❙ functions and settings. Audio Source • Certain manual functions and settings Enters the current audio mode. (P75) are disabled or inoperable while the ❙...
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Instruments (Continued) Basic Operations To operate with the 4-way key switch on the left handlebar: You can operate and set the various Press to select the functions of your vehicle using the interface available choices. Some menus will only use dial and buttons on the centre panel and/or the up and down function.
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Information Bar To change the current audio source In the following cases, the information bar Displays various information (current audio information or vehicle information, press will appear or change from the current source info., vehicle info., help info., or button until the desired information indication.
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ Vehicle Information When “--.-” is displayed except for the When the bar graph is not activated except above-mentioned cases, go to your dealer for the above-mentioned cases, go to your for service. dealer for service. Average Fuel Mileage (Trip A/Trip B) [Fuel Consumption (Avg.)] To change the unit: (P34)
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System Information Indication Explanation Remedy Appears when communication between your vehicle Refer to “When the Honda SMART Key System Does (P200) and Honda SMART Key is interrupted after turning on Not Operate Properly.” the electrical system. Appears when the battery of Honda SMART Key is Refer to “Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery.”...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ (P36) Vehicle Setting • [Day / Night] Idling Stop GL1800BD/DA You can configure the vehicle settings. (P37) • [Ext. Amp] You can enable/disable the Idling Stop The vehicle settings are enabled with the • [EQ1/EQ2] (Equalizer) (P37) system.
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❙ Suspension Preload The rear suspension adjustment provides GL1800/DA the following settings. You can automatically adjust the rear suspension spring preload according to the Status icon Riding condition riding conditions by selecting from the four pre-programmed settings. Rider only (Minimum preload) The rear suspension spring preload Rider and luggage adjustment can be changed only when...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ Units Select [Units], and then press To Change the Unit for Distance [Distance] You can change the following units. switch. E/II E/III E type • [Fuel consumption] (Only E/II E/III E type Select [Units], and then press With [Fuel consumption] selected, press can change to “MPG”...
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❙ ❙ HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control) Auto Dimmer Meter Illumination Return to the previous screen or the (P28) You can select the backlight brightness. Home screen. GL1800/DA You can enable/disable the HSTC function. Setting range: Level 1 to 8 or [AUTO]...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ Day / Night When the setting of [Auto dimmer meter Select [Day / Night], and then press illumination] is not [Auto]: You can adjust the settings for daytime switch. When the setting value of [Day / Night] is mode and nighttime mode of the Rotate or press...
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❙ ❙ ❙ Ext. Amp EQ1/EQ2 (Equalizer) Head Light Opening You can enable/disable audio output when You can select from two equalizer curves You can enable/disable the headlight an external amplifier is connected. according to the specifications of your vehicle. startup lighting when the ignition switch is If you want to install an external amplifier, •...
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Instruments (Continued) INFO 1 Display • Available driving distance GL1800/DA GL1800/DA [RANGE] & Tyre pressure gauge [ Odometer & Tripmeter display RR] display (P41) Odometer & Tripmeter display Cruise control set speed & Available driving distance GL1800B/BD Cruise control set speed & Air temperature gauge display [RANGE] display (P41)
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❙ Cruise Control Set Speed ( ) & Air Cruise Control Set Speed ( GL1800B/BD The speed set for the cruise control is temperature Gauge [AIR] Display To select cruise control set speed or Air displayed. Cruise control set speed & temperature gauge, press button If the cruise control set speed does not...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ ❙ Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] Press button to move the cursor to To Reset the Tripmeter and Average Display the odometer, tripmeter A and Fuel Mileage To select Odometer or Tripmeter A or B, tripmeter B display. To reset tripmeter A and average fuel press button when the cursor is at the...
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❙ Available Driving Distance [RANGE] & Tyre Press button to move the cursor to Available Driving Distance [RANGE] Displays the estimated distance you can Pressure Gauge [ FR/RR] Display the available driving distance and tyre pressure gauge display. travel on the remaining fuel. Press button to select the available The indicated available driving distance is...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ Tyre Pressure Gauge [ FR/RR] The indicated tyre pressures may fluctuate Fuel Gauge when riding because the tyre pressure Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) segment GL1800/DA Displays tyre pressure for the selected tyre. varies according to the temperature. starts flashing: approximately 3.5 litres The system does not monitor the tyre The tyre pressure shown on the display may...
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❙ INFO 2 Display Gear Position Indicator u“ ” flashes when the engine stop switch position is changed from D (AT MODE) indicator (Run) to (Stop) position with the Gear position Riding mode indicator ignition switch in (On). indicator u“ ”...
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ ❙ Riding Mode Indicator Walking Speed Mode Indicator ( GL1800/B (P128) Refer to "Riding Mode" GL1800BD/DA Indication Gear position Comes on when in Walking Speed mode. 1st gear ❙ D (AT MODE) Indicator ( 2nd gear Walking Speed Mode: (P125) GL1800BD/DA 3rd gear...
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❙ INFO 3 Display • Travel Trunk & Saddlebags GL1800/DA GL1800/DA (P46) Rider seat heater indicator ( Open Indicator Travel trunk & Saddlebags • The segment(s) of open component(s) GL1800/DA open indicator Passenger seat heater indicator ( flashes with the "OPEN" indicator when Passenger seat heater your vehicle’s travel trunk and/or (P47)
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Instruments (Continued) ❙ ❙ ❙ Side Stand Indicator Handle Grip Heater Indicator ( Rider Seat Heater Indicator ( The side stand segment flashes with the Comes on when the handle grip heater is GL1800/DA "STAND" when the side stand is put down. on and indicates the selected heater level.
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❙ ❙ Passenger Seat Heater Indicator ( Suspension Preload Indicator ( GL1800/DA GL1800/DA Comes on when the passenger seat heater Shows selected rear suspension spring is on. preload. The indicator flashes while transitioning Passenger seat heater indicator ( between setting modes. When the indicator flashes except for the above mentioned cases, go to your dealer for service.
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Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. Left turn signal indicator Low tyre pressure indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned (On). If the indicator comes on or flashes: (P193) TPMS indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition switch...
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Honda SMART Key indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned (On). When the Honda SMART Key Indicator Flashes: (P192) AIRBAG indicator GL1800DA Steering lock indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned Comes on briefly while the (On).
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Indicators (Continued) Torque Control indicator Right turn signal indicator GL1800/DA • Comes on when the ignition switch is turned (On). Goes off when your speed reaches Hill start assist (HSA) indicator approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) to indicate Comes on in white to amber when the ignition Torque Control is ready to work.
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Combined ABS indicator Comes on when the ignition switch is turned (On). Goes off when your speed Parking brake indicator reaches approximately 5 km/h (3 mph). GL1800BD/DA Comes on as a reminder that you have not If the indicator comes on while riding: released the parking brake lever.
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Switches Centre Panel Interface dial ( ENTER • Rotate (Interface dial) or move in the eight possible directions to select the available choices. • Press (Enter) to set your selection. (P28) Basic Operations: (Home) button Press to return to the Home screen.
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(Off) (On) Ignition switch Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering. (P60) Make sure that the Honda SMART Key is activated (P61) and enter the operating range. (Lock) (Lock) (P59) Locks steering. (Off) Turns engine off. (On) Turns electrical system on for start/riding.
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Switches (Continued) Left handlebar 4-way key/ switch Shift up switch (+) (P124) • Press the 4-way key switch in the • Pull to shift up a gear. GL1800BD/DA directions to select the available choices. • Pull to move the vehicle forward Headlight dimmer switch •...
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4-way key/ switch • Press the 4-way key switch in the directions GL1800/B to select the available choices. Headlight dimmer switch • Press switch to set your selection. (P28) • : High beam Windscreen adjusting lever • : Low beam Push up or down to adjust the •...
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Switches (Continued) Right handlebar button MODE GL1800BD/DA (P128) Changes the riding mode. Engine stop switch/ Start button A/M switch Should normally remain in the Shifts between AT MODE (Run) position. and MT MODE. (P124) In an emergency, switch to the (Stop) position to stop the engine.
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GL1800/B button MODE Engine stop switch/ Start (P128) Changes the riding mode. button Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Stop) position to stop the engine. Press the start button to start the engine. (P120) Hazard switch Cruise control lever...
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Switches (Continued) Passenger seat Honda SMART Key ON/OFF button This button is used to activate or deactivate the Honda SMART Key system and also to confirm the activation status. (P60) The LED informs you of current status of the Honda SMART Key System.
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❙ The steering lock indicator comes on Unlocking briefly and the steering is Make sure that the Honda SMART Key automatically locked. (P60) is activated and enter the If the steering lock indicator blinks (P61) operating range.
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The system runs a two-way authentication To Switch the Honda SMART Key between the vehicle and the Honda SMART System to Activation or Deactivation Key to verify it is the registered Honda Press and hold the ON/OFF button for more SMART Key. than 1 second.
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The system can be operated when the Anyone can operate the ignition switch and Honda SMART Key is within the shaded start the engine if your Honda SMART Key The Honda SMART Key system uses low- area shown in the illustration.
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Key on your person when you get on and Does Not Work Properly (P200) off the vehicle or while riding. Honda SMART Key Do not place the Honda SMART Key in the travel trunk ( ), saddlebags, GL1800/DA shelter case (...
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The answer back system will not function (On) When you press and hold the answer back when the ignition switch is button on the Honda SMART Key with the If the ignition switch is left in (Off) or ignition switch in...
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Parking Brake Parking Brake Lever Parking Front brake lever GL1800BD/DA brake lever Be sure the parking brake is applied when parked and warming up the engine. Make sure the parking brake lever is released before riding. Squeeze To apply the parking brake: Squeeze the front brake lever and pull the parking brake lever back to lock the rear Apply:...
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Idling Stop System GL1800BD/DA Start/Idling Stop button The Idling Stop system is designed to help Idling Stop indicator reduce fuel consumption and noise by stopping the engine from idling when stopped, such as when waiting at an intersection. Switching the Idling Stop System On or Off Switch the Idling Stop system on or off using the start/Idling Stop button or by the...
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Idling Stop System (Continued) Activating the Idling Stop System While the engine is stopped by the Idling Safety Precautions for the Idling Stop The Idling Stop system becomes ready to Stop system, if you press the start/Idling System stop the engine and the Idling Stop Stop button, the Idling Stop system is Do not go away from the vehicle while the indicator comes on when the following...
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❙ Restarting the Engine To restart the engine when the Idling Engine Does Not Start Even If the Check that the Idling Stop indicator is (P199) Stop indicator not flashing, shift the Throttle is Opened: flashing, and then open the throttle. transmission into neutral and press the The engine will not restart if the rider is not start/Idling Stop button.
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Airbag System • In a 50 km/h (30 mph), head-on crash • A crash into a solid barrier at 50 km/h GL1800DA The Airbag System can help cushion the into the side of a stationary car, the (30 mph) may not seem very serious, but impact force to the rider’s head and upper vehicle will come to a stop in about 1/ for the rider it would be similar to falling...
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Airbag System Components Your vehicle airbag system includes: Airbag An airbag that is stored forward of the rider’s seat, under a cover marked AIRBAG The impact sensors that measure the rate of deceleration during a frontal impact are located on the left and right of the main frame under the rider seat.
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However, you must As the rider’s head and upper body press have your vehicle checked by a Honda into the airbag, the bag immediately begins dealer if: deflating, through vents located at the •...
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Audio System About Your Audio System • In no event shall Honda be liable for any The audio system features AM/FM radio. damages or troubles that occur in the It can also play USB flash drives and iPod, use of audio devices and USB flash iPhone and Bluetooth ®...
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Audio System (Continued) Audio System Component Locations iPod/USB digital iPhone/Mobile audio player/USB phone/Bluetooth ® iPhone/Mobile flash drive, etc. audio device, etc. phone, etc. Rear speakers Except GL1800B/BD (P87) Bluetooth ® connection Radio antenna Main Bluetooth ® antenna Centre panel Front speakers USB connection (P102) Multi-information...
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Basic Operations (Interface dial): Rotate or move (Home) button: Select to go to the in the eight possible directions to select home screen. You can operate and set the various the available choices. Press to set your (Back) button: Press to go return the functions of the audio system using the selection.
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Audio System (Continued) Left Handlebar [2] 4-way key switch: Press right, left, up or (Source/Private Mode) switch: down to select a menu item. Press to change the audio mode. Cycles lever [2] 4-way key switch • When listening to the radio through the audio modes as follows: [FM] →...
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❙ ❙ ❙ To Change the Audio Mode To Select the Audio Output Device To Adjust the Volume Press switch to change the audio You can switch the audio output between You can adjust the volume settings for the mode. Cycles through the audio modes on the paired Bluetooth ®...
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Audio System (Continued) When you push lever up or down, To resume the volume: Operate lever the volume control level appears on the while volume is muted. information bar. lever switch Information bar To mute the volume: Press and hold To increase the volume: push lever switch.
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❙ Audio Setting Sound Setting Bass Adjusts lower-frequency sound level. From this screen, you can go to various You can adjust the sound to fit your setup options for the audio system. preferences. Rotate or press on the 4-way key switch to select a setting menu. Press switch to set your selection.
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Audio System (Continued) Treble Bass Boost Fader Adjusts higher-frequency sound level. Enables/disables bass boost. Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance. Select [Treble], and then press Select [Bass boost], and then press Select [Fader], and then press switch. switch to select (enable) or switch.
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On models equipped Auto Volume (Speaker) Auto Volume (Headset) GL1800B/BD Selects the volume setting to automatically Selects the volume setting to automatically with the front speakers only, setting increase volume from the speakers as the increase volume from the headsets as the the fader level to a negative level speed of the vehicle increases.
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Audio System (Continued) Volume Select [Volume], and then press Rotate or press on the 4- Adjusts the volumes in the following modes way key switch to select your preferred switch. individually. Rotate or press on the 4- level. • [Audio vol.] way key switch to select the mode that •...
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❙ General Setting Beep Language Enables/disables the beep sound when Changes the system language. Configures system settings. operating keys. Rotate , or press on the 4-way key switch to select a setting menu. Press switch to set your selection. Select [Language], and then press Select [Beep], and then press switch.
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Audio System (Continued) TTS Language Clock To adjust the clock manually: The audio system receives signals from GPS Models equipped with Navigation System Changes the TTS (text-to-speech) satellites, updating the clock automatically. language. You can also adjust the clock manually. Select [Manual setting], and then press switch.
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Rotate or press on the 4- Time Zone Setting range: [Auto] or [UTC-12:00] Selects the offset of local time from UTC to [UTC +13:00] way key switch until the desired hour is (Coordinated Universal Time). displayed. Move or press Return to the previous screen or the This function is disabled when [Manual the 4-way key switch to set the hour.
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Audio System (Continued) Select [DST], and then press System Information Sets the DST (Daylight Saving Time). Shows various information of the audio switch. This function is disabled when [Manual system. Rotate or press on the 4- setting] is selected. way key switch to select [Auto], ON In the following situations, [Auto] setting (enable) or OFF (disable), and then press will be disabled.
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Apple CarPlay/iPod System Reset Select [YES] to reset the settings. Selects whether Apple CarPlay connection Resets the audio system to the factory uAfter selecting [YES], the system will or iPod (USB) connection is used when defaults. All settings including preset data reboot.
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Audio System (Continued) Restore Apple CarPlay Settings Return to the previous screen or the Resets your selection on the Apple CarPlay (P28) Home screen. disclaimer screen. (P109) Apple CarPlay: Select [Restore Apple CarPlay settings], and then press switch. uA confirmation message appears on the screen.
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❙ Bluetooth Setting Supported Bluetooth ® version/profiles You can connect with your iPhone or other Bluetooth ® version Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR mobile phone and/or Bluetooth ® headsets HFP (Hand Free Profile) ver. 1.5 Bluetooth ® profiles via Bluetooth ® (For iPhone, mobile A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) ver.
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Select [Phone pairing], and then press : Phone Tap “Honda Goldwing (default name)” switch to enter the setting : Music on the Bluetooth ® setting menu of the menu.
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[Inquiry] The names of the devices detected are (Bluetooth ® icon) and (device displayed on the background screen. icon) appear on the upper part of the Press switch to exit the screen, and icons of available functions search mode. appear next to the name of the device uIf many Bluetooth ®...
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Audio System (Continued) To Connect the Paired Device Manually (Bluetooth ® icon) and (device To Reconnect a Paired Device Icon status: Automatically icon) appear on the upper part of the (light blue) : phone function connected When the ignition switch is turned (On) screen, and icons of available functions or ACC, the system reconnects with...
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To Delete the Paired Device A confirmation message appears on the screen. Select [YES], and then press Select [Bluetooth setting], and then switch. press switch. Select [Phone pairing], [Rider HS pairing] or [Passenger HS pairing], and then press switch to enter the setting menu.
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Audio System (Continued) To Connect/Disconnect Available To connect functions: To disconnect functions: Functions Individually [Phone pairing] [Phone pairing] Depending on the connected device, this Select [Connect as phone] or [Connect Select [Disconnect as phone] or function may not be able to establish a as music], and [Disconnect as music], then press...
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Rider HS Pairing/Passenger HS Pairing Select [Inquiry], and then press Select a target device name, and then This function is disabled while the vehicle is switch. press switch. in motion. uThe system searches for a target When the pairing is complete, a device.
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(Continued) To Edit the System Name System default name: Honda Goldwing You can edit the system name to be Headset default name: Honda Rider HS / displayed on a target device. Honda Passenger HS Select [OK], and then press switch.
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❙ Phone Setting Private Mode Enables/disables a call with the passenger's You can configure the phone settings. headset. Rotate or press on the 4-way key switch to select a setting menu item. Select [Private mode], and then press Press switch to set your switch to select (enable) or selection.
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Audio System (Continued) Mic. Level Adjusts the microphone volume. Select [Mic. level], and then press switch. Rotate or press on the 4- way key switch to select your preferred level. Return to the previous screen or the (P28) Home screen. Available setting range: Level -7 to +7 Default: Level 0...
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❙ Playing the FM/AM Radio [5] Station name E/II E/III E/ED/II ED/III ED type Select Station (P98) The audio system features FM/AM radio. You can tune the radio frequency one step Press (Source/Private Mode) switch to [6] PTY (Programme type) at a time.
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ Radio Data System (RDS) Preset Stations uTo cancel the scan, select [Abort]. To Store a Station Manually: uIf you are in a remote area, the auto E/II E/III E/ED/II ED/III ED type You can store the frequencies of your select function may not find 12 The Radio Data System (RDS) provides clear favourite radio stations.
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❙ To enable/disable the AF function: Regionalisation Select [Regionalisation], and then press When you are travelling into different radio switch to select (enable) or Press (Source/Private Mode) reception areas, if you enable the regional deselect (disable) the function. (P75) switch to select to FM radio. function, the system automatically re-tunes Press and hold (Home) button/...
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ Traffic Announcement (TA) To enable/disable the TA function: When a radio station capable of providing traffic information is selected Press (Source/Private Mode) with the function enabled, the "TP" (P75) switch to select to FM radio. indicator appears on the screen. Press and hold (Home) button/ (Home) switch to display the RDS...
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❙ If a traffic announcement is received, To adjust the TA volume: PTY (Programme type) The TA volume can be adjusted in 30 levels. the popup message will be displayed on This function lets you know the type of While traffic announcement is the screen and the current audio source programmes the selected RDS station is broadcasting, push VOL lever up or down...
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ Connecting your iPhone/iPod/USB Compatible Devices device iPhone, iPod and other devices compatible with your audio system are: You can connect your iPhone/iPod/USB USB flash drive Standard USB 2.0/3.0 device using a certified cable to the USB File systems FAT32 (recommendation), connector or connect a USB flash drive, etc.
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❙ Audio Files on Device MP3/WMA/WAV files in your device can be played on the following specifications. Standard MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 File extension .mp3 Sample rate 32/44.1/48 (kHz) Bit rates (kbps) 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/ 192/224/256/320/VBR Available tags ID3v2 (v2.2/v2.3/v2.4) ID3v1 (v1.0/v1.1) Standard Windows Media Audio Version 7/8/9 File extension...
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ To Connect Your iPhone/iPod/USB Device After connecting, the UBS icon appears GL1800DA iPhone/iPod/USB device on the screen. USB 1 connector USB 1 connector GL1800DA USB icon (P137) Open the travel trunk. Except GL1800DA Open the shelter case. (P140) !bConnect your iPhone/iPod/USB device using a certified cable to the USB 1...
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USB 2 connector After connecting, the UBS icon appears • Do not leave your device in the vehicle • Apple CarPlay cannot be used with USB on the screen. (travel trunk, shelter case or saddlebag, connection via USB 2 connector. etc.).
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ Playing Audio Screen Information To Play a Track The audio system can play music stored on The information displayed on the screen Connect the device you want to play a device connected via USB or Bluetooth ®...
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❙ ❙ To Pause a Track To Select the Play Mode • Repeat all play mode: Repeats all Push and hold switch to pause a track You can select repeat and random modes. tracks in the current playlist ([Artists], and mute the volume. To switch the mode, press and hold [Albums] or [Folders], etc.).
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ To Select a Track from the Playlist • Available operating functions may differ You can select a track from various playlists depending on the connected device and depending on the connected device. the type of file being played back. •...
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• For details on countries and regions CarPlay performance or functionality. • In no event shall Honda be liable for any where Apple CarPlay is available, as well damages or troubles that occur in the as information pertaining to function, It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they use of iPhone.
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ ❙ To Setup Apple CarPlay When the disclaimer message appears Apple CarPlay Menu Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the on the screen, select [Enable once] or Apple CarPlay menu screen transmission of certain user and vehicle [Always enable], and then press Music Messages...
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Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc. handlebar. Messages Say a voice command through the Check and reply to text messages, or have paired headset. messages read to you. Honda Go back to the Home screen. Go back to the Apple CarPlay menu screen.
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ ❙ Using Bluetooth Handsfree Call- ® Preparation Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone Connect with the paired mobile phone. Bluetooth handsfree calling allows you to number or by using the imported ®...
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To Make a Call Using a Phone Number To end the call, press and hold To Make a Call Using a Speed Dial Entry [Dial by number] [Speed dial] (Voice control) switch on the left This function is disabled while the vehicle is You can make a call using the speed dial handlebar.
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Audio System (Continued) To Store a Phone Number in the Speed From [Speed Dial]: From [Call history]/[Phonebook]: Dial List Select [Speed dial]. Select [Call history] or [Phonebook]. Speed dial numbers can be stored in three Select [Add speed dial], and then press Select the phone number you want to ways.
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To Rearrange the Order of the Speed Rotate or press on the 4- To Delete a Stored Speed Dial Number Dial List way key switch to change the order of Select [Speed dial]. Select [Speed dial], and then press and the speed dial list.
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Audio System (Continued) To Make a Call Using the Imported To Make a Call Using the Call History Phonebook [Phonebook] [Call history] This function is disabled while the vehicle is You can make a call using the call history in motion. while the vehicle is in motion.
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❙ Receiving a Call To Receive a Call To Reject a Call When a call comes in, press switch on When a call comes in, press and hold When there is an incoming call, an audible the left handlebar to receive the call. switch on the left handlebar to reject a call.
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Audio System (Continued) ❙ Making Multiple Calls enter a phone number in [Dial by To End a Call in Progress Press and hold switch on the left You can handle multiple calls at the same number]. time if the connected mobile phone uTo change the call mode, press handlebar to end the second call.
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❙ Sending DTMF tones during a call During a call, select [Touch tones], and You can send DTMF (Dual Tone Multi then press switch. Frequency) tones during a call. To send a DTMF tone, select a number This is useful when you call a menu-driven key, and then press switch.
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Make sure the engine stop switch is in !b!c This vehicle is equipped with a Honda (Run) position. SMART Key system. Always keep Honda Unlock the steering. (P59)
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To stop the engine, put the gear to Make sure the parking brake lever is following procedure. Neutral ( indicator comes on). released before riding. Make sure the status of the Honda Turn the ignition switch to (Off). SMART Key is active (P60) and enter...
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Shifting Gears GL1800BD/DA GL1800/B Your vehicle is equipped with an Your vehicle transmission has 6 forward automatically controlled 7-speed gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. transmission. It can be shifted automatically (by AT MODE) or manually (by MT MODE). If you put the vehicle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
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When you can change between GL1800BD/DA Press the D side of the N-D switch Dual Clutch Transmission Neutral (N) and AT MODE (D): Press the A/M switch In order to respond to rider demands in a Vehicle is stopped and the engine is Press the N side of the N-D switch broad range of situations, the transmission idling.
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Shifting Gears (Continued) Changing between Neutral and AT Riding in MT MODE Gear shift operation Shift up and down with the shift up switch Shifting Up: MODE/MT MODE (+) and shift down switch (-). Press the shift up switch (+) e ).
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Walking Speed Mode Press the Walking Speed mode switch GL1800BD/DA Gear position indicator The Walking Speed mode assists the rider while applying the brake lever or pedal. with getting the vehicle into or out of tight The Walking Speed mode indicator is areas by maneuvering the vehicle at slow displayed.
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Walking Speed Mode (Continued) To move the vehicle backward, press While in Walking Speed mode, do To stop the vehicle, apply the brake and hold the shift down switch (-), and not press the engine stop switch lever or pedal. then release the brakes.
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Moving in Reverse Release the Reverse button, and the GL1800/B Your vehicle’s reverse system allows you to vehicle will stop. back out of a parking space at slow speed. After your vehicle has stopped, press Make sure there are no obstacles or people the Reverse mode switch to turn off the in the direction of travel.
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Riding Mode You can change the riding mode. SPORT mode: Selecting the Riding Mode The following parameters change SPORT mode has a quicker and more GL1800BD/DA according to each riding mode. powerful engine feel, harder braking feel, Press the button while the throttle MODE •...
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GL1800/B buttons ( or ) Press one of the MODE while the throttle is fully closed. The riding mode indicator blinks until the riding mode is changed. The riding mode does not change until the throttle is fully closed. Each time the ignition switch is turned to (On), the riding mode will automatically be set to TOUR...
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Honda Selectable Torque Control (Torque Control) Torque Control mode (on/off) cannot be GL1800/DA Torque Control will limit the amount of changed while riding. torque applied to the rear wheel when the Stop the vehicle first and select the system detects the rear wheel spin during Torque Control mode (on/off) in the acceleration.
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Cruise Control The cruise control system allows you to WARNING WARNING CRUISE MAIN indicator maintain a steady speed within specified range. Improper use of the cruise control The available speed setting range and can lead to a crash in which you operating gear are listed below: could be seriously hurt or killed.
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Cruise Control (Continued) To Change the Set Speed To Change the Set Speed Continuously To Manually Increase the Set Speed • To increase the set speed: push and hold To Fine Tune the Set Speed Use the throttle to accelerate until you Display the cruise control set speed on the the cruise control lever to [RES/+] side.
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To Temporarily Disengage the System To resume cruise control: • If you are still over GL1800BD/DA Perform one of the following operations 30 km/h (20 mph), push and release to disengage the system temporarily. the cruise control lever to [RES/+] side. (CRUISE SET indicator temporarily goes If you are still over 50 km/h GL1800/B...
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Hill Start Assist ❙ The Hill Start Assist (HSA) temporarily keeps Activating the HSA Hill start assist (HSA) indicator the vehicle from rolling backward (or To activate the HSA, squeeze the brake forward) if the brake lever or pedal is lever quickly until the Hill start assist (HSA) released when stopped on an incline such indicator comes on in white and hold the...
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Emergency Stop Signal Emergency stop signal activates when you The emergency stop signal stops operating The emergency stop signal is not a brake hard while driving at 50 km/h (31 when: system that can prevent a possible rear- mph) or above to alert drivers behind you •...
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Refuelling Opening the Fuel Fill Cap WARNING WARNING Lower edge of Open the fairing pocket. (P138) filler neck Petrol is highly flammable and Slide the fuel lid opener to open the fuel explosive. You can be burned or lid. seriously injured when handling Turn the fuel fill cap counterclockwise fuel.
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Storage Equipment ❙ Travel Trunk, Saddlebags and To Open the Travel Trunk and Saddlebags Make sure the Honda SMART Key is activated (P60) , and then enter the operating range Fairing Pocket The travel trunk and saddlebags are for with the Honda SMART Key.
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To Open the Fairing Pocket GL1800/DA You can store rider and passenger helmets To close a compartment, place your hands Make sure the Honda SMART Key is in the travel trunk. (P60) flat on the edges of its lid and press down...
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(Off) ignition switch is turned to or after who does not have the Honda SMART Key. the buttons of the Honda SMART Key is operated, the remote transmitter will no longer operate. To reset the system, turn...
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Storage Equipment (Continued) Shelter Case Helmet Holder Insert the helmet holder hanger into the Except GL1800DA The shelter case is for lightweight items. The helmet holder is located on the left helmet D-ring. Cargo should not exceed: grab rail. Helmet D-ring 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) Use the helmet holder only when parked.
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Tool Kit, Owner’s Manual and Insert the helmet holder hanger in the WARNING WARNING Helmet Holder Hanger direction shown into the slit on the left grab rail. The tool kit, owner’s manual and helmet Riding with a helmet attached to the holder hanger are stored in the left To lock the helmet holder, push the holder can interfere with your ability...
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Comfort & Convenience Adjustment ❙ Handle Grip Heater To Operate the Handle Grip Heater This vehicle is equipped with a handle grip Start the engine. (P120) (blank) heater that warms up your hands during Level 5 Press the handle grip heater button. The ride.
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❙ Seat Heater To Operate the Rider Seat Heater GL1800/DA This vehicle is equipped with the seat (P120) Start the engine. (blank) heaters that warms up the rider’s seat and Press the rider seat heater button. The Level 5 passenger’s seat for comfortable riding on rider seat heater is on.
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Comfort & Convenience Adjustment (Continued) ❙ Passenger Seat Heater Switch Do not use the seat heater with the engine at idle for a long time. It may result in a low The passenger seat heater switch is located (or dead) battery. on the left saddlebag.
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Adjustable Windscreen Turning the ignition switch to (Off) will Windscreen adjusting lever automatically lower the windscreen to its You can adjust your windscreen height original position. higher or lower according to your preference. To keep the windscreen raised after turning If possible, you should adjust your off the electrical system, such as when windscreen height to below eye level for...
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Comfort & Convenience Adjustment (Continued) ❙ Windscreen Ventilation Louver To Close the Windscreen Ventilation You can utilise the windscreen ventilation Louver louver to direct the flow of fresh air. Push the centre of the louver until the louver is firmly closed. ❙...
Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your vehicle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure protect your investment, obtain maximum that you have the tools, parts, and skills performance, avoid breakdowns, and required.
If you sell the vehicle, these receipts should be transferred with the Maintenance work should be performed in vehicle to the new owner. accordance with Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all should road test your vehicle after each of these requirements.
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: Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Frequency* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. Items Check x 1,000 km page Check Replace : Technical.
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Notes: Frequency* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to *1 : At higher odometer reading, repeat at the frequency interval Items Check x 1,000 km page Check Replace established here. 2 P. 155 x 1,000 mi *2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty Final Drive Oil 3 Years areas.
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: Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Frequency* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. Items Check x 1,000 km 1 page Check Replace : Technical.
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Notes: Frequency* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to *1 : At higher odometer reading, repeat at the frequency interval Items Check x 1,000 km 1 page Check Replace established here. 2 P. 155 x 1,000 mi 0.6 *2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty Final Drive Oil 3 Years areas.
Maintenance Fundamentals ● Check the following items before you get Lights and horn - Check that lights, Pre-ride Inspection indicators and horn function properly. on your vehicle: To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to ● Engine stop switch - Check for proper ●...
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Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts WARNING WARNING Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. make your vehicle unsafe and cause When ordering coloured components, a crash in which you can be seriously specify the model name, colour and code hurt or killed.
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Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ What to do in an emergency Battery WARNING WARNING If any of the following occur, immediately Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type see your doctor. The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the ●...
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3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, NOTICE clean and polish the terminals with a ❙ Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can Inspecting and Replacing Fuses wire brush or sandpaper. Wear safety overload the electrical system, discharging the battery Turn the ignition switch to (Off) to glasses.
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“Specifications.” P. 253, 255 Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the circular API service symbol. If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: ● JASO T 903 standard* : MA ●...
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Recommended Coolant Pro Honda HP Coolant is a pre-mixed If the drain tube overflows, the air filter solution of antifreeze and distilled water. may become contaminated with engine oil causing poor engine performance.
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Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Even if the direction of the valve stem is Inspecting for Abnormal Wear Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) changed, do not return it to the original Inspect the tyres ❙ Checking the Air Pressure position. Have your vehicle inspected by for signs of Even though your vehicle is equipped with your dealer.
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TWI range. maintenance. ● Have the wheel balanced with Honda Genuine balance weights or equivalent Germany after the tyre is installed. Wear indicator German law prohibits use of tyres whose ●...
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Maintenance Fundamentals ● Each wheel is equipped with a tyre Air Cleaner pressure sensor mounted inside the tyre This vehicle is equipped with a viscous type behind the valve stem. You must use air cleaner element. TPMS specific wheels. Not using TPMS Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can specific wheels can cause an air leak, a degrade the viscous element performance...
Tool The tool kit is stored in the left saddlebag. P. 137 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. ● No.2 Phillips screwdriver ● No.2 Screwdriver ● Screwdriver handle ● 8 mm Open end wrench ●...
Removing & Installing Body Components Battery 6. Remove the battery holder from the GL1800BD/DA hook. Positive + terminal ❙ Removal 7. Remove the battery taking care not to drop the terminal nuts. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to (Off).
Removing & Installing Body Components u Cylinder Head Side Cover ❙ Installation Cylinder Head Side Cover The right and left cylinder head side cover can be removed in the same way. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Always connect the positive + ❙...
Removing & Installing Body Components u Fog Light Cover Fog Light Cover Left Engine Side Cover Bosses Screws Tabs Fog light cover Left engine side cover The right and left fog light cover can be removed in the same way. ❙...
Removing & Installing Body Components u Side Cover ❙ Side Cover Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Bosses Side cover The right and left side cover can be removed in the same way. ❙ Removal 1. Open the saddlebag. P.
Spark Plug Changing Spark Plug 3. Disconnect the connectors from the 7. Install new spark plugs. With the plug direct ignition coils. washers attached, thread the spark For the recommended spark plugs, see 4. Remove the bolts and direct ignition plugs in by hand to prevent cross- “Specifications.”...
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Spark Plug u Changing Spark Plug 9. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. When reinstalling, make sure the wire grommets are installed in place as shown. Right side Grommets Left side Grommet...
Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil 6. Check that the oil level is between the Oil fill cap upper level and lower level marks on the dipstick. 7. Securely install the dipstick. GL1800BD/DA Check the engine oil with the Idling Stop system disabled.
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Remove the oil fill cap, GL1800BD/DA Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or drain bolt A, drain bolt B, drain bolt C equivalent specified for your model. and sealing washers to drain the oil.
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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter 6. Remove the oil filter with a filter Install new sealing 10. Fill the crankcase with the GL1800BD/DA wrench and let the remaining oil drain washers onto the drain bolt A, drain recommended oil ( P.
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8. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the GL1800BD/DA Clutch Use a new Honda Genuine clutch oil filter rubber seal of a new engine oil filter. oil filter or equivalent specified for your model. P. 173 9.
Coolant Checking the Coolant Adding Coolant WARNING WARNING Check the coolant level in the reserve tank If the coolant level is below the LOWER Removing the radiator cap while the while the engine is cold. level mark, add the recommended coolant engine is hot can cause the coolant 1.
Final Drive Oil Checking the Final Drive Oil 1. Pour the final drive oil into the oil fill Oil fill hole cap hole until it reaches the lower edge of O-ring 1. Hold the vehicle upright on firm level the opening. ground.
Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is Front Front brake below the LWR mark or the brake lever and fluid reservoir 1. Place your vehicle in an upright position pedal freeplay becomes excessive, inspect on a firm, level surface.
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Brakes u Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads If necessary have the pads replaced by your Front Wear dealer. Brake pads Check the condition of the brake pad wear indicators Always replace both left and right brake indicators. pads at the same time.
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Brakes u Checking the Parking Brake Checking the Parking Brake Adjusting the Brakelight Switch GL1800BD/DA Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface. Check the operation of the brakelight Stop the engine and push your vehicle switch. while set the parking brake to check the efficacy of the parking brake.
Side Stand Checking the Side Stand GL1800/B Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift the transmission into gear. GL1800BD/DA Start the engine and press the D side of N-D switch to switch the transmission into AT MODE (D). 5.
Clutch Checking Clutch Fluid 1. Place your vehicle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. 2. Check that the clutch fluid reservoir is GL1800/B horizontal and that the fluid level is Clutch fluid above the LWR mark. reservoir If the fluid level is low or if you find fluid leaks, or deterioration or cracks in the hoses and fittings, have the clutch system...
Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open. If the throttle does not move smoothly, close automatically, have the vehicle inspected by your dealer. Throttle...
Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Remove the left fog light cover. P. 167 2. Remove the left cylinder head side cover. P. 166 3. Place a suitable container under the crankcase breather tube. 4. Remove the crankcase breather tube Crankcase breather tube plug plug from the tube.
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim Adjusting the Clutch and Brake lever Forward Brake Levers Adjuster Brake lever You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the adjusting You can adjust the distances between the knob in or out as necessary. tip of the clutch lever ( ) and GL1800/B...
Other Adjustments u Selecting the Electrical Adjustable Suspension ❙ Selecting the Electrical Spring Preload NOTICE Adjustable Suspension Remove the right side cover. P. 168 The front and rear shock absorber damper units contain high pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase disassemble, service, or improperly dispose of the spring preload (hard), or turn the adjuster...
Honda SMART Key Do not pry the built-in key forcibly. If the Honda SMART Key indicator flashes 5 Do not touch the circuit or terminal. times when the ignition switch is turned to This may cause problems.
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Other Replacement u Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery 4. Replace the old battery with a new one WARNING WARNING with the positive side facing up. 5. Assemble the parts in the reverse order Chemical Burn Hazard: do not of disassembly.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start......P. 189 Low Tyre Pressure Indicator ....P. 193 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Overheating (High coolant temperature TPMS Indicator........P. 194 Not Operate Properly ......P. 200 indicator is on) ........P. 190 AIRBAG Indicator ....
Engine Will Not Start Starter Operates But Engine Starter Does Not Operate Does Not Start Check the following items: ● Check the correct engine starting Check the following items: sequence P. 120 ● Check the correct engine starting ● Check for a blown fuse P.
Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) The engine is overheating when the 2. Check that the radiator fan is operating, following occurs: and then turn the ignition switch to ● High coolant temperature indicator (Off). comes on. If the fan is not operating: ●...
Warning Indicators On or Flashing Low Oil Pressure Indicator PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel The combined ABS indicator may flash if: ● The front wheel leaves the ground for Injection) Malfunction If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, 1 second or more Indicator Lamp (MIL) pull safely to the side of the road and stop ●...
Indicator does not go off at speeds above when communication between your 5 km/h (3 mph). If you do not have the Honda SMART Key, vehicle and Honda SMART Key stops after Even when the Torque Control indicator is the electrical system can be activated by turning on the ignition switch.
Warning Indicators On or Flashing Clutch Temperature Indicator Clutch Temperature Indicator Low Tyre Pressure Indicator If the low tyre pressure indicator does not go off after inflating the tyres to the If the low tyre pressure indicator flashes, specified values, have your dealer to check GL1800BD/DA The clutch temperature indicator flashes if check your tyres as soon as possible.
Warning Indicators On or Flashing u TPMS Indicator AIRBAG Indicator Hill Start Assist (HSA) than measured and could be underinflated and cause the low tyre pressure indicator to Indicator turn on. Or, if you check and adjust your GL1800DA The AIRBAG indicator comes on if there is a tyre pressure in cooler conditions, and ride If the Hill start assist (HSA) indicator comes problem with the airbag system.
Other Warning Indications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication Handle Grip Heater Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge segments will be displayed as shown If the handle grip heater system has an in the illustration. error, the handle grip heater indicator will If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as blink.
Other Warning Indications u Seat Heaters Failure Indication Seat Heaters Failure Indication Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure Indication GL1800/DA If the seat heater system has an error, the If the cooling system has an error, all seat heater indicator will blink. segments will blink as shown in the If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as illustration.
If the “-” is Blinking in the Gear Position Indicator While Riding (GL1800BD/DA) If the “-” is blinking in the gear position If you can shift from N to D range: When a gear position is shown in the gear indicator while riding, you may have a serious problem with the Dual Clutch position indicator, you can ride in that gear.
When the Idling Stop System Does Not Operate Properly (GL1800BD/DA) Idling Stop Indicator Does Not Engine is Not Stopped by the If PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights: When the PGM-FI malfunction indicator Come On Idling Stop System While the lamp (MIL) lights, the Idling Stop system Idling Stop Indicator is On does not operate for protection of the...
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When the Idling Stop System Does Not Operate Properly (GL1800BD/DA) Engine Does Not Start Even If the Throttle is Opened Engine Does Not Start Even If If the start/Idling Stop button is operated: While the engine is stopping by the Idling the Throttle is Opened Stop system, if you press the start/Idling Stop button, the Idling Stop system will be...
When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly When the Honda SMART Key system does When the Honda SMART Key comes into contact with or is covered by not work properly, perform the following. ● Check that the Honda SMART Key metal objects.
Activating the Electrical System in an Emergency The electrical system can be activated by The ID number is input according to the Example: number of times the fairing pocket opener • To input “0”, press the start button inputting the ID number. is pressed.
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Activating the Electrical System in an Emergency ID number input success: ID number input failure: ID number input cancel If the ID number is not authenticated after If you input the wrong number, you can After the last digit of the ID number is inputted and the start button is pressed, inputting, the steering cannot be unlocked cancel ID number input by not pressing the...
Emergency Key battery becomes weak. clockwise to open the left saddlebag. If you lose the Honda SMART Key, the left 1. Remove the rear centre lid by using a flat Left saddlebag opener saddlebag can be unlocked using the head screwdriver covered with a emergency key.
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If the Saddlebags or Travel Trunk Won't Open u To Open the Travel Trunk Emergency To Open the Travel Trunk 4. Release the right saddlebag opener from 3. Install the travel trunk opener onto the the prong in the left saddlebag. Pull the prong before closing the right Emergency right saddlebag opener to open the...
If remove a wheel in order to repair a We recommend you have this type of you have a tyre professionally repaired at a non-Honda puncture. service performed by your dealer.
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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels ❙ Front Wheel 3. Cover both sides of the front wheel 4. Remove the bolt and wheel speed and brake calipers with protective tape sensor. Removal or cloth. 5. On the left side, remove the mounting GL1800/DA bolts and remove the brake caliper.
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Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 6. On the right side, remove the 7. Remove the front axle bolt. Front axle shaft Right side collar mounting bolts and remove the brake 8. Loosen the left axle pinch bolts. caliper. Left side collar Front axle bolt Support the brake caliper assembly so that it doesn't hang from the...
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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels 8. Install the right brake caliper and 10. Install the wheel speed sensor and tighten the mounting bolts. tighten the bolt securely. 11. Lower the front wheel on the ground. Surface of Torque: 42.5 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 31 lbf·ft) fork leg 12.
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Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Rear Wheel 5. Remove the bolt C and pull the left Connector muffler inner cover forward to release Removal the hooks. GL1800/DA 6. Remove the left muffler inner cover. Place your vehicle on its centre stand on Tabs a firm, level surface.
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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels Installation GL1800/DA Support your vehicle securely and raise 1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the removal procedure. the rear wheel off the ground using the 2. Install the rear wheel and tighten the centre stand or a hoist. rear wheel nuts equally in the crisscross GL1800B/BD Support your vehicle securely and raise...
Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Some Bluetooth ® devices and application software you use may be incompatible with the audio system and/or the operable functions may be limited. Check that the audio system and Bluetooth ® device are both in the pairing mode. P.
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Some Bluetooth ® devices and application software you use may not connect automatically. For connecting, follow the instructions in the instruction manual of your Bluetooth device. ® The Bluetooth ® devices that can be connected at the same time are limited to one Bluetooth ®...
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Presence of another Bluetooth ® device or a device that emits electromagnetic waves such as communication equipment in the vicinity sometimes affects the communication. Due to the characteristics of Bluetooth ® , though in rare cases, the system operation may become unstable.
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Depending on the audio device and the audio file, nothing may be displayed or the display may be inaccurate in some cases. Check the information on available tags. P. 103 When the information in an audio file such as the artist name and track title is in a non-compliant tag format, it may be indicated by “.”...
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Connected Bluetooth ® device may be unsupported device. Check the supported Bluetooth ® version/profiles. P. 87 Bluetooth ® handsfree calling When the Bluetooth ® connection is unstable due to surrounding conditions or radio wave cannot be available. conditions, the handsfree calling functions may not be available.
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Connected iPhone may be unsupported model. Check the compatible model with Apple CarPlay. P. 109 Connected iPhone may be unsupported iOS version. Update the iPhone to the newer version. To use Apple CarPlay, a headset connection is necessary. Connect a paired headset. P.
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy You cannot operate Apple CarPlay by the centre panel switches/Interface dial while the vehicle is Connected, but does not operate in motion. Operate with the left handlebar switches or park your vehicle in a safe place, then Apply CarPlay.
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Audio System Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Certain manual functions and settings are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. Audio system cannot operate. You cannot select a greyed-out menu until the vehicle is stopped. In [Vehicle setting], certain items cannot be selected and display information is limited when the Set menu in [Vehicle setting] does ignition switch is in ACC.
Electrical Trouble ❙ Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Front Turn Signal Charge the battery using a motorcycle All light bulbs on the vehicle are LEDs. battery charger. If there is an LED which is not turned on, Remove the battery from the vehicle before see your dealer for servicing.
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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ ❙ Brakelight/Taillight/Rear Turn License Plate Light Fog Light Signal GL1800 E/ED/TU type and GL1800DA II E/III E/IIED/IIIED/III TU type Brakelights License plate light Rear turn Fog lights signals The license plate light uses an LED. If there is an LED which is not turned on, The fog lights use several LEDs.
Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse GL1800DA GL1800 External Fuse box cover External Fuse box cover Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and amplifier fuse amplifier fuse Replacing Fuses.” P. 158 Spare fuses Spare fuses ❙ Fuse Box Fuses 1. Remove the left side cover. P.
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Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse ❙ Ignition Main Fuse & ACC Main NOTICE Fuse If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical problem. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer. Ignition main fuse ACC main fuse Fuse case covers 1.
Information Information Keys ............P. 224 Software Upgrades .......P. 251 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features ..P. 232 Legal Information on Apple CarPlay ... P. 240 Caring for Your Vehicle......P. 242 Storing Your Vehicle ......P. 245 Transporting Your Vehicle ....P. 245 You &...
Releasing the fairing pocket in the Honda SMART Key. P. 203 The ID number of the Honda SMART Key is To make a duplicate key, take the key and on the ID tag. You can also unlock the key tag to your dealer or a locksmith.
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If the circuits are damaged, the Honda SMART Key, wipe it off system normally lasts about 2 years. Honda SMART Key will not allow you to immediately to avoid cracking or To get add additional Honda SMART Key, perform any operations.
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Direttiva 2014/53/UE. Per ulteriori dettagli, accedere al seguente Importer [ GHR-H015-R, GHR-H015-T ] in Übereinstimmung mit der URL:http://www.oae.omron.co.jp/rfequipdocs/bo/eudocy.html Richtlinie 2014/53/EU steht. Für Einzelheiten greifen Sie auf Honda Motor Europe Ltd - Aalst Office folgende URL zu:http://www.oae.omron.co.jp/rfequipdocs/bo/ Latviski [Latvian] Wijngaardveld 1 (Noord V) eudocy.html Ar šo uzņēmums OMRON Automotive Electronics Co.
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Keys Nederlands [Dutch] Slovenské [Slovak] български [Bulgarian] Hiermee verklaart OMRON Automotive Electronics Co. Ltd., dat Spoločnosť OMRON Automotive Electronics Co. Ltd. týmto С настоящия документ OMRON Automotive Electronics Co. [ GHR-H015-R, GHR-H015-T] in overeenstemming zijn met vyhlasuje, že [ GHR-H015-R, GHR-H015-T ] dodržiava Smernicu Ltd., декларира, че...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Automatic Brightness Control Other Features The tripmeters return to 0.0 when each The backlight brightness of the meter will read-out exceeds 9,999.9. be controlled automatically when “AUTO” Ignition Switch is selected on the brightness setting. Leaving the ignition switch in (On) or Ambient brightness is detected by the...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Български [Bulgarian] Español [Spanish] Audio System С настоящото Harman Automotive Electronic Systems (Suzhou) Por la presente, Harman Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение MKC AU е в (Suzhou) Co., Ltd declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico EU Directive съответствие...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Lietuvių [Lithuanian] Română [Romanian] Norsk [Norwegian] Aš, Harman Automotive Electronic Systems (Suzhou) Co., Ltd, Prin prezenta, Harman Automotive Electronic Systems (Suzhou) Herved Harman Automotive Electronic Systems (Suzhou) Co., patvirtinu, kad radijo įrenginių tipas MKC AU atitinka Direktyvą Co., Ltd declară...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features EU Directive Importer Tyre Pressure Monitoring System This Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Honda Motor Europe Ltd - Aalst Office (TPMS) (TPMS) complies with the RE (Radio Wijngaardveld 1 (Noord V) Your vehicle is equipped with a tyre Equipment) Directive (2014/53/EU).
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Français [French] Italiano [Italian] Magyar [Hungarian] Le soussigné, PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD., déclare que Il fabbricante, PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD. , dichiara che il PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD. igazolja, hogy a PMV-CE71 l'équipement radioélectrique du type PMV-CE71 est tipo di apparecchiatura radio PMV-CE71 è...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Latviski [Latvian] Româna [Romanian] Türk [Turkish] Ar šoPACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD. deklarē, ka radioiekārta Prin prezenta, PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD. declară că tipul PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD., şirketi PMV-CE71 ürünlerinin PMV-CE71 atbilst Direktīvai 2014/53/ES. de echipamente radio PMV-CE71 este în conformitate cu 2014/53/EU Direktifi ile uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features UAE only Morocco only AGREE PAR L’ANRT MAROC Numéro d’agrément : MR 14298 ANRT 2017 REGISTERED No: ER56407/17 Date d’agrément : 05/07/2017 DEALER No: DA0063612/11 Guyana only MADE IN JAPAN Jordan only PACIFIC INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD. TRC/LPD/2017/362 PMV-CE71 PAXPMVCE71...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Assist-slipper Clutch System Airbag System GL1800/B GL1800DA ❙ The assist-slipper clutch system helps to Event Data Recorders prevent the rear tyre from locking up when Your vehicle is equipped with one or more the deceleration of your vehicle produces a devices commonly referred to as event data strong engine braking effect.
AND HONDA HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL APPLICATION DATA, WHICH MAY BE LOST LIABILITIES, DESCRIBE THE KINDS OF USER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH AT ANY TIME; HONDA DOES NOT INFORMATION (INCLUDING, FOR RESPECT TO THE APPLICATIONS AND GUARANTEE THAT THE APPLICATIONS OR...
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APPLY EVEN IF THE ABOVE STATED REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HONDA OR ITS AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES...
Frequent cleaning and polishing is cloth. ● Do not use high-pressure washers: important to ensure the life of your Honda. 4. After the vehicle dries, lubricate any High-pressure water cleaners can A clean vehicle makes it easier to spot moving parts.
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Caring for Your Vehicle ● Do not direct water near the headlight. Aluminium Components Windscreen The headlight's inside lens may fog Aluminium will corrode from contact with Keep the windscreen raised after turning temporarily after washing or while dirt, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts off the electrical system to make it easy to riding in the rain.
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Caring for Your Vehicle Instrument Panel Exhaust Pipe and Muffler The instrument panel is coated with a The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless special surface treatment to prevent steel but may become stained by mud or reflection and glare. dust.
Storing Your Vehicle Storing Your Vehicle ● Transporting Your Vehicle After rain, remove the body cover and allow the vehicle to dry. If you store your vehicle outdoors, you If your vehicle needs to be transported, it ● Remove the battery ( P.
You & the Environment You & the Environment Recycle Wastes Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved Owning and riding a vehicle can be containers and take them to a recycling enjoyable, but you must do your part to centre.
Serial Numbers Serial Numbers Frame number The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your vehicle and are required in order to register your vehicle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. To check the frame number, remove the cover by releasing the clip.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Explanation Tyre Pressure Monitoring tyre failure. Under-inflation also reduces the system may not be able to detect or signal low tyre pressure as intended. fuel efficiency and tyre tread life, and may System (TPMS) Explanation affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety ability.
Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol may: ● Damage the painting of the fuel tank. Some conventional fuels blended with ● Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line. alcohol are available in some locales to help ●...
A replacement unit engine. Have your vehicle serviced as must be an original Honda part or soon as possible. equivalent.
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Software Upgrades Software Upgrades Audio/Navigation System Software and Map Software Upgrades Honda is continually expanding the scope of the Map software and the Audio/ Navigation System software. The softwares are updated to correspond with new version releases. For the software updates, contact your...
Specifications Specifications ■ Service Data GL1800BD/DA Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger ■ Main Components Front 130/70R18M/C 63H Minimum turning Tyre size 3.4 m (11.2 ft) GL1800BD 2,475 mm (97.4 in) radius Rear 200/55R16M/C 77H Overall length GL1800DA 2,575 mm (101.4 in) Displacement 1,833 cm (111.8 cu-in)
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Specifications ■ ■ Bulbs Torque Specifications Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil API Service Classification SG or higher, excluding oils Headlight Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Recommended marked as “Energy Conserving” or Brakelight Engine oil drain bolt A 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) engine oil “Resource Conserving,”...
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Specifications ■ Service Data GL1800/B Displacement 1,833 cm (111.8 cu-in) ■ Main Components Front 130/70R18M/C 63H Bore x stroke 73.0 x 73.0 mm (2.87 x 2.87 in) Tyre size Rear 200/55R16M/C 77H GL1800 2,575 mm (101.4 in) Compression ratio 10.5:1 Overall length GL1800B 2,475 mm (97.4 in)
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Specifications ■ ■ Bulbs Torque Specifications Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil API Service Classification SG or higher, excluding oils Headlight Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Recommended marked as “Energy Conserving” or Brakelight Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) engine oil “Resource Conserving,”...
Index Index A/M Switch........56, 123 Back Button .......... 52 Caring for Your Vehicle..... 242 Accessories ..........21 Back Switch ........54, 55 Catalytic Converter ......250 Adjustable Windscreen ...... 145 Battery......... 157, 165 Clock ..........27, 82 Air Cleaner.......... 163 Bluetooth ®...
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Honda SMART Key Does Not Fairing Pocket........138 Operate Properly......200 Helmet Holder........140 Gear Position Indicator......43 Honda SMART Key Indicator..49, 192 Helmet Holder Hanger ....140 Gear Shift Operation ......124 Honda SMART Key System ....60 Saddlebags ........137 Horn Button ........
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