with 06 onward just tip the wheel to a 30' angle to carefully get it past the amp. up to 25 on the preload and put on stand put the bike on the centre stand with wood under the stand (app 2" thick) then preload back to 0, plenty of room then, just remove the normal way.
I personally would never lay the wing intentionally for any reason. just my opinion.
I have the velcro strap that can be used for "emergency brake" on front handle. Will that keep bike from rolling on me while I change out the rear tire? Great information video thanks for sharing.
Nice video. And yes putting it in gear will help, or just squeeze the front brake while lifting and it will not move. Pretty natural since your hand is there anyway.
@menormeh If you have an 08 US model GL1800, then you have to remove the power amp to get the wheel out the back. PITA!!! Laying it over is MUCH easier. Just because you wouldn't do this doesn't mean a thing. If you don't what to lay it over, don't. Who cares what you want to do? For those that WANT to lay their bike over, here are the instructions. MORON!
love it! no axle to have to hammer in and out, no brake caliper bracket to hold in place and no spacers that always seem to fall out at the wrong time.
@raymondrayban When you lay the bike over like this, the only parts that touch are the front and rear crash bars. The muffler, saddlebags, fairing and mirrors don't come in contact with the ground. Personally I use the rubber floor mats out of my truck. Excellent protection.
1-You should always tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern just like a car..
2-When picking the bike up, if you turn the key on and engage the reverse or put it in gear it will lock the rear wheel and prevent it from crawling / rolling on you. Just be sure to turn the key off prior to picking up the bike.
This video will save me about 2 hours when I change a rear tire. I have a trailer hitch on my 1800. I have to remove the hitch to pull out the rear wheel. Takes me about 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours to make the change. I too have a couple of spare wheels from trike conversions. I also agree that powder coating the wheels is the way to go.
How about putting the bike on the center stand, removing the allen bolts on the rear panel removing it taking one of the bolts out of the cross bar and rolling the wheel out the back.
Great video giving confidence in how easy it is to do routine tasks. We have a 7 to 8 month riding season here in Latvia, so the winter period (presently snow and -21C) is used to prepare for the next seaon. Thanks.
Nice video but the one thing that one should never do is jerk a torque wrench like you did. That will totally screw up the wrench to get an accurate torque reading. Always pull or push in a steady motion but never yank, pop or jerk the wrench on a bolt or nut.
@shooteraod That old wrench is only used because of its length. It has been retired from torque duties long ago, and I just use it as an extra long ratchet. Good advise to those that don't know, though!
Great video on how to change the rear tire .. I like the idea of having a spare rim with a tire already mounted too .. have to get me one of those somewhere.
Great how to on changing that back tire! Didn't know the bike could be lifted that easily. I bought a 2006 this year and just changed the cats for a set of Torq Loopz and what a difference! Have a great ride.
Do that once a day and you'll get really buffed up.
cybermasterdza 2 months ago
with 06 onward just tip the wheel to a 30' angle to carefully get it past the amp. up to 25 on the preload and put on stand put the bike on the centre stand with wood under the stand (app 2" thick) then preload back to 0, plenty of room then, just remove the normal way.
I personally would never lay the wing intentionally for any reason. just my opinion.
GoldwingDaz 4 months ago
I have the velcro strap that can be used for "emergency brake" on front handle. Will that keep bike from rolling on me while I change out the rear tire? Great information video thanks for sharing.
anglerdude1 5 months ago
Nice video. And yes putting it in gear will help, or just squeeze the front brake while lifting and it will not move. Pretty natural since your hand is there anyway.
96wx3 7 months ago
its a good idea - thank you
greetings from germany
1955HS 8 months ago
its a good idea - thank you
gratings from germany
1955HS 8 months ago
I agree with putting it in gear when standing the bike back up.
starwarsfanforlife 8 months ago
Thanks for the video!
starwarsfanforlife 8 months ago
Put it in gear when you pick it up so it doesn't roll out
denelvo 10 months ago
I've got an 08 and there isn't any problem with taking out the back while on the centre stand. I would never do this under normal circumstances.
menormeh 1 year ago
@menormeh If you have an 08 US model GL1800, then you have to remove the power amp to get the wheel out the back. PITA!!! Laying it over is MUCH easier. Just because you wouldn't do this doesn't mean a thing. If you don't what to lay it over, don't. Who cares what you want to do? For those that WANT to lay their bike over, here are the instructions. MORON!
dtbmjax 1 year ago
@KipBurbank Actually, a full gas tank will leak a little, but unless you leave it for weeks there is no oil problem.
pidjones 1 year ago
love it! no axle to have to hammer in and out, no brake caliper bracket to hold in place and no spacers that always seem to fall out at the wrong time.
maskedman72 1 year ago
Very good video, I learned something new. Thanks 197lbs ??? LOL
jgiralde 1 year ago
Wow, you're probably the smartest guy I know!
I bet you have your wonderful daughter help you bleed the breaks too!
jonesoc 1 year ago
well done nice vid but i personally would put more protection on the floor to stop any part of the bike getting scratched!...........
raymondrayban 1 year ago
@raymondrayban When you lay the bike over like this, the only parts that touch are the front and rear crash bars. The muffler, saddlebags, fairing and mirrors don't come in contact with the ground. Personally I use the rubber floor mats out of my truck. Excellent protection.
dtbmjax 1 year ago
I am impressed. Good video and some good comments. Big money savings DIY.
SuperPinklloyd 1 year ago
cool video thanks i have the 08 and was thinking about just this
rockd2011 1 year ago
Great video!! 2 things
1-You should always tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern just like a car..
2-When picking the bike up, if you turn the key on and engage the reverse or put it in gear it will lock the rear wheel and prevent it from crawling / rolling on you. Just be sure to turn the key off prior to picking up the bike.
This will save some Honda labor costs. Thx Huff
mikelhuff 1 year ago
Stinko's.....you should have known better!
JamieMurray250 1 year ago
This video will save me about 2 hours when I change a rear tire. I have a trailer hitch on my 1800. I have to remove the hitch to pull out the rear wheel. Takes me about 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours to make the change. I too have a couple of spare wheels from trike conversions. I also agree that powder coating the wheels is the way to go.
Thanks for the video.
MaxCruise73 1 year ago
nice!!!!
debuquis 1 year ago
Is it the same way for the 1500?
361Ross 1 year ago
@361Ross Saddly, no. It does not have the single-side swing arm of the 1800, so it has a through-axle.
pidjones 1 year ago
How about putting the bike on the center stand, removing the allen bolts on the rear panel removing it taking one of the bolts out of the cross bar and rolling the wheel out the back.
jarvispebo 1 year ago
@jarvispebo That's fine for an '01-'05, but the '06 and up have a big audio amp that prevents the wheel from rolling out the back.
dtbmjax 1 year ago
Thanks for the Video
heidebill 1 year ago
Nice, probably would be a good idea to put it in gear before lifting so it won't roll, I guess you could just pull the front brake lever also.
I don't think it get much easier than this.
1951abcd 2 years ago
Good video and 5 star for you
stsgw 2 years ago
Great video giving confidence in how easy it is to do routine tasks. We have a 7 to 8 month riding season here in Latvia, so the winter period (presently snow and -21C) is used to prepare for the next seaon. Thanks.
TheManInRiga 2 years ago
Nice video but the one thing that one should never do is jerk a torque wrench like you did. That will totally screw up the wrench to get an accurate torque reading. Always pull or push in a steady motion but never yank, pop or jerk the wrench on a bolt or nut.
shooteraod 2 years ago
@shooteraod That old wrench is only used because of its length. It has been retired from torque duties long ago, and I just use it as an extra long ratchet. Good advise to those that don't know, though!
pidjones 1 year ago
Wow THX.... Great video...
pillanatka 2 years ago
Great video on how to change the rear tire .. I like the idea of having a spare rim with a tire already mounted too .. have to get me one of those somewhere.
Thanks for taking the time .. and posting.
89knotayot 2 years ago
Forgot the rating. 5 stars. Nice job.
MadogBassin 2 years ago
Great how to on changing that back tire! Didn't know the bike could be lifted that easily. I bought a 2006 this year and just changed the cats for a set of Torq Loopz and what a difference! Have a great ride.
MadogBassin 2 years ago
good idea :-)
haimdror 2 years ago
~That was amazing...~~
ftele 2 years ago
Hey, not a bad idea. Gives me a thought next time I need to pull the rear wheel off mine.
Will this work for a 1984 Model (Aspencade)?
Safe Ride!
Safezone2 2 years ago
Great video, have an LT not a Wing but should be a similar process.
Seagull81 2 years ago