How To Replace Headlight Bulb In Honda Goldwing GL1800

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Why spend $50 or more to have a headlight bulb replaced by a dealer? You can do the job yourself in under 15 minutes and Cruiseman will show you how!

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[senglish48]

Many thanks for this outstanding video. Watched the video, went to the store and bought the bulbs, came home and in 5 minutes had them changed. (Thankfully I do have small hands, that did help.) I changed the right bulb first and struggled a little replacing the spring, mainly because I'm terribly right handed. Left side was a piece of cake, changed in about a minute. Thanks again.

[cdikmen]

@senglish48 Gald you got some value from the video!

[skynut38]

Why are you burning out bulbs every six months? How many miles are you riding per year? I only have 7k on my bike. Thanks.

[cdikmen]

@skynut38 I ride about 12k per year, but still the bulbs seem to burn out quickly. It appears to be a problem on some Wings and not on others.

[SFCHiatt]

Great Info! That was much easier than I expected. Please keep the videos coming.

[DTProductions188]

Thanks! subscribed! ☺

[john3xv1]

Additional suggestions:

1. Tape the clip out of the way while inserting bulb so it can't swing into the hole area while inserting the new bulb.

2. Use a piece of flexible tubing to hold the bulb adapter by the prongs and guide it into the hole. Then put your other hand in and remove the tube before reinstalling the clip.

3. Place a large soft pad on the ground underneath in case you loose your grip on the bulb and it falls through to the ground. Less likely to damage filament.

[ROBTHOMP]

Thanks. I had one go out on my recent NE tour.

[john3xv1]

One additional suggestion: when bike was on side stand, clip kept swinging back into the opening when trying to insert new bulb. Use a piece of tape to hold the clip to the side temporarily until the new bulb is properly seated.

[moorgoon]

I may have missed it - but how does the metal clip go back on? just press it.

First bulb just went - around 45,000 miles - darn i thought these lasted forever.

[stumpjumperelite]

Thanks Cruiseman. This vid gave me the confidence to do this task myself. Ride on!