20 Most Recent 1998 Honda GL 1500 SE Gold Wing Questions & Answers

You can remove 1 or more spark plugs, and pour about a table spoon of gas directly in the cylinders. Than put the plugs back in and try and start it. You may have to repeat this process 2-3 times, for the motor to stay running on its own. If it will not stay running then you have a fuel delivery problem, which could be clogged jets or a fuel pump.

does it start in neutral?

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First place to check is the fuse then the flasher relay as these don't last forever. Also check out your switch on the handlebars and make sure the contacts are all clean. It is unlikely to be the bulbs and holders as all 4 wouldn't fail at the same time. If you have noticed it was taking longer for the bulbs to react after activating the switch especially when cold, then that points to dirty contacts at the switch or relay.

There is a micro switch associated with the side lever. Replace it, don't bother to check it for it may check good and not be. I don't know why. It's also difficult to adjust properly. You will need a manual.

There seems to be a few ways to unlock the trunk, I looked on the web and found these on a Goldwing forum. 1. What you need to do is get a piece of stiff wire coat hanger etc bend the end into a fish hook then under were the lever is insert same into it and fish for the latch it runs across the inside of the trunk when you open the trunk remove the inner plate to get to the mechanism so you can see what's wrong the latch bar is about level with the trunk key lock. 2. Have you tried turning the key counterclockwise to the left to unlock the trunk. You should feel a slight spring resistance when you do this and the trunk should open. I can't take any credit for these replies I hope they help, good luck

Your reverse is battery powered I would suggest the battery is shot. You could try charging it and see it that helps but if the battery is nearing or over 2 years old I would get a new one. Remember to disconnect negative lead first to remove battery and connect positive lead first to refit. Also keep in mind do not use a car charger on a bike battery and never use a charger with more than 1 amp output. Bike batteries survive best on low current chargers. Final point never jump start your battery from another vehicle or other source. Good luck

I believe that a new gas cap is in order.

A little bit of Trans fluid and the seals, flushing the forks and some elbow grease and a shop manual is strongly advised. This is not a simple job but doable. I made a special tool out of PVC pipe for this task also. You really need a shop manual.

Under the seat on the left side attached to the frame. Real close to rear tire. Just a cute little thing.