Contents

Motorcycle Safety P. 2

Operation Guide P. 18

Maintenance P. 136

Troubleshooting P. 172

Information P. 207

Specifications P. 233

Index P. 238

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For Navigation System operating instructions, refer to the Navigation System manual.

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The vehicle pictured in this owner’s manual may not match your actual vehicle.

GL1800BD is USA model only.

© 2017 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of a new When service is required, remember that Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a your Honda dealer knows your motorcycle Honda makes you part of a worldwide best. If you have the required mechanical family of satisfied customers who “know-how” and tools, you can purchase appreciate Honda’s reputation for building an official Honda Service Manual to help quality into every product. you perform many maintenance and repair tasks. 2 P. 228 To ensure your safety and riding pleasure: ● Read this owner’s manual carefully. Read the warranty information thoroughly ● Follow all recommendations and so that you understand the warranty procedures contained in this manual. coverage and that you are aware of your ● Pay close attention to safety messages rights and responsibilities. 2 P. 229 contained in this manual and on the motorcycle. You may also want to visit our website at www.powersports.honda.com. To protect your investment, we urge you to Canada www.honda.ca. take responsibility for keeping your Happy riding! motorcycle well serviced and maintained. Also, observe the break-in guidelines, and California Perchlorate Contamination always perform the pre-ride inspection and Prevention Act CR type batteries in this motorcycle may other periodic checks in this manual. contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very You will find important safety information Other important information is important. Operating this motorcycle safely in a variety of forms, including: provided under the following is an important responsibility. ● Safety labels on the motorcycle titles: To help you make informed decisions about ● Safety Messages preceded by a safety NOTICE Information to help you avoid safety, we have provided operating alert symbol and one of three signal damage to your motorcycle, procedures and other information on safety words: DANGER, WARNING, or other property, or the labels and in this manual. This information CAUTION. environment. alerts you to potential hazards that could These signal words mean: hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to DANGER warn you about all hazards associated with You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You HURT if you don’t follow instructions. must use your own good judgment. WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. CAUTION You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Motorcycle Safety

This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section carefully.

Safety Guidelines ...... P. 3 Safety Labels ...... P. 6 Safety Precautions ...... P. 10 Riding Precautions ...... P. 13 Accessories & Modifications...... P. 17 Loading ...... P. 17 Safety Guidelines

Safety Guidelines Before Riding Take Time to Learn & Practice Follow these guidelines to enhance your Make sure that you are physically fit, Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, safety: mentally focused and free of alcohol and practice riding in a safe area to become ● Perform all routine and regular drugs. familiar with how this motorcycle works Safety Motorcycle inspections specified in this manual. Check that you and your passenger are and handles, and to become accustomed ● Stop the engine and keep sparks and both wearing an approved motorcycle to the motorcycle’s size and weight. flame away before filling the fuel tank. helmet and protective apparel. Instruct ● Do not run the engine in enclosed or your passenger on holding onto the grab We recommend that all riders take a partly enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide rails or your waist, leaning with you in certified course approved by the in exhaust gases is toxic and can kill you. turns, and keeping their feet on the step Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). New boards, even when the motorcycle is riders should start with the basic course, and even experienced riders will find the Always Wear a Helmet stopped. advanced course beneficial. It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective For information about the MSF training apparel significantly reduce the number course nearest you, call the national toll- and severity of head and other injuries. So free number: always wear an approved motorcycle (800) 446-9227. helmet and protective apparel. 2 P. 10 USA Other riding tips can be found in the You and Your Motorcycle Riding Tips booklet that came with your motorcycle.

continued 3 Safety Guidelines

Ride Defensively Don’t Drink and Ride If You are Involved in a Crash Always pay attention to other vehicles Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one Personal safety is your first priority. If you or around you, and do not assume that other alcoholic drink can reduce your ability to anyone else has been injured, take time to

Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle drivers see you. Be prepared to stop quickly respond to changing conditions, and your assess the severity of the injuries and or perform an evasive maneuver. reaction time gets worse with every whether it is safe to continue riding. Call additional drink. Don’t drink and ride, and for emergency assistance if needed. Also Make Yourself Easy to See don’t let your friends drink and ride either. follow applicable laws and regulations if Make yourself more visible, especially at another person or vehicle is involved in the night, by wearing bright reflective clothing, Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition crash. positioning yourself so other drivers can see It’s important to keep your motorcycle you, signaling before turning or changing properly maintained and in safe riding If you decide to continue riding, first turn lanes, and using your horn when necessary. condition. the ignition switch to OFF, and evaluate the Inspect your motorcycle before every ride condition of your motorcycle. Inspect for Ride within Your Limits and perform all recommended fluid leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, and check the handlebars, Never ride beyond your personal abilities or maintenance. control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and Never exceed load limits (2 P. 17), and do slowly and cautiously. inattention can impair your ability to use not modify your motorcycle or install Your motorcycle may have suffered good judgment and ride safely. accessories that would make your motorcycle unsafe (2 P. 17). damage that is not immediately apparent. Have your motorcycle thoroughly checked at a qualified service facility as soon as possible.

4 Safety Guidelines

Emergency Shut-down Procedure for Carbon Monoxide Hazard WARNINGWARNING Motorcycles Equipped with Dual Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Clutch Transmission monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. Running the engine of your

GL1800BD/D/DA Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss motorcycle while in an enclosed or Safety Motorcycle Unlike standard motorcycles, or its manual of consciousness and may lead to death. even partially enclosed area can transmission sibling, the GL1800BD/D/DA cause a rapid build-up of toxic with dual clutch transmission does not have If you run the engine in confined or even carbon monoxide gas. a clutch lever that would provide you with partly enclosed area, the air you breathe an additional means to control the engine could contain a dangerous amount of Breathing this colorless, odorless gas power being transmitted to the rear wheel. carbon monoxide. can quickly cause unconsciousness Thus, in the unlikely event that you Never run your motorcycle inside a garage and lead to death. experience a stuck throttle or other or other enclosure. unintended application of power to the Only run your motorcycle's engine rear wheel, you should shut down the when it is located in a well engine by use of the engine stop switch ventilated area outdoors. (2 P. 52). By moving this switch to the (Stop) position, you will immediately stop the engine but maintain all electrical system functions, including lights and indicators.

5 Safety Labels

Safety Labels GL1800/D/DA Safety and information labels on your motorcycle provide important safety Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle information and may warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don’t remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a replacement.

6 Safety Labels

GL1800DA GL1800/D Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle

GL1800/D GL1800DA GL1800DA

continued 7 Safety Labels

GL1800B/BD Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle

8 Safety Labels Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle

9 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. ● Must fit comfortably but securely, with Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle ● Keep passenger's hands onto the grab the chin strap fastened ❙ Boots or Riding Shoes rails or your waist, passenger's feet on ● Face shield with unobstructed field of Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle the step boards while riding. vision or other approved eye protection protection ● Always consider the safety of your passenger, as well as other drivers and USA Look for a DOT (Department of ❙ Jacket and Pants riders. Transportation) certification label on any Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved helmet you buy. jacket and durable long pants for riding (or Protective Apparel a protective suit) Make sure that you and any passenger are WARNINGWARNING wearing an approved motorcycle helmet, Not wearing a helmet increases the eye protection, and high-visibility protective chance of serious injury or death in a clothing. Ride defensively in response to crash. weather and road conditions. Make sure that you and any passenger always wear an approved helmet and protective apparel.

10 Safety Precautions

Airbag System ● The airbag might deploy in a severe angled There are several situations in which the frontal collision, or in a sideswipe, or if the motorcycle airbag should not deploy. Four of the GL1800DA motorcycle underrides the rear of another more common situations are discussed here. This section describes some important safety vehicle. ● If a rider is traveling at a moderate speed precautions. For airbag system components Safety Motorcycle However, because there are many variables and has a minor frontal collision, such as and features, see “Airbag System.” 2 P. 64 in a collision, the airbag might not be able running into the rear of a car slowing down to reduce the severity of injuries to the ahead, or stopped at a traffic light, the rate The airbag system is an integral part of your rider. of deceleration should be low enough for motorcycle and is covered by your new vehicle ● The airbag might deploy if the front tire the rider to either stay on the motorcycle or warranty. drops into a sharp depression, such as a receive less than severe injuries to the head pothole, or strikes a hard raised object, or chest. The most important things you need to know such as a curb. ● Being struck in the side or rear by another about your airbag are: A brief high rate of deceleration can cause vehicle can result in very serious injuries. ● The airbag has a limited but very important the airbag to deploy, even though it would But since the sensors are attached to the role. not be needed. frame, such a crash cannot be detected by The airbag can reduce the severity of ● The airbag is designed to help protect the the sensors. Therefore, the airbag should injuries and help save your life in certain rider. not deploy, and it would not be helpful to severe frontal impacts. It cannot prevent all It is not designed to help protect a the rider even if it did deploy. injuries or deaths that can occur in a crash, passenger. ● Another situation that should not result in and some crashes are too severe for any ● The airbag is not intended to replace a airbag deployment is if the motorcycle safety feature or system to prevent death. helmet. slides out and goes down on a slippery ● The airbag is designed to deploy in a severe Helmets have proven effective in reducing surface. Again, the crash would not be head-on or nearly head-on frontal impact. the severity of head injuries in all types of detected or determined to be a severe The impact can be with another vehicle or crashes. So always wear a helmet, and frontal impact, and the airbag would not an object, such as a concrete highway make sure a passenger wears one as well. benefit the rider even if it did deploy. barrier. A severe frontal impact is one in which the rider would be thrown forward off the front of the motorcycle.

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● Finally, if the motorcycle 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 traveling in the same direction, as airbag cover or in the area between the Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle illustrated here, the airbag should not rider’s seat and the handlebars. deploy. This could prevent the airbag from deploying properly, or cause items to be propelled by the airbag and possibly hurt someone. ● Do not tamper with any system components, including the wires or connectors. Doing so could prevent the airbag system from operating properly or cause unintended airbag deployment and possibly serious injury. ● Do not attempt to remove any airbag components — even temporarily. This could result in unintended airbag deployment and injury.

What you should do: Follow all recommendations in this owner’s manual.

12 Riding Precautions ❙ Riding Precautions Brakes Combined ABS Your motorcycle is equipped with a brake Observe the following guidelines: system that distributes the braking force Break-in Period ● Avoid excessively hard braking and between the front and rear brakes. downshifting. Safety Motorcycle During the first 300 miles (500 km) of The distribution of the braking force is u Sudden braking can reduce the running, follow these guidelines to ensure applied to both front and rear brakes when motorcycle’s stability. your motorcycle’s future reliability and operating the lever and/or pedal. u Where possible, reduce speed before performance. For full braking effectiveness, operate both ● turning; otherwise you risk sliding out. Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid the front and rear brakes together. acceleration. ● Exercise caution on low traction surfaces. ● u The tires slip more easily on such Avoid hard braking and rapid down- The brake feel changes according to the surfaces and braking distances are shifts. selected riding mode. ● Ride conservatively. longer. 2 P. 118 ● Avoid continuous braking. u Repeated braking, such as when This model is also equipped with an Anti- descending long, steep slopes can lock Brake System (ABS) designed to help seriously overheat the brakes, prevent the brakes from locking up during reducing their effectiveness. Use hard braking. engine braking with intermittent use ● ABS does not reduce braking distance. In of the brakes to reduce speed. certain circumstances, ABS may result in ● For full braking effectiveness, operate a longer stopping distance. both the front and rear brakes together. ● ABS does not function at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h). ● The brake lever and pedal may recoil slightly when applying the brakes. This is normal. ● Always use the recommended tires to ensure correct ABS operation. continued 13 Riding Precautions

❙ Engine Braking Riding in Bad Weather Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle If you decide to ride your motorcycle in the down when you release the throttle. For rain, fog, or other bad-weather conditions, further slowing action, downshift to a Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle ride carefully. Wet road surfaces reduce lower gear. Use engine braking with traction, especially in turns, and increase intermittent use of the brakes to reduce stopping distances when you brake. speed when descending long, steep slopes. If the weather turns bad while you are ❙ Wet or Rainy Conditions riding, take extra care and do not use cruise Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and control. wet brakes further reduce braking efficiency. When riding in the rain, we recommend Exercise extra caution when braking in wet you adjust your windscreen height below conditions. eye level, if possible, for better visibility. If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes 2 P. 134 while riding at low speed to help them dry.

14 Riding Precautions

Parking ❙ Parking with the Side Stand or Center Refueling and Fuel Guidelines Stand ● Park on a firm, level surface. Follow these guidelines to protect the 1. Stop the engine. ● If you must park on a slight incline or engine, fuel system and catalytic converter: 2. Using the side stand loose surface, park so that the ● Use only unleaded gasoline. Safety Motorcycle Push the side stand down. motorcycle cannot move or fall over. ● Use recommended octane number. Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left ● Make sure that high-temperature parts Using lower octane gasoline will result in until its weight rests on the side stand. cannot come into contact with decreased engine performance. flammable materials. ● Do not use fuels containing a high Using the center stand ● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes concentration of alcohol. 2P. 227 GL1800/D/DA and other high-temperature parts until ● Do not use stale or contaminated To lower the center stand, stand on the they cool down. gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. left side of the motorcycle. Hold the left ● To reduce the likelihood of theft, always ● Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel handle grip and the left grab rail. Press lock the handlebars (2 P. 55) and leave tank. down on the tip of the center stand with your motorcycle 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. 3. Turn the handlebars fully to the left. 2 P. 56 uTurning the handlebars to the right Use of an anti-theft device is also reduces stability and may cause the recommended. motorcycle to fall. 4. Turn the ignition switch to (Lock). 2 P. 55 Then, leave your motorcycle while taking the Honda SMART Key with you. Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system if necessary. 2 P. 56

continued 15 Riding Precautions

Honda Selectable Torque Control Torque Control may not compensate for Tire Pressure Monitoring System rough road conditions or rapid throttle GL1800/D/DA (TPMS) operation. Always consider road and When the Honda selectable torque control Your motorcycle is equipped with a tire weather conditions, as well as your skills Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle (Torque Control) detects rear wheel spin pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that and condition, when applying throttle. during acceleration, the system will limit turns on every time you start to ride the If your motorcycle gets stuck in mud, snow the amount of torque applied to the rear motorcycle and it monitors the pressure in or sand, it may be easier to free it with the wheel based on the Torque Control level your tires while riding. Torque Control temporarily switched off. set according to the selected riding mode. 2 P. 31 Tire pressure sensor Torque Control will allow some wheel spin Temporarily turning off Torque Control also during acceleration at the lower Torque may help you maintain control and balance Control levels settings. Select a riding mode when riding on off-road terrain. that is appropriate for riding conditions. Always use the recommended tires to 2 P. 118 ensure correct Torque Control operation. Torque Control does not work during Valve stem deceleration and will not prevent the rear Each tire has its own pressure sensor. If the wheel from skidding due to engine air pressure of a tire becomes significantly braking. Do not close the throttle suddenly, low while riding, the sensor in that tire especially when riding on slippery surfaces. sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure indicator to turn on.

Modifying the TPMS on your motorcycle could make the systems ineffective.

16 Accessories & Modifications

Accessories & WARNINGWARNING Loading Modifications Improper accessories or ● Carrying extra weight affects your We strongly advise that you do not add any motorcycle’s handling, braking and modifications can cause a crash in Safety Motorcycle accessories that were not specifically which you can be seriously hurt or stability. designed or approved for your motorcycle killed. Always ride at a safe speed for the load by Honda or make modifications to your you are carrying. motorcycle from its original design. Doing Follow all instructions in this owner’s ● Avoid carrying an excessive load and so can make it unsafe. manual regarding accessories and keep within specified load limits. Modifying your motorcycle may also void modifications. Maximum weight capacity / your warranty and make your motorcycle Maximum luggage weight 2 P. 233, illegal to operate on public roads and Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar 235 ● highways. Before deciding to install to, your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced accessories on your motorcycle be certain not designed for these attachments, and and close to the center of the the modification is safe and legal. their use can seriously impair your motorcycle. ● motorcycle’s handling. Do not place objects near the lights or the muffler.

WARNINGWARNING Overloading or improper loading can cause a crash and you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.

17 (P151) (P160) (P159) (P160) (P159) (P154) (P151) (P167) (P126) (P152) (P127) (P15) (P165) (P134) Right side side cover Right Final driveoil drain bolt Final driveoil fill holecap saddlebag Right Seat Throttle grip brakeFront reservoir fluid Windscreen Front brake lever brakeRear fluid reservoir Fairing pocket Engine oil level gauge side cover head cylinder Right light cover fog Right Rear brake pedal Center stand GL1800/D/DA Parts Location Parts OperationGuide

Operation Guide 18 Operation Guide 19 (P60)

(P132) (P164) (P151) (P157)

(P166) (P130)

(P152) GL1800 (P155) (P129) (P158) GL1800D/DA (P167) (P151) (P112) (P155) (P64) GL1800D/DA (P155) (P126) (P152) (P129) GL1800/D GL1800 (P126) GL1800 (P163) Canada model only model Canada GL1800DA (P125) Left side cover cover Left side Coolant reserve tank Crankcase breathertube Clutch lever lever Clutch Clutch fluid reservoir caseShelter Airbag Fuel lid Travel trunk Left engine side cover Helmet holder Passenger seat heater switch Engineoil fill cap Left saddlebag Tool kit Side stand Engineoil drain bolts Shift lever Parking brake lever Engine oil filter oil Engine Left cylinder head side cover Left fog light cover Clutch oil filter GL1800/D/DA (P160) (P159) (P160) (P151) (P159) (P154) (P167) (P126) (P151) (P127) (P165) (P134) (P152) (P169) Rear suspensionspring preload adjuster Final driveoil drain bolt Final driveoil fill holecap saddlebag Right Seat Throttle grip brakeFront reservoir fluid Windscreen Front brake lever brakeRear fluid reservoir Fairing pocket Engine oil level gauge cover side head Cylinder Fog light cover Rear brake pedal Side cover GL1800B/BD

Operation Guide 20 Operation Guide 21 (P164) (P60) (P151) (P157) (P166) (P130)

(P152) GL1800B (P155) (P158) (P167) GL1800BD (P151) (P112) (P155) GL1800BD (P155) (P126) (P152) (P129) GL1800B (P129) GL1800B (P163) Canada model only model Canada (P125) Left cylinder head side cover Left fog light cover Engineoil drain bolts Clutch oil filter Engine oil filter oil Engine Crankcase breathertube Clutch lever fluid reservoir Clutch caseShelter Fuel lid Engineoil fill cap Left saddlebag Tool kit Side stand Shift lever Parking brake lever Left coverside engine Helmet holder Coolant reserve tank cover Left side GL1800B/BD s, s, (P41)

(excessive engine rpm range) engine rpm (excessive Tachometer red zone red Tachometer (P39)

INFO 3 display NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. zone. red the tachometer in the engine not operate Do can adversely engine affect speed life. engine Excessive Tachometer INFO 2 display (P34)

(P23)

INFO 1 display Shows ridingspeed in miles per hour (mph) and kilometer per hour (km/h). Multi-information display Multi-information Speedometer Display Check Whenignition the modesON,turned switch is and the all of segments digital will INFO 3 display show on the INFO 1, INFO 2 and and the openingandwill show symbol the on multi-information display. problems. check for dealer have your should, notIf the displaysthey showdo when Instruments

Operation Guide 22 Operation Guide 23 (P24) (P71) (P102) (P99) ™ Audio Source Navigation Phone Vehicle Setting Audio Setting Apple CarPlay To select a desired setting menu: ❙ mode. audio current the Enters ❙ Displays to the the (Refer navigation screen. Navigation System manual.) ❙ screen. phone Enters the ❙ setting menu screen. vehicle Enters the (P28) ❙ Enters the audio setting menu screen. (P73) ❙ Apple icon when Appears the menu CarPlay is available. Clock (P24) switch

ENT (P77) ENTER Clock (12-hour display) Interface dial ( ) ❙ clock: To set the Home Screen Home From this screen,to various you can go functions and setup options. switch is turned ON or When the ignition last. used the screen you see will you ACC, the Home screen: To return to are disabled or inoperable while the disabled or inoperable are vehiclein ismotion. cannot You a select until the vehicle is menu grayed-out stopped. When the ignition switch is turned ON or appears on message the CAUTION ACC, second. for a few the screen message. the CAUTION Read Multi-information DisplayMulti-information Your is equipped motorcycle with a multi- various presents that display information settings. functions and • functions manual and Certain settings switch

(Back) switch (Home) switch

ENT ENTER (Back) button

(Home) button button (Home)

To End the Setting Menu Interface dial ( ) ❙ screen: previous the To return Press or panel button on the center (Back) on the (Back) switch left handlebar. Home screen: the to To return Press or panel button on the center (Home) handlebar. switch on the left (Home) ) to set your selection. ) to set ) 4-way key switch 4-way switch located at the center of ENTER

ENT To Set Your Selection To Set To operate with the 4-way key switch on 4-way with the operate To the left handlebar: Press set your4-waytothe key switch selection. To operate with the 4-way key switch on key switch 4-way the with operate To the left handlebar: Press available choices.Some menus will only use /upthe and function. down / / the to select ❙ dial on the interface with the operate To ( center panel: Press you cannot operate you cannot Interface dial Interface To Select a Desired Menu Setting ❙ on the dial the interface with To operate center panel: Rotate possiblethe directionsthe eight to select move or dial) (Interface available choices. in Basic Operations Basic various the and set operate You can using the motorcycle of your functions center on the buttons dial and interface switches panel and/or on the left However, handlebar. panel by the center functions some motorcycle dial while the switches/Interface is in motion.

Operation Guide 24 Operation Guide 25 continued : : (P27) (P27) button, it will not be

INFO When your When your has motorcycle helpful notify you of. to information When your When your has motorcycle system you of. notify to information • System information When your motorcycle has information to motorcycle has information your When priority of, only the highest you notify information is displayed. information by Once you close an interrupt pressing displayed againthe until ignition switch is turned ON again. In the followingIn the bar cases, the information current from the change or will appear indication. • Helpful information button.

INFO Press button until button the desired information

INFO No indication audio Current source information fuel A Trip consumption B fuel Trip consumption Current Mileage Fuel Time Elapsed To change the change the audio To current source or information information, press vehicle is displayed. informationThe through bar cycles the as information follows: button,

INFO info., help info., or help info., info., button

Information bar INFO Normally, when you press when Normally, or information audio source the current vehicle information is displayed. Information Bar Information audio (current information various Displays info., vehiclesource system info.) on the information bar. the information info.) on system ElapsedTime Displays operating time since the engine minutes) : (hours started. was • returns to 00:00. Above 99:59: When the is turned OFF, ignition switch the is reset. time elapsed . (P36) Bar graph (P30) (P30) L/100km or km/L or L/100km , MPG (3 km/h): The bar graph is not activated. graph is not bar The (3 km/h): When “--.-” is displayed except for the for the except “--.-” is displayed When above-mentioned cases, your dealer to go service. for the unit: To change To reset the average fuel mileage: Current[Fuel Fuel Mileage Consumption (Inst.)] Displaysinstantaneous fuel mileage as the a bar graph in •your speed Whenis less than 2 mph isgraphexcept not activated When the bar the above-mentionedforyour cases, go to dealer for service. the unit: To change (Continued) 0.0 to 150.0 MPG (L/100 km or (L/1000.0 to km MPG 150.0 If more than 150.0 MPG (L/100 km or km (L/100 MPG 150.0 than If more displayed. is “--.-” km/L): tripmeter A or B is reset:When “--.-” is displayed. Vehicle Information Vehicle km/L) Display range: • Initial display: “--.-” is displayed. • • Instruments ❙ Fuel MileageAverage B)A/Trip (Trip (Avg.)] [Fuel Consumption Displays the fuel average since the mileage was reset. tripmeter individual will be fuel mileage The average calculated based on of the the mileage individual tripmeter.

Operation Guide 26 Operation Guide 27

(P184) Remedy Remedy

N (P110)

(P115)

Before pressing the start button, put the gear to to the gear start button, put the pressing Before ( Neutral the refer to “Starting lever. For information, more brake the indicator comes on) or Apply Engine.” Battery.” Honda SMART Key Refer to “Replacing the Before pressing the Walking Speed mode, apply the brake. “Walking Speed to information, refer For more mode.” Does System Honda SMART Key to “When the Refer Operate Properly.” Not (P170) Explanation Explanation Appears when when of Honda Appears the Key SMART battery is weak. Appears pressingwhen the Walking Speed mode the brake. applying switch without Appearspressingwhen button the start without the transmission while brake applying the gear. is in Appearswhen communication your between SMART Key is interrupted after motorcycle and Honda electrical system. the turning on Indication Indication GL1800BD/D/DA System Information Helpful Information Helpful ❙ ❙ (P24) GL1800D/DA Canada model only switch to change to select select to to change switch Off (deselected) Off

ENT Select Select [Idling stop], press and then or the (disable) (enable) or deselect function. screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Default: Idling Stop ❙ Idling Stop the enable/disable You can system. !a !b (P32)

switch to select

(P33) (P33) ENT (P24) (P32) (P33) On (selected) Select [Auto cancel turn signal], and [Auto cancel Select then press deselect (disable) the (enable) or or function. Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. Default: [Auto Illumination] Meter Dimmer Auto CancelSignal Turn a b • • / Night] [Day • Amp] [Ext. • [EQ1/EQ2] (Equalizer) • [Head light opening] ❙ turn signal can enable/disable You cancellation. automatic ! ! (P28) GL1800/D/DA (P31) (Continued) switch to set your selection. your set to switch

GL1800D/DA Canada model only

ENT GL1800/D/DA (P30) (P28) (P29) • [Units] • [HSTC] The vehicle settings contain the following: The vehicle • cancel [Auto turn signal] • [Idling stop] • [Suspension preload] Press or or Press Instruments Setting Vehicle You can configure thesettings. vehicle the with enabled are settings The vehicle ignition switchON. in The vehicle settings the are disabled while is in motion. motorcycle Rotate menu. a setting to select 4-way key switch or press / / / on the

Operation Guide 28 Operation Guide 29 Status icon (P24) Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Electrical Adjustable Suspension: (P168) !d luggage Rider only switch to set your your to set switch

Rider and luggageRider and (Minimum preload) (Minimum (Maximum preload) Rider and passenger Rider, passenger and passenger Rider, ENT The selected status icon on the icon on The selected status INFO 3 display flashesdisplay while transitioning setting modes. between Pressor selection. u The status icon comes status on The when the suspension adjustment is completed. Status iconcondition Riding The rear suspension adjustment suspension rear The provides adjustment settings. following the !c switch. GL1800/D/DA

ENT Rotate setting switch to select the key way or press according to the riding conditions. /4- on the press or Select [Suspension preload], and then press Suspension Preload Preload Suspension !b !a ❙ the rear adjust automatically You can suspensionspring preload accordingthe to riding conditionsselectingby four from the settings. pre-programmed spring preload suspension The rear adjustment changed can be onlywhen your motorcycle is stopped. ) °F or °C (P24) USA model switch to select the unit. switch °F ( °F ) /

switch.

Canada model ENT ENT Rotate switch to selectkey [Temperature]. or press / on the 4-way Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Select [Units], and then press or selected, press With [Temperature] or Selectable unit: Default: °C ( !d is gauge [AIR] temperature for air The unit changed in the INFO 1 display. The for units the speed set control cruise ([TRIP and available A/B] driving distance tripmeter odometer [TOTAL], A/B ), 1 display. changed in the INFO [RANGE] are average fuel for the units In addition, consumptionmileage [Fuel (Avg.)] and current fuel mileage [Fuel consumption (Inst.)] bar. in the information are changed Temperature for Air Unit the Change To [Temperature] Gauge !a !b !c ]. Distance ) km or Mile USA model (P24) (P24) Mile ( ) / switch. the unit. select switch to

Canada model In change conjunction with the of the unit for distance, unit the fuel for consumption switches“L/100km to or or “MPG” km/L” automatically. ENT ENT Rotate key switch to select [ or press / on the 4-way Return to the previous screen theor screen. Home Select [Units], and then pressSelect [Units], and then or pressWith [Distance] selected, or u Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. Selectable unit: Default: km ( c a c d b ! The units for average fuel mileage [Fuel [Fuel mileage average fuel units for The consumption and (Avg.)] fuel current [Fuel consumptionmileage (Inst.)] are bar. the information changed in theTo Change Unitfor Distance [Distance] ! ! ! ! USA model L/100km, km/L L/100km,or km/L MPG (Continued) switchthe desired until

MPG ( ) / L/100km ENT switch.

or Canada model ENT unit is displayed. With [Fuel consumption] selected, press Select [Units], and then press or Selectable units: Default: () Units !b To Change the forUnit Fuel Consumption [Fuel consumption] selectIf you want to “km/L” “L/100km” or be must “km” for fuel consumption, menuselected in the [Distance] in advance. When “Mile” distance is selected, only for “MPG” be selected. can !a Instruments ❙ fuel used for units the change You can and temperature distance, consumption, air pressure.

Operation Guide 30 Operation Guide 31 continued switch.

ENT Select [Auto meter dimmer illumination], and then press Rotate or switchkey to select [AUTO] (Auto or press adjustment) or your preferredlevel. / on the 4-way Auto Dimmer Meter Illumination Dimmer Auto ❙ theYoubrightness. backlight can select !a !b (P120) (P24) On (selected) switch to select (enable) or or (enable) select to switch

ENT Select [HSTC], and then pressSelect [HSTC], or deselect (disable) the function. Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. Default: GL1800/D/DA HSTC (Honda Selectable Control) Torque (Honda HSTC ❙ HSTC function. the enable/disable can You !a !b Honda SelectableHonda Torque Control (Torque Control): GL1800/D/DA ) PSI or kPa (P24) USA model switch to select the unit. switch to select PSI ( ) /

switch.

Canada model ENT ENT With [Air pressure] selected, press [Air pressure] selected, With or or the previous screen Return to the Home screen. Select [Units], and then press [Units], and Select or Rotate pressure]. [Air select to switch key or press / on the 4-way Default: Selectable unit: Selectable kPa ( The unit for air pressure gauge [Air Pressure] [Air Pressure] gauge for air pressure unit The display. INFO 1 in the is changed !c !d To Change the Unit for Tire Pressure Pressure for Tire Unit the To Change Gauge [Air pressure] !a !b Level 1 to 8, [Hold day 1 Level (P24) switch. Level4

ENT Rotate Rotate key switch to select [Hold day mode], or press [Hold night mode] oryour preferred level. / on the 4-way Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Select [Day / Night], and then press then and / Night], [Day Select or mode] or [Hold night mode] or [Hold night mode] Default: Setting range: !c !a !b Day / Day / Night ❙ for the timingcan select You changing the color map to the improve the visibility of map. changes system automatically The the map to color according the level. selected map selected, the isWhen [Hold day mode] color. with daytime displayed is always selected, the isWhen [Hold night mode] map is always displayed with nighttime color. (P210) Control: Control: Level 1 to 8 or [AUTO] Level 1 to 8 or (Continued) (P24) [AUTO] Return to the previous screen or the or screen to the previous Return screen. Home Setting range: Default: Instruments !c The display can become dark when the become dark when can The display displaynot restore the hot. If it does is very original brightness, contact your dealer. Automatic Brightness

Operation Guide 32 Operation Guide 33 switch to select

(P24) ENT On (selected) (enable) or deselect (disable) the (disable) (enable) or deselect function. screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home press or Select [Headlight opening], and then press Default: Head Light Head Opening !b ❙ headlight the enable/disable You can startup lighting when the ignition switch is turned ON. !a (P24) switch to change the

ENT or speakers speakers Select [EQ1] or [EQ2], and then press Select [EQ1] or [EQ2], equalizer curve. equalizer with 4 •[EQ1]: for models equipped with 2 •[EQ2]: for models equipped Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. EQ1/EQ2 (Equalizer)EQ1/EQ2 ❙ curves equalizer two select from can You to the according specifications of your vehicle (equipped4 speakers with or 2 speakers). !a !b (P24) Off (deselected) Off switch to select (enable) or

ENT deselect (disable) the function. deselect (disable) the or the previous screen Return to the Home screen. Select [Ext. Amp], and then pressSelect [Ext. Amp], and or Default: Ext. Amp !b !a ❙ enable/disableYou can when audiooutput an is amplifier external connected. amplifier, external an to installIf you want your dealer. contact SEL Press button. Press Cruise control speed &set display gauge Air temperature Available driving distance & Tire pressure gauge display Odometerdisplay Tripmeter & GL1800/D/DA button SET (P37) Available driving distance Available driving distance (P38) button button to move the cursor to a

(P37) SEL SEL GL1800/D/DA GL1800B/BD [RANGE] display [RANGE] display [RANGE] & Tire pressure gauge [FR/RR] pressure & Tire[RANGE] display • • Fuel gauge Display 1 the INFO Changing Press desired display. (P35) Fuel gauge (Continued) (P36) Available driving distance Availabledriving distance

Cruise control Cruise control &set speed display gauge Air temperature temperature gauge [AIR] display gauge [AIR] display temperature TRIP B] display GL1800/D/DA GL1800B/BD & Tire pressure gauge display display Odometer & TripmeterOdometer display INFO 1 displaythe contains following: •speed ( control set Cruise ) and Air • [TOTAL] Odometer [TRIP & Tripmeter A/ Instruments 1 Display INFO

Operation Guide 34 Operation Guide 35 (P121) 14 to 122°F (−1050°C) to flashes Cruise Control Set (Speed is control cruise the set for The speed ) displayed. If the cruise control set speed does not “---” is displayed. memorized, CruiseControl: • “---” is displayed 13°F (−11°C): Below • Above 122°F(50°C): 50°C 122°F or incorrect be may readout The temperature heat. reflected due to low speeds at Air Temperature Gauge [AIR] Gauge Air Temperature Displays ambient temperature. Display range: button

SET SET button to select the cruise button to select button to the cursor to move

Air temperature gauge temperature Air Press button. Press SET Cruise control(Cruise set speed ) SEL the cruise control set speed and air set the cruise control temperature gauge display. Press or air temperature set speed control gauge. Press Cruise Cruise Control Set (Speed [AIR] Display Gauge temperature ) & Air !b !a ❙ To select cruise control speed set or Air Press gauge, temperature cruise control set the cursor is at when Air temperaturespeed and gauge display. Available driving driving Available distance display SEL Press button. Press Cruise & set speed control gauge display Air temperature Odometer & Tripmeter display GL1800B/BD button while tripmeter A is tripmeter A button while B is button while tripmeter

SET SET To Resetthe Tripmeter and Average Mileage Fuel ❙ To reset tripmeter A and average fuel fuel average and A tripmeter To reset and A), press on tripmeter mileage (based hold the displayed. fuel and average B tripmeter To reset B), press and mileage (based on tripmeter hold the displayed. (P36) button to select the select button to button to button to the cursor move

SET SEL the odometer, tripmeter A and and A tripmeter the odometer, B display. tripmeter Press Press B. tripmeter A or tripmeter odometer, a b ! ! Odometer [TOTAL] Odometer Total distance ridden. to your go When “------” is displayed, dealer for service. TripmeterA/B [TRIP A/B] was tripmeter ridden since the Distance reset. is displayed, go to your When “----.-” dealer for service. To resetthe tripmeter: Odometer [TOTAL] Odometer SET Tripmeter [TRIP B] Tripmeter (Continued) Press button. Press button when the cursor is at the is cursor the button when

SET Tripmeter [TRIP A] Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] Tripmeter [TOTAL]Odometer & Display Odometer and Tripmeter display. and Tripmeter Odometer Instruments ❙ A or B, or Tripmeter Odometer To select Press

Operation Guide 36 Operation Guide 37 “---” is displayed. When the calculateddistance is below 3 mile (5 km) or the amount of gal 0.26 US is fuel below remaining liters): (1.0 When “---” is displayed When “---” except for the above-mentioned cases, go to your dealer for service. AvailableDriving Distance [RANGE] can you distance the estimated Displays fuel. on the remaining travel The indicated available driving distance is calculatedbased conditions, on the driving be always not and the indicated may figure available distance. the actual • Initial display: “---” is displayed. • button to select the available the to select button button to button to the cursor move

SEL SET driving distance, front tire pressure driving distance, pressure gauge. tire gauge or rear the available distance driving tire and pressure gauge display. Press Press !b !a RR]

button

SET FR/RR] Display

SET Press button. Press Rear tire pressure gauge [ Rear tire pressure Available driving distance [RANGE] distance driving Available Front tire pressure gauge [ FR] GL1800/D/DA Available DrivingAvailable Distance [RANGE]& Tire [ Gauge Pressure GL1800/D/DA GL1800B/BD ❙ Available isdriving distance only displayed. To driving select Available distance, Tire gaugepresspressure or RR, FR when the cursor is at the Available driving driving at the Available is when the cursor display. gauge Tire pressure and distance 1st (E) segment (P179) (P44) Fuel Gauge ❙ segment 1st (E) only when fuel Remaining gal approximately flashing:starts US 0.92 (3.5 liters) low fuel indicator the same time, the At comes on. a repeat in flashes gauge fuel If the pattern or turns off: The indicated tire pressures may fluctuate fluctuate may pressures tire indicated The when riding because the tire pressure varies to the according temperature. tire pressureThe shown the display on may be slightly differentfrom the tire actual gauge. by a tire measured pressure as between difference is a significant there If low tire pressure or if the values, two the indicatorindicator do not go off and TPMS to the the tire have inflated you after system have the specified pressure, dealer. checked by a the for except When “---” is displayed above-mentioned cases,to your dealer go service. for (Continued) 0 to 59 PSI (0 to 405 0 to 59 PSI (0 kPa) GL1800/D/DA Always use the front/rear recommended Always use the tire pressure the correct tires to ensure reading. Instruments Tire Pressure Gauge [ FR/RR] tire. the selected for pressure tire Displays tire the does not monitor The system about 16 mph below pressure speed at until the is displayed “---” (25 km/h). reached. speed is specified Display range:

Operation Guide 38 Operation Guide 39 continued (P181) switch positionswitch from is changed to (Run) switch in ON. ignition position(Stop) with the stop switch engine ON with the turned the in (Stop) position. is upright on the stand. “ stop engine the when flashes ” “ when flashes switch is the ignition ” wheel leaves the ground. front The You while motorcycle turn the wheel the u u if: The indicator may flash u u This is normal. To operate the again, system to OFF, and then to switch ignition turn the ON again. “If indicator while riding: position the gear in is blinking ” Neutral Reverse 1st gear Forward 7th gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear 2nd gear Shifting failure Gear position indicator Gear position Indication Gear position Gear Position IndicatorGear GL1800BD/D/DA ❙ is shown in the gear position gear The position indicatoras follows: (P40)

(P40) (P39) (P40) Idling Stop OFF indicator Riding mode indicator mode Riding D (AT indicator MODE) GL1800D/DA Canada model only GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800BD/D/DA Idling Stop OFF indicator ( ) mode indicator (Walking Speed (P40) ) D (AT MODE)D (AT indicator ( ) Walking Speed Speed Walking mode indicator Gear position Gear position indicator • • INFO 2 displaythe following: contains • indicator position Gear • Riding mode indicator • INFO 2 Display INFO (P115) Walking IndicatorSpeed Mode ( ) GL1800BD/D/DA ❙ on whenComes in Walking mode. Speed Mode: Speed Walking ) ) (P118) (P61) Riding Indicator Mode D (AT MODE) Indicator ( ( Indicator OFF Stop Idling GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800D/DA Canada model only Comes on briefly when Comes the ignition switch is turned ON. on when the Comes Idling Stop system is off. Idling Stop system: ❙ to "RidingRefer Mode" ❙ (P114) ❙ Comes on when AT MODE is selected. Neutral 1st gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse* 2nd gear Shifting failure Shifting (Continued) Except GL1800B USA model Indication position Gear GL1800/B * “shifted properly. when flashes ” transmission is the not Instruments

Operation Guide 40 Operation Guide 41 & Saddlebags Right saddlebag saddlebag Right segment GL1800/D/DA “OPEN” indicator GL1800/D/DA Trunk segment Left saddlebag segment Travel Trunk IndicatorOpen ❙ component(s) open of The segment(s) indicator when with the "OPEN" flashes and/or travel trunk your motorcycle’s saddlebags are open. open Travel trunk open Saddlebag

(P42)

() () (P180) () 6th (H) segment (P174) GL1800/D/DA GL1800/D/DA GL1800/D/DA Rider seat Rider indicator heater indicator seat heater Passenger Suspension indicator preload (P43) (P43) Coolant Gauge (Temperature ) If the all segments flashes: • • • ❙ the specified over When the coolant is flashes the 6th (H) segment temperature, indicator the high coolant temperature and comes on. If the 6th (H) segmentflashes while riding:

() () & Saddlebags & Saddlebags Rider seat heater Rider seat heater indicator Handle grip heater Handle indicator (P42) Suspension preload indicator Passenger seat seat heater Passenger indicator (P41) GL1800/D/DA Travel trunk & Saddlebags & Saddlebags trunk Travel open indicator Side stand stand Side indicator (P42) (P41) open indicator Coolant temperature gauge Coolant temperature •indicator grip heater Handle • gauge temperature Coolant • trunk Travel • stand indicator Side INFO 3 Display INFO 3 displayINFO following:the contains Rider seat heater indicator ( indicator seat heater Rider ) GL1800/D/DA Rider Rider IndicatorSeat Heater ( ) (P180) ❙ on is heater rider seat the on when Comes level. selected heater the and indicates has 5 levels. heater The rider seat indicator seat heater rider the When service. for to your dealer go flashes, To operate the rider seat heater: (P132) blinks: indicator heater seat rider the If (P179) Handle grip heater indicator ( indicator heater grip Handle ) Handle Indicator Grip Heater ( ) ❙ is grip heater handle the on when Comes indicateson and heater the selected level. has 5 levels.heater handle grip The indicator grip heater When the handle for service. dealer go to your flashes, To operate the handlegrip heater: (P131) If the handlegrip heaterindicator blinks: (Continued) “STAND” Side stand segmentSide stand Side Stand IndicatorSide Stand Instruments ❙ with the flashes segment stand The side down. is put stand the side when "STAND" It goesoffsideraised. is stand when the

Operation Guide 42 Operation Guide 43 able Suspension: GL1800/D/DA SuspensionPreload ( Indicator ) ❙ selected Shows spring suspension rear preload. flashes indicator The while transitioning modes. between setting except for the indicator flashes When the above mentioneddealer to your cases, go service. for Electrical Adjust (P168) (P180) Passenger seat heater indicator ( indicator seat heater Passenger ) GL1800/D/DA Passenger Seat Heater Seat Passenger Indicator ( ) (P133) passenger seatIf the heaterindicator blinks: When the passenger seat heater indicator indicator passenger seat heater When the flashes, go to your dealer for service. passengerTo operate seat the heater: ❙ Comes on when seat heater passenger the is on. (P178) have set a speed for have set a (P121) (P121) TPMS indicator CRUISE SET indicator CRUISE Low tire pressure indicator pressure Low tire CRUISE MAIN indicator Comesbriefly on whenignition the switch is turned ON. comes on: If the indicator (P177) Comes on if you if Comes on cruise control. Cruise Control: Comesbriefly on whenignition the ON. switch is turned on or flashes: indicator comes If the Comeswhen you press on switch. (cruise control main) Cruise Control: your dealer check for problems. for dealer check your Left turn signal indicator signal turn Left (P125) Low fuel indicator when low fuel indicator comeson:US gal (3.5 0.92 liters) If one If one of these indicators should, have it does on when not come If the indicatorIf the comes on: • Comesbriefly on whenignition the switch isturnedON. •the fuel tank. Remaining fuel in left fuel is only reserve there when Comes on Indicators

Operation Guide 44 Operation Guide 45 (P178)

(P175)

tion indicator (P176)

(P175)

Low oil pressure indicator pressure oil Low GL1800DA Comes on when the ignition switch Comes on when the off when the Goes ON. turned is engine starts. comes on while If the indicator running: is engine Injection) malfunc lamp (MIL) PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel (Programmed PGM-FI Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned ON. while comes on indicator If the running: is engine AIRBAG indicator AIRBAG indicator Comes on Comes on briefly when ignitionthe isswitch turned ON. the indicator comeson while riding: If Key SMART Honda indicator High beam indicator

Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned ON.switch is turned the ignition when on briefly Comes When the Honda SMART Key Indicator Flashes: (P55) (P177)

GL1800BD/D/DA Clutch temperature indicator Clutch temperature Steering indicator lock Comes on briefly while the briefly Comes on steering lock is activating. Steering lock: Comes on briefly when the ignition Comes on briefly when isswitch turned ON. while on flashes indicator If the riding: (P61)

(P124)

(P178)

: GL1800D/DA Canada model only Hill start assist start assist (HSA) Hill indicator Right turn signal indicator turn signal Right Idling Stop indicator Idling Stop indicator Comes on in white to Comes on amber when the ignition switch is turned ON. Goes speed off when your km/h). (5 mph 3 approximately reaches Hill start assist: If the indicator comes on in amber while riding Comes on briefly Comes when the ignition on briefly switch is turned ON. Stop system: Idling on while riding: Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission transmission when the Comes on in Neutral. is (Continued) GL1800/D/DA GL1800/D/DA Torque Control OFF indicator Torque Control OFF Torque Control indicator Control Torque ON. Goes off when your speed reaches speed your off when ON. Goes approximatelyto indicate3 mph km/h) (5 Torque Control work. is ready to Comes on when Torque Control is turned Control Torque Comes on when off. If the indicator comes (P176) • turned ignition switch is on when the Comes • BlinksControlwhen Torque is operating. Indicators

Operation Guide 46 Operation Guide 47 (P60) GL1800BD/D/DA Parking brake indicator indicator Parking brake Comes on as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake lever.

mph (5km/h). High coolant temperature indicator Combined indicator ABS Combined Comes on briefly when the ignition switch ignition switch the when Comes on briefly is turned ON. riding: while on comes indicator If the Comes on when the ignition when the Comes on is switch your speed ON. Goes off when turned reaches approximately 3 If the indicator comes on while riding: while on comes indicator If the (P174) (P175)

(P24) (P34) (P25) (P36) GL1800/D/DA button button (Rider seat heater) button

(Back) button (Back) SET INFO Press to select the desired display Press adjust the to seat heater level. rider (P132) or to reset the tripmeter. the tripmeter. or to reset Press Press to return the previous screen. Press to display the information Press to bar on display the information display. multi-information the (P71) button

Press to switch the audio output source. (P24)

ENTER (P34) (P131) (P24) in eight the possible directions to button (Home) button (Handle grip (Handle heater) button

select available choices. select the SEL Basic Operations: Press to move the cursor on the the on cursor the Press to move INFO 1 display. Interface dial (Interface • Rotate or move dial) (Interface ) • Press (Enter) to set your selection. Press to return to the Home Press to return to the screen. Press to adjust the handle grip grip the handle Press to adjust heater level. Center Panel Center Switches

Operation Guide 48 Operation Guide 49 ON ACC (Lock)

OFF (P55)

(P56) Locks steering. Turns engine off. on for starting/riding. Turns electrical system on for the audio system system Turns electrical accessories. and other (P57)

: Turning the ignition switch clockwise. switch counterclockwise. : Turning the ignition (Lock) OFF ON ACC Ignition switch Ignition steering. the locks on/off, the electrical system Switches is activated SMART Key the Honda that Make sure and enter the operating range. operating the and enter (P114) (P114) (P115) (P115) forward during theforward during Walking Speed mode. backward during the Walking Speed mode. Shift up switch (+) up Shift • Pull gear. up a to shift •motorcycle the Pull to move Shift down switch (-) Shift down switch • gear. Press down a to shift •motorcycle the Press to move (P24) (P71) (P28)

(P115) (P24) (P24) (P134) (P88) switch

(Home) switch switch to set your selection. (Back) switch

ENT Press to return to the to Press Home screen. return to the to Press previous screen. (Source/Private Mode) switch ENT Windscreen adjusting lever adjusting Windscreen private mode.

directions to select the available choices.availableselect directions the to • Press to changeaudio the mode. • Press and hold to enable/disable the Push up or down to adjust the windscreen height. 4-way key/ • key 4-way theinthe switch Press /•Press / / Walking Speed mode switch Speed Walking

Press to enter Walking Speed the mode. (P101) Turn signal switch (P102) (Continued) You can manually cancelturn the by signal pressing the switch in. is changed. the turn signal stops at which timing the cases, some In operation. cancellation correct automatic tires to ensure the recommended Always use : Flashes the high To enable or disable the turn signal automatic cancellation: automatic signal the turn disable or enable To • the turn. when you complete The stop turn signal will automatically •ridingstops131m). (120after yards after 7 seconds or automatically signal turn change, the lane used for a When u u u : High beam : Low beam lever

Horn button (Voice control) switch (Voice control) beam headlight. beam is available. end a call. GL1800BD/D/DA VOL Headlight dimmer switch dimmer Headlight • • • Push up or down to audio adjust the system volume. (P71) • Starts Siri if Apple CarPlay • Press to receive, reject or Left handlebar Left Switches

Operation Guide 50 Operation Guide 51 (P117) (P88) (P24) (P71) (P24) (P117) (P24) Except GL1800B USA model (P28)

(P134) reverse mode. Except GL1800B USA model switch

(Source/Private Mode) switch (Source/Private Reverse mode switch (Home) switch switch to set your selection. your selection. switch to set (Back) switch Windscreen adjusting lever adjusting Windscreen

ENT Press to enter the Press to enter • mode. to enable/disable the private hold and Press • Press to change the audio mode. Press to return to the Home screen. the Home return to to Press screen. return to the previous to Press Push up or down to adjust the windscreen height. ENT to select available choices. to select the Reverse button

4-way key/ •the switch 4-way key the in Press /•Press / / directions While pressing the the switch, your up will back While pressing motorcycle in the mode. reverse (P101) Turn signal switch (P102) You can manually cancelturn the by signal pressing the switch in. is changed. turn signal stops the at which timing the cases, some In operation. cancellation correct automatic tires to ensure the recommended Always use : Flashes the high To enable or disable the turn signal automatic cancellation: automatic signal the turn disable or enable To • the turn. when you complete The stop turn signal will automatically •ridingstops131m). (120after yards after 7 seconds or automatically signal turn change, the lane used for a When u u u : High beam : Low beam lever

Horn button (Voice control) switch (Voice control) beam headlight. beam is available. end a call. GL1800/B VOL Headlight dimmer switch dimmer Headlight • • • Push up or down to audio adjust the system volume. (P71) • Starts Siri if Apple CarPlay • Press to receive, reject or (P61) (P110) Canada model only model Canada Idling stop button stop button Idling Press to switch the Idling Stop the Idling Press to switch offon or while enginesystem is running. In an emergency, In an emergency, toswitch the the engine. to stop (Stop) position the button to start the start Press engine. u Engine stop switch/Engine stop button Start in the remain Should normally (Run) position. u u

(P118)

(P114) (P114) N switch Shifts in Neutral. D switch AT MODE. in Shifts to drive lever Cruise control to set the down or Push up speed adjust the or set speed. (P121) button MODE Changesthe riding mode. Cruise control main switch Press to activate the cruise control system. system. the cruise control Press to activate (P121) (P114)

(Continued) Hazard switch GL1800BD/D/DA The signalscontinue flashing with the ignition switch in OFF or switch (Lock) after the hazard is on. Right handlebar Right A/M switch MODE between AT Shifts andMODE.MT Switchable when the ignition switch is Switchable when to off regardless Can be turned ON. of the ignitionposition. switch u Switches

Operation Guide 52 Operation Guide 53 (P110) (P121) In an switch to the emergency, (Stop) position to stop the engine. to start the button start the Press engine. Engine stop switch/ Engine stop button Start remain in the normally Should (Run) position. u u Cruise control lever Push up or down to set the speed or adjust the set speed. (P121) Cruise control main switch Press to activate the cruise control system. system. control the cruise Press to activate (P118)

button Hazard switch The signals continue flashing with OFF or ignition switch in the the hazard switch is on. (Lock) after GL1800/B Switchable when the ignition switch is ON. Can be turned to off regardless position.of the ignition switch u MODE Changes the ridingChanges mode. (P56) The LED informs you The LED informs you of current status of SMART the Honda Key System. LED (P59) This button is used to activate Honda deactivate the or also to and system Key SMART status. the activation confirm (P56) ON/OFF button Answer back button When pressing and holdingthe the electrical system with button off, your motorcycle informs you flashingof its locationthe turn by signal lights and sounding the horn.

(P126) (P127) Honda SMART Key Honda SMART Press this button to unlock the to unlock this button Press trunk, saddlebagstravel and fairing pocket. UNLOCK button UNLOCK GL1800/D/DA (Passengerseat heater)switch (Continued)

(P133) Turn to adjust the passenger seat heater level. heater seat passenger to adjust the Turn Passenger seat Passenger Switches

Operation Guide 54 Operation Guide 55 and enter enter and the (P57) (P56) The steering is unlocked is unlocked The steering automatically. operating range. operating Make sure that the Honda SMART Honda SMART the that sure Make is activated switchignition theTurn clockwise. u Unlocking ❙ !a !b (P49) Steering lock indicator The steering lock indicator comes on is the steering briefly and automatically locked. lockthe steering indicator If blinks steering sounds, the alarm the and completely has not been locked because the steering was not positionedthethe way toall left or right. the reposition this occurs, If all the way handlebars to left or the ignition the turn switch then right, can steering counterclockwise (The the locked by positioning it all be also the while or right way to the left alarm sounding). is Turn the ignition switch to OFF. switch to the ignition Turn the way to the the handlebars all Turn left or right. Turn the switch ignition counterclockwise. u u Locking ❙ a b c Ignition switch c ! a ! b ! When using a U-shaped wheel lock or wheel lock a U-shaped When using not to damage careful be similar device, wheels. the Steering Lock Steering help to when parked the steering Lock theft. prevent is device similar or wheel lock A U-shaped also recommended. u LED ON/OFF button Honda SMART Key Honda SMART system authentication performed. can be Key Honda SMART system authentication can not be performed. To Switch the Honda SMART Key SMART Honda the To Switch SystemDeactivation to Activation or theTo Check SMART Honda Key System Status Blinks 3 times: (activation) Lights briefly: (deactivation) Activate Activate or Deactivatethe Honda System Key SMART ❙ ❙ Press and hold and Press ON/OFF the button for more than 1 second. the ON/OFF for Press button less than 1 second. The LED of the Honda SMART Key willstatus. show the Key: Honda SMART When the LED of the Honda SMART Key System Key SMART Honda you allows system Key SMART The Honda motorcycle. the to operate authentication two-way runs a The system Honda motorcycle and the between the it is the registered verify to SMART Key Key. Honda SMART low- uses system Key SMART The Honda medical waves. It may affect intensity radio pacemakers. cardiac equipment such as a

Operation Guide 56 Operation Guide 57 continued (P56)

activate the Honda activate the Honda Anyone can operate the ignition switch and switch ignition the operate can Anyone Key SMART Honda your if engine the start operatingyour range of is within the other you are on if even motorcycle, you will be or window. If of a wall side away from but your your motorcycle Honda system’s will still be within the SMART Key Honda the deactivate range, operating system. SMART Key or De Activate SMART Key System The systemThe when can be operated the shaded the within is Key SMART Honda illustration. the shown in area ess communication ess communication low or depleted. low or noise, waves or strong radio generate stations, radio power such as TV towers, stations, airports. or wirel or a laptop with deviceor mobilephone.a radio as such metal by with or is covered contact objects. Operating Range Operating low- uses system Key SMART The Honda itsradio Therefore waves. intensity operating range may becomeor wider system Key SMART the Honda or narrower, may not following work properly in the environments. •is battery SMART Key the Honda When •that nearby facilities there are When •SMART Key you carry the Honda When • When the Honda SMART Key comes into (P184) or switch (P57) (P56) (P49)

(Lock). The windscreen moves to the lowest to windscreen moves The position automatically. u range operating Leave the Key SMART Honda Turn the the Turn the Honda the Key SMART system to deactivation. To Turn Off the Electrical Off To Turn System !b ❙ !a switch is the ignition sure Always make OFF. SMART Key System If the Honda Does Not Work Properly (P49) (P57) Honda SMART Key SMART Honda (P58) The electrical system activates electrical system activates The and the engine can be started. u Make sure that the Honda SMART Key SMART the Honda that Make sure operating and enter the activated is motorcycle. for the range Turn the ignition switch to ON. To Activate the Electrical the System To Activate Whenever you leave your motorcycle, turn motorcycle, your you leave Whenever ignitionthethe lock OFF and switch to steering. Operating the Ignition Switch the Operating ❙ a b (Continued) and (P58)

(P55) (P67)

(P110)

(P126)

Except GL1800DA GL1800/D/DA other accessories. and fairing pocket • Opening the travel trunk, saddlebags You should always keep the Honda SMART You should always keep andonwhen youKey on your person get or while riding. off the motorcycle in the Honda SMART Key the Do not place (trunk travel shelter case (pocket. the motorcycle ON, If the ignition switch is saddlebags, ), operatedeven by a person who can be SMART verified Honda does not have a ) or fairing Key. •system electrical the Activating • the engine Starting •system the audio Operating Honda SMART Key System Key SMART Honda in possessionAnyone SMART Honda the of if operations the following perform Key can the is within Key SMART the Honda system’s operating range: • the lock Unlocking steering

Operation Guide 58 Operation Guide 59 (P49)

The answer back function system will not back answer The ON. is switch when the ignition days have passed the after the 30 When ignition switch is turned to OFF or the after Key is SMART of the Honda buttons operated, system willthe answer back no To reset system, the turn operate. longer OFF. then and switch ON once the ignition To turn the ignition switch ON Operation NOTICE When the battery in the motorcycle is weak, the answer in the motorcycle When the battery back system may not function. ❙ and hold the Press back answer on button Honda the Key. SMART u u u Answer back button Answer Back System Back Answer find to a device is back system The answer When you of your motorcycle. the location and press the hold answer back on button the ignition with SMART Key the Honda or switch OFF the informs you location by blinking the motorcycle (Lock), your signalturn lights, and soundinghorn the three times. usesThe answer back system low-intensity medical affect may waves. It radio pacemaker. cardiac equipment such as a Squeeze Lightly pull Release Front brake lever brake Front Release: Pull Apply: Parking Parking lever brake (P162)

Before riding, check that the parking check that riding, Before make off and is turned indicator brake is fully brake the parking sure that rear is not drag on the so there released wheel. The parking brake lock will not function will brake lock parking The if the brake parking is not adjusted properly. Make sure the parking brake lever is brake lever the parking sure Make riding. before released GL1800BD/D/DA To release the parking brake: parking To release the Releasebrakelightlythe parking lever by pulling lever. in the u To apply the parking brake: To apply the lever and pull the brake front the Squeeze to lock parking the brake lever back rear wheel. u Parking Brake Parking Lever Brake Parking when is applied brake parking the Be sure warming up the engine. parked and u

Operation Guide 60 Operation Guide 61 IdlingindicatorStop IdlingStop indicator on when comes the Idlingsystem Stop becomes ready theto stop engine while riding. Idling when the flashes Stop indicator isengineby stopped the Idling Stop system. Idling Stop OFF indicator comes on is off. system Idling Stop when the u u come on. Idling Stop OFF indicator OFF Stop Idling • Idling ON: not OFF indicator does Stop • Idling OFF: OFF indicator Stopcomes on. Start/Idling Stop button (P28) GL1800D/DA Canada model only Each time Each time the Stop button start/Idling is pressed, the Idling Stop system is switched on or off. The status of the Idling (on or Stop system off) is the when maintained ignition switch ON. to OFF and then back to is turned Switching the Idling Stop System the Idling Switching On or Off Switch the Idling Stop system on or off by the or button Stop the start/Idling using multi-information in the setting menu display. Idling Stop System Stop Idling to help designed is system Stop The Idling reduce fuel consumptionby and noise stoppingidlingengine from the when stopped, such at as when waiting an intersection. (P182)

While the enginethe Idlingstoppedis by do not Stop system, press against the do and with or body, your hands seat other than seat on the load put a not the sitting astride rider that of the motorcycle. the on get not does the rider Even if engine will restart the motorcycle, when the throttle is unexpectedly battery becomes the opened or when load on the seat. with a weak NOTICE Stopping by the Idling Stop system for a long time may time system for a long Stop Idling the by Stopping cause battery discharge. Engine is Not Stopped the by Engine is Stopped Not Idling Stop System While the Idling Stop Indicator is On: Safety Precautions forthe Idling Stop System while motorcycle the from go away Do not the Idling Stop indicatorflashing. is When always from the motorcycle, you go away OFF. to switch turn the ignition u switch is pressed). or more. km/h) specified. motorcycle. battery is low. Whileengine the is stopped by the Idling start/Idling the press you system, if Stop button,Stop is the Idling system Stop deactivatedrestarts. will and the engine while conditions occursThe following the engine is stopped by the Idling Stop engine will be restarted. system, the -is activated. Assist (HSA) Hill Start -shifted in Neutral (N is Transmission -about Motorcycle moves 3 mph at (5 -more than is discharged Battery In the followingengine conditions, the willby not stop the Idling Stop system. - astride the Rider is not sitting - Transmission is in Neutral (N). -is operated. Assist (HSA) Hill Start - of is weak or temperature Battery u u u (Continued) by the Idling Stop Idling Stop indicator (P182)

of over 6 mphof km/h). (10 Stopping the engine Stopping the engine System Stop the Idling and stops The engine you indicator flashes after the close throttle stop theand vehicle while the completely Idling Stop system is on. Idling Stop Indicator Does Not Not Does Indicator Stop Idling On: Come Idling Stop System Stop Idling ActivatingSystem Stop the Idling The becomes system Idling Stop ready to stopengine the and the Idling Stop following the comes on when indicator conditions are satisfied Idling with the Stop system on. • up warmed sufficiently is Engine •hasa speed been ridden Motorcycle at

Operation Guide 62 Operation Guide 63 (P183) Engine Does Not Does Not Engine Even Start If the ThrottleOpened: is ❙ is to changed g Stop indicator engine, the Idlin flashes quickly. After restarting, the turns off and the Idling Stop indicator systemthe does not operate until voltage has recovered. battery battery. from on to off Neutral (N) stopped on a releasing the brakes while slope •A restarting the before few seconds •Seethe for checking dealer your the brakes applied is activated with firmly To restart the engine when the Idling when the the engine To restart indicatorStop flashing, not shift the press the and into neutral transmission restart button. (To Stop start/Idling lever apply the brake except in Neutral, then press the start/Idling firmly, and Stop button.) following starts in the The engine conditions without opening the throttle grip. -changing When the Idling system Stop - positionthe gear When - the When moves motorcycle by -the battery is weak When - the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system When u itions while the astride the motorcycle astride approx. for 3 minutes If the indicator is not flashing, you the engine restart cannot Idling with the even you open Stop system, if the throttle. In the following cond engine isstopped by theIdling Stop system, the Idling Stop indicator changes from flashing to off andcannot you open the if you even the engine, restart throttle. -loweredis When the side stand -over fallen has When the motorcycle - When the rider has not been sitting Restarting the Engine is Stop indicator the Idling that Check throttle. the open and then flashing, willThe engine not restart if rider isthe not motorcycle. astride the sitting the slope, release on a When restarting begin motorcycle the you feel brakes after to move. u u km/h) may not seem very serious, but for for but serious, seem very not may km/h) to falling be similar it would the rider from onto a third-story building directly pavement. •into (50 at 30 mph a solid A crash barrier into the into the side of a car, stationary the come will motorcycle to a stop in about the fast as as a second-nearly of 1/10th blink of an eye. would rider the an airbag, Without continue forward at 30 mph (50 km/h) untilstrikes he the ground car or the with a force that could cause very serious injuries. or fatal the bag would equippedmotorcycle, and movement forward slow the rider’s absorb some of his energy.* kinetic motorcyclerider, it’s a combination of the rider’s mass (m)weight, or and his speed (v). Mathematically, KE= (m x v2)/2.30 At mph (50 km/h), a rider’skinetic energyis four times greater than15 at mph(24 km/h).At 45mph (72 km/h), it would be ninetimes greater. times be sixteen it would km/h), At mph (100 60 greater. • crash head-on km/h), mph (50 a 30 In • an airbag- with situation the same In would impact the car rider the a result, As and/orground the at a lower and speed of chance a better have and force, less with crash. surviving the *Kineticenergy (KE) is the energyof motion. Fora (P11) GL1800DA Consider, for example, what happens what example, for Consider, into a and rider crash motorcycle when a km/h). (50 30 mph at parked car How in a Injuries Occur Rider Frontal Crash all not goes. But “SPEED KILLS,” a saying motorcycle injuries occur and at high speeds, injuries. not cause does alone speed in a of injuries In cause fact, the main caused speed, in decrease rapid is a collision as such object, an rider impacting by the As anotherground. vehiclethe another or saying goes, “It’s not how fast you go, it’s how hard you hit.” Airbag System Airbag the help cushion can System The Airbag and upper rider’s head to the force impact impacts. severe frontal certain in body “Airbag precautions, see For safety system.”

Operation Guide 64 Operation Guide 65 Control unit Control Impact sensor Impact sensor mark

AIRBAG Airbag AIRBAG rmines whether or not the airbag should deploy. continually monitorsThe system the control the sensors, about information unit, and the whenever the airbag inflator ignitionposition. the ON is in The that measure the impact sensors rate of duringdeceleration a frontal impact are main right of the and the left located on the rider seat. frame under from the evaluates data The control unit impact sensors and dete Airbag System Components System Airbag includes: system airbag motorcycle Your An airbag is that of the rider’s forward stored a cover marked under seat, . potential problem with the system. The the system. with potential problem the instrument indicator, located in panel, should come on briefly when you If it does to ON. turn the ignition switch not come on, or it on comes and stays on, or it comes on while you are riding, you when deploy may not the airbag it. need replaced along deployed must be has related unit and other with the control replace or remove Do not try to parts. done be This must yourself. the airbag by Honda dealer. by a Airbag System Service System Airbag from well protected is system airbag Your any need to take is no There the elements. it from rain, protect to precautions special temperature extremes. snow, or also virtually is system The airbag free, and there maintenance are no parts service.you can safely However, you must have your by motorcycle checked Honda a if: motorcycle dealer • Theindicator AIRBAG you to a alerts •that airbag Any inflates. ever The airbag Airbag Vents (Continued) Airbag System Airbag Works System Airbag The How the impact, frontal a ever have If you the vehicle’s will detect sensors impact to information send that and deceleration unit. the control is high enough, of deceleration If the rate airbag to the signal will unit the control instantly inflate. As the rider’s head and upper body press begins immediately into the airbag, the bag deflating, through vents located at the the bag. of bottom forward rider’s the down The airbag slows of the rider’s and absorbs some movement energy. kinetic When the rider eventually from separates the vehicle and contacts the opposing speed of forward the ground, object or the the of force the rider and the resulting impact will be much lower than they would the airbag. be without

Operation Guide 66 Operation Guide 67 marks of of Apple Inc. marks word mark and logos are ® Bluetooth damages or troublesdamages that occur the in devices audiouse of USB flash and drives. iPod classic,touch, iPod shuffle iPod and trade are nano iPod registered by trademarks owned Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and anyof usesuch is Ltd., Co., Motors by Honda marks under license. respectiveof their owners. those • In Honda be shall no event liable for any •iPod, iPad Mini, iPad Air, iPad, iPhone, •The •are names and trade trademarks Other devices. ® audio devices at your at devices audio ® audio devices may not be ® Bluetooth Bluetooth own risk. operation of handheld electronic devices a vehicle. operating while do so. safe to when horns and emergency vehicles to be heard. Bluetooth compatible. and You can operate thesystem audio You can operate from the and buttons the left handlebar switches on theon center panel. you cannot However, operate some functions by the center panel while the motorcycle switches/Interface dial is in motion. • the may prohibit laws local or State • buttons operate audio Only and switches • the Set volume at a level that still allows •flashUSB Some audio devices, drives and Audio System Audio System Audio Your About The audio systemradio. features AM/FM and iPod, drives USB flash play also It can iPhone and • USB any Use audio devices, flash drives antenna 1 ® * (P81) headset ® iPod/USB digital audio player/USB flash drive,etc. Bluetooth USB connection USB connection (P92) Bluetooth connection Rear Audio unit USB connector ® Passenger Passenger iPhone/Mobile iPhone/Mobile etc. phone, Bluetooth (P81)

2 ® headset * ® Radio antenna Radio GPS antenna Rear speakers connection Bluetooth Bluetooth USB connector Rider Center panel

® antenna ® (P81) antenna Bluetooth ® Bluetooth connection connection ® iPhone/Mobile phone/ audio device, etc. Front Left handlebar switches Left handlebar Bluetooth Main Main Bluetooth (Continued) : USB connector is in the shelter case. : USB connector

Multi-information Multi-information display : USB connector is in the trunk. travel

Headset supported profiles: Headset supported USB connection: Audio system supported Audio system supported Front speakers Front GL1800DA Except GL1800DA 1 2 profiles: •A2DP ver. 1.2 ver. • HFP ver. 1.5 •A2DP • AVRCP ver. 1.4 • ver. 1.0 PBAP * * • HFP ver. 1.6 / ver. 1.5 • A2DP ver. 1.2 Audio System Audio Locations Component System Audio

Operation Guide 68 Operation Guide 69 ® Bluetooth speakers. button: Press to switch the to button: Press

INFO [2] screen. home the go to Select to button: (Home) [3] previous screen. to the go return Press button: (Back) [4] information displayed on the information bar. [5] between the paired output Press to the switch audio button: headsets and the and headsets s to the next s to the audio ® in the eight possible directions to select to select directions eight possible in the Move folder. Skip and hold: Move previous folder. Goesback to the and hold: Move Move next song. : Skips to the of the current or previous song. : Goes to back the beginning Rotate higher-frequency or move Rotate to a : Switches lower-frequency or move Move to a : Switches station with strong reception. and hold: Selects the next Move station with strong reception. Selects and hold: previous the Move station. the next preset radio : Selects Move radio station. the previous preset : Selects drive or Bluetooth •listening When to a USB flash drive • When listening to an iPod, USB flash [1] dial): (Interface Rotate Press choices. available the or move selection. your to set •listening When radio to the ENTER (Back) button (Back) button [3] you cannot operate you cannot [1]( dial Interface ) [5] button

(Home) button INFO

[2] [4] Basic Operations Basic various the and set operate You can the using audio system of the functions center on the buttons dial and interface switches panel and/or on the left However, handlebar. panel by the center functions some motorcycle dial while the switches/Interface is in motion. Center Panel ψ [USB] ψ [AUX] (option) ψ [SXM] (option) ψ [Bluetooth] [AM] ψ ψ Press and hold mode. private disable the switch to enable/ Press and hold Press and hold track to pause a volume and switch to mute the [7]Cycles audio mode. the to change Press as follows: modes audio the through Mode) (Source/Private switch: [FM] [iPod] •a call When receiving •an audio When playing audio ® switch: Press to set your selection.

ENT Press Press Press next song. to the : Skips current the or previous song. : Goes back to the beginning of hold and Press folder. next to the : Skips and hold Press previous folder. to the : Goes back Press Press station. preset radio the next : Selects Press radio station. preset the previous : Selects and hold Press station strong reception. with : Selects the next and hold Press station with strong reception. : Selects the previous drive or Bluetooth •listening When USB flash drive to a [3] [4] Starts Siri if call. end a or reject receive, control) switch:(Voice Press to is available. CarPlay Apple [5]home screen. Select to (Home) switch: go to the [6]previous screen. to return to the Press switch: (Back) [2] or up key 4-way left, Press right, switch: down to select item. a menu •listening When radio to the • When listening to an iPod, USB flash switch switch switch [6] [5] (Continued) [7] switch [2] key switch 4-way ENT

lever [3]

switch

VOL VOL

up. down. and hold the lever. lever. the down and hold [1] [4] [1] increase the volume. up to lever lever: (volume control) •Push the lever the increase the volume: Push To • the lever Push volume: decrease the To •rapidly:up Pushincrease the volume To • rapidly: Push volume decrease the To Audio System Audio Left Handlebar

Operation Guide 70 Operation Guide 71 Information bar lever up or down,

VOL To Adjust the Volume the volume control level appears on the level control the volume bar. information ❙ the volumeadjust the for You can settings separately. and headsets speakers The system has following unique volume the whileAdjust the volumelevels. in modes. individual / [Siri] / [Ring tone] / [Navi] / [Phone] [Audio] / [Apple CarPlay] / [CB radio (option)] When you push

® Bluetooth headsets and the and headsets ® Bluetooth headsets. Audio output status icon : Audio output is from the from Audio output is : : Audio output is from the speakers. output is from Audio : To Select the Audio Output Device Output Audio the To Select speakers by pressing speakers by center panel. on the button selectedThe device is displayedby the audiooutput screen. status icon on the ❙ can switchYououtput audio the between paired the ψ [USB] ψ Information bar [AUX] (option) ψ [SXM] (option) (P96) ψ [Bluetooth] (P96) (P96) (P90) [AM] (P90) ψ ψ This function is optional. Contact your for details. dealer This function is optional. Contact your for details. dealer To Change Audiothe Mode •[FM] •[FM] • [SXM] • [USB] •[iPod] • [Bluetooth] • [AUX] •[AM] •[AM] [iPod] ❙ Press mode. Cycles through the audio modes on audio to change the switch as follows: bar the information [FM] VOL Audio output status icon Audio To resume the volume: Operate To while volume is muted. lever VOL VOL Level 0 to 30 0 to Level (Continued) VOL VOL lever

output status icon on the screen. output status icon on and hold lever. and hold down lever. A diagonalA line appears in the audio To increaserapidly, the volume push up push rapidly, volume the To decrease VOL To mute the volume: Press and hold Press volume: To mute the switch. u Audio System Audio push volume: the To increase up. lever u push volume: the To decrease down. u lever VOLUME level range:

Operation Guide 72 Operation Guide 73 Level -6 to +6 (P24) switch. Level0

ENT Select [Bass], and then pressSelect or Rotateway key switch toselect your preferred or press level. / screen or the previous Return to the on the 4- screen. Home Bass level. sound lower-frequency Adjusts !a !b !c range: setting Available Default: adjustedautomatically The Bass control is in accordance speed. the vehicle with (P75) (P75) (P76) switch to set your switch

(P74) ENT (P74) (P74) (P73) Sound Setting •(Headset)] [Auto volume • [CB roger beep] ❙ your to fit the sound adjust can You preferences. Rotate or a setting menu. to select switch key or press Press /selection. on the 4-way soundThesettings contain the following: • [Bass] •[Treble] • [Bass boost] •[Fader] •(Speaker)] [Auto volume (P81) (P76) (P73) (P88) • [Sound setting] • setting] [General • setting] [Bluetooth • setting] [Phone Audio Setting Audio various can go to this screen, you From system. audio the for options setup switch.

Negative levels decrease front outputdecrease frontNegative levels Positive levels increase front output levels Positive level and increase rear output level. If If level. rear output and increase level front the to -7, set is fader level are speakers muted. level and decrease rear output level. If If level. output rear and decrease level rear the to +7, set is fader level are speakers muted. ENT u Select [Fader], and then then [Fader], and Select press or Rotateway key switch to select your preferred or press level. /u on the 4- Fader Adjusts and the front rear output speaker balance. !a !b (P24) switch to select (enable) or

Off (deselected) ENT Select [Bass boost], press and then or deselect (disable) the function. Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. a b Bass Boost Bass Enables/disablesbassboost. ! ! Default: Level -6 to +6 (Continued) (P24) switch. Level 0

ENT Rotateway key switch to select your preferred or press level. / the or screen Return to the previous on the 4- Home screen. Select [Treble], and then pressand then Select [Treble], or !b !c Availablerange: setting !a Default: adjusted The control is automatically Treble vehicle speed. the with accordance in Audio System Audio Treble level. sound higher-frequency Adjusts

Operation Guide 74 Operation Guide 75 switch.

ENT [OFF]/[LOW]/[HIGH] (P24) switch selection. to set your [OFF]

ENT Rotate press then way key switch, and or press or / screen or the previous Return to the on the 4- screen. Home Select [Auto volume (Headset)], and (Headset)], volume [Auto Select then press or !b !c Auto Volume (Headset) Volume Auto to automatically setting volume the Selects the as headsets the from volume increase increases. the motorcycle of speed !a Default: Available settings: Available switch.

ENT [OFF]/[LOW]/[MID]/ (P24) me (Speaker) switch to set your selection. [OFF]

ENT Select [Auto and volume (Speaker)], then press or Rotate then press way key switch, and press or or /Return to the previous screen or the on the 4- Home screen. Available settings: [HIGH] Default: Auto Volu Auto to automatically setting the volume Selects the as speakers the from volume increase increases. motorcycle speed of the !a !b !c Level -7 to +7 (P24) On models equipped Level 0 GL1800B/BD The fader setting does not affect the affect does not setting The fader headsets output. with the front speakers only, setting only, front speakers the with level a negative to fader level the the outputmeans soundgradually becomes smaller. Return to the previous screen or the previous screen Return to the Home screen. u u Default: Available setting range:Available setting !c (P24) switch to select (enable) or switch to select On (selected)

Youdeactivate cannot the beep sound for error cautionor messages. ENT Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Select [Beep], and then and then press [Beep], Select or the function. deselect (disable) u !b Beep when sound the beep Enables/disables operating keys. !a Default: (P80) (P79) (P79) switch to set your (P77)

(P80) (P77) ENT (P77) (P76) General Setting • [Apple CarPlay/iPod] • [System Reset] • [RestoreCarPlay Settings] Apple ❙ Configures system settings. Rotate or a setting menu. to select switch key press , or Press /4-way on the • [Language] • [TTS Language] • [Clock] • [System Information] selection. generalThe settings contain the following: • [Beep] sound that is sent to is sent that sound (Continued) Audio System Audio CB Roger Beep beep is a Beep Roger notify you of of the end transmission. This function is optional.your Contact for details. dealer

Operation Guide 76 Operation Guide 77 (P24) switch to select (enable) or

ENT On (selected) or deselect (disable) the function. deselect (disable) screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home With [GPS adjustment] selected, press selected, adjustment] With [GPS !b Clock The receives system audio signals from GPS automatically. clock updating the satellites, Youadjust can also the clock manually. adjustment function: To enable/disable GPS !a Default: switch to set

[US English]/ ENT (P24) switch.

ENT [US English] or Select [TTS language], and then press Select [TTS Rotatethe TTS way key switch to select press or navigation, and language to use the /then press on the 4- or your selection. Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. Available languages: Espanol] [CA Francois]/[NA Default: TTS Language the (text-to-speech) Changes TTS language. !a !b !c

ENT [US English]/ [US (P24) switch.

[US English] [US ENT Rotateswitch to select the display key way or press language that want you the to use on / screen, and then press on the 4- or Select [Language], and then press Select [Language], and or selection.to set yourswitch or the previous screen Return to the Home screen. [CA Francois]/[NA Espanol] Default: !b Available languages: !a !c Language language. system the Changes switch to switch

ENT [Auto] or [UTC-12:00] (P24) switch.

ENT Select [Time zone], and then then [Time zone], and Select press or Rotateway key switch to select the time zone, or press and then press / or on the 4- Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home set your selection. Setting range: to [UTC +13:00] Time Zone Time the Selects offset time of local from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). when [Manual function is disabled This setting] If you selected. is are in an area outside the range of the map, navigation Signaldisabled.is When no GPS [Auto] [Auto]. also disable will tunnel such as in !a !b !c (P24) Rotateuntil switch way key the desired is hour press or displayed.Move /hour. to set the switch key the 4-way press or on the 4- minute to the move The selection on section. Rotateswitch desired minute the until way key press or displayed.is Move /minute. the switch to set the 4-way key or press on the 4- on Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. e f g ! ! ! Quick setting: Move press and hold /switch untildesired the number appears. / and hold, or the 4-way key on The clock setting is 24-hour indication, but the clock display is 12-hour indication. The call history is 24-hours indication. reset clock will be The to 12:00 when the is battery reconnected. (Continued) switch.

ENT or press or /key on the 4-way The month section is selected. Rotate untilswitch the desired month is Move displayed. to set the 4-way key switch the month. or press dayThe selection to the move section. on Rotateway key switch until the desired day is or press Move displayed. /the 4-way key to switch set the day. The or press on the 4- section. to the year selection move on Rotateway key switch until the desired year is or press Move displayed. / the year. set switch to key the 4-way or press on the 4- hour section.The selection move to the on Select [Manual setting], and then press !b !c !d !a Audio System Audio To adjust clock manually: the

Operation Guide 78 Operation Guide 79 switch to switch

ENT (P96) (P24) (P99) connection setting, connection [Apple CarPlay] change the connection. screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home SelectCarPlay] or [iPod], [Apple and then press or Apple CarPlay/iPodApple connection CarPlay Apple whether Selects (USB) connectionor iPod usedis when connecting your iPhone to the with system a USB cable. Default: !b Apple CarPlay: audio: Playing an To change the the To change iPhone your from USB cable the disconnect then and menu, setting change the once, USBconnect the cable to your iPhone again. !a ® switch.

(P24) ENT Subscriptions: Displays ® tions. This function is optional. is a registered trademark of ® subscrip Contact your dealer forContact your details. dealer information about SiriusXM Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. press or then information], and [System Select press The following informationis displayed. version •Software version •Hardware status •GPS reception Information •OSS Regulated •SiriusXM !c SiriusXM System InformationSystem the audio of various information Shows system. !a !b SiriusXM Radio, Inc. (P24) switch to set your switch to set

ENT switch.

or ENT selection. the or previous screen Return to the Home screen. Rotate ON switch to select [Auto], key way or press (enable) or OFF (disable), and then press / on the 4- Select [DST], and then pressthen Select [DST], and or !c !b !a DST Sets the DST Time). Saving (Daylight This function is disabled [Manual when selected. setting] is If you are in an area map, navigation the of range outside the When no GPS Signalis disabled. [Auto] tunnel will in as also disablesuch [Auto]. (P24) (P99) Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Select [YES] to reset your CarPlay Apple to reset [YES] Select setting. Apple CarPlay: !c !b ears on ears switch.

ENT After selecting [YES], the system will system the selecting [YES], After A confirmation message app A confirmation message reboot. the screen. Select [YES] to reset [YES] to reset Select settings. the u Select [Restore Apple CarPlay settings], and then press or u b a ! Restore Apple CarPlay Settings selectionResets your the Apple on CarPlay disclaimer screen. ! (Continued) switch.

ENT or A confirmation message appears on appears message A confirmation the screen. the u Select [System reset], and then press !a Audio System Audio System Reset factory to the audio system the Resets data All settings defaults. preset including values. will be reset default

Operation Guide 80 Operation Guide 81 Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR 2.1 + Bluetooth device whilemotorcycle the is moving. When HFP (Hand Free Profile) ver. 1.5 (Hand Free Profile) HFP ® PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) ver. 1.0 ver. Book Access Profile) PBAP (Phone A2DP (Advanced Audio A2DP (Advanced Distribution Profile) 1.2 ver. A2DP (Advanced Audio A2DP (Advanced Distribution Profile) 1.2 ver. Bluetooth AVRCP (Audio/Video Profile) Remote Control ver. 1.4 HFP (Hand Free Profile) ver. 1.6 (recommendation) / ver. 1.5 HFP (recommendation) (Hand Free Profile) ver. 1.6 version/profiles ®

® connection cannot be established while launching Apple CarPlay. version profiles profiles ® Bluetooth ® ® ® Bluetooth device) (For rider and (For rider and pairing, parkpairing, yourplace. motorcyclea safe in Bluetooth function, use the intercom function of your headset. of function function, use the intercom vehicle.applicable laws and obey Always regulations. Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth (For iPhone, mobile passenger headsets) phone or Supported Supported • You cannot pair an iPhone/ • •function.with intercomIfyou want to use intercomequipped not is motorcycle Your •a motor local of by the operator governmentsprohibit Some the use headset of a headsets ® Bluetooth . ® (P86) connections at the same time. connections (P82) ® Bluetooth phone) (P86) headset) Bluetooth Setting Bluetooth via Available devices are as follows: are as Available devices • pairing] (For iPhone or mobile [Phone • [Rider HS pairing] (For rider headset) • HS passenger pairing] (For [Passenger ❙ You with can connect your iPhone other or and/or phone mobile Your motorcycle can establishYour motorcycle up to 3 Bluetooth switch.

icon) and icon) (device ® (P24) ENT switch.

ENT or (Bluetooth : Music : Phone : When the pairing is complete, a was pairing that you to inform message screen. Press appears on the successful When a request message appears on message a request When target the tap device, “Pair.” appear PIN code and name device The or [Pair], and then screen. Select on the press Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home icon) appear on the screen, and icons of on the screen, appear icon) available functions to the next name of turn on. device the !h !i !f !g !j menu of the setting ® switch.

Bluetooth ENT The system waits for a response from a response The system waits for from a target device for 2 minutes. for 2 target device a Select [From phone], and then press or u Tap “Honda Goldwing(default name)” on the target device. d e [From phone] [From ! ! connection ® function on your ® switch.

(Continued) Bluetooth ENT switch to enter the setting the enter switch to

Bluetooth ENT or For details, refer the For details, to instruction manual of your device. manual of menu. Enable the press or then and setting], Select [Bluetooth press Select [Phone pairing], and then press device. u !a in two ways. • Search from phone]: [From the device. • system. the from Search [Inquiry]: This function is disabled while the is in motion. motorcycle Audio System Audio Pairing Phone establish a You can !b !c

Operation Guide 82 Operation Guide 83 icon) and and icon) (device ® (P24) (Bluetooth : Music : Phone : Return to the previous screen or the screen previous Return to the screen. Home icon) appear on the screen, and icons of and icons on the screen, appear icon) available functions the next to name of on. turn device the !j !i devices devices are ® switch. switch to exit the to exit switch

ENT ENT switch.

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ENT or press or then setting], and [Bluetooth Select press Select [Phone and then press Select [Phone pairing], menu. If the system finds multiple paired system finds If the reconnect with will system devices, the last. was connected that the device After reconnecting,song the that was automatically. played last played will be a b To Reconnect a Paired Device a Paired Device To Reconnect Automatically or ON switch is turned the ignition When with reconnects system the ACC, registered device automatically. u u Device Paired To Delete the ! ! switch.

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switch to enter the setting menu.

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Operation Guide 84 Operation Guide 85 switch.

ENT or Icons of available functions next to the to functions next Icons of available off. of the device turn name Select [Disconnect as phone] or as music], [Disconnect then press and !e When the function is the function When unavailable: !d ENT functions next to the Select [ConnectSelect asphone] [Connector press and then as music], or name of the device turn on. switch. Icons of available When the function is unavailable: is the function When !d !e ct Available ct Available switch.

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ENT ENT or or menu. then press device, and Select paired the Select [Phone pairing], and then press Select [Phone pairing], press or then and setting], Select [Bluetooth press !c !b !a To Connect/Disconne Functions Individually Depending on the connected device, this function not be able to establish may a connection. switch. switch to switch the exit

(P24) ENT ENT when pairingheadset passenger / : / rider headset when pairing : Return to the previous screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home When the pairing is complete, a was pairing that you to inform message screen. appears on the successful the Depending on the connection, on the screen. following icon appears search mode. or then and name, device target a Select press The names of the devices detected are detected of the devices names The or displayedthe on background screen. Press !h the headset: To connect/disconnect (P84) !g !f !e switch.

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(Continued) ENT Bluetooth For details, refer the For details, to instruction manual of your device. your manual of Enable the press or then and setting], Select [Bluetooth press [Passenger or pairing] Select [Rider HS HS pairing], and then press setting menu. to enter the switch or device. u !a Audio System Audio Pairing/Passenger HSRider Pairing HS This function disabled is the while motion. is in motorcycle !b !c

Operation Guide 86 Operation Guide 87 ENT Honda Rider HS / Rider HS Honda Honda Goldwing Honda Select [OK], Select [OK], then pressand switch. or System default name: default System name: default Headset Honda Passenger HS !c switch.

ENT or The edit screen appears. Delete the screen appears. Delete The edit enter the name, and then new current name. Select [System name:], and then press name:], Select [System !b !a To Edit the System Name the SystemTo Edit to be name system the edit You can displayed device. on a target ENT wnload], and then switch.

(P24) ENT Auto press or press Rotateselect tokey switch way [Auto] or or press [Manual], and then press /switch. or on the 4- screen or the previous Return to the screen. Home Select [Phonebook do Default: !b !c !a (P24) switch (enable) or to select

ENT On (selected) or deselect (disable) the function. Return to the previous screen or the Home screen. Select [Private mode], and then press [Private mode], Select 4 numbers (home, office, cell phone and other) in the phonebook. For each person, youFor can store up to b a ! Private Mode the passenger's a call with Enables/disables headset. ! Default: Thiscan also be configured setting by pressing and holding call. a left handlebar during on the switch Phonebook Download your of Enables/disables automatic import phonebook and call history whenyour phone is paired. 1,000toUp phonebookbe entries can stored. u Phonebookevery is updatedafter connection. Call history is updated after every connection or call. (P88) (Continued) switch to set your switchto set

(P88) (P89) ENT Phone Setting Phone • [Mic. level] The phonethecontain settings following: • mode] [Private • download] [Phonebook Audio System Audio ❙ configureYou canphone the settings. Rotate or item. menu setting a select switch to key press or Press /selection. on the 4-way

Operation Guide 88 Operation Guide 89 Level -7 to +7 (P24) switch. Level 0

ENT Rotateway key switch your preferred select to or press level. /or the previous screen Return to the on the 4- Home screen. Select [Mic. level], and then Select press level], and [Mic. or !b !c Available setting range:Available setting !a Default: Mic. Level Mic. Adjusts microphone the volume. or press switch. key 4-way on the or press switch. key 4-way on the Auto seek: Move Move seek: Auto audio system will seek until a The and hold. broadcasting station with a strong signal is detected. Move seek: Auto audio system will seek until a The and hold. broadcasting station with a strong signal is detected. Select Station ❙ Youtune the radio can one frequency step at a time. inkHz steps. 200 moves The FM frequency The movesAM frequency in 10 kHz steps. frequency,inTo go up rotate , move u To go down in frequency, rotate , move u USA model only USA model only number indicated when the ST indicator indicated when the (Stereo appears in the display. reception is available only for FM stereo broadcasts.) becomes As FM stereo reception radio in the circuits weaker, special gradually blendsound thetoward mono to maintain some sound quality, remains indicator even though the ST on. Displays that the station name of the the station that Displays current station when (FM radio available only). type of the Displays the program current station when available (FM radio only). •Reception of is a stereo signal Preset Preset Screen Information [1] Band [2] [3]frequency Current [4] mode ([User Preset]/[Auto Preset Preset]) [5] Stationname [6]type Program [7] ST (stereo) indicator [4] Preset mode [6] Program type (FM radio) (P71) (Continued) [3]frequency Current [7] indicator ST radio) (FM [2] Preset number [1] Band [5] Station name (FM radio) Audio System Audio Radio the FM/AM Playing radio. FM/AM features system The audio Press select radio.to FM/AM to Mode) switch (Source/Private

Operation Guide 90 Operation Guide 91 switch.

ENT Move Move key switch 4-way to select a preset /station. orpress and holdPress / or on the To Select a Preset Station: !a !b switch.

ENT switch to select switch to

ENT If no available station is detected at To cancel the scan, select [Abort]. If you are in a remote area, the auto If even one station is detected, all the is detected, even one station If select function may not find 12 not find may function select stations. preset stations are overwritten. preset stations all, the stored preset stations all, stored are the kept. u Press or Press [Auto] preset mode. holdPress and store and will seek The audio system or stations withstrong signal automatically. u u u To Store a Station Automatically: a Station Store To and can home far from traveling are If you you preset, stations receive the no longer to findthe auto select function use can you stations local area. in the stations AM can store 12 YouFM 12 and mode. preset in auto stations !a !b switch.

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ENT ENT Press or Press preset mode. want to store. station you Tune in to a Press hold and and then press number, preset Select a or and hold or Preset StationsPreset ❙ Manually: a Station To Store storeYou can of yourfrequencies the favorite radio stations. storeYou can AM stations 12 and 12 FM user preset mode. stations in !a !b !c !d 512 folders USB 2.0/3.0 8 hierarchies FAT16, HFS+ in one folder) 255 characters 2 GB (in single file) (in single 2 GB From 256 MB to 64 GB FAT32 (recommendation), 65,524 files (same limitation iOS 9 or later iOS Not supported Not Not supported Not supported Not supported Not supported Not Standard Maximum hierarchies File systems File Maximum file/ Maximum files Maximum folder name size folder name Maximum folders Storage capacities Maximum file size s compatible with your audio system are: your audio with s compatible USB hub USB flash drive USB flash Hard disk drive Not supported iPhone 5 or lateriPhone 5 or iOS 10 or later CD/DVD/FD drive iPod nano (all model) iPod classic/iPod shuffle/ Card reader/Memory reader Card reader/Memory iPad/iPad Air/iPad Mini (all model) iPad/iPad Air/iPad Mini iPod touch (5th generation) or later iPod touch (5th generation) audio function, such as skippingaudio function, such as delays. or playing Do not use hard disks, card readers, and memory readers device the which may damage and data. Ifyou accidentally connecttheone of them, turn the ignitionremove it. and OFF switch Compatible Devices • Some USB flash drives maybe unsupported or incompatible and will cause abnormal • ❙ iPhone, device and other iPod a USB flash drive, etc. (Continued) Audio System Audio iPhone/iPod/USB your Connecting device connectYou caniPhone/iPod/USB your a device using cable certified to the USB or connect connector connector directly. to the USB cable that factory USB the to use Make sure device. your with came

Operation Guide 92 Operation Guide 93 splayed speakers ASF .wav .mp3 .wma WAVE 32/44.1/48 ng these kind of files can cause troubles such as the device or assuchcause troublesng these kind of files can 5 to 320/VBR Not supported ID3v1 (v1.0/v1.1) 16/22.05/32/44.1/48 16/22.05/32/44.1/48 MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 Layer AudioMPEG1 ID3v2 (v2.2/v2.3/v2.4) 192/224/256/320/VBR 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/ be played on the following specifications. (kHz) Standard Standard Standard Windows Media Audio Version 7/8/9 Sample rate Sample File extension File extension File extension Available tags Available tags Bit rates (kbps) Bit rates (kbps) Bit rates Sample rate (kHz) Sample rate Sample rate (kHz) Sample rate Digitalmanagement (DRM) rights MP3 WAV WMA failure. correctly. Audio Files on Device • not Do edit other type of extension. Playing a device containi ❙ MP3/WMA/WAV device can your files in •di not be may music information audio files, the of the music information used for character code of the on the type Depending Windows Media is registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. in the U.S. and other countries. the U.S. Corporation. in of Microsoft trademarks registered is Media Windows To Disconnect Your iPhone/iPod/USB Device ❙ You can disconnect your iPhone/iPod/USB device Make sure to at any time. follow the device’s instructions how on to disconnect cable. the from the device When you disconnect your device, the USB the screen. from icon will disappear USB icon (P129) (P126) . Except GL1800DA GL1800DA GL1800DA Except GL1800DA Open the shelter case. Open the shelter Open the travel the travel Open trunk. Connect youriPhone/iPod/USB device using a cable certified to the USB connectordrive, USB flasha or connect directly. USB connector etc. to the UBS iconAfter connecting, the appears screen. on the Store in the travel trunk your device (() case. travel trunk or shelter the Close or shelter case ) a b c d ! ! ! ! iPhone/iPod/ USB device (Continued) Certified cable for the Certified cable for the to be connected device iPhone/iPod/USB device iPhone/iPod/USB Certified cable for the connecteddevice to be USB connector Shelter case USB connector To ConnectYour iPhone/iPod/USB Device GL1800DA Except GL1800DA Travel trunk Audio System Audio ❙

Operation Guide 94 Operation Guide 95 compatible devices. (travel trunk or shelter case, etc.). High etc.). case, shelter or trunk (travel it. will damage heat provided instructionsdevice. of your may etc.) features, lockout security with or restrictedused not be function. to its before playing it. be charged with USB the cable when the or ACC ON is in the ignition switch may be charging time position. The longer than usual. fabricsoftan audio or pouch, or with cover to from protect damage. wet. few it a try reconnecting device, the reboot the or device. times • leave not vehicle the device in your Do •the on statements precaution Read • Some USB flash drives (suchdevices as • recommend backing We data up your • iPhone,or some iPod of USB devices can • recommend covering We your devices • connector USB careful to not get the Be • a not connect with hub. Do • not connect in Do •recognize not does audio system the If (P71) (P81) switchdisplay to the switch to play a track. to switch

(P93) ENT ENT (P94) (P98) Connecting youriPhone/iPod/USB device: Connect the device youthe device Connect to play want from. Bluetooth setting: device. audio output the Select Press or [Bluetooth]. [iPod] switch to select [USB], Pressor playlist. Selectsupported the audio file you want to play. Press or To Play To Play a Track ❙ !a !b !c !d !e !f ected via USB and the track contains artwork.) track contains device is conn Total time Screen Information informationThe screen displayed on the dependingdiffers the on device connected beingfile type of played and the back. supportsThe system tag ID3 information. If a track does ID3 not have an tag, the song name is displayed. file or title [1]audio mode Current [2] Songtitle [3] Artist name [4]name) title (Folder Album [5] Play time [6] bar Progress [7] [8](Displayed only when the art Album . ® bar Total time Bluetooth [7] [2] Song title [6] Progress (Continued) [1]mode audio Current [3] Artist name [4] title Album [5] Play time [8] Album art Audio System Audio Audio Playing on stored play music can system The audio or USB via connected a device

Operation Guide 96 Operation Guide 97 continued device playback ® Bluetooth switch.

tracks in the current album. tracks in the current current track. album. current the from tracks randomly To Select the Play Mode ENT ❙ and randomrepeat You modes. select can hold and press the mode, To switch or For iPod and • play mode: Repeats all repeat Album • the mode: Repeats Track repeat play • Album randomPlays play mode: and hold or press and hold on the To TrackChange a an AlbumTo Change (Folder) ❙ track, move next to the skip To press or To go back beginning to the current of the 4-way key switch. on the previousor track, move on the 4-way key switch. or press ❙ albumthe (folder), next change to To move switch. key 4-way (folder), to the previous album change To move on the 4-way key switch. and hold or press and hold VOL to pause a track

Audio output status icon output Audio output status icon on the screen. the icon on output status A diagonalA line in the audio appears To Pause a To Pause Track To resume track, a operate while muted. volume is lever ❙ Pushholdand u switch and mute the volume. the mute and depending on the device connected and of being file the typeback. played is iPod/USB source CarPlay, the unavailablephonefiles audio and the on can only be played within Apple CarPlay. • differ may functions operating Available • Ifis an iPhoneApple connected via

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Bluetooth ENT [Songs] [Artists] [Songs] ψ ψ connected: [Playlist] When USB device [Folders] Select a desired item from the playlist, a desired item from Select and then press or Pressor playlist. Pressto change the playlist tab. /When iPod or on the 4-way key switch To Select a Track from the Playlist from Track a To Select c a b ! ❙ You can select a track various playlists from depending connectedthe ondevice. ! ! (Continued) plays plays tracks randomly from current the folder. in tracks all from randomly tracks plays device. USB the repeats all tracks in the current folder. in the current repeats all tracks device. USB in the tracks all repeats current track. playlist, from the [Folders] -When playing playlist, from the [Songs] -When playing -When playing from the [Folders] playlist, the [Folders] from playing -When playlist, from the [Songs] -When playing • Repeats the repeat play mode: Track • Random play mode: Audio System Audio For playback USB device • Repeat play mode:

Operation Guide 98 Operation Guide 99 Apple Apple Requirements Operating CarPlay & Limitations Use of and User Vehicle Information The use and handling of user and vehicle to/from your transmitted information iPhone by Apple CarPlay is governed by the andterms iOSApple conditions and Policy. Apple’s Privacy ❙ iPhone compatible a requires CarPlay Apple with an active cellular connection and data plan. Yourwill apply.rate plans carrier’s Changes in hardware, operating systems, software, and other technology integral to providing as CarPlay functionality, Apple wellnew asgovernmental or revised regulations,decrease or may result in a functionality CarPlay cessation of Apple and services. cannotHondadoes and not provide any of future Apple guarantee or warranty or functionality. CarPlay performance apps It if is party they possible to use 3rd Refer to are compatible with Apple CarPlay. on for information the Apple homepage compatible apps. ❙ ® Bluetooth . ® Bluetooth g, disconnect the USB (P84) To connect the paired device: where where Apple is available, as well CarPlay as to pertaining information function, homepage. to the Apple refer connection via USB2 terminal (option). the center panel switches/Interface dial switches/Interface panel the center whilemotorcycle the motion.is in differmay on the screen depending on version. iOS and device the connected onlythrough madeare If Apple CarPlay. you want to a make call with handsfree callin cable from your iPhone and connect youriPhone via •regions and on countries details For • be used with USB CarPlay cannot Apple • by CarPlay Apple operate You cannot • Applicationdisplayed and menu items • callsCarPlay, to Apple connected While nching any ™ 10 or later are compatible with Apple compatible 10 or later are CarPlay. before connecting your iPhone Apple to CarPlay and when lau compatible apps. that occur in the troubles or damages iPhone.use of unstable due to surrounding conditions or signal strength conditions, Apple functions may not be available.CarPlay headset If is necessary. connection to headset connection is broken due depletion or communication battery failure, Apple CarPlay cannot be used the connectionuntilrestored. is Apple CarPlay Apple If you connect an Apple CarPlay- via USB, system to the iPhone compatible display, multi-information the use you can a to make iPhone display, the instead of listenphone calls, maps to music, view and access messages. (navigation), • iPhone Only versions5 or newer with iOS •place motorcycle in a safe your Park • no event shall Honda be liable for any In • is communication network a mobile If • use Apple a To CarPlay, headset Messages Maps Music Go back to Home screen Home to Go back Phone Go to Apple CarPlay menu screen Home screen Apple menuCarPlay screen Apple CarPlay Menu Apple CarPlay Go back to Apple CarPlay screen menu ❙ Allows anytime. Allows only once. Allows only once. Does not allow this consent. allow this Does not switch.

ENT [Enable once]: [Enable time.) again next shows (Prompt [Always enable]: show again.) does not (Prompt [Cancel]: If select [Cancel] and do not allow this consent, as iPod. reconnect to need When the disclaimer message appears When message the disclaimer on the screen, select once] [Enable or press then and enable], [Always or Apple CarPlay menu screen appears. d e ! ! (P94) . GL1800DA , and then reconnect , and then reconnect (P86) (Continued) Except GL1800DA (P79) When connecting your iPhone, if it is recognizedas iPod, disconnect the the Apple once, enable cable USB CarPlay the USB again. the cable Connect your iPhoneUSB port to the located in the travel trunk shelter case or Pair the Pair the headsets. Enable the Apple CarPlay setting. Enable the Apple CarPlay u (P79) To Setup AppleTo Setup CarPlay !c !b Audio System Audio ❙ the will Apple CarPlay Use of in result transmissionofcertain and user vehicle information (such as vehicle location, speed,status) and iPhone to your to You Apple CarPlay experience. enhance the this of to consentneed to the sharing will the screen. on information !a

Operation Guide 100 Operation Guide 101 (P134) Siri may not be recognized correctly due to to due correctly recognized not be Siri may of noise wind during the effect running or try to change case, In that noise. external to adjustor microphone the positionthe of height. the windscreen BelowAre Examples Questions of and Commands for Siri • at work. dad Call • What song is this? • How’s weather tomorrow? the • Read my latest email. • Find a table tonightfor four in Chicago. visit please more information, For www.apple.com/ios/siri. To Deactivate Siri Press and hold handlebar. switch on the left (P94)

. GL1800DA (P86) (P86) headset. ® Except GL1800DA Bluetooth For details, refer to the iPhone User For details, refer to the Guide, etc. Connect your iPhone to the USB port iPhone to the USB Connect your located in the travel trunk shelter case Siri. enable and Unlock your iPhone u or Pair a holdPress and handlebar. on the left switch through the Say a voice command paired headset. Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri CarPlay Apple Operating ❙ such as device with Siri, pairing activate To be paired. must a headset SiriTo Activate !a !b !c !d !e CarPlay map and use the map and use CarPlay Only oneOnly navigation system (pre-installed navigation CarPlay) or Apple can give directions at a time. you areWhen using system, directionsone to any prior destinationtheother set on will system be canceled, the and you arecurrently system willusing direct you to your destination. Messages Check and reply to text or have messages, read to you. messages HONDA the Home screen. to back Go screen. menu Go back to the Apple CarPlay Phone the contactAccess list, make phone calls, or listen mail. to voice Music iPhone. on your stored Play music Maps Display Apple navigationyou wouldas just function on your iPhone. u [Dial [Dial ψ

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[Call History] (P103) (P103) ψ while the motorcycle is in motion. You is in motion. the motorcycle while cannota grayed-out select option until is stopped. the motorcycle the called while be call history can and if However, is in motion. motorcycle CarPlay is running, you can make a call usingthewhile Siri voice control system in motion. is the motorcycle Making a Call a Making ❙ Youmake calls can phone by inputting any numberusingthe imported or by phonebook, callspeed history dial or entries. mode, press the call To change the 4-way key switch. /as follows: modes call the Cycles through on Dial] [Speed (P106) phone volume: adjust the To with call a enable/disable To headset: passenger's • Certain manual functions are disabled • previously Only stored speed dial entries by Number] (P86) (P88) (P23) When the phonebookWhen the import function is enabled, the contents of the mobile phone's phonebook and are call history automatically system. to the imported every after The phonebook is updated connection. Call history is updated after every connection or call. (P81) u Connect with the paired mobile phone. mobile paired with the Connect rider (for Connect the paired headsets if necessary). passenger and screen. phone Enter the Download: Phonebook Preparation a b c ❙ ! ! ! (P134) , you need a , you need Handsfree Call- Handsfree ® (Continued) connection isunstable due ® handsfree calling handsfree you to allows compatible mobile phone and and mobile phone compatible headsets. ® ® ® Bluetooth the handsfree calling the handsfree Bluetooth speaker to headset automatically when automatically to headset speaker receivingmakingphone or call. a (Even if is headset not the connected). calling by the center panel functions dial while the switches/Interface motorcycle motion. is in to surrounding conditions or radio wave callingconditions, the handsfree functionsmay not be available. windduring noisedue to running or try to change case, noise. In that external positionthe to microphone of the or the windscreen height. adjust ing •audio The output switch will from To use Bluetooth Bluetooth •handsfree the operate cannot You •If Audio System Audio Using Bluetooth make and receive make and phone calls using your system, without audio motorcycle's handlingmobile your phone. •you may be hard to hear talking, While

Operation Guide 102 Operation Guide 103 switch.

ENT (P104) selecting [End call]on the screen. The same actionbedone by The same can Select [Speed dial]. Select Selectphone the number you want to call, and then press or Dialing starts starts automatically. Dialing To end the call, press and hold (Voice control) switch on left the handlebar. u To Make a Call Using a DialSpeed Entry dial] [Speed dial the speed using a call make You can whilethe motorcycle motion. is in you dial, call using the speed a To make in dial number speed the need to store advance. be stored. speed dial numbers can 20 Up to !a !b !c selecting [End call] on the screen. The same action can be done by To end the call, press and hold and press the call, To end the left on control) switch (Voice handlebar. u !d ENT switch to set the

ENT switch to make a call.

To cancel the call, press or switch. ENT u number. and then pressSelect [Dial], or Select [Dial by number]. Select [Dial Rotateway key switch to enter a number, and or press then press / or on the 4- !c !a !b To Make a Phone a Call Using Number by [Dial number] This function disabled is the while is in motion. motorcycle switch.

ENT The phone number will in be stored the list. speed dial Selecthistory] [Call or [Phonebook]. Selectphone the number to you want and hold then press store, and (Home) button/or then Dial], and [Save as Speed Select switch.(Home) press From [Call history]/[Phonebook]: From !a !b !c switch.

ENT or If the function phonebook import is disabled, select [YES] to import the to import [YES] disabled, select phonebookmanually. Select [Speed Select dial]. Select [Add speed dial], and then press dial], and speed [Add Select The phonebook appears. The phonebook u want to number you the phone Select hold and store, and then press (Home) button/The phone number will be stored in the (Home) switch. speed dial list. a b c d From [SpeedFrom Dial]: ! ! ! ! (Continued) Audio System Audio Number a Phone To Store Speed in the Dial List three in can be stored numbers dial Speed ways.

Operation Guide 104 Operation Guide 105 switch.

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ENT Select [Speed dial]. [Speed Select Selectphone the number you to want hold then and delete, and press (Home) button/or then and all], or [Delete [Delete] Select switch.(Home) press A confirmation message appears on the screen. Select [YES], and then press or To DeleteTo Dial Number a Stored Speed !a !b !c !d switch to set your your to set switch

ENT Rotate of order the to change switch way key press or dial list. the speed / on the 4- Pressor selection. !d !e ENT switch.

ENT Select the phone number you to want press and then arrange, switch. or Select [Speed dial], and then press and then press dial], and [Speed Select hold switch. (Home) button/or Select speed [Rearrange and then dial], (Home) press !c To RearrangetheOrder of the Speed Dial List !a !b switch.

ENT selecting [End call]on the screen. The same actiondone by be can The same Select [Call history]. [Call Select Selectphone the number you want to call, and then press or •• call Dialed : •Received call : To end the call, press and hold (red):call Missed (Voice control) switch on left the handlebar. u To Make a Call Using the Call History [Call history] the call history using a call make You can while motorcycle the motion.inis Call history displayslastdialed, the30 missed received, or calls. !a !b !c switch.

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selecting [End call] on the screen. The same action can be done by ENT Select [Phonebook]. The phonebook is stored alphabetically.The phonebook and then press a name, Select or Select the phone number you want to number you the phone Select call, and then press Dialing starts automatically. or To end the call, press and hold and To end the call, press the left on (Voice control) switch handlebar. u a b c d ! ! ! ! switch.

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(Continued) If the phonebook import If the phonebook disabled,popup a message willbe displayed on the screen. manually, select To import the phonebook press then [YES], and or Audio System Audio the Imported Using a Call To Make [Phonebook] Phonebook This function disabled is the while is in motion. motorcycle phonebookWhen the importis function phone's the contents of the enabled, phonebook is automatically importedto the system. Download: Phonebook

Operation Guide 106 Operation Guide 107 The same action can be done by selecting [Reject]on the screen. The same action can be done by selecting [End call]thescreen. on To Reject To Reject Call a a callWhen and hold in, press comes call. to reject a the left handlebar on switch u a Call End To While talking, press and hold call. the handlebar to end the left switch on u (P71)

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The same action by selectingdone can be The same [Accept] the screen.on To adjust the phone volume: with call a enable/disable To headset: passenger's To Receive a Call press in, comes a callWhen call. receive the to left handlebar the switch on u ReceivingCall a Ring Tone Ring If the connectedmobile phone supports “in band ring tone”, the ring tone stored on the phonewhile sounds automatically automatically. call receiving a the is not supported, tone” ring If “in band system in the audio stored ring tone sounds. ❙ audible an call, is an incoming there When Call Incoming the sounds and notification screen appears. . The same actiondone by be can The same selecting [End call] on the screen Press and hold and hold Press handlebar secondto end the call. left on the switch u The systemto will return the first call on hold. To End a Call Call a in Progress To End !a !b switch.

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Operation Guide 108 Operation Guide 109 switch. ENT

ENT switch.

ENT o return to the previous screen, to the previous return o T select [Quit] press and select switch. or During a call, select [Touch tones], and press then or To send a DTMF tone, select a number a select a DTMF tone, To send key, and then press or u !a !b Sending tones during a DTMF call ❙ Multi Tone (Dual DTMF send can You Frequency) tonescall. during a a menu-driven call when you This is useful phone system. This function is disabled while the is in motion. motorcycle e ! Press the start button with the throttle with the start button the Press closed. completely !e c ! N a d b ! ! ! (P49) (P55)

the (Run) position. (Run) is in switch stop engine sure the Make the Turn the switch ignition ON. to ( to Neutral the transmission Shift indicator comes Alternatively, on). pull in the lever clutch start your to in the transmission motorcycle with is raised. side stand gear so long as the Unlock the steering. Unlock the GL1800/B a c d b ! ! ! ! (P56)

If the starter operates but the engine not start, If the starter operates but the does the ignition to OFF switchturn seconds and wait 10 engine again to recover before trying to start the battery voltage. can engine the and revving idling fast Extended exhaust system. the and the engine, damage more than idling for Snapping the throttle or fast pipe exhaust may cause about 5 minutes discoloration. The engine will if not start the throttle is fully open. NOTICE • • • • Starting the Engine the Starting your Start engine the following using the of whether regardless procedure, warm. is cold or engine Honda with a equipped is This motorcycle Honda Always keep system. SMART Key on youSMART Key ride the you when motorcycle.

Operation Guide 110 Operation Guide 111 (P60) and enter and enter (P57) (P56)

If you turn the If you turn Set the parking brake Set The quick The quick engine starting N GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800/B ignition switch to OFF when the when switch to OFF ignition will engine in gear, the motorcycle clutch disengaged. with the off shut The steering lock is automatically lock is automatically The steering at unlocked the same time. will not operate if the transmission is will not operate if the The quickin gear. starting engine can in the clutch be operated by pulling so the transmission in gear with lever side stand is raised. the long as GL1800BD/D/DA the operating range. when you park the motorcycle. motorcycle. the you park when Make sure the status of the Honda of the the status sure Make is active Key SMART pedal or the brake lever While applying firmly,press and hold buttonstart the until engine starts. u u stop put the engine, To the (Neutral indicator comes on). ignition switch to OFF. the Turn u !c Quick Engine Starting Youstart can also engine the the by following procedure. !a !b You Stop the Engine When !a !b

!b & e ! !a (P173)

start button once. button start Press the start button with the throttle the with button the start Press closed. completely is lever brake parking sure the Make riding. released before fully and pressthrottle the Open procedure. Repeat the normal starting If the engine slightly if idling is unstable. If the engine seconds before trying steps again. If Engine Will Not Start If Engine Will ❙ !e !f the If engine does not start: !a !b !c !d d ! a b a c ! ! ! ! (P49) (P55)

N N (P113) Make sure the Make sure on. If the indicator comes on. does not come indicator Turn the ignitionTurn the to ON. switch Check the parking brake ( brake the parking Check to come on). indicator brake parking the Make sure engine stop is in switch the steering. Unlock the (Run) position. u GL1800BD/D/DA !d !a !b !c 15 mph (24 km/h) 27 mph (43 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 13 mph (21 km/h) Recommended Shift Recommended Points NOTICE Improper shifting can damage the engine, the engine, damage can shifting Improper transmission, and driveAlso, coasting train. or towing with the engine off the motorcycle for long distances the transmission. damage can GL1800BD/D/DA Shifting Up From 1st to 2nd to 4th 3rd From to 6th 5th From to 6th 7th From to 4th 5th From to 2nd 3rd From From 2nd to 3rd 20 mph (32 km/h) to 5thFrom 4th km/h) mph (56 35 to 7thFrom 6th km/h) mph (88 55 Shifting Down to 5thFrom 6th (56 km/h) mph 35 to 3rdFrom 4th mph (29 km/h) 18 From 2nd to 1st 10 mph (16 km/h) Dual Clutch Dual Transmission with an equipped is motorcycle Your controlled automatically 7-speed It transmission. shifted automatically can be MODE)MODE). or manually(by AT MT (by ❙ 12 mph (20 km/h) 12 mph km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 37 mph (60 28 mph (45 km/h) 16 mph (25 km/h) Recommended Shift Points Recommended NOTICE Shifting Up Shifting 1st to 2nd From 4th From 3rd to 6th From 5th to From 6th to 5th From 4th to 3rd engine, shifting can damage the Improper Also, coastingtransmission, and drive train. or towing the motorcycle for long distances with the engine off transmission. can damage the From3rdto 2nd 19 mph (30 km/h) 5thFrom 4th to km/h) 31 mph (50 Shifting Down From 5th to 4th mph (35 km/h) 22 ❙ 1 6 5 4 3 N 2 GL1800/B If you put the motorcyclegear with inthe willengine side shut off. stand down, the Shifting Gears Shifting has 6 transmission motorcycle Your inforward gears a one-down, five-up shift pattern.

Operation Guide 112 Operation Guide 113 (P114) In this mode are the gears Youbetween 7 can choose Motorcycle is stopped and the enginethe Motorcyclestopped is is and idling. is completely Throttle It is not closed. to Neutral (N) from change possible to applied. is throttle the while AT mode (D) change between NeutralYou cannot (N) wheels are the while AT MODE (D) and rotating. is raised. stand Side NOTICE To prevent clutch damage, do not use the throttle to the throttle to not use To prevent clutch damage, do uphill. the motorcycle stopped keep shifted automatically according to your according automatically shifted riding conditions. And using the shift up also switch (+) or (-), you can temporarily switch down shift shift up or down. These are switches convenient whento temporarily you want a curve, etc. of down-shift in front AT MODE (D): MT MODE: mode. gears in this When you can change between between change you can When (D): (N)Neutral MODE and AT u u u u MT MODE AT MODE (D) AT MODE Neutralis selected automatically (P181) Press D Press switch A/M switch Press Press N switch Turn the ignition OFF and ON again. when hear (click) noises the You may This is (N). Neutral shifts to transmission normal. selected after not Neutral (N) is still If the turningignition the on, switch start the engine while applying the brake with side stand raised. If Neutral (N) is still not selected Neutral (N): you when If neutral is not selected ON: switch to turn the ignition u u when you turn the ignition you switchto ON. when ons, the ons, the transmission Always use the recommended tires to recommended use the Always Transmission Dual Clutch correct ensure operation. The Dual Clutch Transmission system runs a Transmission system runsThe Dual Clutch the starting after check immediately self engine. in gear position indicator “-” appears the for a few seconds, then goes out. into shift cannot you While “-” appears, gear. In order to respond to rider demands in a rider demands to to respond order In of situati broad range is equipped modes, AT operating with two regular for shift (automatic (D) MODE 7-speed MT MODE (for and operation); manual operation), which delivers the same shift feel transmission. as a manual u ). ). ). !f !f !e !e Gear shift operation shift Gear Up: Shifting ( (+) switch the shift up Press Shift Limit Youdownshift cannot if the enginewill exceed rev limit. the Shifting Down: (-) ( down switch Press the shift Youcontinue cannot shiftingby gear shift switch keeping the pressed. To continue shifting release the switch gear again. it and press If the MT MODE is selected, the is selected, MODE MT If the not shiftdoes transmissionup engine Do not allow the automatically. red zone. into the revs to go shifts automatically The transmission downeven in MT when you slow down, MODE. MT if even from 1st gear You will start MODE is selected. This system may not increase revs engine in some runningconditions. RidingMT in MODE down with up and Shift shift up switch the (-). switch down and shift (+) the gear is shown on gear selected The positionindicator. u u u Downshifting Blipping Control In MT MODE, this system controls down shifting with the throttle completely closed to automatically revs engine by increasing ratio. gear the match u !b ). !a ). !d !d ). ). !c (Continued) !a !b !c !a Shifting Gears Shifting AT and Neutral between Changing MODE MODE/MT Changingfrom Neutral MODE (D)AT (N) to switch ( Press the D The D (AT MODE) indicator comes on, ”1” comes on, indicator MODE) The D (AT positionshownis gear in the indicator and selected. first gear is MODE or MT MODE AT from Changing (N) to Neutral ( switch Press the N between AT MODE and MT Changing MODE switch ( Press the A/M whileindicator goes out The D (AT MODE) ( MT MODE is selected

Operation Guide 114 Operation Guide 115 continued Walking Speed mode indicator Gear position indicator Gear position Walking Speed mode switch Press the Walking Speed mode switch Speed mode the Walking Press while applyingbrake the pedal. lever or The Walking Speed mode indicator is indicator mode Speed The Walking displayed. !d (P110) N Sit astride the motorcycle, in your the Sit astride normal riding position,both with feet on the ground. Make sure transmission the is in neutral (up.stand is indicator on) and the side comes the engine. Start Operate the motorcycle's engine the motorcycle's onlyOperate in a well-ventilated area. GL1800BD/D/DA Make sure there are no obstacles or people obstacles no are there Make sure in the area. Avoid steep or uneven surfaces. passengerCarrying while in Walking a becauseSpeed mode is not recommended difficult control more it makes balance and to maintain. !a !b !c Walking Speed Mode Speed Walking rider the assists mode Speed The Walking or out of into the motorcycle getting with the motorcycle by maneuvering tight areas at slow speed. u N To stop the motorcycle, apply brake the motorcycle, stop the To pedal. or lever mode, Speed end Walking To the apply the After or pedal. lever brake the has stopped, press motorcycle Walking Speed mode switch while or the operating lever or pedal, brake Make sure the switch. press the N Walking Speed mode indicator turns off the and on. indicator comes !f !g Shift down switch (-) While in Walking Speed mode, do stop switch the engine not press in an emergency.except This will lose to abruptly the motorcycle cause traction. u Guidecautiously, the motorcycle using your legs to maintain balance. balance maintain care to extreme Use while in Walking Speed mode on loose surfaces (sand, or grease- dirt, gravel) covered pavement. Shift up switch (+) Shift up (Continued) The will move forward/ motorcycle as longbackward you hold as the switch down. (+) up switch shift When the (forward) is pressed, is “F” displayed theon gear position indicator. down switch (-) shift When the (backward) is pressed, “R” is displayedposition on the gear indicator. It take a few may seconds before the motorcycle to move. starts in the motorcycle When operating sit to sure be Speed mode, Walking normal motorcycle in your the on riding position. engine is stopped in When the clutch will the Walking Speed mode, disengage.will cause the This lose traction. abruptly motorcycle to To move the motorcycle backward, motorcycle the To move shift (-), switch down and hold the press brakes. the release and then motorcycle forward, To move the press (+), and shift switch up and hold the then release the brakes. u u u u u Walking Speed Mode Speed Walking !e

Operation Guide 116 Operation Guide 117 N Release the Reverse button, and the button, and Reverse the Release motorcycle will stop. stopped, has motorcycle your After to turn Reverse mode switch press the off the system. the Make sure indicator comes on. NOTICE To avoid damaging the reverse system, do not engage system, not engage To avoid damaging the reverse do is moving. when the motorcycle or disengage reverse !g !h Reverse SystemOverload the to move designed The Reverse mode is motorcycle at slow speed. a constant beginsmotorcycle movingIf the or slower obstacles of because speed than this faster angle, press the or pavement a steep the system to turn off mode switch Reverse more a roll the motorcycle to and carefully and then start unobstructed surface, level, again. Reverse mode switch When you are ready to back up, press are When you the Reverse button. hold and The motorcycle will move in as reverse long as you hold(“R” the button down. is displayed on the gear position indicator.) discharge, To battery do not prevent than press more the Reverse button for 1 minute. motorcycle backward Guide the cautiously, using your legs to maintain balance. to maintain balance care Use extreme while reversingon loose surfaces (sand, dirt, gravel) or grease-covered pavement. Reverse button !e !f (P110) If the engine is not running, the be activated. cannot system reverse N Press the Reverse mode switch to turn mode Reverse the Press on the reverse mode. u Sit astride the motorcycle, in your the Sit astride normal riding position,both with feet on the ground. Make sure transmission the is in neutral (up.stand is indicator on) and the side comes the engine. Start GL1800 and GL1800B Canada model !d Moving in Reverse in Moving allows system reverse motorcycle’s Your of a back out you to at slow space parking speed. or people obstacles no are there Make sure or travel. Avoid steep of direction the in passenger Carrying a uneven surfaces. recommended is not reversing while because balance it makes more control and to maintain. difficult !a !b !c button

MODE mode.

button while the throttle the throttle while button

TOUR MODE The ridingmode indicator until the blinks is changed. riding mode change until The ridingnot mode does is fully closed. the throttle Each time the ignition to is turned switch ON, the riding will mode automatically set to be GL1800BD/D/DA Selecting the Riding Mode the Riding Selecting the Press is fully closed. u u u mode: mode: mode: SPORT ECON RAIN SPORT mode has a quicker has mode and SPORT more braking feel, harder feel, engine powerful suspensionand harder damping with than characteristics TOUR mode. equippedFor models DCT, shiftingwith maintain are oriented to characteristics middle and highspeeds. engine feel than a gentler engine mode has ECON with TOUR mode. equippedFor modelswith DCT, shifting low to maintain are oriented characteristics and middle engine speeds. hasRAIN mode a gentlerengine feeland softer suspension damping characteristics mode. TOUR than with equippedFor modelswith DCT, shifting are gentler than those with characteristics TOUR mode. Riding mode indicator mode Riding DCT characteristic DCT Suspension damping Suspension Toque Control Toque operating mode: GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800/D/DA GL1800/D/DA level characteristic TOUR TOUR mode providesenginean and and suspension damping braking feel for comfortable characteristics optimized ridingsituations in long such as distance touring. The followingavailable: riding modes are • Riding Mode Riding riding mode. change the You can The following change parameters riding mode. to each according • Engine output characteristic • feel Brake • •

Operation Guide 118 Operation Guide 119 ) button ) button S T MODE MODE : Press the : Press the : ( ( If all the segments of the riding mode riding segments of the If all the for your dealer displayed, see are indicator servicing. ) T or S buttons ( buttons

mode.

MODE buttons

TOUR MODE The riding blinks until mode indicator the riding mode is changed. change untildoes not mode The riding is fully closed. the throttle the ignition switchEach time is turned to mode will automatically the riding ON, to be set GL1800/B Press one of the the throttle while is fully closed. u u u MODE : Press the button (on/off) in the (on/off) Torque Control mode (on/off) cannot be cannot (on/off) mode Control Torque riding. while changed the and select first the motorcycle Stop mode Control Torque display. multi-information Each time isthe ignition switch turned is automatically Control the Torque ON, turned to on. When the Riding mode is changed, the also characteristic Control Torque changes according to each mode. u u u (P31) turned on or off in or off turned on Torque Controlindicator HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control) Torque Control OFF indicator Torque Control OFF GL1800/D/DA Honda Selectable Torque Control (Torque Control) (Torque Control Torque Selectable Honda Toque Control will amount limit the of the wheel when rear to the applied torque system detects rear the wheel spin during acceleration. be can Toque Control the multi-information display. the multi-information )./-%DQQMࡍ࡯ࠫ㧞㧜㧝㧣ᐕ㧝㧜᦬㧡ᣣޓᧁᦐᣣޓඦᓟ㧞ᤨ㧠㧟ಽ

Operation Guide 120 Operation Guide 121 Cruise control lever CRUISE MAIN indicator CRUISE SET indicator CRUISE Cruise control main switch highways in good in highways WARNINGWARNING Make sure speed and the traveling to conformed are operating gear of the system. requirement range available Any speed other than memorized. be will not switch. control main Press the cruise indicator will come (The MAIN CRUISE on.) Accelerate to the speed. desired [SET/-] to cruise control lever Push the SET indicator will CRUISE (The side. come on.) Your current travelingis speed memorized. Improper use the of cruise control you which in a crash to lead can killed. or hurt be seriously could Use the control cruise only when open traveling on weather. To Set Cruise Control !a !b !c !d GL1800/B From 3rd to 6th gear 30 - 100 mph 30 - (50 - 160 km/h) GL1800BD/D/ DA 20 - 10020 mph - km/h) (30- 160 From 3rd to 7th gear Available Available speed setting range Operating gear When cruise control is on, your speed will speed is on, your control When cruise slightly,still vary particularly goingand up down hills. iscontrolCruisefor use intended only on straight, uncongested highways.not Do winding city streets, cruise control on use roads, duringotherweather, bad or at any you need total control of the time when throttle. Cruise Control Cruise you to allows system control The cruise specified within speed a steady maintain range. and range speed setting The available below: are listed gear operating Use the throttle to accelerate until you until to accelerate the throttle Use speed. desired the reach lever the cruise control Push and release [SET/-] to side. in the normal manner the throttle Use accelerate. to return To to the set speed, close the throttle the without applying and coast will maintain system The cruise brakes. set. speed the you previously CRUISE goes off and the MAIN indicator CRUISE memory.) from erased be will speed set To Cancel Cruise Control To Disengage the System To • main switch. (The cruise control the Press To Manually IncreaseManually Set theTo Speed !a !b Manually Increase Vehicle Speed To !a !b the lever cruise control [RES/+] to side. your will accelerate The system automatically. When motorcycle you release the speed, reach the desired lever. cruise control and If is pushed cruise control lever the held to [RES/+] side continuously, the set speed indicated in the INFO 1 display stops at the upper limit the possible of setting range. The side. [SET/-] cruise control lever to system will your automatically slow desired reach the motorcycle. When you cruise control lever. speed, release the and If pushed the cruise control lever is held to [SET/-] side continuously, the set speed indicated in the INFO 1 display the possible of limit the lower stops at setting range. To Change theTo Change Set Speed Continuously • and hold push speed: the set increase To • To decrease speed: push and hold the (Continued) dicated (stops at the (P34) Cruise control set speed control lever to [RES/+] side. lever control to [SET/-] side. control lever Each quick tap (brief on push and release) either side will change your speed mph by 1 set meter mileage on (depending or 1 km/h unit). setting Any speed other than possible be in range will not upper or lower limit speed). The set speed is displayed in the INFO 1 The set speed is displayed display. Cruise Control Cruise Speed Set the To Change Speed Set Tune the To Fine on the speed set cruise control the Display INFO 1 display. • cruise the tap speed: set the increase To •cruise tap the speed: set the decrease To

Operation Guide 122 Operation Guide 123 If you are still over 20 If you are under 20 If you are still over 30 mph are still over If you (50 If you are under 30 mph GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800/B GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800/B mph (30 push km/h), the and release lever cruise control [RES/+] to side. (50 km/h), push and cruise release the side. to [RES/+] control lever to the throttle use (30 km/h), mph speed above 20 mph (30 increase road the release and then push and km/h) cruise control lever [RES/+] to side. throttle to increase the use km/h), km/h) (50 30 mph road speed above and then push and release cruisethe side. control lever to [RES/+] To resume cruise control: cruise To resume • • !b GL1800/B automatically closed position in the positionautomatically closed in direction. deceleration the shift lever. operate Perform one of the following operations operations of the following one Perform temporarily. system the to disengage goes SET indicator temporarily (CRUISE remains in off but speed set the memory.) • Apply the brake lever or pedal. • past the the throttle grip Rotate •Disengage the clutch or To Temporarily DisengageTo Temporarily System the !a

from from motorcycle is on a steep slope. Activating the HSA ReleasingHSA the GL1800BD/D/DA GL1800/B motorcycle If the Hill start assist (HSA) indicator comes on in amber while riding (P178) ❙ brake the squeeze the HSA, To activate quicklylever start(HSA) Hillthe assist until indicatorand on in white comes the hold brake lever. ❙ brake release the the motorcycle, To start (The the throttle. gently open and lever HSA works about 3 seconds releasing after lever) the brake brake release the the motorcycle, To start lever, and open grip while then the throttle (The HSA works clutch lever. releasing the about 3 seconds the after releasing brake lever) the shift or the side stand lower If you is neutral while the HSA to transmission HSA will be cancelled. working, the HSA may not prevent the rolling backward (or forward) if the if the forward) (or backward rolling N GL1800/B Hill start assistHill start indicator (HSA) Hill(HSA) indicator: start assist goes off) Comes on in white when the HSA is ready is when the HSA in white on Comes work, and flashes while to the HSA is working. following HSA is activated in the The conditions: • Combinedindicator ABS goes off • Motorcycle is stopped completely • Throttle grip is closed • Clutch lever is pulled • Transmission is in gear ( indicator • Side stand is retracted Hill Start Assist Start Hill keeps temporarily Assist (HSA) Start The Hill (or rolling backward from the motorcycle if forward) is the pedal lever or brake such stopped on an incline released when hydraulic Brake slope. lot as a hill or parking pressure is for about 3 seconds maintained the after releasing lever or brake pedal. This rolling from motorcycle the helps keep when first opening (or forward) backward smooth assisting the throttle grip, thereby the burden and lessening movement rider. the placed on the parking for replacement HSA is not a brake.

Operation Guide 124 Operation Guide 125 WARNINGWARNING Stop the engine, and keep heat, Stop the engine, sparks, and flame away. Handlefuel only outdoors. immediately. Wipe up spills Gasoline is highly flammable and and flammable is highly Gasoline explosive.can Yoube burned or when handling seriously injured fuel. • • • Lower edge of edge Lower neck filler Close the fairing pocket. fairing the Close After refueling, be sure to After refueling, be sure tighten th fuel by tighten it clockwise cap firmly fill until it clicks. fuel lid by pushing it the Close locks. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap !a !b !c (P15)

(P127) Fuel lid opener lid Fuel 5.5 US gal (21 liters)gal 5.5 US Fuel fill cap Open the fairing pocket. pocket. the fairing Open the fuel open to lid opener Slide the fuel lid. fillTurn the fuel cap counterclockwise and remove it. Fuel lid Refueling and Fuel Guidelines Fuel and Refueling ❙ Do not fill with fuel above the lower edge with fuel above the fill Do not of the filler neck. only Fuel type: gasoline Unleaded fuel octane number: Recommended NumberPump Octane or higher. (PON) 86 Tank capacity: Refueling Cap Fill Fuel the Opening !a !b !c Travel trunk Travel release button Saddlebag release button GL1800/D/DA , and then enter the operating range range operating enter the then , and The travel trunk unlocksThe travel be can and opened. Each saddlebag unlocks and opens. GL1800/D/DA with the Honda SMART Key. SMART Honda with the Make sure the Honda SMART Key is activated is activated SMART Key the Honda sure Make (P56) travel the press the travel trunk, To open button. trunk release u the saddlebags, press the To open saddlebag release button. u Saddlebag Saddlebag button release To Open the Travel and Trunk Saddlebags ❙ are for saddlebags trunk and travel The lightweight items. both trunk and in the travel Cargo saddlebags exceed: should not 20.0 lb (9.0kg) each compartment of regardless However, capacity, be sure exceed you do not the limits. weight load and cargo maximum 235) (P233, equipped with equipped the travel equipped with with equipped the GL1800/D/DA GL1800B/BD trunk, saddlebags and fairing pocket. saddlebags and fairing pocket. fairing and saddlebags Storage Equipment Storage and Saddlebags Travel Trunk, Pocket Fairing • • When you enter the operating range of When the operating you enter the Honda SMART Key system with the Honda the travel trunk, SMART Key on you, saddlebagsand fairing can be pocket opened. buttonUsing the UNLOCK on the Honda SMART you Key, can enable those who don't possess the key to open the compartments. Each compartment can be when opened Key is withinshaded thethe Honda SMART the illustration. shown in area

Operation Guide 126 Operation Guide 127 Fairing pocket lid , and then enter the then enter , and Fairing pocket opener pocket Fairing (P56) To Open the To Open Fairing Pocket operating range with the Honda SMART with the Honda range operating Key. deactivated to store the not care Take SMARTHonda Key in the fairing pocket. items. lightweight is for pocket The fairing pocket should not Cargo in the fairing exceed: 4.5 lb (2.0kg) To open fairing pocket, the press fairing the pocket opener. ❙ Key sure the Make is SMART Honda activated Helmets Travel trunk Travel Make sure the front of the helmets are helmets are the front of the sure Make facing rearward. fit may not Some helmets in the or design. size to their due compartment You can store helmets can and passenger rider You in trunk. the travel Store as shown helmets illustration.the in u u or Travel Trunk “OPEN” indicator “OPEN” indicator is indicator “OPEN” (P187)

To Close To Close Travelthe and Trunk Saddlebags If the Saddlebags Won’t Open ❙ hands your place compartment, a To close pressand of its lid the edges flat on down until it is firmly closed. sure the Make travel saddlebags and trunk blinkingnot before riding. OCK button, but button, OCK When the 30 days have passed after the passed have days 30 the When the after OFF orswitch is turned to ignition Key is SMART Honda the of buttons operated, the remote transmitter will no longer operate. To reset turn the system, the ignition switch ON once and then OFF. u If you press the UNL the press If you thenobody compartmentsany of opens 30 or about seconds 30 within about seconds have after an passed opened closed, the compartments is compartment will automatically relock signals(Turn blinks once). UNLOCK button Using the remote theUsing transmitter doeswho a personallowTo not possess Key to open Honda SMART the UNLOCK button press the compartments, (Turn signalson the Honda SMART Key blink 2 times). the is pressed, button UNLOCK When the someone by opened be can compartments who does not have the Honda SMART Key. (Continued) Do not store valuables in the Do not store valuables fairing pocket. Make sure the fairing is closedpocket riding. before Be not to floodcareful this area when motorcycle. washing your To Close To Close Fairingthe Pocket Storage Equipment Storage ❙ lid push the pocket, the fairing To close until closed. it is firmly u u u

Operation Guide 128 Operation Guide 129 continued Helmet D-ring Helmet holder hanger Insert the helmet holder hanger into the the hanger into holder helmet the Insert D-ring. helmet !c and (P126) Helmet holder release lever take up the helmet take up holder hanger. helmet the Open the left Open the left saddlebag. lever release holder helmet Pull the holder backward to unlock the helmet pin. (P130) Use the helmet holder only when parked. when only holder helmet the Use Helmet holder Helmet pin Helmet Holder Helmet is holder on left located the helmet The rail. grab u !a !b Shelter case lid Shelter case Except GL1800DA Do not store valuables in the shelter case. Do not store valuables before case is closed shelter the sure Make riding. Be floodcareful not to this area when motorcycle. your washing Shelter case opener case Shelter u u u Shelter Case Case Shelter lightweightis for case items. The shelter shouldCargo not exceed: kg) 6.6 lb (3.0 the shelter case opener, Press the shelter case lid opens. until the lid push shelter case, To close the closed. it is firmly (P126) ,Owner’s Helmet holder hanger Holder Hanger Rubber strap

Canada model only model Canada Canada model only model Canada Tool kit Tool Opening the Left Saddlebag Owner’s manual ❙ Tool Kit ManualHelmet and only), owner’s model kit (Canada The tool are helmetmanual and hanger holder the left saddlebag. stored in strap. with the rubber them Secure with System manual Store the Navigation manual. the owner’s WARNINGWARNING Riding with a helmet attached to the interfere holder can your with ability to safely operate the motorcycle and you which a crash in lead to could canhurtseriously be or killed. only while holder the helmet Use Do not ride with a helmetparked. secured by the holder. (Continued) Slit Helmet holder hanger holder Helmet Helmet holder button Insert the helmet holder hanger in the in hanger holder Insert the helmet the left slit on the into shown direction rail. grab the helmet holder, pushTo lock the helmet holder button while putting the helmet holder pin through the hole of holder hanger. the helmet saddlebag. the left Close Pin Hole Storage Equipment Storage !d !e !f helmet After using the holder hanger, saddlebag. it in the left to store sure make

Operation Guide 130 Operation Guide 131 Level 5 Level Level 1 lowest temperature highest temperature Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 e grip heater button : Press the handle grip : Press the grip heater handle button : Press and hold the handl Off (blank) Maintains the selected level when the to switch and back is turned OFF ignition ON. (P110) Do not leave the Do not leave grip heater handle in the high position for a long time on a on a long time position for the high warm day. Start the Start engine. The button. heater handle grip the Press is on. heater handle grip Select the level heater the by pressing switch. u To Operate the HandleTo Grip Heater Operate Heater the Handle Grip To Turn Off ❙ !a !b !c ❙ the handle grip heater and hold Press handlebutton until the heater grip level displayindicator goes off. heater and heater not use the handle grip the with Do result at engine idle for a It may long time. dead) battery. low (or in a Heater level Heater (P179)

Handle grip heater button heater grip Handle Handle grip heater indicator grip heater Handle Handle Grip Heater Indicator: Handle Grip Heater Heater Level: If the handle grip heater indicator indicator heater grip handle If the blinks: The is changed heater selected each level is button heater handle grip time the pressed. ❙ is grip heater when the handle Displayed on. ❙ Comfort & Convenience Adjustment Convenience & Comfort Heater Grip Handle This motorcycle handle with a is equipped hands grip up your that warms heater during ride. Wear to protect your hands gloves the from heated grips. lowest temperature Level 5 highest temperature Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1 : Press therider seat heater button button seat heater rider the and hold Press : Off (blank) (P110) (Continued) Do not leave the seat not leave Do seat in the heater the high position for a long ontime a warm day. Start the Start engine. button. The heater seat Press the rider on. is seat heater rider Select the level heater the by pressing button. seat heater rider u To Operate the RiderSeat Heater the To Operate Heater Seat the Rider To Turn Off a b c Maintains the selected level when the selected the Maintains ignitionOFF and then back turnedis switch ON. engine the heaters with seat the not use Do result in a low at idle for a long time. It may (or dead) battery. not use the seat heater when the seat is Do torn, cut or damaged as you can get burned. to the seat, stress excessive not apply Do tie-down articles to it with by securing e.g. straps during transportation. ❙ ! ! ❙ buttonandPress untilthe rider seat hold level heater indicator and heater seat rider display goesoff. ! Heater level GL1800/D/DA Rider seat heater indicator Rider seat heater Rider Seat Heater Button Rider heater button Rider seat The on rider seat heater button is located panel. switch the center The is changed heater selected level each button is pressed. heater seat time the ❙ Comfort & Convenience Adjustment & Convenience Comfort HeaterSeat the seat with equipped is This motorcycle heaters warms up that seat the rider’s and on riding comfortable for seat passenger’s a cold day. heater buttons adjust the seat To operate, started. with the engine with the engine seat heaters the use Do not long at idle for a time. result in It may a low battery. (or dead)

Operation Guide 132 Operation Guide 133

Passenger seat heater indicator Rider seat heater indicator seat heater Rider Seat Heater Indicators Seat Heater If the seat heater indicators blink: indicators heater seat the If (P180) ❙ on. If is each seat heater when Displayed your see indicator blinks, heater the seat servicing. dealer for Do not use the seat heater with the engine with heater seat use the Do not a low result in time. It may for a long at idle (or dead) battery. when the seat heater Do not use seat is the can get you damaged as torn, cut or burned. stressDo not applyexcessive theto seat, to it with tie-down securing articles e.g. by transportation.straps during Passenger seat Passenger switch heater mark X mark X (P110) The highest temperature is 5 and the The highest temperature lowest temperature is1. in the the seat heater leave Do not high positionfortime a long on a day. warm Start the engine. the engine. Start by rotating the level heater Select the heater switch. seat passenger level, align the To set the desired heater number on the switch with the nearby the switch. u u To Turn Off To Turn Off the Passenger Seat Heater To Operate the To Operate Seat Heater Passenger Passenger Seat Heater Seat Passenger Switch ❙ switch heater seat the passenger Rotate and align OFF the on the switch with the X mark. heater indicator goes The passenger seat off. ❙ !a !b ❙ is located switch heater seat The passenger saddlebag. left the on has 6 heater switch seat The passenger positions 4, (OFF, 1, 2, 3, 5 indicated on the switch). Turning the ignitionTurning the to OFF will switch lower automatically to windscreen the its position. original turning windscreen raised after To keep the such as when system, electrical off the it, turn the ignitionwashing OFF to switch whilepushing the windscreen adjusting lever upwards. Pushing lever lever Pushing downward Windscreen adjusting lever adjusting Windscreen (Continued) Pushing lever upward To Adjust Height Windscreen ❙ switch to ON. When the ignition Turn 3 mph (5 traveling km/h), the faster than adjusts to the windscreen automatically position at when it was ignitionthe switch OFF. was last turned to windscreen Pushing the adjusting lever upwards raises the windscreen, and pushing downwards it the lowers windscreen. lowered raised or be The windscreen will while the adjusting lever is being pressed. the windscreen, make lower When you safe position will allow the new sure operationmotorcycle. of the Comfort & Convenience Adjustment & Convenience Comfort Windscreen Adjustable You can adjust your windscreen height higher lower according or to your preference. you should adjustIf possible, your windscreen height eye level to below for better visibility.

Operation Guide 134 Operation Guide 135 To Close the Windscreen Ventilationthe Windscreen To Close Louver ❙ louverthePush until center of the the louver is firmly closed. ation Louver ation Release button Release Windscreen ventilation louver To Operate the To Operate Windscreen Ventilation Louver Press the release button, then the the then button, Press the release windscreen ventilationlouver pops-up. Windscreen Ventil Windscreen the windscreenutilize ventilation You can air. fresh of the flow direct to louver ❙ )./-%DQQMࡍ࡯ࠫ㧞㧜㧝㧣ᐕ㧝㧜᦬㧡ᣣޓᧁᦐᣣޓඦᓟ㧞ᤨ㧠㧟ಽ

Maintenance

Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. An optional larger tool kit may be available. Check with your Honda dealer’s parts department.

Maintenance

Importance of Maintenance ...... P. 137 Final Drive Oil ...... P. 159 Other Replacement ...... P. 170 Maintenance Schedule...... P. 138 Brakes ...... P. 160 Honda SMART Key Battery...... P. 170 Maintenance Fundamentals ...... P. 140 Side Stand ...... P. 163 Removing & Installing Body Components . P. 150 Clutch...... P. 164 Battery ...... P. 150 Throttle...... P. 165 Cylinder Head Side Cover...... P. 151 Crankcase Breather...... P. 166 Fog Light Cover...... P. 151 Other Adjustments ...... P. 167 Left Engine Side Cover ...... P. 152 Headlight Aim ...... P. 167 Side Cover...... P. 152 Clutch and Brake Levers ...... P. 167 Spark Plug...... P. 153 Electrical Adjustable Suspension Engine Oil ...... P. 154 GL1800/D/DA ...... P. 168 Coolant...... P. 158 Rear Suspension GL1800B/BD ...... P. 169 Importance of Maintenance

Importance of Maintenance For information about the exhaust emission Maintenance Safety and noise emission requirements of the Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Always read the maintenance instructions is absolutely essential to your safety and to (EPA), the California Air Resources Board before you begin each task, and make sure protect your investment, obtain maximum (CARB), and the Environment and Climate that you have the tools, parts, and skills performance, avoid breakdowns, and Change Canada (ECCC). 2 P. 223 required. reduce air pollution. Maintenance is the We cannot warn you of every conceivable owner’s responsibility. Be sure to inspect hazard that can arise in performing USA your motorcycle before each ride, and maintenance. Only you can decide whether

Maintenance, replacement or repair of Maintenance perform the periodic checks specified in the the emission control devices and or not you should perform a given task. Maintenance Schedule. 2 P. 138 systems may be performed by any motorcycle repair establishment or Follow these guidelines when performing WARNINGWARNING individual using parts that are maintenance. ● “certified“ to EPA standards. Stop the engine and turn the ignition Improperly maintaining your switch to OFF. motorcycle or failing to correct a ● Place your motorcycle on a firm, level problem before you ride can cause a surface using the side stand, center stand crash in which you can be seriously ( GL1800/D/DA ) or a maintenance stand to hurt or killed. provide support. ● Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and Always follow the inspection and other high-temperature parts to cool maintenance recommendations and before servicing as you can get burned. schedules in this owner’s manual. ● Run the engine only when instructed, and do so in a well-ventilated area.

137 Maintenance Schedule

The maintenance schedule specifies the All scheduled maintenance is considered a maintenance requirements necessary to normal owner operating cost and will be ensure safe, dependable performance, and charged to you by your dealer. Retain all proper emission control. receipts. If you sell the motorcycle, these receipts should be transferred with the Maintenance work should be performed in motorcycle to the new owner. accordance with Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and

Maintenance equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all of these requirements. Keep an accurate record of maintenance to help ensure that your motorcycle is properly maintained. Make sure that whomever performs the maintenance completes this record.

138 Maintenance Schedule

Frequency*1 Maintenance Level Regular Refer Items x 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24 to : Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless Replace you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. x 1,000 km 1.0 6.4 12.8 19.2 25.6 32.0 38.4 page Procedures are provided in an official Honda Service Manual. Fuel Line – I I I (2 P. 228) Throttle Operation I I I 165 : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle Air Cleaner*2 R – serviced by your dealer. Crankcase Breather*3 166 Spark Plug R 153 Maintenance Legend : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) Valve Clearance I – I :Clean Engine Oil R R R 1 Year 154 R :Replace

Engine Oil Filter R R 155 Maintenance Clutch Oil Filter (GL1800BD/D/DA) R R 157 Notes: Engine Idle Speed I I I – *1 : At higher odometer reading, repeat at the frequency interval 5 Emission-related Items Emission-related Radiator Coolant* I I I 3 Years 158 established here. Cooling System I I I – *2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. Secondary Air Supply System I – *3 : Service more frequently when riding in rain or at full throttle. Evaporative Emission Control – System*4 I *4 : 50 STATE (meets California) Final Drive Oil 3 Years 159 *5 : Replacement requires mechanical skill. Brake Fluid*5 I I I I I I 2 Years 160 Brake Pads Wear I I I I I I 161 Brake System I I I 140 Brake Light Switch I I I 162 Brake Lock Operation 162 (GL1800BD/D/DA) I I I I I I Headlight Aim I I I 167 Clutch System (GL1800/B) I I I 167 Clutch Fluid*5 (GL1800/B) I I I I I I 2 Years 164 Reverse Operation (GL1800/B) I I I – Side Stand I I I 163 Non-Emission-Related Items Non-Emission-Related Suspension I I I – Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners I I I – Wheels/Tires I I I – Steering Head Bearings I I I –

139 Maintenance Fundamentals

Pre-ride Inspection Check the following items before you get Check the following items after you get on on your motorcycle: your motorcycle: To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to ● Tire tread wear and air pressures are ● Throttle action moves smoothly without perform a pre-ride inspection and make within limits. 2 P. 147 binding. 2 P. 165 sure that any problem you find is corrected. ● Lights, horn, and turn signals operate ● Brake lever and pedal operate normally. A pre-ride inspection is a must, not only for normally. ● Check the fuel level and refuel when safety, but because having a breakdown, or needed. 2 P. 15, 125 even a flat tire, can be a major Check the following items if you are ● Engine stop switch functions properly. inconvenience. carrying a passenger or cargo:

Maintenance 2 P. 48 ● Combined weight is within load limits. 2 P. 233, 235 Check the following items at regular ● Cargo is secured properly. intervals: ● Suspension is adjusted to suit load. ● Oil level is between the upper and lower 2 P. 168, 169 level marks. 2 P. 154 ● Brake fluid level is Front: above the LWR mark. 2 P. 160 Rear: above the LWR mark. 2 P. 160 ● GL1800/B Clutch fluid level is above the LWR mark. 2 P. 164 ● Engine coolant level is between the UPPER and LOWER level marks. 2 P. 158 ● Side stand functions properly. 2 P. 163 ● GL1800BD/D/DA Parking brake works properly. 2 P. 162

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Periodic Checks Check the air pressure (2 P. 147), examine tread for wear and Tires and wheels You should also perform other periodic damage (2 P. 147), and check the wheels for damage. maintenance checks at least once a month Check the engine oil level (2 P. 154), engine coolant level (2 P. regardless of how often you ride, or more Fluid levels 158), clutch fluid level (GL1800/B ) (2 P. 164), final drive oil level often if you ride frequently. (2 P. 159) and brake fluid level (2 P. 160). Also, check the odometer reading against Check that the headlight, brake light, taillight, turn signals and the Maintenance Schedule and perform all Lights license plate light are working properly. maintenance that is due. 2 P. 138 Check the freeplay of the throttle grip (2 P. 165). Check the Maintenance clutch lever (GL1800/B ) (2 P. 167), front brake lever (2 P. 167), Controls rear brake pedal, and parking brake (GL1800BD/D/DA ) (2 P. 162) operate properly. Fuses Check that you have a full supply of spare fuses. Nuts & bolts Check the major nuts and bolts, and tighten as needed.

141 Maintenance Fundamentals

Replacing Parts WARNINGWARNING Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. make your motorcycle unsafe and When ordering colored components, cause a crash in which you can be specify the model name, color and code seriously hurt or killed. mentioned on the color label. The color label is attached on the reverse Always use Honda Genuine Parts or side of the fuel lid. 2 P. 125

Maintenance equivalents that have been designed Color label and approved for your motorcycle.

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Battery ❙ What to do in an emergency If any of the following occur, immediately WARNINGWARNING Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free see your doctor. The battery gives off explosive type battery. You do not have to check the ● Electrolyte splashes into your eyes: hydrogen gas during normal battery electrolyte level or add distilled u Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool operation. water. Clean the battery terminals if they water for at least 15 minutes. Using become dirty or corroded. water under pressure can damage A spark or flame can cause the Do not remove the battery cap seals. There your eyes. battery to explode with enough is no need to remove the cap when ●

Electrolyte splashes onto your skin: force to kill or seriously hurt you. Maintenance charging. u Remove affected clothing and wash your skin thoroughly using water. Wear protective clothing and a face NOTICE ● Electrolyte splashes into your mouth: shield, or have a skilled mechanic do An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, the battery servicing. the environment and human health. and do not swallow. Always confirm local regulations for proper battery WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and disposal instruction. related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.

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❙ Cleaning the Battery Terminals ❙ Charging NOTICE Remove the battery. 2 P. 150 If you use electrical accessories that drain 1. Improper charging can damage the battery. If you can’t 2. If the terminals are starting to corrode the battery or you do not ride frequently, charge the battery or it appears unable to hold a and are coated with a white substance, we recommend that you charge the battery charge, contact your dealer. wash with warm water and wipe clean. every 30 days using a charger designed 3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, specifically for your Honda, which can be NOTICE clean and polish the terminals with a purchased from your dealer. Read the Jump starting using an automobile battery can damage wire brush or sandpaper. Wear safety information that came with your battery your motorcycle’s electrical system and is not recommended. Bump starting is also not

Maintenance glasses. charger and follow the instructions on the recommended. battery. Avoid using an automobile-type battery charger, as these can overheat a NOTICE motorcycle battery and cause permanent Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can damage. overload the electrical system, discharging the battery Make sure the ignition switch is turned to and possibly damaging the system. OFF before charging the battery.

4. After cleaning, reinstall the battery.

The battery has a limited life span. Consult your dealer about when you should replace the battery. Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type.

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Fuses Engine Oil *1. The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality two classes: MA and MB. For example, the motorcycle. If something electrical on your deteriorates according to riding conditions following label shows the MA classification. motorcycle stops working, check for and and time elapsed. replace any blown fuses. 2 P. 205 Check the engine oil level regularly, and add Oil code the recommended engine oil if necessary. ❙ Inspecting and Replacing Fuses Dirty oil or old oil should be changed as soon Oil classification Turn the ignition switch OFF to remove and as possible. inspect fuses. If a fuse is blown, replace *2. The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity. Maintenance with a fuse of the same rating. For fuse ❙ Selecting the Engine Oil *3. The API classification specifies the quality and performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or ratings, see “Specifications.” 2 P. 234, 236 For recommended engine oil, see higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy “Specifications.” 2 P. 233, 235 Blown fuse 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*1: MA 2 NOTICE ● SAE standard* : 10W-30 Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating ● API classification*3: SG or higher Not recommended Recommended greatly increases the chance of damage to the electrical system. If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical fault. Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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Brake Fluid (Clutch Fluid) Final Drive Oil Crankcase Breather

Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an Recommended final drive oil: Service more frequently when riding in rain, emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a Hypoid gear oil SAE 80 at full throttle, or after the motorcycle is sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the washed or overturned. Service if the brake and clutch system serviced by your deposit level can be seen in the transparent dealer as soon as possible. Recommended Coolant section of the drain tube. NOTICE Pro Honda HP Coolant is a pre-mixed Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. If the drain tube overflows, the air filter Maintenance Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. solution of antifreeze and distilled water. may become contaminated with engine oil Concentration: causing poor engine performance. 2 P. 166 Recommended brake fluid: 50% antifreeze and 50% distilled Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent water

A concentration of antifreeze below 40% WARNINGWARNING will not provide proper corrosion and cold temperature protection. Clean filler cap before removing. A concentration of up to 60% will provide Use only DOT 4 fluid from a sealed better protection in colder climates. container. NOTICE Using coolant not specified for aluminum engines or tap/mineral water can cause corrosion.

146 Maintenance Fundamentals

Tires (Inspecting/Replacing) Even if the direction of the valve stem is ❙ Inspecting for Abnormal Wear changed, do not return it to the original Inspect the tires for ❙ Checking the Air Pressure position. Have your motorcycle inspected signs of abnormal Even though your motorcycle is equipped by your dealer. wear on the with tire pressure monitoring system contact surface. (TPMS), visually inspect your tires and use Left side an air pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month or any time you think the tires look low. Always check air pressure when your tires are cold. Maintenance

GL1800/D/DA Do not adjust tire pressure using the values indicated on the tire pressure gauge of the INFO 1 display. Valve stem The tire pressure values indicated on the tire pressure gauge of the INFO 1 display may not match actual values, because the ❙ Inspecting for Damage tire pressure gauge indication is not Inspect the tires for updated instantly and is updated only at a cuts, slits, or cracks certain period. that exposes fabric or cords, or nails or other foreign objects embedded in the side of the tire or the tread. Also inspect for any unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of the tires.

continued 147 Maintenance Fundamentals

❙ Inspecting Tread Depth Have your tires replaced by your dealer. ● Each wheel is equipped with a tire Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they For recommended tires, air pressure and pressure sensor mounted inside the tire become visible, replace the tires minimum tread depth, see behind the valve stem. You must use immediately. “Specifications.” 2 P. 233, 235 TPMS specific wheels. Not using TPMS For safe riding, you should replace the tires Follow these guidelines whenever you specific wheels can cause an air leak, a when the minimum tread depth is reached. replace tires. tire pressure monitoring system failure, ● Use the recommended tires or or both. equivalents of the same size,

Maintenance construction, speed rating, and load or TWI range. WARNINGWARNING ● Have the wheel balanced with Honda Installing improper tires on your Genuine balance weights or equivalent motorcycle can adversely affect Wear indicator after the tire is installed. handling and stability, and can cause location mark ● Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tire a crash in which you can be seriously on this motorcycle. Excessive heat build- hurt or killed. WARNINGWARNING up can cause the tube to burst. ● Use only tubeless tires on this Always use the size and type of tires Riding on tires that are excessively motorcycle. The rims are designed for recommended in this owner’s worn or improperly inflated can tubeless tires, and during hard manual. cause a crash in which you can be acceleration or braking, a tube-type tire seriously hurt or killed. could slip on the rim and cause the tire to rapidly deflate. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tires inflation and maintenance.

148 Maintenance Fundamentals

Tire Service Life ❙ Tire Identification Number (TIN) Air Cleaner The tire identification number (TIN) is a The service life of your tires is dependent on This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous group of numbers and letters located on many factors, including, but not limited to, type air cleaner element which cannot be the sidewall of the tire. riding habits, road conditions, vehicle cleaned with compressed air or otherwise loading, tire air pressure, maintenance a! b! !c without degrading its performance. history, speed, and environmental DOT XXXX XXXX 22 09 conditions (even when the tires are not in DOT: This indicates that the tire meets If the filter becomes dirty, replace it with a use). all requirements of the U.S. new one. Department of Transportation. Maintenance In addition to your regular inspections and !a XXXX: Factory code maintenance, it is recommended that you !b XXXX: Tire type code have annual inspections performed once !c 22 09: Date of manufacture (week the tires reach 5 years old. It is also year). recommended that all tires be removed Example: week 22 in year 09. from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition Tire Labeling Example or state of wear. Tire identification number (TIN) The last four digits of the TIN (tire identification number) indicate the date of manufacture.

149 Removing & Installing Body Components

6. Remove the battery holder from the Battery GL1800D/DA Canada model hook. Positive + terminal ❙ Removal 7. Remove the battery taking care not to Make sure the ignition switch is turned to drop the terminal nuts. OFF. Hook After turning the ignition switch OFF, wait more than 60 seconds and then remove the negative cable of the battery. Because the

Maintenance electrical system may not function correctly. Negative - terminal 1. Remove the left side cover. 2 P. 152 4. Remove the battery holder bolt. 2. Disconnect the negative - terminal 5. Swing the battery holder as shown to Battery holder from the battery. avoid interference against the seat. 3. Disconnect the positive + terminal from ❙ Installation the battery. Battery holder Install the parts in the reverse order of Except GL1800D/DA Canada model removal. Always connect the positive + Positive + terminal terminal first. Make sure that bolts and nuts are tight.

Make sure the clock information is correct after the battery is reconnected. 2 P. 77

For proper handling of the battery, see Battery holder bolt “Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 140 “Battery Goes Dead.” 2 P. 203 Negative - terminal

150 Removing & Installing Body Components u Cylinder Head Side Cover

Cylinder Head Side Cover The right and left cylinder head side cover Fog Light Cover can be removed in the same way.

Grommet Screw B ❙ Removal 1. Remove the fog light cover. 2 P. 151 2. Remove the screw A and B. 3. Remove the prongs from the lower cover.

4. Pull the grommet from the boss on the Maintenance cylinder head and slide the cylinder head side cover forward, then remove it. Screws Tabs ❙ Installation Fog light cover Screw A Prongs Install the parts in the reverse order of The right and left fog light cover can be removal. Cylinder head side cover removed in the same way.

❙ Removal 1. Remove the screws. 2. Release the tabs from the cylinder head side cover. 3. Remove the fog light cover.

❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

151 Removing & Installing Body Components u Left Engine Side Cover

Left Engine Side Cover Side Cover ❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of Tab removal.

Bosses Maintenance

Bosses

Left engine side cover Side cover

❙ Removal The right and left side cover can be removed in the same way. 1. Release the bosses from the grommets. 2. Remove the left engine side cover. ❙ Removal ❙ Installation 1. Open the saddlebag. 2 P. 126 2. Remove the bosses. Install the parts in the reverse order of 3. Release the tab from the saddlebag removal. cover. 4. Remove the side cover.

152 Spark Plug Changing Spark Plug 3. Disconnect the connectors from the 9. Install the parts in the reverse order of direct ignition coils. removal. For the recommended spark plugs, see 4. Remove the bolts and direct ignition u When reinstalling, make sure the wire “Specifications.” 2 P. 233, 235 coils. grommets are installed in place as 5. Clean any dirt around the spark plug shown. Use only the recommended type of spark bases. Right side Grommets plugs in the recommended heat range. 6. Remove the spark plugs using a suitable spark plug wrench. NOTICE

7. Install new spark plugs. With the plug Maintenance Using a spark plug with an improper heat range can washers attached, thread the spark cause engine damage. plugs in by hand to prevent cross- 1. Remove the left and right fog light threading. covers. 2 P. 151 8. Tighten the spark plugs. 2. Remove the left and right cylinder head • Installing a new plug, tighten it twice side covers. 2 P. 151 to prevent loosening: a) First, tighten the plug: Spark plug Connector 1 turn after it seats. Left side Grommet b)Then loosen the plug. c) Next, tighten the plug again: 1/8 turn after it seats.

NOTICE An improperly tightened spark plug can damage the engine. If a plug is too loose, a piston may be damaged. If a plug is too tight, the threads may be damaged. Direct ignition coil Bolt

153 Engine Oil

6. Check that the oil level is between the Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap upper level and lower level marks on the GL1800D/DA Canada model dipstick. Check the engine oil with the Idling Stop 7. Securely install the dipstick. system disabled. 2 P. 61

1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for Adding Engine Oil 3 to 5 minutes.

Maintenance 2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and wait If the engine oil is below or near the lower for 2 to 3 minutes. level mark, add the recommended engine 3. Place your motorcycle in an upright oil. 2 P. 145, 233, 235 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap. position on a firm, level surface. 1. Remove the oil fill cap. Add the 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. recommended oil until it reaches the NOTICE 5. Insert the dipstick until it seats, but don't upper level mark. Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can screw it in. u Place your motorcycle in an upright cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different position on a firm, level surface when brands and grades of oil. They may affect lubrication and clutch operation. checking the oil level. For the recommended oil and oil selection Upper u Do not overfill above the upper level guidelines, see “Maintenance level mark. u Make sure no foreign objects enter Fundamentals.” 2 P. 145 the oil filler opening. Lower u Wipe up any spills immediately. level

Dipstick

154 Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter

Changing Engine Oil & Filter 4. GL1800BD/D/DA Place a drain pan GL1800BD/D/DA under the drain bolt A, drain bolt B, Drain bolt C/sealing washer Changing the oil and filter requires special drain bolt C and engine oil filter. tools. We recommend that you have your GL1800/B Place a drain pan under the motorcycle serviced by your dealer. drain bolt and engine oil filter. 5. GL1800BD/D/DA Remove the oil fill Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or cap, drain bolt A, drain bolt B, drain equivalent specified for your model. bolt C and sealing washers to drain the

oil. Maintenance NOTICE GL1800/B Remove the oil fill cap, drain Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage bolt and sealing washer to drain the oil. to the engine. Drain bolt A/ Drain bolt B/ Oil fill cap sealing washer sealing washer GL1800D/DA Canada model Check the engine oil with the Idling Stop system disabled. GL1800/B

1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface.

Drain bolt/sealing washer

continued 155 Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter

6. Remove the oil filter with a filter 9. GL1800BD/D/DA Install new sealing 10. Fill the crankcase with the wrench and let the remaining oil drain washers onto the drain bolt A, drain recommended oil (2 P. 145, 233, 235) out. Make sure the prior seal is not bolt B and drain bolt C. Tighten the and install the oil fill cap. stuck to the engine. drain bolts to the specified torque. Required oil: u Discard the oil and oil filter at an GL1800/B Install new sealing washer GL1800BD/D/DA: approved recycling center. onto the drain bolt. Tighten the drain When changing oil & engine oil bolt to the specified torque. filter: Seal Torque: 4.9 US qt (4.6 liters) rubber Maintenance GL1800BD/D/DA: When changing oil only: Drain bolt A: 4.6 US qt (4.4 liters) 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) Drain bolt B: GL1800/B: 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) When changing oil & engine oil Drain bolt C: filter: Oil filter 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) 3.9 US qt (3.7 liters) When changing oil only: GL1800/B: 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters) 7. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the Drain bolt: rubber seal of a new oil filter. 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) 11. Check the oil level. 2 P. 154 8. Install the new oil filter and tighten. 12. Check that there are no oil leaks. Torque: 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m)

156 Engine Oil u Changing Clutch Oil Filter

Changing Clutch Oil Filter 7. Install the clutch oil filter cover bolts Rubber seal and tighten. GL1800BD/D/DA Clutch 8. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the Use a new Honda Genuine clutch oil filter oil filter rubber seal of a new engine oil filter. or equivalent specified for your model. 2 P. 156 “OUT-SIDE” 9. Install the new engine oil filter and NOTICE Using the wrong clutch oil filter can result in serious tighten. damage to the transmission. Torque: 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m) Maintenance 10. Replace the sealing washers with new 1. Follow the steps 1- 6 of Changing ones. Install the drain bolts and tighten Engine Oil & Filter. 2 P. 155 them. 2 P. 155 2. Place a drain pan under the clutch oil filter cover. Spring Torque: 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) 3. Remove the clutch oil filter cover, 11. Fill the crankcase with the spring and clutch oil filter by removing recommended oil (2 P. 145, 233, 235) the oil filter cover bolts. Cover bolts Oil filter cover/O-ring and install the oil fill cap. u Discard the oil and clutch oil filter at an approved recycling center. 4. Install a new clutch oil filter with the Required oil: rubber seal facing in, toward the When changing oil, engine oil engine. You will see “OUT-SIDE” mark filter & clutch oil filter: on the clutch oil filter body, toward the 4.9 US qt (4.6 liters) filter cover. 5. Replace the O-ring and apply a thin 12. Check the oil level. (2 P. 154) coat of engine oil to new O-ring before 13. Check that there are no oil leaks. installing it. 6. Install the spring and the clutch oil filter cover.

157 Coolant

Checking the Coolant Adding Coolant WARNINGWARNING 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. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level (2 P. 146) until the level reaches the UPPER to spray out, potentially scalding surface. level mark. you. 2. Remove the left engine side cover. 2 P. Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap 152 and do not remove radiator cap. Always let the engine and radiator 2 Maintenance 3. Hold your motorcycle in an upright 1. Remove the left engine side cover. P. cool down before removing the position. 152 radiator cap. 4. Check that the coolant level is between 2. Remove the reserve tank cap and add the UPPER level and LOWER level marks fluid while monitoring the coolant level. in the reserve tank. u Do not overfill above the UPPER level Changing Coolant mark. Reserve tank Reserve tank cap Have your dealer change the coolant unless u Make sure no foreign objects enter you have the proper tools and are the reserve tank opening. mechanically qualified. 3. Securely reinstall the reserve tank cap. 4. Install the left engine side cover.

UPPER level

LOWER level

If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a serious leak. Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer. 158 Final Drive Oil

1. Pour the final drive oil into the oil fill Checking the Final Drive Oil Oil fill hole cap hole until it reaches the lower edge of 1. Hold the motorcycle upright on firm the opening. O-ring level ground. u Do not over fill above the lower edge 2. Remove the oil fill hole cap and O-ring. of oil fill hole. 3. Check the oil level. It should be flush u Make sure no foreign objects enter with the lower edge of the oil fill hole. the oil fill hole. u Wipe up any spills immediately. Oil fill hole cap Lower edge

2. Install a new O-ring onto the oil fill hole Maintenance cap. Tighten the oil fill hole cap. Torque: 5.9 lbf·ft (8 N·m, 0.8 kgf·m) Sealing washer Drain bolt 4. Install a new sealing washer onto the Lower edge Changing Final Drive Oil drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt. O-ring 1. Hold the motorcycle upright on firm Torque: 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m, 1.2 kgf·m) level ground. 5. Fill the final gear with the recommended 2. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt. oil. 2 P. 146 3. Remove the oil fill hole cap, O-ring, Required oil: 4.7 US oz (140 cm3) Adding Final Drive Oil drain bolt, and sealing washer to drain the oil. 6. Check the oil level. It should be flush If the final drive oil level is low, check for oil with the lower edge of the oil fill hole. leaks. Add the recommended final drive oil 7. Install a new O-ring onto the oil fill hole (2 P. 146) until it reaches the lower edge of cap. Tighten the oil fill hole cap. the opening. Torque: 5.9 lbf·ft (8 N·m, 0.8 kgf·m)

8. Check that there are no oil leaks.

159 Brakes

If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is Checking Brake Fluid Front Front brake below the LWR mark or the brake lever and fluid reservoir 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright pedal freeplay becomes excessive, inspect position on a firm, level surface. the brake pads for wear. If the brake pads 2. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is are not worn, you most likely have a leak. horizontal and that the fluid level is Have your motorcycle inspected by your above the LWR mark. dealer. Maintenance LWR level mark

Rear Rear brake fluid reservoir

LWR level mark

160 Brakes u Inspecting the Brake Pads

If necessary have the pads replaced by your Inspecting the Brake Pads 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.

Front The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the bottom of the indicator. Rear Wear Disc Maintenance The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad indicators is worn to the indicator.

Rear Brake pads 1. Front Inspect the brake pads from in front of the brake caliper. u Always inspect both left and right brake calipers. 2. Rear Inspect the brake pads from below the brake caliper. Wear Disc indicator

161 Brakes u Checking the Parking Brake

Checking the Parking Brake Adjusting the Brake Light

GL1800D/BD/DA Switch Place your motorcycle on a firm, level Check the operation of the brake light surface. Stop the engine and push your switch. motorcycle while set the parking brake to check the efficacy of the parking brake. Hold the brake light switch and turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch

Maintenance If the efficacy of the parking brake operates too late, or turn the nut in the becomes weak, have the brake adjusted by direction B if the switch operates too soon. your dealer. Adjusting nut Parking brake lever A

B

Brake light switch

162 Side Stand

Checking the Side Stand 4. GL1800/B Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift the transmission into gear. GL1800D/BD/DA Start the engine and press the D switch to switch the transmission into AT MODE (D). 5. Lower the side stand all the way. The

engine should stop as you lower the side Maintenance stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, have your motorcycle inspected by your Side stand spring dealer. 1. Check that the side stand operates smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease. 2. Check the spring for damage or loss of tension. 3. GL1800/B Sit on the motorcycle, shift the transmission to Neutral, and raise the side stand. GL1800D/BD/DA Sit on the motorcycle and raise the side stand.

163 Clutch Checking Clutch Fluid 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. GL1800/B 2. Check that the clutch fluid reservoir is horizontal and that the fluid level is Clutch fluid reservoir above the LWR mark.

If the fluid level is low or if you find fluid leaks, or deterioration or cracks in the

Maintenance hoses and fittings, have the clutch system serviced by your dealer.

LWR level mark

164 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 motorcycle inspected by your dealer. Maintenance

Throttle

165 Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather

1. Remove the left fog light cover. 2 P. 151 2. Remove the left cylinder head side cover. 2 P. 151 3. Place a suitable container under the crankcase breather tube.

Maintenance 4. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug from the tube. Crankcase breather tube plug 5. Drain deposits into a suitable container. 6. Install the crankcase breather tube plug. 7. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

166 Other Adjustments

Adjusting the Headlight Aim Adjusting the Clutch and Brake lever Forward You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight Brake Levers Adjuster Brake lever for proper alignment. Turn the adjusting You can adjust the distances between the knob in or out as necessary. tip of the clutch lever GL1800/B only and Obey local laws and regulations. handle grip, and between the tip of the brake lever and handle grip. Left Right

Lower Lower ❙ Adjustment method Maintenance Turn the adjuster until the numbers align with the index mark while pushing the lever Index mark Handle grip forward in the desired position. Raise Raise After adjustment, check that the lever Clutch lever (GL1800/B only) Adjuster operates correctly before riding. Forward Clutch lever NOTICE Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limit. Left adjusting Right adjusting knob knob

Handle grip Index mark

167 Other Adjustments u Selecting the Electrical Adjustable Suspension

Selecting the Electrical NOTICE Adjustable Suspension The front and rear shock absorber damper units contain high pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to GL1800/D/DA disassemble, service, or improperly dispose of the The electrical adjustable suspension allows damper. See your dealer. the preload of the rear suspension to be adjusted in four levels according to riding and load conditions. Maintenance Preload can be adjusted on the multi- information display. (P29)

When the riding mode is changed, front and rear suspension damping is automatically adjusted to a setting corresponding to the mode. (P118)

Suspension preload indicator

168 Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Rear Suspension

Adjusting the Rear ❙ Spring Preload Suspension Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase spring preload (hard), or turn the adjuster GL1800B/BD counterclockwise to decrease spring You can adjust the spring preload of the preload (soft). rear suspension to suit the load or the road To set the standard position, turn the surface. adjuster counterclockwise until it will no longer turn (lightly seat), and then turn the NOTICE Maintenance Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits. adjuster clockwise until it clicks. This click is position 0 (minimum setting). The standard NOTICE position is 9 clicks from the minimum The rear shock absorber damper unit contains high setting (total setting: 33 clicks). pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to disassemble, service, or improperly dispose of the damper. See your Preload adjuster dealer.

169 Other Replacement Replacing the Honda SMART 1. Push the release button and remove the 3. With the emblem upward, separate the built-in key from the Honda SMART Key. Honda SMART Key by prying the built-in Key Battery key as shown in the illustration. Honda SMART Key If the Honda SMART Key indicator flashes 5 u Do not pry the built-in key forcibly. times when the ignition switch is turned u Do not touch the circuit or terminal. ON, the low battery pop-up information This may cause problems. Be careful to avoid scratching the appears, or the operating range becomes u waterproof covering or allowing dust unstable, replace the battery as soon as to enter. Maintenance possible. u Do not forcibly dismantle the Honda We recommend to see your dealer for this SMART Key body. service. Release button Built-in key Emblem Battery type: CR2032 2. Slightly insert the built-in key from the opposite side into the key hole. Key hole

Built-in key

Battery

170 Other Replacement u Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery

4. Replace the old battery with a new one with the positive + side facing up. WARNINGWARNING 5. Assemble the parts in the reverse order Chemical Burn Hazard: do not of disassembly. swallow battery. If swallowed, the battery can cause severe internal burns and even death.

• Keep battery away from children Maintenance and battery compartment securely closed. • If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. • Immediately seek medical attention if a child may have swallowed battery.

171 Troubleshooting

Engine Will Not Start...... P. 173 Low Tire Pressure Indicator...... P. 177 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Overheating (High coolant temperature TPMS Indicator...... P. 178 Not Operate Properly ...... P. 184 indicator is on) ...... P. 174 AIRBAG Indicator GL1800DA ...... P. 178 Activating the Electrical System in an Warning Indicators On or Flashing ..... P. 175 Other Warning Indications...... P. 179 Emergency...... P. 185 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... P. 175 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication ...... P. 179 If the Saddlebags or Travel Trunk Won't Open .. P. 187 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Handle Grip Heater Failure Indication Tire Puncture...... P. 189 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ..... P. 175 GL1800/D/DA ...... P. 179 Audio System Trouble...... P. 195 Combined ABS Indicator...... P. 175 Seat Heaters Failure Indication...... P. 180 Electrical Trouble ...... P. 203 Torque Control Indicator Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure Indication. P. 180 Battery Goes Dead...... P. 203 GL1800/D/DA ...... P. 176 If the “-” is Blinking in the Gear Position Indicator Burned-out Light Bulb ...... P. 203 Honda SMART Key Indicator ...... P. 176 While Riding (GL1800BD/D/DA) ...... P. 181 Blown Fuse...... P. 205 Clutch Temperature Indicator When the Idling Stop System Does Not Operate GL1800BD/D/DA ...... P. 177 Properly (GL1800D/DA Canada model) .. P. 182 Engine Will Not Start Starter Operates But Engine Starter Does Not Operate

Does Not Start Check the following items: ● Check the following items: Check the correct engine starting ● Check the correct engine starting sequence 2 P. 110 ● Check for a blown fuse 2 P. 205 sequence 2 P. 110 ● ● Check that there is gasoline in the fuel Check for a loose battery connection tank (2 P. 150) or battery terminal corrosion ● Check if the PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel (2 P. 143) ● Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check the condition of the battery (MIL) is on 2 P. 203 Troubleshooting u If the indicator lamp is on, contact If the problem continues, have your your dealer as soon as possible. motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

173 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 OFF. ● High coolant temperature indicator If the fan is not operating: comes on. Suspect a fault. Do not start the engine. ● The 6th (H) segment flashes in the Transport your motorcycle to your coolant temperature gauge. dealer. ● Acceleration becomes sluggish. If the fan is operating: If this occurs, pull safely to the side of the Allow the engine to cool with the road and perform the following procedure. ignition switch turned OFF. Extended fast idling may cause the high 3. After the engine has cooled, inspect the coolant temperature indicator to come on. radiator hose and check if there is a leak. Troubleshooting Also the 6th (H) segment will flash. 2 P. 158 If there is a leak: NOTICE Do not start the engine. Transport your Continuing to ride with an overheated engine can cause serious damage to the engine. motorcycle to your dealer. 4. Check the coolant level in the reserve 1. Stop the engine (2 P. 49), and then turn tank. 2 P. 158 the ignition switch to ON. u Add coolant as necessary. 5. If 1 - 4 check normal, you may continue riding, but closely monitor the coolant temperature gauge.

174 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 If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, Injection) Malfunction 1 second or more pull safely to the side of the road and stop Indicator Lamp (MIL) ● You turn the rear wheel while your the engine. motorcycle is lifted off the ground. If the indicator comes on while riding, you NOTICE may have a serious problem with the PGM- This is normal but the Combined ABS is not Continuing to ride with low oil pressure can cause FI system. Reduce speed and have your serious damage to the engine. in operation. To activate the system again, motorcycle inspected by your dealer as turn the ignition switch to OFF, and then to 1. Check the engine oil level, and add oil as soon as possible. ON again. necessary. 2 P. 154 2. Start the engine. Combined ABS Indicator Troubleshooting u Only continue riding if the low oil pressure indicator goes off. If the Combined ABS indicator operates in Rapid acceleration may momentarily cause one of the following ways, your brakes will the low oil pressure indicator to come on, continue to work as a conventional system, especially if the oil is at or near the low but without the Combined ABS function. level. Reduce your speed and have your If the low oil pressure indicator stays on motorcycle inspected by your dealer as when the oil level is at the proper level, stop soon as possible. the engine and contact your dealer. ● Indicator does not come on when the If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, ignition switch is turned ON your motorcycle may have a leak or another ● Indicator does not go off at speeds above serious problem. Have your motorcycle 3 mph (5 km/h) inspected by your dealer. ● Indicator comes on or starts flashing while riding

175 Warning Indicators On or Flashing u Torque Control Indicator

Torque Control Indicator indicator will go off after your speed However, this does not affect the operation reaches 3 mph (5 km/h). of your motorcycle until the ignition switch GL1800/D/DA turned OFF. If the indicator operates in one of the Honda SMART Key Indicator following ways, you may have a serious You may not be able to turn off the problem with the Torque Control. Reduce ❙ If the Honda SMART Key Indicator electrical system when losing the Honda your speed and have your motorcycle Flashes 5 times When the Ignition SMART Key while riding, or if the battery is inspected by your dealer as soon as Switch is Turned ON low, or because the system is affected by possible. Replacing the Honda SMART Key strong radio waves or noise. If this occurs, Battery 2 P. 170 turn the ignition switch counterclockwise ● Indicator comes on while riding. and hold it until the electrical system shut Troubleshooting ● Indicator does not come on when the ❙ When the Honda SMART Key off. ignition switch is turned on. Indicator is Flashing While the ● Indicator does not go off at speeds above Electrical System is On If you do not have the Honda SMART Key, 3 mph (5 km/h). the electrical system can be activated by The Honda SMART Key indicator flashes Even when the Torque Control indicator is means of emergency procedures. 2 P. 185 when communication between your on, your motorcycle will have normal riding motorcycle and Honda SMART Key stops ability without Torque Control function. after turning on the ignition switch. u When the indicator comes on while the It is probably caused by the following: Torque Control is in operation, you will ● Strong radio waves or noise are affecting have to completely close the throttle to the system regain normal riding ability. ● You lost the Honda SMART Key while riding The Torque Control indicator may come on if you rotate the rear wheel while your motorcycle is lifted off the ground. In this case, turn the ignition switch to OFF and then ON again. The Torque Control 176 Warning Indicators On or Flashing u Clutch Temperature Indicator

Clutch Temperature Indicator Low Tire Pressure Indicator If the low tire pressure indicator does not go off after inflating the tires to the GL1800BD/D/DA If the low tire pressure indicator flashes, specified values, have your dealer to check The clutch temperature indicator flashes if check your tires as soon as possible. the system as soon as possible. the clutch temperature becomes unusually If the low tire pressure indicator lights high. constantly, one or more of your tires is Riding on an underinflated tire causes the If the indicator flashes, pull safely to the significantly underinflated. You should stop tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. side of the road and shift the transmission and check your tires as soon as possible. to neutral, then idle the engine. For more information on temporary repair, Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency When the indicator goes off, riding can be refer to “Emergency Repair Using a Tire and tire tread life, and may affect the restarted. Repair Kit.” 2 P. 189 motorcycle’s handling and stopping ability. If this occurs frequently, contact your Troubleshooting dealer. Check the air pressure when the tires are Because tire pressure varies by temperature cold. (This means the motorcycle has been and other conditions, the low tire pressure parked for at least 3 hours.) indicator may turn on unexpectedly. NOTICE Adjust to the recommended tire pressures Continuing to ride with high clutch temperature can cause serious damage to the clutch. if necessary. 2 P. 233, 235 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and When the low tire pressure indicator it is the rider’s responsibility to maintain flashes or comes on, but you continue to correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation ride, the low tire pressure indicator will go has not reached the level of turning on the off in some cases. It is still necessary to low tire pressure indicator. check the air pressures of both tires after the tires cool because air in the tires is For example, if you check and fill your tires expanded with heat. in a warm area, then ride in extremely cold weather, the tire pressure will be lower than measured and could be underinflated

177 Warning Indicators On or Flashing u TPMS Indicator

and cause the low tire pressure indicator to AIRBAG Indicator Hill Start Assist (HSA) turn on. Or, if you check and adjust your tire pressure in cooler conditions, and ride GL1800DA Indicator into extremely hot conditions, the tire may The AIRBAG indicator comes on if there is a If the Hill start assist (HSA) indicator comes become overinflated. However, the low tire problem with the airbag system. on in amber in one of the following ways, pressure indicator will not turn on if the you may have a serious problem with the tires are overinflated. If the indicator does not come on, or comes HSA system. and stays on when the ignition switch is Reduce speed and have your motorcycle TPMS Indicator turned on, or comes on while you are inspected by your dealer as soon as riding, have your motorcycle inspected by possible. The TPMS indicator comes on if there is a your dealer as soon as possible as the ● Indicator comes on in amber while riding. Troubleshooting problem with the tire pressure monitoring airbag may not deploy when it could help ● Indicator does not come on when the system. save your life. ignition switch is turned to ON. If this occurs, the system will shut off and WARNINGWARNING ● Indicator does not go off at speeds above no longer monitor tire pressure. 3 mph (5 km/h). Have the system checked by your dealer as Ignoring the airbag indicator can ● Even when the Hill start assist (HSA) soon as possible. result in serious injury or death in a indicator comes on in amber, your severe frontal impact if the airbag motorcycle will have normal riding ability Also the TPMS indicator may light for the system does not work properly. without HSA function. following reasons: ● Interference of other electronic devices Have your vehicle checked by a If the Hill start assist (HSA) indicator comes by using the same radio frequency. dealer as soon as possible if the on in white while stopping the motorcycle, ● Using replacement wheels not equipped airbag indicator alerts you to a this is normal and the HSA is working with tire pressure sensors. possible problem. properly.

178 Other Warning Indications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication Handle Grip Heater Failure

If the fuel system has an error, the fuel Indication 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. possible. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible. Troubleshooting

179 Other Warning Indications u Seat Heaters Failure Indication

Seat Heaters Failure Indication Coolant Temperature Gauge

GL1800/D/DA Failure Indication 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. possible. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible. Troubleshooting

180 If the “-” is Blinking in the Gear Position Indicator While Riding (GL1800BD/D/DA)

If the “-” is blinking in the gear position If you can shift from N to D range: indicator while riding, you may have a When a gear position is shown in the gear serious problem with the Dual Clutch position indicator, you can ride in that gear. Transmission system. Take your motorcycle to your dealer riding Park your motorcycle in a safe place and at a safe speed. have your motorcycle inspected by dealer immediately. If you can't shift from N to D range and It may be possible to ride your motorcycle the “-” is blinking: by following the steps below. Possible damage to the DCT is preventing you from riding. 1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Have your motorcycle inspected by your 2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and start dealer immediately. Troubleshooting the engine.

If you cannot start the engine: Turn the ignition switch to OFF and move the motorcycle back and forth slightly (to disengage the gears). Turn the ignition switch to ON again and start the engine.

If you still cannot start the engine: Start the engine while applying the brake lever or pressing the brake pedal.

181 When the Idling Stop System Does Not Operate Properly (GL1800D/DA Canada model)

Idling Stop Indicator Does Not If PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights: Engine is Not Stopped by the When the PGM-FI malfunction indicator Come On lamp (MIL) lights, the Idling Stop system Idling Stop System While the When the Idling Stop indicator does not does not operate for protection of the Idling Stop Indicator is On engine. See your dealer. come on, perform the followings. When the engine is not stopped by Idling Stop system while the Idling Stop indicator If the battery voltage is low: If the Idling Stop system is off: is on, perform the following. Press the start/Idling Stop button or set the Ride the motorcycle for a while, then stop Idling Stop system at the multi-information the engine and then restart the engine, referring to the correct engine starting If the motorcycle does not stop completely: display. Stop the motorcycle completely. The Idling procedure (2 P. 110). The Idling Stop Troubleshooting system may not operate if the battery Stop system operates if the speed is only at If the engine is cold: 0 mph (0 km/h). Warm up the engine. voltage is low. The Idling Stop system does not operate If this occurs frequently, contact your dealer. If the throttle is not closed completely: when the engine is cold. Close the throttle completely.

If you did not ride the motorcycle after engine If the temperature of the battery is cold: If the Hill start assist (HSA) is operated: starts: Ride the motorcycle for a while. The Idling Stop system does not stop the Ride the motorcycle at speeds of over 6 The Idling Stop system does not operate engine while the HSA is operated. mph (10 km/h). The Idling Stop system does when the battery is cold. not operate until you ride once. When the transmission is shifted in Neutral: The Idling Stop system does not stop the engine when the transmission is shifted in Neutral (N switch is pressed).

182 When the Idling Stop System Does Not Operate Properly (GL1800D/DA Canada model) u 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 Engine does not start even if the throttle is Stop button, the Idling Stop system will be opened, perform the followings. cancelled. Restart the engine with the start/Idling Stop If the side stand is down: button, referring to the starting procedure While the engine is stopped by the Idling (2 P. 110) for standard engine starting. Stop system, if you operate the side stand, the flashing Idling Stop indicator changes If the Idling Stop indicator flashes, but flashing to off, and the Idling Stop system is engine does not start even if the throttle is Troubleshooting cancelled. Restart the engine with the start/ opened, perform the followings. Idling Stop button, referring to the starting procedure (2 P. 110) for standard engine Battery lead is loose: starting. Check the battery terminals.

If the rider does not sit astride the motorcycle: When the rider has not been sitting astride the motorcycle for approx. 3 minutes, the Idling Stop indicator changes from flashing to off and you cannot restart the engine, even if you open the throttle. Restart the engine with the start/Idling Stop button, referring to the starting procedure for standard engine starting.

183 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly

When the Honda SMART Key system does u When the Honda SMART Key comes not work properly, perform the following. into contact with or is covered by ● Check that the Honda SMART Key metal objects. system is activated. Lightly press the ON/OFF button on the ● Check that a registered Honda SMART Honda SMART Key. Key is used. If the LED of the Honda SMART Key does Use a registered Honda SMART Key. not blink 3 times, switch the Honda The Honda SMART Key system cannot be SMART Key system to activation. 2 P. 56 activated without a registered Honda If the LED of the Honda SMART Key does SMART Key. not respond, replace the battery of the Troubleshooting Honda SMART Key. 2 P. 170 ● Make sure that you do not use a broken Honda SMART Key. ● Check that there is no communication If you use a broken Honda SMART Key, failure in the Honda SMART Key system. the Honda SMART Key system cannot be The Honda SMART Key system uses low- activated. Bring the emergency key and intensity radio waves. The Honda SMART ID tag to your dealer. Key system may not work properly in the following environments: ● Check the battery condition and battery u When there are facilities nearby that lead in your motorcycle. generate strong radio waves or noise Check the battery and battery terminals. such as TV towers, power stations, If the battery is weak, contact your radio stations, or airports. dealer. u When you carry the Honda SMART Key with a laptop or wireless If the Honda SMART Key system cannot be communication device such as a radio activated due to other causes, contact your or mobile phone. dealer.

184 Activating the Electrical System in an Emergency

The electrical system can be activated by The ID number is input according to the Example: inputting the ID number. number of times the fairing pocket opener • To input “0”, press the start button is pressed. without pressing the fairing pocket ❙ Set to ID number input mode Press the fairing pocket opener the desired opener, and then input next digit. number of times, then press the start 1. Open the left and right saddlebags by To input “0” Start button button to fix the current digit (the buzzer the emergency procedures. 2 P. 187 2. Press and hold the start button for more sounds), and input the next digit, and then than 4 seconds. repeat until all the digits are input. u The buzzer sounds and the system enters the ID number input mode. While inputting the ID number, if the 3. Check the ID number on the ID tag. button is not pressed for about 20 seconds, Troubleshooting the inputted ID number is cancelled and the • To input “1”, press the fairing pocket system returns to the state before ID opener once, and then press the start ID number number input (the buzzer sounds). button to input the next digit. Fairing pocket opener To input “1” Fairing pocket opener

ID tag

❙ ID number input You can input your ID number by pressing the fairing pocket opener and the start button. Input the ID number on the ID tag starting with the digit on the left by pressing the fairing pocket opener. Start button

185 Activating the Electrical System in an Emergency u Engine Does Not Start Even If the Throttle is Opened

ID number input success: ID number input failure: ID number input cancel After the last digit of the ID number is If the ID number is not authenticated after If you input the wrong number, you can inputted and the start button is pressed, inputting, the steering cannot be unlocked cancel ID number input by not pressing the the ID number is authenticated. The and the electrical system will not activate. button for about 20 seconds (the buzzer steering will be unlocked (if it is locked) and sounds). the electrical system activated. Repeat the procedures for ID number input You can start the engine. from the beginning. Repeat the procedures for ID number input from the beginning. You can turn off the engine and electrical system and also lock the steering using the ignition switch. Troubleshooting To activate the electrical system again, repeat the procedures for ID number input.

186 If the Saddlebags or Travel Trunk Won't Open The built-in key can be used to open the To Open the Saddlebags 3. Insert the built-in key or emergency key left saddle bag when the Honda SMART in the left saddlebag opener and turn it Key battery becomes weak. Emergency clockwise to open the left saddlebag. If you lose the Honda SMART Key, the left 1. Remove the rear center lid by using a flat Left saddlebag opener saddlebag can be unlocked using the head screwdriver covered with a emergency key. 2 P. 208 protective cloth.

To remove the built-in key, pull it out by pressing the release button on the Honda SMART Key. To reinstall the built-in key, push the built- in key into the Honda SMART Key until it Troubleshooting clicks. Protective Left saddlebag lid Release button cloth Rear center lid

2. Remove the built-in key from the Honda SMART Key.

Built-in key

187 If the Saddlebags or Travel Trunk Won't Open u To Open the Travel Trunk Emergency

4. Release the right saddlebag opener from To Open the Travel Trunk 3. Install the travel trunk opener onto the the prong in the left saddlebag. Pull the prong before closing the right right saddlebag opener to open the Emergency saddlebag. right saddlebag. GL1800/D/DA Right saddlebag 1. Open the left and right saddlebags. opener 2 P. 187 2. Release the travel trunk opener from the prong in the right saddlebag. Pull the Prong travel trunk opener to open the travel trunk.

Troubleshooting Travel trunk opener

Right saddlebag lid Prong

Travel trunk lid 5. Install the right saddlebag opener onto the prong before closing the saddlebags.

188 Tire Puncture

Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel NOTICE Removing Wheels requires special tools and technical Use caution not to damage the TPMS sensor if an expertise. internal plug patch must be used to repair the tire. If Follow these procedures if you need to We recommend you have this type of you have a tire professionally repaired at a non-Honda remove a wheel in order to repair a service performed by your dealer. facility, we recommend that you have the work puncture. After an emergency repair, always have the checked by your dealer. TPMS wheels require special When removing and installing the wheel, tire inspected/replaced by your dealer. handling when changing the tire. Failure to follow the be careful not to damage the wheel speed proper tire replacement procedure can result in sensor and pulser ring. damage to the TPMS sensor. Emergency Repair Using a Tire Repair Kit WARNINGWARNING Riding your motorcycle with a Troubleshooting If your tire has a minor puncture, you can temporary tire repair can be risky. If make an emergency repair using a tubeless the temporary repair fails, you can tire repair kit. crash and be seriously injured or Follow the instructions provided with the killed. emergency tire repair kit. Riding your motorcycle with a temporary If you must ride with a temporary tire repair is very risky. Do not exceed 30 tire repair, ride slowly and carefully mph (50 km/h). Have the tire replaced by and do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) your dealer as soon as possible. until the tire is replaced.

NOTICE Using a puncture-repairing agent can damage the TPMS sensors, causing the TPMS indicator to turn on. Have your motorcycle checked by your dealer as soon as possible.

continued 189 Tire Puncture u Removing Wheels

❙ Front Wheel 3. Cover both sides of the front wheel 4. Remove the bolt and wheel speed Removal and brake calipers with protective tape sensor. or cloth. 5. On the left side, remove the mounting 1. GL1800/D/DA bolts and remove the brake caliper. Place your motorcycle on its center Protective tape or cloth stand on a firm, level surface. Brake caliper Mounting bolts GL1800B/BD Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface. 2. Remove the bolts, and then remove the front fender A forward. Troubleshooting

Bolts

Wheel speed Tape or cloth sensor Wheel speed Pulser ring sensor bolt

Front fender A Bolts

190 Tire Puncture u 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 u Support the brake caliper assembly so that it doesn't hang from the brake hose. Do not twist the brake hose. u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the disc or pad surfaces. u Do not pull the front brake lever while the brake caliper is removed. Troubleshooting u Take care to prevent the brake caliper Right axle pinch bolts from scratching the wheel during removal. Left axle pinch bolts Installation 1. Attach the side collars to the front Mounting bolts Brake caliper 9. Support your motorcycle securely and wheel. raise the front wheel off the ground 2. On the right side, place the front wheel using a maintenance stand or a hoist. between the fork legs and insert the 10. Loosen the right axle pinch bolts. lightly greased front axle shaft to the 11. On the right side, withdraw the front end, through the right fork leg and axle shaft, and remove the side collars wheel hub. and front wheel. 3. Align the end of the front axle shaft with the surface of the fork leg. 4. Tighten the right axle pinch bolts to hold the axle. Tape or cloth

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8. Install the right brake caliper and 10. Install the wheel speed sensor and tighten the mounting bolts. tighten the bolt securely. Surface of Torque: 31 lbf·ft (42.5 N·m, 4.3 kgf·m) 11. Lower the front wheel on the ground. fork leg 12. Apply the brake lever and pedal several 9. Install the left brake caliper and tighten times. Then, pump the fork several the mounting bolts. times. Torque: 31 lbf·ft (42.5 N·m, 4.3 kgf·m) 13. Make sure the end of the front axle shaft align with the surface of the right u Take care to prevent the brake fork leg. End of front caliper from scratching the wheel Retighten the right axle pinch bolts. axle shaft during installation. Torque: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m) Troubleshooting u Use new mounting bolts when installing the brake caliper. 14. Raise the front wheel off the ground again, and check that the wheel 5. Install and tighten the axle bolt. NOTICE rotates freely after you release the Torque: 44 lbf·ft (59 N·m, 6.0 kgf·m) When installing a wheel or caliper into original position, carefully fit the brake disc between the pads brake. 6. Loosen the right axle pinch bolts. to avoid scratching them. 15. Uncover the protective tape or cloth. 7. Tighten the left axle pinch bolts. 16. Install the front fender A and tighten the bolts securely. Torque: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m) If a torque wrench was not used for installation, see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly. Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking capacity.

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❙ Rear Wheel 5. Remove the bolt C and pull the left Connector Removal muffler inner cover forward to release the hooks. 1. GL1800/D/DA Place your motorcycle on its center Tabs 6. Remove the left muffler inner cover. stand on a firm, level surface. Left muffler Bolts B GL1800B/BD inner cover Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface. 2. Remove the bolts A and pull out the rear fender A while releasing the tabs from the slots and the prong from the Rear cross pipe Troubleshooting grommet. Grommet 3. Remove the rear fender A, then Rear fender A disconnect the connector. Prong 4. Remove the bolts B and rear cross pipe. Bolts A

Hooks Bolt C

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7. GL1800/D/DA Installation Support your motorcycle securely and 1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the raise the rear wheel off the ground removal procedure. using the center stand or a hoist. 2. Install the rear wheel and tighten the GL1800B/BD rear wheel nuts equally in the crisscross Support your motorcycle securely and pattern in two or three steps. raise the rear wheel off the ground Torque: 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m, 11.0 kgf·m) using a maintenance stand or a hoist. 8. Remove the rear wheel nuts, and 3. Install the parts in the reverse order of remove the rear wheel. removal. 4. Check that the wheel rotates freely. Troubleshooting Rear wheel nuts If a torque wrench was not used for installation, see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly. Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking capacity.

Rear wheel nuts Rear wheel

194 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. 2 P. 82, 86 The audio system may not be properly connected when another Bluetooth® device is being paired at the same time. Check your surroundings to make sure no other device being paired is present before re-pairing. Presence of a Bluetooth® device in the vicinity sometimes affects the pairing due Unable to pair Bluetooth® device to radio wave interference, etc. When connecting a Bluetooth® device, make sure no other Bluetooth® device readied for pairing ® is present. Presence of a Bluetooth device in the vicinity sometimes affects the pairing due to Troubleshooting radio wave interference, etc. When you repeatedly fail in pairing, delete the paired device once, then try pairing again. 2 P. 82, 84 Depending on the Bluetooth® device and application software you use, it may take some time for the audio system to connect to a device and to start playing an audio file. Unable to connect Bluetooth® The connection may be temporarily disconnected when starting the engine, which is normal and device not a malfunction. The Bluetooth® device will be reconnected after the engine is started. Check that your Bluetooth® device has been paired. Referring to the instruction manual of your Bluetooth® device, check that your Bluetooth® device is in connectable state.

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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® device and two Bluetooth® headsets. Unable to connect Bluetooth® If the problem continues after the above-described inspection, delete the paired device once, then phone device try pairing again. 2 P. 82, 84, 86 The Bluetooth® connection cannot be established while launching Apple CarPlay. Quit Apple CarPlay, then try pairing again. 2 P. 82, 84

Troubleshooting While connected to Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth function is disabled. Some Bluetooth® devices and application software you use may be incompatible with the audio system and/or audio files may not be played properly. Check the recommended specifications. 2 P. 81 Depending on the Bluetooth® device and application software you use, an audio file may not play Connected, but does not play. automatically. For playing, follow the instructions in the instruction manual of your Bluetooth® device. Depending on the Bluetooth® device and application software you use, an audio file may not play normally after receiving a telephone call, etc. Check that your Bluetooth® device is in playable state. Takes some time to start playing Right after the power is turned on or the audio mode is changed, the audio system may take some after turning the power on or time to connect to an audio device and to start playing an audio file. Also, the audio system may changing the audio mode. not allow any audio control operation while preparing to play an audio file.

196 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. When it remains unstable, turn off the power to the audio system or the device being used, and then turn it on again. The storage location of the Bluetooth® device sometimes affects the audio system and communication. When sounds skip or noises mix, change the location of the device. For example, when the device is kept in a pocket of clothing sandwiched in between the rider and passenger, the communication may be affected. For Bluetooth® antenna locations, refer to Audio System Troubleshooting Sounds skip Location. 2 P. 68 Noises mix Also, weather, buildings in the vicinity, road conditions, etc. can sometimes affect the communication. Depending on the Bluetooth® device and application software you use, an audio file may not play normally after receiving a telephone call, etc. Change the audio mode (2 P. 71) or turn off the power to the audio system and then turn it on again. If the skipping of sounds or mixing of noises continues, check the status of your Bluetooth® device. If the skipping of sounds or mixing of noises continues, delete the paired device once, then try pairing again. 2 P. 82, 84

Check the recommended specifications. 2 P. 81 Noise sometimes mixes at the place where radio wave is weak. Audio volume from headset is Adjust the volume while in the individual modes. 2 P. 71 small/big. Check the volume setting of the paired headset.

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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. 2 P. 93 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 “.” or no information will be shown. No or inaccurate display Depending on the type of the album art used for the music information of audio files, the album art may not be displayed. The system supports ID3v2 as available tag for album art. Check the album art format of the audio file. The system does not support album art display via Bluetooth® connection.

Troubleshooting Some USB devices may be incompatible with the audio system and/or their operable functions may be limited. When the audio system does not recognize the USB device connected to the USB connector, turn About USB device the ignition switch OFF and then turn it on again. When a large number of files are stored in the USB device, it sometimes takes a long time before an audio file starts playing. Reduce the number of files in the USB device.

Check that the audio files stored in the USB device is in a playable file format. 2 P. 93 USB function may be unusable when the system failure occurs. USB connection may recover by USB failure turning the ignition switch OFF, and then ON again.

198 Audio System Trouble

Symptom Cause/remedy Connected Bluetooth® device may be unsupported device. Check the supported Bluetooth® version/profiles. 2 P. 81 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. To use the Bluetooth® handsfree calling, a headset connection is necessary. Connect a paired headset. 2 P. 84

During a call, headset volume is Adjust the volume during a call. 2 P. 71 small/big.

If [Private mode] is enabled, no sound comes from the passenger's headset. Check [Private mode] Troubleshooting Passenger's headset is no sound. setting. 2 P. 88 Since the phonebook is stored in the system, it may be displayed even when connecting another About Phonebook phone. Depending on the connection status, the times displayed in call history on the vehicle side or the phone side may differ. Bluetooth® Handsfree Calling Depending on your mobile carrier plan, available functions may differ. A display delay may occur depending on the number of phone books, call history and music data etc. stored in the connected device.

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Symptom Cause/remedy Connected iPhone may be unsupported model. Check the compatible model with Apple CarPlay. 2 P. 99 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. 2 P. 84 When connecting your iPhone, if it is recognized as iPod, disconnect the USB cable once, enable the Apple CarPlay (2 P. 79), and then reconnect the USB cable again. When a mobile network communication is unstable due to surrounding conditions or signal strength conditions, Apple CarPlay functions may not be available. Troubleshooting When the paired headset connection is broken due to headset battery depletion or communication failure, Apple CarPlay cannot be used until the connection is restored.

Apple CarPlay cannot be available. The screen will not switch to Apple CarPlay automatically, other than when the ignition switch is turned to OFF with Apple CarPlay is activated. Apple CarPlay cannot be available with USB connection via USB2 terminal (option). Check the USB connection, and then reconnect the USB cable via USB1 if necessary. Some USB cables may be incompatible with Apple CarPlay. Use certified cable to connect the iPhone. You have not agreed to enable Apple CarPlay. Reconnect the iPhone and enable to use CarPlay on the disclaimer screen. 2 P. 100 Apple CarPlay setting on your iPhone may be disabled. Disconnect iPhone and enable the Apple CarPlay setting on your iPhone. The screen will not switch to Apple CarPlay automatically, other than when the ignition switch is turned to OFF with Apple CarPlay is activated.

200 Audio System Trouble

Symptom Cause/remedy You cannot operate Apple CarPlay by the center panel switches/Interface dial while the Connected, but does not operate motorcycle is in motion. Operate with the left handlebar switches or park your motorcycle in a Apply CarPlay. safe place, then operate. Some functions of Apple CarPlay is Some functions may be limited due to condition of mobile network communication. not available. Selecting [Day / Night] menu in [Vehicle setting], you can change the timing for changing the map Apple CarPlay screen is too dark/ color, also adjust backlight brightness by [Auto dimmer meter illumination] menu in [Vehicle bright setting].

When the ignition switch is in the ACC, [Auto Dimmer Meter Illumination] function does not Troubleshooting work. Turn the ignition switch to ON. The multi-function display is too dark/bright The map color tone has Day/Night color tones and it changes according to the surrounding brightness. You can select the timing for changing the map color to improve the visibility of the map. 2 P. 32

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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 grayed-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. The set menu will be reflected to the previous setting when the ignition not be reflected or inoperable. switch is turned ON. When turning the ignition switch Since the system restart takes time, it may take time until the screen is appeared. OFF and ON continuously. High temperature/overcurrent To protect the system, some operations may be limited temporarily. The system automatically

Troubleshooting protection recovers after the cause is solved. About Idling Stop system When the Idling Stop system is activated, sound may not come out temporarily for system (GL1800D/DA Canada model) protection, but sound will recover automatically. The sensitivity of receiver is affected by the object which interrupts a radio wave nearby the radio Radio receiver sensitivity antenna (top of the right saddlebag). The statements in this owner's manual may not match your vehicle's Audio System after Software update performing the software update (map data update).

If the problem continues after the above-described inspection, have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

202 Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Front Turn Signal Light

Charge the battery using a motorcycle All light bulbs on the motorcycle are LEDs. battery charger. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see Remove the battery from the motorcycle your dealer for servicing. before charging. Do not use an automobile-type battery ❙ Headlight charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle battery and cause permanent damage. If the battery does not recover after recharging, contact your dealer. Troubleshooting Front turn signal light NOTICE Jump starting using an automobile battery is not recommended, as this can damage your motorcycle’s The front turn signal lights use several LEDs. electrical system. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see Bump starting is also not recommended. your dealer for servicing.

Headlight

The headlight uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

203 Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

❙ Brake light/Taillight/Rear Turn ❙ License Plate Light Signal Light

Brake lights Troubleshooting License plate light Rear turn signal lights The license plate light uses a LED. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see Taillights your dealer for servicing.

The brake lights, taillights and rear turn signal lights use several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

204 Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

Blown Fuse GL1800D/DA USA model GL1800BD External Fuse box cover Fuse box cover Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and External amplifier fuse amplifier fuse Replacing Fuses.” 2 P. 145 Spare fuses Spare fuses

❙ Fuse Box Fuses 1. Remove the left side cover. 2 P. 152 2. Remove the fuse box cover. 3. Pull the fuses out one by one with the fuse puller and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a Fuse puller Fuse puller Troubleshooting spare fuse of the same rating. Airbag fuse GL1800DA only u Spare fuses and fuse puller are provided Main fuse B Main fuse B on back side of the fuse cover. 4. Install the parts in the reverse order of GL1800D/DA Canada model GL1800 removal. External Fuse box cover External Fuse box cover amplifier fuse amplifier fuse ❙ Main Fuse B, Speed Limiter Fuse Spare fuses Spare fuses and External Amplifier Fuse To check and replace the main fuse B, speed limiter fuse and external amplifier fuse, see your dealer for servicing.

Fuse puller Fuse puller Main fuse B Airbag fuse GL1800DA only Main fuse B Speed limiter fuse 205 Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

GL1800B ❙ Ignition Main Fuse & ACC Main NOTICE External Fuse box cover Fuse If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical amplifier fuse problem. Have your motorcycle inspected by your Spare fuses Ignition main fuse dealer. ACC main fuse

Troubleshooting Fuse puller Main fuse B Speed limiter fuse Canada model only

Fuse case covers

1. Remove the left side cover. 2 P. 152 2. Remove the fuse case covers. 3. Pull the fuses out one by one with the fuse puller and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating. u Spare fuses and fuse puller are provided on back side of the fuse box cover. 4. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

206 Information

Keys ...... P. 208 Oxygenated Fuels ...... P. 227 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features .... P. 210 Authorized Manuals ...... P. 228 Legal Information on Apple CarPlay ... P. 214 Warranty Coverage and Service ...... P. 229 Caring for Your Motorcycle ...... P. 216 Honda Contacts...... P. 230 Storing Your Motorcycle...... P. 219 Customer Support...... P. 231 Transporting Your Motorcycle ...... P. 219 USA Reporting Safety Defects ...... P. 232 You & the Environment ...... P. 220 Vehicle Identification Number...... P. 221 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Explanation ...... P. 222 Emission Control Systems ...... P. 223 Catalytic Converter...... P. 226 Keys

Keys Emergency key Key tag Honda SMART Key Carrying the Honda SMART Key allows you Emergency Key to perform the following operations: This motorcycle has emergency key, built-in ● Locking or unlocking the steering and key and a key tag with a key number. Store activating or deactivating the electrical the emergency key and key tag in a safe system location. ● Releasing the left and right saddlebags Normally, the built-in key should be stored and travel trunk ● in the Honda SMART Key. 2 P. 187 Releasing the fairing pocket

To make a duplicate key, take the key and The ID number of the Honda SMART Key is key tag to your dealer or a locksmith. on the ID tag. You can also unlock the steering (if it is locked) and activate the

Information Built-in key electrical system by inputting the ID The emergency key and built-in key are number. used to unlock the left saddle bag in an emergency. 2 P. 187 Always carry both the emergency key and ID tag, but separate from the Honda Do not store the emergency key in the SMART Key, to avoid losing all of them at saddlebags, fairing pocket, travel trunk the same time. GL1800/D/DA or shelter case Except GL1800DA . Also store a copy of your ID number in a safe place other than your motorcycle.

208 Keys

The Honda SMART Key contains electronic ● If fuel, wax, or grease adhere to the The battery in the Honda SMART Key circuits. 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 Do not keep mobile phones or other radio perform any operations. warping. transmitting devices near the ignition ● Do not drop the Honda SMART Key or ● Do not disassemble the Honda SMART switch or rear center cowl. The radio set heavy objects on them. Key other than when changing a battery. frequency from these devices will interrupt ● Protect the Honda SMART Key from Only the case of the Honda SMART Key the Honda SMART Key system. direct sunlight, high temperature, and can be disassembled. Do not disassemble high humidity. other parts. To get add additional Honda SMART Key, ● Do not scratch or puncture. ● Do not lose your Honda SMART Key. If take the Honda SMART Key and the ● Do not store near any magnetized you lose it, you will need to register a motorcycle to your dealer. products such as a magnetized key chain. new Honda SMART Key. See your dealer ● Always keep the Honda SMART Key with your emergency key and ID tag for Honda SMART Key

away from electric appliances such as a registration. Information TV, radio, PC or low-frequency massage device. ● Keep the Honda SMART Key away from liquids. If it gets wet, dry it immediately with a soft cloth. ● Keep the Honda SMART Key away from the motorcycle while washing the motorcycle. ● Do not burn. ● Do not wash in an ultrasonic cleaner.

ID tag

209 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 Also average fuel mileage and current fuel is selected on the brightness setting. Leaving the ignition switch in ON or ACC mileage are reset at the same time. Ambient brightness is detected by the with the engine stopped will drain the photosensor. battery. Owner’s Manual Do not damage or cover the photosensor. Otherwise, the automatic brightness The owner’s manual, Navigation System Do not turn the ignition switch while riding. control may not work properly. manual, registration and insurance information can be stored in the left Photosensor Engine Stop Switch saddlebag. Do not use the engine stop switch except in

Information an emergency. Doing so when riding will Ignition Cut-off System cause the engine to suddenly turn off, A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically making riding unsafe. stops the engine and fuel pump if the If you stop the engine using the engine motorcycle falls over. To reset the sensor, stop switch, turn the ignition switch OFF. you must turn the ignition switch to OFF Failing to do so will drain the battery. and back to ON before the engine can be restarted. Odometer The display locks at 999,999 when the Throttle by Wire System read-out exceeds 999,999. This model is equipped with a Throttle by Wire System. Do not put magnetized items or items susceptible to magnetic interference near the right handlebar switches. 210 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

Audio System conjunction with any other antenna or Antenna types not included in the report, transmitter. Installers must ensure that having a gain greater than the maximum The audio systems on your vehicle emit 20 cm separation distance will be gain indicated for that type, are strictly radio waves when in operation. maintained between the device (excluding prohibited for use with this device. its handset) and users. USA Mexico This device complies with Part 15 of the Canada La operación de este equipo está sujeta a FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the This Class B digital apparatus complies with las siguientes dos condiciones: following two conditions: Canadian ICES-003. (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo (1) this device may not cause harmful no cause interferencia perjudicial y interference, and This device complies with Industry Canada’s (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar (2) this device must accept any interference licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que received, including interference that may to the following two conditions: pueda causar su operación no deseada. cause undesired operation.

(1) This device may not cause interference, Information and FCC CAUTION: (2) This device must accept any Changes or modifications not expressly interference, including interference that approved by the party responsible for may cause undesired operation of the compliance could void the user's authority device. to operate the equipment.

This radio transmitter (12339A-MKCAU) This equipment complies with FCC’s RF has been approved by Industry Canada to radiation exposure limits set forth for an operate with the antenna types with the uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) maximum permissible gain indicated in test used for this transmitter must be installed report. and operated to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in

continued 211 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

Honda SMART Key System Canada FCC CAUTION: This device complies with Industry Canada’s Changes or modifications not expressly The Honda SMART Key system on your applicable licence-exempt RSSs. approved by the party responsible for vehicle emit radio waves when in Operation is subject to the following two compliance could void the user’s authority operation. conditions: to operate the equipment. (1) This device may not cause interference; USA and Canada FCC CAUTION: (2) This device must accept any This device complies with Industry Canada Changes or modifications not expressly interference, including interference that licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation approved by the party responsible for may cause undesired operation of the is subject to the following two conditions: compliance could void the user’s authority device. (1) this device may not cause interference, to operate the equipment. and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that This device complies with part 15 of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Information may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the (TPMS) device. following two conditions: (1) This device The Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not cause harmful interference, and (TPMS) on your vehicle emit radio waves (2) this device must accept any interference when in operation. received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. USA As required by the FCC: Mexico This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the IFETEL RLVOMGH17-1178 following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference IFETEL RLVOMGH17-1176 received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

212 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 tire from locking up when Your motorcycle is equipped with one or the deceleration of your motorcycle more devices commonly referred to as produces a strong engine braking effect. It event data recorders. also makes the clutch lever operation feel These devices record airbag deployment lighter. data, and the failure of any airbag system component. Use only MA classification engine oil for your motorcycle. Using engine oil other This data belongs to the vehicle owner and than MA classification oil could result in may not be accessed by anyone else except damage to the assist-slipper clutch system. as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. Information

continued 213 Legal Information on Apple CarPlay

Legal Information on DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY Apple CarPlay LIMITATION ON LIABILITY HONDA OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND WARRANTY. AS EXAMPLES, AND OWNER’S MANUAL LICENSE/LIABILITY AGREE THAT USE OF APPLE CARPLAY WITHOUT LIMITATION, HONDA STATEMENTS (“THE APPLICATIONS”) IS AT YOUR SOLE DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY REGARDING USE OF APPLE CARPLAY IS SUBJECT TO RISK AND THAT THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE ACCURACY OF DATA PROVIDED BY YOUR AGREEMENT TO THE CARPLAY SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, THE APPLICATIONS, SUCH AS THE TERMS OF USE, WHICH ARE INCLUDED AS ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS WITH YOU TO ACCURACY OF DIRECTIONS, ESTIMATED PART OF THE APPLE iOS TERMS OF USE. IN THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY TRAVEL TIME, SPEED LIMITS, ROAD SUMMARY, THE CARPLAY TERMS OF USE APPLICABLE LAW, AND THAT THE CONDITIONS, NEWS, WEATHER, TRAFFIC, DISCLAIM APPLE AND ITS SERVICE APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION ON OR OTHER CONTENT PROVIDED BY APPLE, PROVIDERS’ LIABILITY IF THE SERVICES FAIL THE APPLICATIONS IS PROVIDED “AS IS” THEIR AFFILIATES, OR THIRD PARTY TO PERFORM CORRECTLY OR ARE AND “AS AVAILABLE,” WITH ALL FAULTS

Information PROVIDERS; HONDA DOES NOT DISCONTINUED, STRICTLY LIMIT APPLE AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, GUARANTEE AGAINST LOSS OF AND ITS SERVICE PROVIDERS’ OTHER 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 EXAMPLE, VEHICLE LOCATION, VEHICLE INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATIONS, ANY SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH SPEED, AND VEHICLE STATUS) BEING EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, THEM WILL BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES OR GATHERED AND STORED BY APPLE AND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE THAT ANY OR ALL SERVICES WILL BE ITS SERVICE PROVIDERS, AND DISCLOSE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND/OR AVAILABLE AT ANY PARTICULAR TIME OR CERTAIN POSSIBLE RISKS ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, LOCATION. FOR EXAMPLE, SERVICES MAY WITH THE USE OF CARPLAY, INCLUDING SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A BE SUSPENDED OR INTERRUPTED THE POTENTIAL FOR DRIVER DISTRACTION. PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ACCURACY, WITHOUT NOTICE FOR REPAIR, SEE APPLE’S PRIVACY POLICY FOR DETAILS QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND MAINTENANCE, SECURITY FIXES, REGARDING APPLE'S USE AND HANDLING NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY UPDATES, ETC., SERVICES MAY BE OF DATA UPLOADED BY CARPLAY. RIGHTS. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN

214 Legal Information on Apple CarPlay

UNAVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA OR SUCH DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND LOCATION, ETC. IN ADDITION, YOU JURISDICTIONS DISALLOW THE UNDERSTAND THAT CHANGES IN THIRD EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY PARTY TECHNOLOGY OR GOVERNMENT FOR DAMAGES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS REGULATION MAY RENDER THE SERVICES AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO AND/OR APPLICATIONS OBSOLETE AND/ YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL HONDA’S OR UNUSABLE. TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES (OTHER THAN AS MAY BE TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN CASES IN NO EVENT SHALL HONDA OR ITS INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY) EXCEED AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR PERSONAL THE AMOUNT OF FIVE DOLLARS ($5.00). INJURY, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS WILL APPLY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF THE ABOVE STATED REMEDY FAILS

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215 Caring for Your Motorcycle

Caring for Your 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with ❙ Washing Precautions Motorcycle plenty of clean water and dry with a soft, Follow these guidelines when washing: clean cloth. ● Do not use high-pressure washers: Frequent cleaning and polishing is 4. After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any u High-pressure water cleaners can important to ensure the life of your Honda. moving parts. damage moving parts and electrical A clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto parts, rendering them inoperable. potential problems. the brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads, u Water in the air intake can be drawn In particular, seawater and salts used to drum or shoes contaminated with oil into the throttle body and/or enter the prevent ice on roads promote the will suffer greatly reduced braking air cleaner. formation of corrosion. Always wash your effectiveness and can lead to a crash. ● Do not direct water at the muffler: motorcycle thoroughly after riding on 5. Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion. u Water in the muffler can prevent coastal or treated roads. u Avoid products that contain harsh starting and causes rust in the muffler. detergents or chemical solvents. These ● Dry the brakes:

Information Washing can damage the metal, paint, and u Water adversely affects braking plastic on your motorcycle. effectiveness. After washing, apply the Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and Keep the wax clear of the tires and brakes intermittently at low speed to other high-temperature parts to cool brakes. help dry them. before washing. u If your motorcycle has any matte ● Do not direct water in the left saddlebag: 1. Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a painted parts, do not apply a coat of u Water in the left saddlebag can low pressure garden hose to remove wax to the matte painted surface. damage your documents and other loose dirt. belongings. 2. If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel ● Do not direct water at the air cleaner: with mild cleaner to remove road grime. u Water in the air cleaner can prevent u Clean the windscreen, headlight lens, the engine from starting. panels, and other plastic components with extra care to avoid scratching them. Avoid directing water into the air cleaner, muffler, and electrical parts. 216 Caring for Your Motorcycle

● Do not direct water near the headlight. Aluminum Components Windscreen u The headlight's inside lens may fog Aluminum will corrode from contact with Keep the windscreen raised after turning temporarily after washing or while dirt, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminum parts off the electrical system to make it easy to riding in the rain. This does not impact regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid clean. 2 P. 134 the headlight function. scratches: However, if you see a large amount of ● Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or Using plenty of water, clean the water or ice accumulated inside the cleaners containing abrasives. windscreen with a soft cloth or sponge. lens(es), have your vehicle inspected ● Avoid riding over or scraping against (Avoid using detergents or any kind of by your dealer. curbs. chemical cleaner on the windscreen.) Dry ● Do not use wax or polishing compounds with a soft, clean cloth. on matte painted surface: u Use a soft cloth or sponge, plenty of Panels NOTICE water, and a mild detergent to clean Follow these guidelines to prevent To avoid possible scratching or other damage, use only water and a soft cloth or sponge to clean the

matte painted surfaces. Dry with a soft scratches and blemishes: Information windscreen. clean cloth. ● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty of water. For a dirtier windscreen, use a diluted ● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted neutral detergent with a sponge and plenty detergent and rinse thoroughly with of water. Make sure to wash off all the plenty of water. detergent. (Detergent residue may cause ● Avoid getting gasoline, brake fluid, or windscreen cracks.) detergents on the instruments, panels, or headlight. Replace the windscreen if scratches cannot be removed and they obstruct clear vision.

Take care to keep battery electrolyte, brake fluid, or other chemical solvents off the windscreen and screen garnish. They will damage the plastic. 217 Caring for Your Motorcycle

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.

Wipe any moisture (including rainwater) on To remove mud or dust, use a wet sponge the instrument panel with a dry, soft cloth and a liquid kitchen abrasive, then rinse immediately. well with clean water. Dry with chamois or a soft towel. Using plenty of water, clean the instrument panel with a soft cloth or sponge. If necessary, remove heat stains by using a For a dirtier instrument panel, use a diluted commercially available fine texture neutral detergent with a sponge and plenty compound. Then rinse by the same manner Information of water. Make sure to wash off all the as removing mud or dust. detergent. Dry with a soft, clean cloth. When the exhaust pipe and muffler are Take care to keep battery electrolyte, brake painted, do not use a commercially fluid, or other chemical solvents off the available abrasive kitchen cleaning instrument panel. They will damage the compound. Use a neutral detergent to special surface treatment of the instrument clean the painted surface on the exhaust panel. pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, contact your dealer. NOTICE Even though the exhaust is made of stainless steel, it can become stained. Remove all marks and blemishes as soon as they are noticed.

218 Storing Your Motorcycle

Storing Your Motorcycle After removing your motorcycle from Transporting Your storage, inspect all maintenance items Motorcycle If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you required by the Maintenance Schedule. should consider using a full-body If your motorcycle needs to be transported, motorcycle cover. USA For more information about storage, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer If you won’t be riding for an extended refer to the Honda Winter Storage Guide, or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a period, follow these guidelines: available from your dealer. loading ramp or lifting platform, and ● Wash your motorcycle and wax all motorcycle tie-down straps. Never try to painted surfaces (except matte painted Canada For more information about tow your motorcycle with a wheel or surfaces). storage, visit our website at www.honda.ca wheels on the ground. Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting and look up “Storage Tips” under the NOTICE “Honda Warranty” in the Warranty tab for oil. Towing your motorcycle can cause serious damage to ● GL1800/D/DA your Model. the transmission.

Place your motorcycle on its center stand Information and position a block so that both tires are off the ground. GL1800B/BD Place your motorcycle on a maintenance stand and position a block so that both tires are off the ground. ● After rain, remove the body cover and allow the motorcycle to dry. ● Remove the battery (2 P. 150) to prevent discharge. Charge the battery in a shaded, well-ventilated area. u If you leave the battery in place, disconnect the negative - terminal to prevent discharge.

continued 219 You & the Environment

You & the Environment Recycle Wastes Owning and riding a motorcycle can be Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved enjoyable, but you must do your part to containers and take them to a recycling protect the environment. center. Call your local or state office of public works or environmental services to find a Choose Sensible Cleaners recycling center in your area, and to get Use a biodegradable detergent when you instructions on how to dispose of non- wash your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray recyclable wastes. Do not place used cleaners that contain chlorofluorocarbons engine oil in the trash, or pour it down a (CFCs) which damage the atmosphere’s drain or on the ground. Used oil, gasoline, protective ozone layer. coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt refuse workers and Information contaminate drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.

220 Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle Identification VIN Number The VIN and engine serial number uniquely identify your motorcycle and are required in order to register your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. To check the VIN, remove the cover by releasing the clip. Clip Cover Engine number You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Information

VIN

221 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Explanation

Tire Pressure Monitoring fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may signal low tire pressure as intended. System (TPMS) Explanation affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety Both tires should be checked monthly of reasons, including the installation of when cold, and inflated to the inflation Please note that the TPMS is not a replacement or alternate tires or wheels on pressure recommended by the vehicle substitute for proper tire maintenance, and the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from manufacturer on the tire information label. it is the rider’s responsibility to maintain functioning properly. correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation (If your vehicle has different tires than those has not reached the level to trigger Always check the TPMS indicator after indicated on the vehicle tire information illumination of the low tire pressure replacing one or more tires or wheels on label, you should determine the proper tire indicator. your vehicle to ensure that the replacement inflation pressure for those tires.) or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

Information As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure indicator when one or Low tire pressure indicator more of your tires significantly under- inflated. TPMS indicator

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure Your vehicle has also been equipped with a indicator illuminates, you should stop and TPMS indicator to indicate when the system check your tires as soon as possible, and is not operating properly. The TPMS inflate them to the proper pressure. indicator displays the symbol “TPMS” when illuminated. Riding on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to When the TPMS indicator is illuminated, tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces the system may not be able to detect or 222 Emission Control Systems

Emission Control Systems Exhaust Emission Requirements The Vehicle Emission Control Information label is attached inside the left saddlebag. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Your motorcycle engine emits combustion (EPA), the California Air Resources Board Vehicle emission control by-products, including carbon monoxide (CARB), and Environment and Climate information label (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and Change Canada (ECCC) require that your hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporation motorcycle comply with applicable exhaust, also emits hydrocarbons. Controlling the crankcase, and fuel permeation emission production of NOx, CO, and HC is standards during its useful life, when important for the environment. operated and maintained according to the instructions provided. CARB also requires that your motorcycle comply with applicable evaporative emission requirements during its useful life, Canada Information when operated and maintained according Vehicle emission control to the instructions provided. information label USA Compliance with the terms of the Distributor’s Warranties for Honda Motorcycle Emission Control Systems is necessary in order to maintain a valid emissions system warranty.

223 Emission Control Systems

Noise Emission Requirements Exhaust Emission Control System ❙ Catalytic Converters The exhaust system contains one or more The EPA requires that motorcycles built The exhaust emission control system catalytic converters. Catalytic converters after January 1, 1983 comply with includes the following components that use a catalyst to convert most of the applicable noise emission standards for one should not need adjustment, although harmful exhaust gas compounds into year or 3,730 miles (6,000 km) after the periodic inspection by your dealer is harmless compounds. time of purchase when operated and recommended. maintained according to the instructions provided. ❙ PGM-FI System The PGM-FI (programmed fuel injection) system uses sequential multiport fuel injection, and is comprised of air intake, engine control, fuel control, and exhaust control subsystems. Information The engine control module (ECM) uses sensors to determine how much air enters the engine, and then controls how much fuel to inject.

❙ Ignition Timing Control System The ignition timing control system adjusts the ignition timing to reduce the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced.

❙ Secondary Air Injection System The secondary air injection system adds filtered air into the exhaust gas to help improve emission control performance.

224 Emission Control Systems

Evaporative Emission Control System Noise Emission Control System ● Removing or disabling any emissions compliance component, or replacing any 50 STATE (meets California) ❙ TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE CONTROL compliance component with a non- An evaporative emissions control system SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED: compliant component. uses a canister filled with charcoal to U. S. federal law prohibits, and Canadian adsorb fuel vapor from the fuel tank while provincial laws may prohibit, the following the engine is off. The vapor is drawn into acts or the causing thereof: (1) The removal Problems Affecting Motorcycle the engine and burned while riding. or rendering inoperative by any person, Exhaust Emissions other than for purposes of maintenance, Have your motorcycle inspected and Crankcase Emissions Control System repair or replacement, of any device or repaired by your dealer if you experience element of design incorporated into any any of the following symptoms: The engine is equipped with a closed new vehicle for the purpose of noise ● Hard starting or stalling after starting crankcase system to prevent discharging control prior to its sale or delivery to the ● Rough idling crankcase emissions into the atmosphere. ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; or ● Misfiring or backfiring during

Blow-by gas is returned to the combustion Information (2) the use of the vehicle after such device acceleration chamber through the air cleaner housing or element of design has been removed or ● Poor engine performance and poor fuel and throttle body. rendered inoperative by any person. economy

Fuel Permeation Emission Control ❙ AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO The fuel tank, fuel hoses, and fuel vapor CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE charge hoses use fuel permeation control FOLLOWING ACTS: technologies to prevent fuel vapor ● Removal of, or puncturing the muffler, emissions. baffles, header pipes or any other Tampering with these components to component which conducts exhaust reduce or defeat the effectiveness of the gases. fuel permeation technologies is prohibited. ● Removal of, or puncturing of any part of the intake system. ● Lack of proper maintenance.

225 Catalytic Converter

Catalytic Converter Follow these guidelines to protect your motorcycle’s catalytic converters. This motorcycle is equipped with two ● Always use unleaded gasoline. Leaded three-way catalytic converters. Each gasoline will damage the catalytic catalytic converter contains precious metals converters. that serve as catalysts in high temperature ● Keep the engine in good running chemical reactions that convert condition. hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide (CO), A poorly running engine can cause the and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the exhaust catalytic converter to overheat causing gasses into safe compounds. damage to the converter or the motorcycle. A defective catalytic converter contributes ● If your engine is misfiring, backfiring, to air pollution and can impair your stalling, or otherwise not running engine’s performance. A replacement unit

Information properly, stop riding and turn off the must be an original Honda part or engine. Have your motorcycle serviced as equivalent. soon as possible.

226 Oxygenated Fuels

Oxygenated Fuels The following fuel blends are EPA- If you accidentally fill your fuel tank with an approved and have been approved for use oxygenated fuel containing higher Some conventional fuels blended with in your motorcycle: percentages, you may experience alcohol or an ether compound are available ● Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) up to 10% by performance problems. To resolve the in some locales to help reduce emissions to volume. problem, have your dealer drain the fuel meet clean air standards. u Gasoline containing ethanol may be tank and replace with the correct fuel. Fuel These gasolines are collectively referred to marketed under the name Gasohol. system or performance problems resulting as oxygenated fuels. If you plan to use ● Methanol (methyl alcohol) up to 5% by from the use of an oxygenated fuel oxygenated fuel, check that it is unleaded volume that contain cosolvents and containing higher percentages are not and meets the minimum octane rating and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel covered by your warranty. blend requirement. system. Never use a blend containing NOTICE more than 5%. Improper use of oxygenated fuels can damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of your fuel system.

Oxygenated fuel can also damage paint. Damage Information caused by spilled fuel is not covered by warranty. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms or performance problems, try a different brand of gasoline.

227 Authorized Manuals

Authorized Manuals USA Order On-Line: www.helminc.com USA The Service Manual used by your authorized dealer is available from your Order Toll Free: 1-888-CYCLE93 Honda dealer or Helm, Inc. (1-888-292-5393) Canada See your dealer to order (NOTE: For Credit Card Orders Only) authorized manuals. Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST

Also available, but not necessary to service Publication Item No. Description your model, is the Honda Common Service 61MKC00 2018 GL1800/B/BD/D/DA Service Manual Manual, which explains basic service information for various systems on Honda 61CSM00 Common Service Manual motorcycles, scooters, and ATV. S9507USA Winter Storage Guide

Information 31MKC600 2018 GL1800/B/BD/D/DA Owner’s Manual USA The Winter Storage Guide in conjunction with the Owner's Manual and 31MKCT00 2018 GL1800/B/BD/D/DA Navigation Service Manual can help you prepare your System Manual Honda motorcycle, scooter, ATV, and SxS for winter storage. These Honda manuals are written for the professional technician. However, if you possess the proper tools, observe the safety standards, and are mechanically capable, you should find them easy to use. Special Honda tools are necessary for some procedures.

228 Warranty Coverage and Service

Warranty Coverage and Your warranty coverage is not voided if you Service perform your own maintenance. Service Please remember that maintenance However, failures that occur due directly to recommended in the Maintenance improper maintenance are not covered by Coverage Schedule is not included in your warranty these warranties. Your new Honda is covered by the coverage. following warranties: USA You can extend almost all of your ● If you believe you have a problem with your Motorcycle Limited Warranty warranty coverage through the Honda ● motorcycle, call the service department of Emission Control System Warranty Protection Plan. For more information, see ● your Honda dealer. Make an appointment USA Noise Control Warranty your Honda dealer. for an inspection and diagnosis. You will be The responsibilities, restrictions, and asked to authorize that inspection, and exclusions that apply to these warranties your dealer will return the results of the are explained in the Warranties Booklet inspection. If a problem exists and is given to you by your Honda dealer at the covered under warranty, your dealer will Information time of purchase. Always keep your Honda perform the warranty repairs. owner’s card with your Warranties Booklet. If you have any questions about your warranty coverage or the nature of the Canada Please refer to the Warranty repair, talk to the Service Manager of your Booklet posted on our website at Honda dealer. www.honda.ca. If a misunderstanding occurs and you aren’t It is important to realize that your warranty satisfied with your dealer’s handling of the applies only to defects in material or situation, we suggest you discuss your workmanship of your Honda. problem with the appropriate member of the Your warranty coverage does not apply to dealership’s management team. If you are still the normal wear and deterioration not satisfied, contact the owner of the associated with use of the motorcycle. dealership or their designated representative.

229 Honda Contacts

Honda Contacts Please include the following information in USA The sales department offers the your letter: Honda Protection Plan to extend almost all American Honda Motor Co., Inc. ● Name, address, and telephone number of your warranty coverage. ● If you wish to contact Honda directly to Product model, year, and VIN ● Your Honda dealer can also supply comment on your experiences with your Date of purchase ● information about, riding events, and motorcycle or with your dealer, please send Dealer name and address information about safety training available your comments to the following address: We will likely ask your Honda dealer to in your local area, and the Honda Rider’s Motorcycle Division, respond, or possibly acknowledge your Club of America (USA only). American Honda Motor Co., Inc., comments directly. P.O. Box 2200, Torrance, CA 90509-2200 Honda Rider’s Club of America (HRCA) Mailstop: 100-4C-7B, Your Honda Dealer The Honda Rider's Club of America (HRCA) Telephone: (866) 784-1870. The service department of your Honda sponsors local riding chapters at Information dealer offers trained personnel to perform Authorized Honda Dealerships across the Canada regular maintenance and most repairs. It country. Honda Canada Inc. has the latest available service information Customer Relations Department, from Honda and also handles warranty 180 Honda Boulevard inspections and repairs. Markham, Ontario L6C 0H9 The parts department offers Honda Telephone: (888) 946-6329 Genuine Parts, Pro Honda products, Honda Fax: (877) 939-0909 Genuine Accessories (USA only), and E-mail: [email protected] Honda accessories and products (Canada only) that provide the same quality that went into your motorcycle.

230 Customer Support Customer Support

Honda Customer Support You may contact Honda Customer Service, Motorcycle Division, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., P.O. Box 2200, mailstop: 100-4C-7B, Torrance, CA 90509-2200. Telephone: (866) 784-1870.

Audio/Navigation System Software and Map Software Upgrades Honda is continually expanding the scope of the Map software and the Audio/ Information Navigation System software. The softwares are updated to correspond with new version releases. For the software updates, contact your dealer.

231 Reporting Safety Defects

USA Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Defects Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at: 1-888-327-4236 If you believe that your vehicle has a (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to defect which could cause a crash or http://www.safercar.gov; could cause injury or death, you or write to: should immediately inform the Administrator, NHTSA, National Highway Traffic Safety 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Administration (NHTSA) in addition Washington, DC 20590. to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle

Information If NHTSA receives similar complaints, safety from: it may open an investigation, and if it http://www.safercar.gov. finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

232 Specifications

Specifications

GL1800BD/D/DA Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger ■ Service Data ■ Main Components Minimum turning Front 130/70R18M/C 63H 11.2 ft (3.4 m) Tire size GL1800BD 97.4 in (2,475 mm) radius Rear 200/55R16M/C 77H Overall length GL1800D/DA 101.4 in (2,575 mm) Displacement 111.8 cu-in (1,833 cm3) Tire type Radial, tubeless BRIDGESTONE G853 RADIAL G Overall width 35.6 in (905 mm) Bore x stroke 2.87 x 2.87 in (73.0 x 73.0 mm) Front Recommended DUNLOP D423F GL1800BD 52.8 in (1,340 mm) Compression ratio 10.5:1 Overall height Tire BRIDGESTONE G852 RADIAL G GL1800D/DA 56.3 in (1,430 mm) Unleaded gasoline Rear Fuel DUNLOP D423 Wheelbase 66.7 in (1,695 mm) Recommended: 86 PON or higher Front 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.50 kgf/cm2) Minimum ground Tank capacity 5.5 US gal (21 liters) Tire air pressure 5.1 in (130 mm) Rear 41 psi (280 kPa, 2.80 kgf/cm2) clearance GYZ20L Battery Minimum tread Front 0.06 in (1.5 mm) 12 V-20 Ah (10 HR) Caster angle 30.5º depth Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm) Trail 4.3 in (109 mm) 1st 2.166 Spark plug (standard) CR6HSB-9 (NGK) GL1800BD 800 lb (363 kg) 2nd 1.695 0.031 to 0.035 in (0.80 to Spark plug gap GL1800D 3rd 1.304 0.90 mm) 833 lb (378 kg) USA model 4th 1.038 (non- Gear ratio Idle speed 730 ± 100 rpm GL1800D 5th 0.820 adjustable) 836 lb (379 kg) API Service Classification SG or higher Curb weight Canada model 6th 0.666 except oils labeled as energy conserving or GL1800DA 842 lb (382 kg) 7th 0.521 resource conserving on the circular API USA model Recommended Specifications Reverse 4.373 service label, SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 GL1800DA engine oil 844 lb (383 kg) Reduction ratio standard MA, Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil Canada model (primary / 1.795 / 0.972 / 2.615 (USA & Canada) or Honda 4-stroke oil, or an GL1800BD 421 lb (191 kg) secondary / final) equivalent motorcycle oil Maximum weight GL1800D 423 lb (192 kg) After draining 4.6 US qt (4.4 liters) capacity*1 GL1800DA 417 lb (189 kg) After draining & Travel trunk engine oil filter 4.9 US qt (4.6 liters) 20.0 lb (9.0 kg) (Except GL1800BD) Engine oil change capacity After draining, Maximum luggage Each saddlebag 20.0 lb (9.0 kg) engine & clutch oil 4.9 US qt (4.6 liters) weight Fairing pocket 4.5 lb (2.0 kg) filter change Shelter case 6.6 lb (3.0 kg) After disassembly 5.9 US qt (5.6 liters) (Except GL1800DA)

*1 Including rider, all luggage, and accessories

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Recommended ■ Torque Specifications Hypoid gear oil SAE 80 final drive oil Oil filter 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m) Final drive oil After draining 4.7 US oz (140 cm3) Engine oil drain bolt A 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) capacity After disassembly 5.4 US oz (160 cm3) Engine oil drain bolt B 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) Recommended Engine oil drain bolt C 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid brake fluid Final drive oil fill hole 5.9 lbf·ft (8 N·m, 0.8 kgf·m) Cooling system cap 3.06 US qt (2.90 liters) capacity Final drive oil drain bolt 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m, 1.2 kgf·m) Recommended Pro Honda HP Coolant Front wheel axle bolt 44 lbf·ft (59 N·m, 6.0 kgf·m) coolant Front wheel axle pinch 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m) bolt ■ Bulbs Front wheel brake 31 lbf·ft (42.5 N·m, 4.3 kgf·m) Headlight LED caliper mounting bolt Brake light LED Rear wheel nut 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m, 11.0 kgf·m) Taillight LED Front turn signal light LED Rear turn signal light LED License plate light LED

■ Fuses Specifications Ignition main fuse 30 A ACC main fuse 20 A Main fuse B 120 A External amplifier fuse 40 A Other fuse 30 A, 15 A, 10 A, 5 A

234 Specifications

GL1800/B Displacement 111.8 cu-in (1,833 cm3) ■ Service Data ■ Front 130/70R18M/C 63H Main Components Bore x stroke 2.87 x 2.87 in (73.0 x 73.0 mm) Tire size GL1800 101.4 in (2,575 mm) Compression ratio 10.5:1 Rear 200/55R16M/C 77H Overall length Tire type Radial, tubeless GL1800B 97.4 in (2,475 mm) Unleaded gasoline Fuel BRIDGESTONE G853 RADIAL G Overall width 36.4 in (925 mm) Recommended: 86 PON or higher Front Recommended DUNLOP D423F GL1800 56.3 in (1,430 mm) Tank capacity 5.5 US gal (21 liters) Overall height Tire BRIDGESTONE G852 RADIAL G GL1800B 52.8 in (1,340 mm) GYZ20L Rear Battery DUNLOP D423 12 V-20 Ah (10 HR) Wheelbase 66.7 in (1,695 mm) Front 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.50 kgf/cm2) Tire air pressure Minimum ground 1st 2.200 2 5.1 in (130 mm) Rear 41 psi (280 kPa, 2.80 kgf/cm ) clearance 2nd 1.416 Minimum tread Front 0.06 in (1.5 mm) Caster angle 30.5º 3rd 1.035 Gear ratio depth Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm) Trail 4.3 in (109 mm) 4th 0.820 Spark plug (standard) CR6HSB-9 (NGK) GL1800 5th 0.666 0.031 to 0.035 in (0.80 to 833 lb (378 kg) Spark plug gap USA model 6th 0.521 0.90 mm) GL1800 (non- 836 lb (379 kg) Reduction ratio Idle speed 730 ± 100 rpm Canada model (primary / 1.795 / 0.972 / 2.615 adjustable) Curb weight GL1800B secondary / final) API Service Classification SG or higher 787 lb (357 kg) USA model except oils labeled as energy conserving or resource conserving on the circular API GL1800B Recommended Specifications 805 lb (365 kg) service label, SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 Canada model engine oil standard MA, Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil Maximum weight GL1800 423 lb (192 kg) (USA & Canada) or Honda 4-stroke oil, or an capacity*1 GL1800B 421 lb (191kg) equivalent motorcycle oil Travel trunk After draining 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters) 20.0 lb (9.0 kg) (Except GL1800B) After draining & Engine oil Maximum luggage Each saddlebag 20.0 lb (9.0 kg) engine oil filter 3.9 US qt (3.7 liters) weight capacity Fairing pocket 4.5 lb (2.0 kg) change After disassembly 4.6 US qt (4.4 liters) Shelter case 6.6 lb (3.0 kg) Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger Minimum turning 11.2 ft (3.4 m) radius

*1 Including rider, all luggage, and accessories

235 Specifications

Recommended ■ Torque Specifications Hypoid gear oil SAE 80 final drive oil Oil filter 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m) Final drive oil After draining 4.7 US oz (140 cm3) Engine oil drain bolt 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m) capacity After disassembly 5.4 US oz (160 cm3) Final drive oil fill hole Recommended 5.9 lbf·ft (8 N·m, 0.8 kgf·m) cap brake (clutch) Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid Final drive oil drain bolt 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m, 1.2 kgf·m) fluid Front wheel axle bolt 44 lbf·ft (59 N·m, 6.0 kgf·m) Cooling system 3.06 US qt (2.90 liters) Front wheel axle pinch capacity 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m) bolt Recommended Pro Honda HP Coolant Front wheel brake coolant 31 lbf·ft (42.5 N·m, 4.3 kgf·m) caliper mounting bolt ■ Bulbs Rear wheel nut 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m, 11 kgf·m) Headlight LED Brake light LED Taillight LED Front turn signal light LED Rear turn signal light LED License plate light LED

Specifications ■ Fuses Ignition main fuse 30 A ACC main fuse 20 A Main fuse B 120 A Speed limiter fuse (Except GL1800B USA 60 A model) External amplifier fuse 40 A Other fuse 30 A, 15 A, 10 A, 5 A

236 Information Record

VIN Engine No. Color Label & Code Owner’s Name Address City/State Phone Dealer’s Name Address City/State Phone Service Manager Specifications

237 Index

A B C A/M Switch ...... 52, 113 Back Button ...... 48 Caring for Your Motorcycle ...... 216 Accessories ...... 17 Back Switch ...... 50, 51 Catalytic Converter ...... 226 Adjustable Windscreen ...... 134 Battery ...... 143, 150 Clock ...... 23, 77 Air Cleaner ...... 149 Bluetooth® Clutch Air Temperature Gauge ...... 35 Handsfree Calling ...... 102 Fluid ...... 164 AIRBAG Indicator ...... 45, 178 Headset Pairing ...... 86 Lever Adjustment ...... 167 Airbag System ...... 11, 64 Phone Pairing ...... 82 Oil Filter ...... 157 AM Radio ...... 90 Supported Profiles ...... 81 Clutch Lever ...... 167 Answer Back System ...... 59 Supported Version ...... 81 Clutch System ...... 164 Apple CarPlay ...... 79, 99, 214 Brake Lever ...... 167 Clutch Temperature Indicator ..... 45, 177 AT MODE ...... 113 Brake Light Switch ...... 162 Color Label ...... 142 AUDIO Button ...... 48 Brakes Combined ABS ...... 13 Audio System ...... 67, 211 Fluid ...... 160 Combined ABS Indicator ...... 47 Audio Setting ...... 73 Lever Adjustment ...... 167 Comfort & Convenience Basic Operations ...... 69 Pads Wear ...... 161 Adjustment ...... 131 Bluetooth® Setting ...... 81 Parking ...... 162 Coolant ...... 158 Component Locations ...... 68 Braking ...... 13 Coolant Temperature General Setting ...... 76 Brightness ...... 32, 210 Gauge ...... 41, 174, 180 Phone Setting ...... 88 Bulb Crankcase Breather ...... 166

Index Sound Setting ...... 73 Brake Light/Taillight ...... 204 Crash 4 To Pause a Track ...... 97 Front Turn Signal Light ...... 203 Cruise Control ...... 35, 121 To Play a Track ...... 96 Headlight ...... 203 Cruise Control Lever ...... 52 Trouble ...... 195 License Plate Light ...... 204 Cruise Control Main Switch ...... 52 Authorized Manuals ...... 228 Rear Turn Signal Light ...... 204 CRUISE MAIN Indicator ...... 44, 121 Auto Cancel Turn Signal ...... 28 CRUISE SET Indicator ...... 44, 121 Available Driving Distance ...... 37 Current Fuel Mileage ...... 26 Average Fuel Mileage ...... 26 Customer Support ...... 231

238 D F Helmet Holder ...... 129 D (AT MODE) Indicator ...... 39 Fairing Pocket ...... 127 High Beam Indicator ...... 45 D Switch ...... 52, 113 Final Drive Oil ...... 146, 159 High Coolant Temperature Digital Clock Adjustment ...... 77 Flooded Engine ...... 111 Indicator ...... 47, 174 FM Radio ...... 90 Hill Start Assist ...... 124 E 4-way Key/ENT Switch ...... 50, 51 Hill Start Assist (HSA) Elapsed Time ...... 26 Front Brake Lever Adjustment ...... 167 Indicator ...... 46, 124, 178 Electrical Adjustable Front Suspension ...... 168 Home Button ...... 48 Suspension ...... 29, 168 Fuel Home Switch ...... 50, 51 Electrical Trouble ...... 203 Average Fuel Mileage ...... 26 Honda Contacts ...... 230 Emergency Key ...... 208 Current Fuel Mileage ...... 26 Honda Selectable Torque Control Emission Control Systems ...... 223 Gauge ...... 38, 179 (Torque Control) ...... 120 Engine Low Fuel Indicator ...... 44 Honda SMART Key ...... 208 Number ...... 221 Recommended ...... 125 Answer Back Button ...... 54 Oil ...... 145, 154 Remaining ...... 38 Battery ...... 170 Oil Filter ...... 155 Tank Capacity ...... 125 LED ...... 54 Overheats ...... 174 Fuses ...... 145, 205 ON/OFF button ...... 54 Starting ...... 110, 111 UNLOCK Button ...... 54 Stop Switch ...... 52, 110, 111, 210 G Honda SMART Key Battery ...... 170 Will Not Start ...... 173 Gasohol ...... 227 Honda SMART Key Does Not Operate

Environment ...... 220 Gasoline ...... 125 Properly ...... 184 Index Equipment Gear Position Indicator ...... 39 Honda SMART Key Indicator ...... 45, 176 Fairing Pocket ...... 127 Gear Shift Operation ...... 114 Honda SMART Key System ...... 56, 212 Helmet Holder ...... 129 Horn Button ...... 50, 51 Helmet Holder Hanger ...... 129 H HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Saddlebags ...... 126 Handle Grip Heater ...... 131 Control) ...... 31 Shelter Case ...... 129 Handle Grip Heater Button ...... 48 Tool Kit ...... 130 Handle Grip Heater Indicator ..... 42, 179 Travel Trunk ...... 126 Hazard Switch ...... 52 Headlight Aim ...... 167 Headlight Dimmer Switch ...... 50, 51 239 I M O Idling Stop Button ...... 52 Maintenance Odometer ...... 36 Idling Stop Indicator ...... 46 Fundamentals ...... 140 Oil Idling Stop OFF Indicator ...... 40 Importance ...... 137 Engine ...... 145, 154 Idling Stop System ...... 28, 61 Safety ...... 137 Final Drive ...... 146, 159 Ignition Cut-off System Schedule ...... 138 Overheating ...... 174 Banking Sensor ...... 210 Map Color ...... 32 Owner’s Manual ...... 130, 210 Side Stand ...... 163 Maximum Weight Limit ...... 17 Oxygenated Fuels ...... 227 Ignition Switch ...... 49, 110, 210 MODE Button ...... 52 Indicators ...... 44 Modifications ...... 17 P INFO Button ...... 48 Moving in Reverse ...... 117 Parking ...... 15 Information Record ...... 237 MT MODE ...... 113 Parking Brake ...... 60 Instruments ...... 22 Multi-information Display ...... 23 Parking Brake Indicator ...... 47 INFO 1 display ...... 34 Basic Operations ...... 24 Parking Brake Lever ...... 60 INFO 2 display ...... 39 Helpful Information ...... 27 Parts Location ...... 18 INFO 3 display ...... 41 Information bar ...... 25 Passenger Seat Heater Multi-information Display ...... 23 Navigation ...... 23 Indicator ...... 43, 133 Instruments, Controls, & System Information ...... 27 Passenger Seat Heater Switch ..... 54, 133 Other Features ...... 210 Vehicle Information ...... 26 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Interface Dial ...... 48 Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Index iPhone ...... 92 N (MIL) ...... 45, 175 iPod ...... 92 N Switch ...... 52, 113 Phone Neutral Indicator ...... 46 To End a Call ...... 107 L To Make a Call ...... 102 Labels ...... 6 To Receive a Call ...... 107 Load Limits ...... 17 Protective Apparel ...... 10 Loading Guidelines ...... 17 Low Fuel Indicator ...... 44 Q Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...... 45, 175 Quick Engine Starting ...... 111 Low Tire Pressure Indicator ...... 44, 177

240 R S Tool Kit ...... 130 Radio Safety Guidelines...... 3 Travel Trunk ...... 126 FM/AM ...... 90 Safety Labels ...... 6 Storing Your Motorcycle ...... 219 Rear Suspension ...... 168, 169 Safety Precautions ...... 10 Suspension Preload Recommended Seat Heater ...... 132 Adjustment ...... 29, 168, 169 Brake Fluid ...... 146 Seat Heater Indicator ...... 42, 43, 180 Suspension Preload Indicator ...... 43 Clutch Fluid ...... 146 SEL Button ...... 48 Switches ...... 48 Coolant ...... 146 SET Button ...... 48 Engine Oil ...... 145 Shift Down Switch (-) ...... 50 T Final Drive Oil ...... 146 Shift Up Switch (+) ...... 50 Tachometer ...... 22 Fuel ...... 125 Shifting Gears ...... 112 Throttle ...... 165, 210 Refueling ...... 125 Side Stand ...... 163 Tire pressure gauge ...... 38 Remote Transmitter ...... 128 Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System ... 163 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Removal Side Stand Indicator ...... 42 (TPMS) ...... 16, 212, 222 Battery ...... 150 Siri ...... 101 Tires Cylinder Head Side Cover ...... 151 Source/Private Mode Switch ...... 50, 51 Air Pressure ...... 38, 147 Fog Light Cover ...... 151 Spark Plug ...... 153 Puncture ...... 189 Left Engine Side Cover ...... 152 Specifications ...... 233 Replacing ...... 148, 189 Side Cover ...... 152 Speedometer ...... 22 Tool Kit ...... 130 Repair Kit ...... 189 Start button ...... 52 Torque Control ...... 16, 120

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.) ...... 232 Starting the Engine ...... 110 Torque Control Indicator ...... 46, 176 Index Reverse Button ...... 51 Steering Lock ...... 55 Torque Control OFF Indicator ...... 46 Reverse Mode Switch ...... 51 Steering Lock Indicator ...... 45 TPMS Indicator ...... 44, 178 Rider Seat Heater Button ...... 48, 132 Stopping Engine ...... 111, 210 Transporting Your Motorcycle ...... 219 Rider Seat Heater Indicator ...... 42, 132 Storage Travel Trunk & Saddlebags Open Riding Mode ...... 118 Equipment ...... 126 Indicator ...... 41 Riding Mode Indicator ...... 39, 118 Fairing Pocket ...... 127 Tripmeter ...... 36, 210 Riding Precautions ...... 13 Helmet Holder ...... 129 Turn Signal Indicators ...... 44, 46 Owner’s Manual ...... 130 Turn Signal Switch ...... 50, 51 Saddlebags ...... 126 Shelter Case ...... 129 241 U USB Audio Files ...... 93 Compatible Devices ...... 92 USB Connection ...... 94 USB Device ...... 92 USB Flash Drive ...... 92

V Vehicle Identification Number ...... 221 Voice Control Switch ...... 50, 51 VOL Lever ...... 50, 51

W Walking Speed Mode ...... 115 Walking Speed Mode Indicator ...... 40 Walking Speed Mode Switch ...... 50 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ...175 Warranty Coverage and Service ...... 229 Washing Your Motorcycle ...... 216

Index Weight Limit ...... 17, 233 Wheels Front Removal ...... 190 Rear Removal ...... 193 Windscreen ...... 134, 217 Windscreen Adjusting Lever ...... 50, 51, 134 Windscreen Ventilation Louver ...... 135

242 California Proposition 65 Warning

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.