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Intercom for ’02 GL1800
Recently, I got on my Wing and found that
the intercom was not working even though
the CB radio and the AM/FM radio were both
functioning properly. I listened to both the
CB and radio through the headset and the
speakers.
Must I remove the audio unit from under
the top shelter and bring this part to my
Honda dealer for shipment to a repair station
or is there something else I should be looking
at
Mickey Cohen
GWRRA #73315
Longwood, Florida
Mickey, the first things I’d suggest are to
look at the simple but often overlooked problems.
For instance, are you certain that the
intercom is actually turned on and that its volume
isn’t set to minimum Check your headset
cables by swapping temporarily with a friend.
Remove and reinstall both of the radio’s electrical
plugs, making sure that they both click
firmly into position. If you’ve installed an
aftermarket device designed to alter the way
the intercom’s microphones work, perhaps that
device has developed a problem.
Failing any of these easy remedies, yes—
you’ll need to remove the audio unit and either
ask your dealer to have it repaired, or ship it
yourself to Sierra Electronics.
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Disused ’98 SE Aspencade
Due to several surgeries on my feet and one
massive heart attack, I have not been able to
ride like I want to for five years. Now I am a
lot better and want to get my new plates and a
new battery and ride some more. What should
I be aware of, damage-wise, for the bike sitting
around for five years, besides having the oil
and filter changed The tires still look okay, no
cracks or whatever, but what do I know
Please advise.
Steve Lee
GWRRA #133107
Kokomo, Indiana
Steve, I’m glad to hear you’re recovering.
The tires may be fine; check the date code or
have a mechanic do that for you. The tires
should be replaced if they’re more than seven
years old. Depending on how (or if) the bike
was prepped before storage, you could find
that it fires right up and runs like a champ with
fresh fuel in the tank. On the other hand, you
could now have a tank full of horribly stale gas
and two carburetors that are hopelessly fouled,
requiring a complete fuel system overhaul.
Also, depending on storage conditions, it’s not
uncommon to find that rodents or insects have
damaged wiring and built a nest in the air
cleaner box, filling it with a cornucopia of
twigs, nuts, corn, or even dog food. Check for
this before attempting to start the bike.
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