The 30mm cannon is a magnificent weapon system. So much so, the USAF said, let's build an airplane around it! The A-10 was born. Well, Honda said, this air filter is AWESOME! Let's build a motorcycle around it!!! And the 2018 Goldwing was born. LOL

You’re a champ for getting that deep into the bike. Thanks for showing us all how much is involved. I think I will enjoy the 16000 miles I have to put on my bike and not think about getting into that mess. Just yet!

I wasn't looking forward to doing the air filter the first time on my 2004, but with a patient methodical approach it was pretty straightforward. I can do it in less than an hour these days. Instead of making easier on the 2018+ Honda has made it worse. Hats off to you my friend. Pinch a cup cake tray from the kitchen for all the screws, bolts, rivets and fasteners to keep them grouped in order.

Honda needs to invent a slide in/out filter holder. That is crazy!!

@SuperDusty111

Жыл бұрын

I would imagine Honda does this on purpose so that 95% of the people decide to take it to the dealer and spend all the money to have it replaced....

WOW...I think I'm going to go out into the garage and give my gl1500 a big hug.🤗 And I will never complain about maintaining her ever again.🤐

Jesus! I had the dealership replace my air cleaner for free while they were replacing a broken body panel seat clip under warranty. Looks like I made the right call!

@hadespaganism2405

Жыл бұрын

I agree you did make the right choice 👍

Great job buddy, you're a brave man. You have convinced me to go to the dealer for this service. Thank you.

@ghettobirdie

3 жыл бұрын

Now the only thing is how many labor hours is a new filter take? At like 120,ish per labor hour that looks like a 600 filter change.

@spencermitchell1864

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@Realhappiness2260

8 ай бұрын

😂

@Realhappiness2260

8 ай бұрын

That was for taking it to the dealer comment. I may have at agree and consider other things that may need to be done because of the dismantle that far. Still a great informative video.

@seatime674

6 ай бұрын

Yeah and they STILL may tell you they changed it and never did and you would never know!!

It's probably easier to change the dilithium crystals on the Star Ship Enterprise. Good job though.

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

No it's not.

@thomasmarshall6109

Жыл бұрын

I think the flux capacitor was a tad on the difficult side to change, had to remove. Then comes the nano capacitance induction tubes (very fragile) then behind there is the termination points, should have just had doc do it. Charges to much $88 dollars per hour.

@thomasmarshall6109

Жыл бұрын

Those darn Dilithium crystals, Scotty did great job😅

I love my 2018 DCT Tour, but the air filter replacement freaks me out. I want to do it myself, because I don't trust the kids at the dealership, but this is truly intimidating. I miss my old CB 750. It had the air box under the seat, held together with four Phillips-head screws. I could change the filter during my lunch break and still have time to eat a sandwich.

@josephbolz4550

2 жыл бұрын

You got that right about the kids. Bikes are too complicated. Profit margins are too thin. Mechanics are too scarce

Well done. Thanks for posting the video. It's really helpful.

Wow, that is crazy! I just bought one of these 2018 GW manual bikes, and this is silly! Wow, you get a sub for all your hard work. Thank you!

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@ROTTK9

3 жыл бұрын

just picked up a 2019 GL1800B new old stock with 1 mile on it, I will be letting the dealership work on it when it needs it, my '84 GL1200i was hard enough to work on.

@heesanoice7637

2 жыл бұрын

@@ROTTK9 that’s gonna cost you over $300. For a freaking air filter. I’m going back to a Harley.

@scottcarruthers5127

2 жыл бұрын

@@heesanoice7637 Jesus! I'm thinking the same thing.

I did my 2006 Honda Goldwing myself as well. A lot of hardware and body parts. I opted to install the K&N Air Filter due to the design to cut down on the 15,000 mile intervals.

Nice job Spencer.

Great video. I wish it would have had the tear down and all the rebuild included. I think it is ridiculous people charge for help videos these days. Thank you for showing this much

Great video!

I have personally visited most of the Caribbean islands ,and was amazed that most of the vehicles dropped off there have never had any maintenance ,until 150,000 miles or until they break. my 2c

Good video I'm working slowly doing mine to change my air filter

Did this same exercise on my DCT Airbag which adds other complexities. One recommendation that works well is to lay out all the Tupperware with the associated hardware in a clockwise pattern around the garage. Being a little anal here can save a lot of aggravation while speeding up reassembly when you reverse the process.

@thomasmarshall6109

Жыл бұрын

Also found using a muffin baking pan with all the muffin holes works great for organizing bits and parts as well, good luck with all your maintenance endeavors!

Great video. It has me thinking about selling my 2018, 6-speed. Dealer bills shop labor at $175/hour. Pulling "tupperware" and keeping track of screws adds up quickly. Thank you.

@heesanoice7637

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah , I’m looking at Road Glides at the Harley dealership , because I’m right at 16,000 miles.

This video needs to be seen by all 2018+ Goldwing owners. It looks like a challenge, but I ride motorcycles. 🏍

I have been waiting to see what a job it is to remove that air filter. You would think that Honda would have a better design by this point. Or you don't have to tear the entire bike apart and destroy all the electronics just to get to an air filter. Great video Thanks man

The air filter setup is about the only thing I don't like about my 18 DCT. So far I've done all the service myself, but when the dealer told me 2.5 hours for the labor, I decided it's worth letting them do it. Hopefully they don't miss anything when putting it back together.

Thanks for this.

I did mine at 14,000. Definitely could have gone much further. I took advantage of the situation and pulled the ecm out for the Guhl flash. I also added some auxiliary lighting.

@damiansgaragebuilds7663

Жыл бұрын

Who flashed the ecm?

As you may know, Traxxion Dynamics sells a set of machined seat bolts. Bushing, washer, bolt all in one. Nothing to drop. Thanks for exposing the guts of the bike.

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@steveharleyfan

3 жыл бұрын

I wish Traxxion sold a reasonably accessible after market air filter.

@alp3781

2 жыл бұрын

I epoxy the sleeve the seat tab and the washer to the bolt. No issues now !!!! Simple and done.

I have a new 21 and like it. This makes me just want to sell it when it reaches 16,000 miles.

@SvenTSchixe

3 жыл бұрын

Rotflmfao Goldwing low miles!!! Won't last long!!🤣🤣🤙

@pinball2002

2 жыл бұрын

Was just thinking the same thing 🤣

@davebarnes6705

Ай бұрын

Just run it until your gas mileage drops then have the dealership do it

Just bought a new 2021. Curious to know how much the dealer charges to replace it

Being a DIY guy myself, I will get to do this very soon. I figure the dealer doesn't have any better way, or maybe not even more experience, so why pay to have it done. Just take your time and be careful as you did. You started out with just the glovebox to remove, so most of the work was done to that point, but good vid. I think while it's apart, looks like a good opportunity, so why not route some needed wires up for accessories. Thanks for the information.

A good if frightening video!! Have yiu a video showing how to strip the top tupperware off ? I have the side of seat off, but struggling to see how to get the top stuff off.

youre a brave man! lol. nice job

Great job!

Glad to see the robo vac ready to pounce on the first screw you drop 😂

Simply, insane ! I will let the dealer do it. They break something, they will replace. Whatever the cost is to do it, let it be.

@alp3781

3 жыл бұрын

@@tinman3505 Correct! That could be an issue too. That's why I always go to a very large dealer. They carry tougher rules, internally.

@alp3781

11 ай бұрын

Honda dealer by me wants 500.00 to do air filter. NOPE !!! Will do it in my garage, even if it takes a day.

Good job.

I haven't found any videos on lifting off the top shelf. Can't get mine to lose

Thank you helpful information

Great video. Curious as to how many hours in total it took to dissassemble and reassemble everything. In any event, you made it look possible!

If you can do it, I CAN DO IT!! hahaha ,great video, appreciated!

Great Video, tks

Most people say 16,000 is way too soon,,,,I plan on 30,000 unless I think it is losing power,,,,,I wonder if the ECM senses a partly clogged filter and adjusts fuel accordingly so hopefully it doesn't hurt anything.

Hello from South Florida. I have thought about doing this but not looking forward to it, especially with the airbag model. I wonder how many dealers "SAY" they replaced the filter but really don't. I want to see my bike tore down in the shop before I pay..LOL. Maintaining this bike is hard work. ALSO TO ALL OWNERS DON"T USE PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVERS !! Get the Japanese type. They look the same but they aren't and I ended up having to spend hours drilling out a screw on the fusebox.

We don't take off a lot of that bracketry. 1:54 Once the front snorkel is removed the air box lid and filter can slide out the left side from under the airbag/storage box. One tip I can give you if you do it this way, place a small dab of painters tape on each lid screw to hold them up out of the way as you slide the lid back in place. This will help protect the new filter from being snagged by one of the screws hanging down. When removing the lid we don't care if the screws drag on the old filter, right?

@stephencarr7173

7 ай бұрын

Pro Tip!

Has anyone gone to the dealer to have this done. If so, how much $$$?

Good on you! But, I think that may be one of those jobs best left for the dealer.

I just bought a '21 DCT Tour. Obviously, I am not looking forward to replacing the air filter @ 16K !! That being said, my '15 BMW r1200RT is not a picnic to work on either. Nearly all modern bikes, that have a lot of plastic body work, are going to be much more difficult to work on. However, it is less of a hassle than the days of my Harley ownership where bolts were vibrating OFF the bike as I rode ! So, at least the Wing retains its fasteners ! Even my '12 650 V-Strom was a pain to work on (due to v-twin being crammed into the frame with very little clearance to access fasteners !). However, I am pretty mechanical, and overall like the experience of working on my bikes. And one last thought: If one does NOT want to do his own maintenance, and one thinks that Honda service is too expensive, then...DO NOT buy a Gold Wing. Stick to something simpler. Or...maybe motorcycles are not your "cup of tea" if you are averse to things mechanical. Also, having the right tools really helps. Make sure you buy yourself a good sent of T-handle hex, torx, and ball-end torx drivers. (I recommend Bondhus USA-made versions). These are extremely helpful in working on nearly any bike. Thanks for the fine video, and sharing !

I'll just buy a new Bike! fuck doing all that..

@hugobozzy

2 ай бұрын

Haha !

Thanks for sharing 🤓😎🏍💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

You bet

Very nice vid! Hopefully you saved some dough. Wonder what the dealer charges for air filter replacement? You know those mechanics at Honda has all the manuals that show play by play. Your doing it off of a few vids and common sense, great job! I watch this video for a reason because I don't own a Goldwing I have a BMW K 1600 and thinking about switching over, and I was just curious about the procedure for the air filter, I just did it on my BMW and it was almost as bad as this.

@bluevalkyrie2517

9 ай бұрын

The air filter in the Goldwing airbag model is even funner!

this now looks like a 50K mile filter to me. hahahahahahaa

Where the videos before yours to get to where you start?

good advice

I own a goldwing, before I got it a friend said “you know the first thing they put on a goldwing at the assembly line is the air filter”..I kinda laughed, after watching this video I think he was right..

Holy cow, was that Eufy in there too?

Well, I'm glad that Honda hasn't changed the aggravation and complexity on the new models. I think they built the bike around the air filter from '01 to '22. And mine has the driver's airbag which adds a measure of teeth gnashing to an already hateful task.

Those of you saying they just take it to the dealership, good luck trusting that idea. I imagine they say the same thing about taking it apart. Nope, charge him $250 for a $25 air filter and we will act like we did it. Sorry doing it myself so I know it was done. Did it on my 2002 and will do it on my 2019 DCT.

GOOD NEWS!

I've never been able to watch medical shows where they show surgeries inside a human body, this is the same for me. I almost got sick seeing all the inards of this bike. I just hope when I take mine in for service that it comes back as a whole bike from factory.

Annnnd that's why when I need a service, I take it to a shop and they can do it 🤣

While it’s apart add all those other thing you want! You better get that back together before we leave for Dillard!

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

It's back together. I added new spark plugs and Rivco highway pegs too. See you on Thursday.

Makes you wonder what honda where thinking!..overley complicated..would not attempt it myself..will prob trade it before due...great video

How long did it take I done a 05 and a 08 wing I had .??

Can't imagine this being needed before 30K miles. Traxxion has a video with one that has over 60K. Wouldn't go that far ..😁

Yeah, I'll be saving my money for the dealer I guess. Holy Crap! if you do this take pictures with your phone along the way so you know how it came apart. Also, take a piece of cardboard and stick the bolts in the cardboard labeling each set as you go along.

I don't have the patience. Currently at 4K, not looking forward to 16K. She will be going to the dealership for this chore.

wow, my 2016 GW took about 3 hours.......to remove....LOL, i had 1-2 bolt/screws leftover....not sure where they went HAHA. of course, they were replaced later when it got hit. I have a 22 now, not looking forward to doing this. its either $300? by the dealer or whatever 3 hours shop labor is, not that... I was told that replacing the filter or even installing the foglights is an even worse operation than the previous gen bikes...! know who told me that????the dealer..lol

It would be nice to show everyone HOW to remove the glove box

I would figure out a way to make a new air box and put the filter as close to the front forks as I can. This is ridiculous

This is ridiculous. I currently have a 2015 Goldwing trike. Put 131,000 miles on my previous 2006. I can change the air filter relatively quick. “Relatively”.😂😂 This is just one more reason why I may find a new 2017 somewhere and just put it aside for when I need a new one!!

Not much different than my 2003. After your first time it gets easier. First timers should take plenty of pictures.

@michaelhoare5291

3 жыл бұрын

I don't agree. This looks way more complicated than an 01-17 filter change. Even so, it still comes down patients and documenting or recording the steps and having a couple of muffin trays to organise all the nuts, bolts, screws and fixings.

Too the dealer, lols

Sometimes, often, it seems like manufacturers make things so difficult on purpose, to force you to take the bike to the dealership and prevent you from doing it yourself... A bike brand with bad policies regarding DIY maintenance is off my list of options.

Isn't the whole part of doing this video starting it from start to scratch not in the middle of it

At least the Honda engineers made it real easy for maintenance. 🤣

Lord have mercy. Guess I will keep my 1982 GL1100 Interstate - an air filter change takes 5 minutes and doesn't involve any tools.

I also have a 2018 Goldwing now. I had a 2003 and I replaced the air filter on it. They need a better design for the air filter. It is crazy...

@kc5hgv

2 жыл бұрын

Fuck that is worse that my 2005 Goldwing that I use to do myself. The labor will be expensive at the Honda Shop on my 2018.

UUUmmmm....ok.... so, you made a video that shows no disassembly or reassembly, got it. 🤣🤣

ohhh my

I spoke to a dealer about this. They told me one day and $1000 to get the air filter changed. Ouch!!!!!

I swear to God…it’s like they designed the entire bike around the air filter…..best bike ever…but good lord Honda!

Would be a good time to flush the radiator while you have it torn apart.

I do not remember what my shop estimated the cost to change the air filter on my 2015 F6B, but it was enough that I sold it. This is ridiculous surgery to replace an air filter, along with the cost. I assumed the egg heads at Honda would have designed a way to pull the old cartridge out and install a new one with some type of access panel...aren't the Japanese known for their ingenuity. I will never buy a Honda GL until they get this sorted out, Hate to say it, but my Harley is such a better bike when it comes to access to anything on the bike.

This is just as bad as he 2017 models on back. My BMW K1600GTL or any BMW K-bike is not even close to complicated for changing the air filters. Good job!!

Guys it’s the cost of owning the best! Yes it stinks but it’s worth the ride. I figure every 18 months it gos to the shop for filter change and tune up. 850.00 every 18 months is not to bad. Change the oil your self. Treat her good keep two wheels down!

Letting the dealership do it and some duffus that’s never done it and don’t care about anything more than getting a paycheck. Don’t care how hard it is I’ll do it myself when it comes time.

@bluevalkyrie2517

9 ай бұрын

Believe it or not there are dedicated professionals out there. Ask the HONDA dealer for a "RED" level technician. There are no { "duffus" } doofus REDs

I was hoping they made this easier on new gen. All of honda's innovation & they leave this a disaster.

What's the lifespan of the filter? If it is not 20000 miles I would not buy this motorcycle. This is ridiculous!

Not helpful. I got to the same spot as you by watching Cruisemans Garage. Was really hoping that this video would show how to remove the cubby.

I was going to ask how long the process took but after watching, I will not do this. One word of caution: remove that robot vacuum before it sucks up all your parts !!!

Sure is a lot of Tupperware. Lol

dealers charge from 200 to 300 for this job. who knows if the techs get it right

@jeffreyscoggins9825

3 жыл бұрын

I am needing an oil change and I am out of my current area. Talking with the dealership service here in Northern VA, the service manager says they only have one guy who works on GW since they are so complicated. For an oil change.... Now consider this or even worse - major engine repairs.

Rode Harley's for 35 years an did all my routine maintenance. I can service a HD air filter in 20 minutes. This is insane Anyone interested in a clean 2018 ?

@heesanoice7637

2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to trade mine in for a Road Glide.

I have this bike. It is a general nightmare to work on. Honda should be ashamed of this mess.

I think ill just keep trading mine in at 15,000. 😅

Dealer will set you back 2 to 3 hours labour for this job, it’s absurd. Was hoping Honda would make it easier than the previous generation, but they made it harder instead.

That is truly absurd that a major Car, boat motor, M/C etc etc etc this was the best they had to offer. I personally would have gone with an Indian had I known this BS

I have a 2018 GW, I think it's absolutely ridiculous what you have to do to get at the air filter. Great bike but this is an example of the ultimate worst engineering making something like that.

@spencermitchell1864

3 жыл бұрын

You are right about that.

@rayfossum9044

3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion they threw a filter on the ground and built a bike around it. I have changed one on a 2005 and its nuts!

@bryandouglas507

2 жыл бұрын

Remembers, engineers are probably not mechanics!

@keithallen3119

2 жыл бұрын

@@bryandouglas507 Nor are engineers normal people who think like normal people. Who cares that you have to take the entire top of the bike apart? It's an engineering marvel! We got it in the worst place possible.

Whollyophuck! I do not look forward to this. I hate R&Replacing that plastic stuff & getting all to re fit correctly and dont completely trust any dealer around here to do much of the regular maintenance. I always dreaded checking / adjusting valves on my VTX 1800 and that was by far a simpler process than this nightmare. I thought the stock suspension was the biggest joke on GW's but this.....

More holes than Swiss 🧀

On a 27000 euro bike you have to deassemble the entire bike to change a 40 euro air filter. How dare you Honda. Do you employ anyone that has any amount of brains???

Assurdo dover smontare mezza moto per un filtro dell'aria. Assurdo...