I had to severe the license plates lighting wires to remove the plate. This would normally be a no issue since this type of wiring installation is typically one time event and not something that would be undone. Since I ordered a personalized plate this changed.
I’ve been using the Sena 20S communication system for about 5 years. I used this hardware in all weather conditions and not just the occasional rain or blistering heat. I’m talking about weeks at a time straight. I’m a super commuter on a bike.
When these systems are dialed in they work flawlessly. The only time I’ve had issues in the past was due to heavy onslaught of rain.
Today I replaced the stock wind screen that is fitted with the 2022 Goldwing Bagger model. The screen provides some level of protection but not what I’m used to with the 2015 Goldwing. This is real apparent at high speeds or riding in the rain.
I found a 2021 Goldwing Tour model wind screen for sell at the Facebook marketplace platform. The price was low enough to use as a temporary solution.
The size difference between the two Goldwing models can be seen one on top of the other.
The whole process of replacing the wind screen is straight forward and does not require any specialized tools. I would say it’s a 15-20 minute project, that’s taking your time.
As I mentioned previously, the larger wind screen is a temporary solution for next weeks predicted rain. I commute 110 miles a day and Thanksgiving week is supposed to be a wet one. The wind screen I plan on purchasing is the Klock Werks 18″ tinted model. I was hoping to see if any of the online sellers would be having a Black Friday sale. I haven’t seen any so far, the current price all over is $279.
From the rear view of the larger 20.25″ wind screen it looks tall and narrow. It definitely does not add cosmetic value to the over vibe of the bike. As long as it is able to keep some of the rain off me next week it will have served its purpose.
Installed the rear luggage rack this afternoon. Very simple process.
The fit and finish is spot on. There was no odd alignment issues.
I’ve seen several manufacturers for this particular part. I think most are knock offs of the original Honda OEM part.
One thing I noticed with the rear passenger backrest was the angle appeared to be less leaning towards the back. It is simply an illusion because adding the luggage rack had no changes made to the backrest.
It was freakin’ heck of cold riding this morning. Most of my commute was in the range of 32-34 degrees.
Some areas near Ione California dipped below 30 degrees around 28-29 mark. That’s freakin’ cold even with a heated liner running full blast.
My heated gloves went out last season and I have not replaced or look into repairing it myself. That’s going to be a priority to hang with the cold ass weather.
I’m so used to having a back rest on my sleds it was a priority for me to install one as soon as I could. That meant researching the current manufactures products.
I opted for the Honda OEM model. This is the first time I haven’t purchased other 3rd party solutions. I’ve used Utopia, Kuryakyn, Ultimate and others.
The OEM Honda style cosmetically looks the best to me. As far as functionality I don’t think it is as versatile as the 3rd party offerings. Both the rider and passenger seat do not have a quick release. The backrest are always on the sled.
The other odd thing about the passenger seat is the inability to adjust the vertical position. It’s a static position that seems to have backward tilt that is bit too much.
The angle of the seat may be adjusted by using spacers and longer bolts on the brackets 3 hole mount.