@@GrannyTxRoadRunner The tank bag is a sw motech day pack. its been a long time but there was a company selling a special mount that retro fit that bag to the goldwing i cant remember the company its been so long. The bracket is a pretty simple design. But the whole setup was very pricey. If i remember who the company was or if there still around, ill add it to this reply

@ thank you for such a quick reply! I’ll see what motech has. Was it magnetic or straps to hold it on? My sister, and I both ride ‘08 GW gl1800 and are trying to figure out a tank pack with a hydration

@@GrannyTxRoadRunner i found it heres a link to a thread about it. They no longer make it but are still in business. Its a 2 piece design made from sheet aluminum. One piece is mounded perm under the key trim using existing bolts and has a pin to detach the bag. Simpe but effective. www.goldwingowners.com/threads/tank-bag-for-goldwing.126917/

@@SCWMoto thank you!!

@ and I am enjoying your videos.

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The dragon is on my list. Excellent riding through there.

When you know where to go but don't know where you are, the adventure begins.

@@scotw67 its not the easiest but it can be done with the provided tool. I adjusted mine twice once on initial install and once for a long trip with passenger and luggage and back. For a budget solution on the line. Its a comprise but worth it.

@@bobhorak3219 they are not just pull, there is a little springy tab you need to press in hold to unlock it. It is a common plug type used.

Here is a link to ebay for a set to see what they look like. Rectifier plug. images.app.goo.gl/WVeKR4HFVHwVxBB98

THANKS everyone....Got it! Appreciate your help!

@@johnwrycza awsome

@@mavic2pro. that was an Ebay purchase back in the day, an unbranded product. If you do a search in eBay for “zg1400 ball mount” several options still come up. That should get you what you need.

@@SCWMoto Thank you very much :-)

@@ssfd739 it is recommended practice to do so. I did check the swr later on. It wasn’t that far off where it may cause heating. Funny it wasn’t covered on the installation instructions so I’m thinking the finals may be robust enough. I had to fab a pigtail that converted standard car radio antenna plug to the cb pl259 to use with my swr meter. 75 ohm to 50 ohm Thats why i didn’t cover it as i didn’t have the necessary hardware at the time.

@@michaelwenzel3196 hello as far as fork braces go, there are a lot of opinions out there where some people believe that they make a difference and there are others who believe they don’t. I’m of the opinion, that they do help so in my case, I would recommend putting a fork brace on. But on the same token, you should ensure that your bearings brakes alignment and tires are in good shape as well. A fork brace will enhance a well set up bike as opposed to hiding an existing problem. Ride safe my friend.

@@SCWMoto Thank you for the thoughtful advice, very much appreciated. i going to go with installing the fork brace. Thanks again!

@@blacklight4460 the bearings that are installed are sealed so there is no way to grease them so they just go in as is

I'm glad you found that "bush fix" useful it kept me from having to tow a time or two. I'm not usually a fan of splicing or soldering it it can be a consideration on this, especially if you have an ABS model. I would be interested to know how you make out with you project. Ride Safe

The harnesses are all clustered together share water and dust proof boots and have specific paths they run for space considerations. I didn't look to see what the potential of relocating any of the plugs would entail. there is very little play in wire lengths as well. as for altering lengths, I personally wouldn't do it there is an argument for doing so since you have had to go in there once, but I think this is just one of those things that can happen to a bike. But lightning can hit twice in the same place I suppose. 111K is a good run hopefully you get it sorted out for the next 111K. Ride safe. let me know how you make out I would be interested to know.

I hope splicing would work also. sure would save alot of time. Hope you'll make a video also. Thanks Ted, SATX, 2012 Goldwing

@@tedcollie7309 - I did the splicing. It has worked for at least 1000+ miles so far.

@@SCWMoto - I spliced in a second waterproof connector and so far after 1000+ miles it’s working fine. The next time I change the air filter my plans are to eliminate the factory connector under the air box. My OCD thinking is, splicing in another connector means I won’t lose wire length should I need to or when I need to do the repair again. And it eliminates the connector under the air box. So far so good, hoping the repair lasts.

@@wncryder that should be fine. If the connection is good enough to handle vibrations, moisture and heat, it should last the life of the sensor.

Yes, that hose is a breather. If I remember correctly, It just basically gets routed behind the airbox and drops down next to the battery overflow hose. I believe the color for the 1987 was candy wine red.

Hello, yes I do still monitor the comments here. All I can offer you would be personal opinion for my experience with the concourse. I’ve owned several over the years. I believe the engine on those bikes are fantastic. They can easily go high mileage providing they’re not abused. Because it’s a touring type motorcycle the chances of abuse are lower than with other models. But you can still have an neglected maintenanced bike. The particular bike that I’m working on in this video has around the same amount of miles and runs just fine. what’s particularly outstanding in my opinion on these engines, is the valve adjustment sequence where it’s not a shim bucket but a full adjustable set screw and if that maintenance is kept up the bike should run literally forever a couple of things that I found to keep an eye on is the water pump, which not in itself is a totally easy fix but it’s not a difficult either and it’s a cheap fix, clutch springs can be another. I have since sold my concourse and I’m not gonna lie I do have regrets as I’ve had for the others that I sold throughout the years, but I would never speak bad about the bike because I really enjoyed it while I had it. They are a little top-heavy due to the big gas tank, and pretty fragile if you drop them but once you get used to that they will give you miles of smiles. Enjoy riding my friend.

@@SCWMoto Thank you very much. Im hoping for the best and I plan to go through it as you do. Cheers.