HONDA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
USB CORD
P/N 08E79-MKC-A00
Application: GL1800/D/DA, GL1800B/BD
Publication No. MII 16426 | Issue Date: January 2018
Honda Dealer: Please give a copy of these instructions to your customer.
Parts List
| No. | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| (1) | Installation Instructions URL | 1 |
| (2) | USB cord | 1 |
| (3) | Holder clip | 1 |
| (4) | Wire tie | 3 |
Diagram Description: Visual representation of the parts included in the kit, labeled (1) through (4).
Supplies Required
- Dish soap solution (Water:Dish soap / 100:1)
- Shop towel
- Side cutters
Torque Chart
Refer to the Service Manual for the torque values of the removed parts.
Installation
⚠️ CAUTION
To prevent burns, allow the engine, exhaust system, radiator, etc., to cool before installing the accessory.
Notes:
- Disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery before installing this accessory.
- The clock will be erased when you disconnect the battery. Reset the clock after reconnecting the battery.
- Reinstall the removed parts on the motorcycle and make sure that the wires and harnesses are not pinched.
- Trim the excess ends off the wire ties after attaching them to the wire harnesses. Do not allow the cut part of the wire tie to interfere with another harness or brake hose.
Step 1
Open the left saddlebag lid as shown. Repeat on the right side.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows the left saddlebag lid being opened. Labels: <LEFT SADDLEBAG LID>.
Step 2
Remove the left side cover as shown, and disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the left side cover. Labels: <LEFT SIDE COVER>.
Step 3
Remove the right side cover in the same manner as the left side.
Step 4
Remove the seat as shown. Disconnect the connector for GL1800/D/DA.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the seat using bolts and washers. Labels: SEAT, BOLT, WASHER.
Step 5
Remove the right and left rear top lid as shown. Perform this step on GL1800B/BD only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the left and right rear top lids. Labels: LEFT REAR TOP LID, RIGHT REAR TOP LID.
Step 6
Remove the parts as shown. Perform this step on GL1800B/BD only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing clips and screws from the center rear top cover. Labels: CLIP, SCREW, CENTER REAR TOP COVER.
Step 7
Remove the center rear top cover by pulling it firmly up and back as shown. Perform this step on GL1800B/BD only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows pulling the center rear top cover up and back. Labels: CENTER REAR TOP COVER.
Step 8
Remove the right and left passenger grip as shown. Remove the cable.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing passenger grips with bolts and washers, and a cable. Labels: BOLT, WASHER, RIGHT PASSENGER GRIP, LEFT PASSENGER GRIP, CABLE.
Step 9
Remove the fuse holders as shown. <Left side>
Diagram Description: Illustration shows fuse holders located on the left side. Labels: FUSE HOLDERS.
Step 10
Remove the left passenger step holder cover as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the left passenger step holder cover using bolts and clips. Labels: BOLT, CLIP, LEFT PASSENGER STEP HOLDER COVER, SCREW.
Step 11
Remove the battery band and battery as shown. Disconnect the positive (+) cable from the battery.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the battery band and battery. Labels: BOLT, BATTERY BAND, BATTERY.
Step 12
Open the trunk lid as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only. Refer to the Owner's Manual and use the emergency trunk cable to open the trunk lid.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows opening the trunk lid. Labels: TRUNK LID.
Step 13
Remove the USB cord as shown. Perform this step on GL1800DA only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the USB cord. Labels: USB CORD.
Step 14
Remove the parts as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing a trunk holder with a screw. Labels: <GL1800DA>, TRUNK HOLDER, SCREW.
Step 15
Remove the trunk front lower panel as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the trunk front lower panel. Labels: TRUNK FRONT LOWER PANEL.
Step 16
Remove the parts as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only. Repeat on the left side.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing screws and clips from the vehicle body. Labels: SCREW, CLIP.
Step 17
Remove the trunk right side cover as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only. Repeat on the left side.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the trunk right side cover. Labels: <Right side>, TRUNK RIGHT SIDE COVER.
Step 18
Remove the clips as shown. Repeat on the right side.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing clips from different locations on GL1800/D/DA and GL1800B/BD models. Labels: CLIP.
Step 19
Disconnect the connector and remove the trunk center lower cover as shown. Perform this step on GL1800/D/DA only.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows disconnecting a 2-pin waterproof connector and removing the trunk center lower cover with a screw. Labels: 2-PIN WATERPROOF CONNECTOR (Black), SCREW, TRUNK CENTER LOWER COVER.
Step 20
Remove the rear fender as shown. Disconnect the connector.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the rear fender and disconnecting a connector. Labels: SCREW, REAR FENDER.
Step 21
Remove the saddlebag rear center cowl as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing the saddlebag rear center cowl. Labels: SADDLEBAG REAR CENTER COWL.
Step 22
Remove the parts as shown. <Left side>
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing parts using bolts and screws. Labels: WASHER, BOLT, SCREW.
Step 23
Remove the screw as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing a screw from the vehicle body.
Step 24
Remove the grommet as shown. <Left side>
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing a grommet from the left saddlebag. Labels: GROMMET (Save), LEFT SADDLEBAG.
Step 25
Apply dish soap solution to the position shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows applying dish soap solution to a grommet on the USB cord. Labels: DISH SOAP SOLUTION, Apply., GROMMET, USB CORD.
Step 26
Move the left saddlebag and route the USB cord as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows moving the left saddlebag and routing the USB cord through a grommet. Labels: USB CORD, LEFT SADDLEBAG, GROMMET, Insert into the hole., Move.
Step 27
Install the holder clip as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows installing the holder clip for the USB cord. Labels: USB CORD, HOLDER CLIP.
Step 28
Route the USB cord as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows routing the USB cord.
Step 29
Install the left saddlebag in the reverse order of removal.
Step 30
Remove the jack cap as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows removing a jack cap. Labels: JACK CAP (Save).
Step 31
Route and connect the USB cord as shown.
Diagram Description: Illustrations show routing and connecting the USB cord for GL1800DA and GL1800/D/B/BD models.
Step 32
Secure the USB cord with the wire tie as shown. Secure the USB cord to the motorcycle's harness.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows securing the USB cord with a wire tie to the motorcycle's harness. Labels: WIRE TIE, USB CORD.
Step 33
Secure the USB cord with the wire tie as shown. Secure the USB cord to the motorcycle's harness.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows securing the USB cord with a wire tie to the motorcycle's harness. Labels: WIRE TIE, USB CORD.
Step 34
Secure the USB cord with the wire tie as shown. Secure the USB cord to the motorcycle's harness.
Diagram Description: Illustration shows securing the USB cord with a wire tie to the motorcycle's harness. Labels: WIRE TIE, USB CORD.
Step 35
Install the motorcycle's parts in the reverse order of removal.
- Confirm that any wire harness is not caught or too tight.
Step 36
Check the USB cord, headlight and the other lights for proper operation. Check the operation of the trunk opener.
