HONDA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST

The following parts are included:

Diagram Description: A visual representation of the parts included in the kit. Part (1) is a document, (2) is the XM antenna unit, (3) is a cable, (4) are wire ties, (5) are clip nuts, (6) is a screw, and (7) is a small cushion piece.

INSTALLATION

⚠️ CAUTION

To prevent burns, allow the engine, exhaust system, radiator, etc., to cool before installing the accessory.

? NOTE:

• Heat the bonding surfaces with a hair dryer if the ambient air temperature is below 70°F (21°C).
• The adhesive reaches full strength in 72 hours. Wait at least 24 hours before riding your motorcycle.
• Disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery before installing this accessory.
• The memory of 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.

1. Step 1: Slide up the windscreen fully as shown.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the motorcycle's windscreen. An arrow indicates sliding the windscreen upwards to its fully extended position. A note explains that the windscreen position is fixed when the SCREEN UP/DOWN switch is moved UP while turning the ignition switch OFF.

2. Step 2: Open the left saddlebag lid as shown. Repeat on the right side.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the rear section of the motorcycle, focusing on the left saddlebag. An arrow indicates opening the saddlebag lid. The text specifies to repeat this step for the right side.

3. Step 3: Remove the left side cover as shown, and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the left side of the motorcycle's bodywork. Arrows indicate the removal of the left side cover. A separate detail shows the battery terminal, with an arrow pointing to the disconnection of the negative (-) cable.

4. Step 4: Remove the right side cover in the same manner as the left side.

   Diagram Description: This step refers to the action described in Step 3, applied to the right side of the motorcycle. No specific diagram is provided for this step, relying on the description and previous illustration.

5. Step 5: Remove the seat as shown. Disconnect the connector for GL1800/D/DA.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the motorcycle seat being lifted or removed. Callouts point to the seat bolt and washer. A separate detail shows a connector being disconnected from under the seat.

6. Step 6: Remove the right and left windscreen covers as shown.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the upper front section of the motorcycle, near the handlebars and windscreen. Arrows indicate the removal of the left and right windscreen covers. Callouts point to clips used to secure these covers.

7. Step 7: Remove the windscreen as shown.

   Diagram Description: An exploded view of the windscreen assembly. Arrows indicate the removal of the windscreen. Callouts identify screws, washers, nylon washers, and rubber washers that need to be detached.

8. Step 8: Remove the left and right windscreen stays as shown.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the mounting points for the windscreen stays on the left side of the motorcycle. Arrows indicate the removal of the left windscreen stay. Callouts point to screws and stay nuts. The text indicates this is shown for the left side and implies repetition for the right.

9. Step 9: Fold down the left rear view mirror backward as shown. Repeat on the right side.

   Diagram Description: An illustration shows the left side rear-view mirror. A curved arrow indicates folding the mirror assembly backward. The text specifies repeating this for the right side.

10. Step 10: Remove the left mirror arm panel as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the mounting area for the left rear-view mirror arm. Arrows indicate the removal of the mirror arm panel. A screw is shown as the fastener.

11. Step 11: Remove the left rear view mirror as shown. Disconnect the connector.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the left rear-view mirror assembly being detached. Arrows indicate removal. Callouts point to bolts securing the mirror and a connector that needs to be disconnected.

12. Step 12: Repeat Steps 10 and 11 on the right side in the same manner as the left side.

    Diagram Description: This step instructs to replicate the mirror arm panel and mirror removal process on the right side of the motorcycle.

13. Step 13: Remove the screw as shown. Repeat on the right side.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a screw being removed from a component on the left side of the motorcycle's front fairing area. The text indicates repeating this on the right side.

14. Step 14: Remove the left deflector panel as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the left side of the motorcycle's lower fairing. Arrows indicate the removal of the left deflector panel. A screw is shown as the fastener.

15. Step 15: Remove the clip as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a clip being removed from a panel on the motorcycle.

16. Step 16: Remove the left inner cowl as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the inner paneling on the left side of the motorcycle's front section. Arrows indicate the removal of the left inner cowl. Screws and clips are shown as fasteners.

17. Step 17: Remove the clip as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a clip being removed from a component on the motorcycle.

18. Step 18: Remove the left middle cowl as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the middle section of the left side fairing. Arrows indicate the removal of the left middle cowl.

19. Step 19: Remove the right deflector panel, right inner cowl and right middle cowl in the same manner as the left side.

    Diagram Description: This step instructs to repeat the removal procedures from Steps 14, 16, and 18 for the corresponding panels on the right side of the motorcycle.

20. Step 20: Remove the clip as shown. Repeat on the right side.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a clip being removed from a panel on the motorcycle. The text indicates repeating this on the right side.

21. Step 21: Remove the screen garnish as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the screen garnish, a decorative panel around the windscreen, being removed. Screws are shown as fasteners.

22. Step 22: Remove the left inner wind flap as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the left side of the motorcycle's lower front section. Arrows indicate the removal of the left inner wind flap. Screws and a rubber washer are shown.

23. Step 23: Remove the right inner wind flap in the same manner as the left side.

    Diagram Description: This step instructs to repeat the removal procedure from Step 22 for the right inner wind flap.

24. Step 24: Remove the parts as shown. Repeat on the right side.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the meter visor area. Arrows indicate the removal of components, including the meter visor itself. Callouts point to screws and clips. The text indicates repeating this on the right side.

25. Step 25: Remove the meter visor as shown.

    Diagram Description: This step focuses on the removal of the meter visor, which was also part of Step 24.

26. Step 26: Install the clip nuts as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the underside of the motorcycle's front fairing area where clip nuts are being installed. Arrows indicate placement.

27. Step 27: Route and install the XM radio antenna as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the location where the XM radio antenna is mounted. A 5 mm screw is used to secure it. Arrows indicate the antenna's position.

28. Step 28: Route the XM radio antenna cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the routing path for the XM radio antenna cord along the motorcycle's frame or wiring harness on the left side. Arrows indicate the direction of the cord.

29. Step 29: Route the XM radio sub cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the routing path for the XM radio sub cord, depicted from a left side view without the top shelter for clarity, along the motorcycle's chassis. Arrows indicate the cord's path.

30. Step 30: Remove the screw as shown. Repeat on the right side.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a screw being removed from a component on the left side of the motorcycle. The text indicates repeating this on the right side.

31. Step 31: Remove the screws and trim clip as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows screws and a trim clip being removed from a panel on the motorcycle.

32. Step 32: Remove the parking lever as shown. Perform this step on GL1800D/DA/BD only.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the parking lever mechanism on the left side of the motorcycle. An arrow indicates the removal of the parking lever by detaching a bolt. This step is specific to certain models.

33. Step 33: Remove the left deflector A panel as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a specific deflector panel (labeled 'A') on the left side of the motorcycle's fairing being removed. Screws and clips are shown as fasteners.

34. Step 34: Route the XM radio sub cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the routing path for the XM radio sub cord along the motorcycle's frame or wiring harness. Arrows indicate the direction of the cord.

35. Step 35: Route the XM radio sub cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: Another illustration showing the routing of the XM radio sub cord, potentially in a different section of the motorcycle, with arrows indicating the path.

36. Step 36: Remove the jack cap as shown. (Save)

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a jack cap being removed from a component. The cap is marked to be saved for later use.

37. Step 37: Route the XM radio sub cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the routing path for the XM radio sub cord, likely in the engine bay or under the fairing, with arrows indicating the cord's movement.

38. Step 38: Connect the XM radio sub cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio sub cord being connected to another component or connector. An arrow indicates the connection point.

39. Step 39: Route and connect the XM radio antenna cord as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio antenna cord and the XM radio sub cord being routed and connected together or to a common point. Arrows indicate the connections and routing paths.

40. Step 40: Secure the XM radio antenna cord with the wire ties as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio antenna cord being secured to the motorcycle's harness using wire ties. Arrows indicate where the wire ties should be applied. Text reinforces securing the cord to the harness.

41. Step 41: Secure the XM radio antenna cord and XM radio sub cord with the wire ties as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows both the XM radio antenna cord and the XM radio sub cord being secured to the motorcycle's harness using wire ties. Arrows indicate the application points. Text reinforces securing the cords to the harness.

42. Step 42: Secure the XM radio sub cord with the wire ties as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio sub cord being secured to the motorcycle's harness using wire ties. Arrows indicate the application points. Text reinforces securing the cord to the harness.

43. Step 43: Cut the cushion to the dimensions shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows a rectangular cushion piece. Dotted lines indicate cutting points to create three equal sections, each approximately 40 mm wide. Scissors are depicted.

44. Step 44: Clean the surface of the area shown with isopropyl alcohol.

    Diagram Description: An illustration highlights specific areas on the motorcycle's fairing or chassis where cleaning is required. A bottle of isopropyl alcohol is shown.

45. Step 45: Secure the XM radio sub cord with the cut cushions as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio sub cord being positioned, and cut cushion pieces being applied to secure it. Arrows indicate placement. Text notes to remove the adhesive backing before attaching.

46. Step 46: Secure the XM radio sub cord with the wire ties as shown.

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio sub cord being secured to the motorcycle's harness using wire ties. Arrows indicate the application points. Text reinforces securing the cord to the harness.

47. Step 47: Secure the XM radio sub cord with the wire tie as shown. (Reuse)

    Diagram Description: An illustration shows the XM radio sub cord being secured to the motorcycle's harness using a wire tie, possibly reusing an existing one. Arrows indicate the application point. Text reinforces securing the cord and harness.

48. Step 48: Install the motorcycle's parts in the reverse order of removal.

    Diagram Description: This step is a general instruction to reassemble the motorcycle. A sub-point advises to confirm that any wire harness is not caught or too tight during reassembly.

49. Step 49: Check the XM radio, headlight and the other lights for proper operation.

    Diagram Description: This step is a final check. No specific diagram is provided, but it implies testing the functionality of the installed XM radio and other vehicle lights.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED

• Phillips screwdriver
• Scissors ✂️
• Ruler
• Snips
• Shop towel
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Torque wrench

TORQUE CHART

Tighten all screws, bolts, and nuts to their specified torque values. Refer to the Service Manual for the torque values of the removed parts.