[BikernDiver]

I just purchased a 2009 Goldwing with the premium audio/comfort package. I will be picking it up on Saturday 08/29/09. This is my first Goldwing, but not my first bike, or second, or third even...
Anyway, I have a question....

Although there are hookups for the helmet intercom/cb/radio, am I understanding that the passenger to rider intercom "unit" itself is not installed and that is something I need to purchase and install?

If I am understanding this correctly, is this something I can install myself, or is it necessary to have the dealer install it? What exactly am I asking the parts department to order? My wife and I already have helmets with J&M speakers and mics, I just need new lower cords I assume... My skill level working on bikes is pretty high, so I'm not afraid to tackle the job if I have to....

i would appreciate any help. Thanks!

 

[Poncho Ramrod]

Hi Bikerndriver, you have indeed misunderstood. The intercom system is up and running - you just have to turn the button on and you will see an icon appear on the digital display. Hitting the button briefly will switch it from headphones to the dash speakers. Hold it in for a second or two and it will shut off. And you need the 5-pin patch cord for your helmets. The CB is not on the bike but all the wiring is there for an install. Good luck. Lyndon

 

[joe in calif]

It is on the bike but you need to buy the headsets. Pushing the audio button's in and releasing them will switch from outside speakers to helmet speakers on all audio items of course except intercom. Pushing the button in and holding it for a few seconds will turn it off. Then you must set the intercom volume and intercom mute, along with the AVC for the radio, The AVC muct be set once while the sppeakers on outside speakers and once while they are on helmet speakers. Each radio button has a lot of functions it can perform, read the owners manuel it will help you alot.

 

[Two Wheel Wing]

Congrats on your new Wing and welcome to the board from Pa.

 

[Two Wheel Wing]

What year and model Wing do you have?

 

[budoka]

Rasher: the connector leads are inside the rear speaker housing/armrest cover. There should be 5 screws to remove under the inside trunklid cover (it has to be removed to access the screws) in order to get the speaker cover off. When you install the speakers, be sure that the speaker terminals face inwards. Good luck.
p.s. if you plan on doing much of your own work (and even if you aren't) a 'Honda' GL1800 shop/service manual is invaluable. There are lots of errors in the other ones.