Goldwing CB Installation

[oldnslow]

I have two questions for you knowledgeable trike folks: 1. What is the difference between a regular Goldwing CB and an Evolution CB and 2. Is there an instruction video on installing a CB to a 2006 GL1800? Thanks for any help.

 

[tfdeputydawg]

The Evolution CB is made by BikeMP3. It offers some optional accessories that can be added to it:
http://www.bikemp3.com/ Install instructions available on the web sight.
The Honda CB is simply that, a CB.
http://www.pbase.com/wingman26/gl1800_cb_install
Which ever you pick, make sure the SWR is tuned!

 

[oldnslow]

The Evolution CB is made by BikeMP3. It offers some optional accessories that can be added to it:

http://www.bikemp3.com/ Install instructions available on the web sight.

The Honda CB is simply that, a CB.

http://www.pbase.com/wingman26/gl1800_cb_install

Which ever you pick, make sure the SWR is tuned!

Thank you tfdeputydawg. The price difference is the main reason I asked. Now you knew this was coming, "what is SWR"?

 

[Ozarkryder]

Simply and non-technically put, SWR is an adjustment to the antenna to get the best signal out of a CB. An SWR meter is used to adjust the length of the antenna.

Unless you're an engineer into this kind of thing, here is more than you'd ever want to know about SWR:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_wave_ratio

 

[tfdeputydawg]

Thank you tfdeputydawg. The price difference is the main reason I asked. Now you knew this was coming, "what is SWR"?

Standing Wave Ratio.

If you have a CB shop near you, they can perform this antenna tuning for you.

If not Sierra Electronics is a very good source for a SWR meter and the jumper cables that are required for a Gold Wing CB. Also you can ask BikeMP3 for these if you decide on the GL2way.

http://www.angelfire.com/ok4/wingman26/swr.html

This is a delicate operation! Remove no more than 1/8" from the antenna at a time. It may take a while to get to the lowest ratio possible.

Many tune channel 19. I prefer to tune on the channel bikes use the most in my area, which is channel 1.

FYI, Bikes do not provide much of a ground plane for the antenna so, you will be able to receive signals from much further distances than you can reply to.

These are the jumpers needed to connect SWR meter to the antenna cable of a Wing

Some agree with the following, some don't! I always kneel beside the bike when checking the SWR, as your body can affect the reading. You want to be clear of buildings and trees when tuning also. Obviously the SWR will be affected by you and a passenger when sitting on the bike so, I like to tune with nothing near the antenna to get it as low as posible.

 

[Haste Maker]

I know that price makes a big difference in your choice...but I have rode with many people that have the Honda OEM CB & those with The Evolution CB made by BikeMP3...and the Honda is 100% above the Bike MP3 CB radio...the Honda CB is clear when someone is talking...the other one is so loud that it is very hard to understand...

 

[OLD DAWG]

Honda cb

Buy the Honda CB and get an antennae from Sierra Electronics
Sierra offers combo ant. that handles AM/FM/CB all in one
Replaces the steel whip that is std. equip
No drilling into trunk

BTW--Sierra tunes their ant. for the Honda CB
I have had 2 on previous Wings and never a problem

Just my opinion--Others may vary


Jim

 

[tfdeputydawg]

Buy the Honda CB and get an antennae from Sierra Electronics
Sierra offers combo ant. that handles AM/FM/CB all in one
Replaces the steel whip that is std. equip
No drilling into trunk
BTW--Sierra tunes their ant. for the Honda CB
I have had 2 on previous Wings and never a problem
Just my opinion--Others may vary
Jim

While it is true, there is a antenna available that is for AM/FM/CB, I do not agree it is as good as the single use CB antenna.
That type antenna contains a signal splitter. There is always some signal loss with that type antenna.
Also, although an antenna may be "tuned" to a radio, it is not going to be perfect on another radio! It may be very close but, fine tuning to the radio it's going to be used with is preferred.

 

[FRR]

Installation is a piece of cake on the CB. Drop it in and plug it in. Done deal.

 

[tfdeputydawg]

Installation is a piece of cake on the CB. Drop it in and plug it in. Done deal.

You have a 2012, the OP has a 2006. There's a little more to it on an 06ThumbUp

Also, some require 3 filters, some don't! I'd try it without and if you find you need them, then buy and add

 

[FRR]

You have a 2012, the OP has a 2006. There's a little more to it on an 06ThumbUp
Also, some require 3 filters, some don't! I'd try it without and if you find you need them, then buy and add

Yep, you are right. Sorry about that.

 

[tfdeputydawg]

Yep, you are right. Sorry about that.

No problemepper: Now if the price was more reasonable:AGGHH: