F1 Warning Light

[Sunman]

I have a buddy who rides a GL-1800. Last weekend we were in the Hill Country and the F1 light came on. Bike didn't act any different and when we stopped and shut the bike off the and restarted it the light stayed off it but it came back on about 130 miles later. The next morning when we got ready to head back home the light was off but came back on after about 80 miles and stayed on until he got home. Again, the bike didn't act any different so he rode it home. Anyone had experience with this and what the problem was?

Thanks,

Sunman

 

[Gold Rush]

I have a buddy who rides a GL-1800. Last weekend we were in the Hill Country and the F1 light came on. Bike didn't act any different and when we stopped and shut the bike off the and restarted it the light stayed off it but it came back on about 130 miles later. The next morning when we got ready to head back home the light was off but came back on after about 80 miles and stayed on until he got home. Again, the bike didn't act any different so he rode it home. Anyone had experience with this and what the problem was?

Thanks,

Sunman

Danny, there are several faults the ECU detects and activated the Fault Indicator (FI) light. There is a process to read the code. I'd be glad to help him read that cold. PM me his email address if he'd like me to contact him... :xszpv::xszpv:

 

[Sunman]

Thanks Jerry. I will check with him today and see if he got it sorted out. He was going to work on it yesterday. If he hasn't got it resolved I will send you his contact info.

Sunman

 

[Sunman]

Danny, there are several faults the ECU detects and activated the Fault Indicator (FI) light. There is a process to read the code. I'd be glad to help him read that cold. PM me his email address if he'd like me to contact him... :xszpv::xszpv:

PM sent.

Sunman

 

[Speedy]

FI Light

Just had the same problem with my GW (02 model). FI light would come on after riding a few miles, once you turn off the ignition switch it would reset the light. It would come on after a few miles and stay on till the ignition switch was turned off again. Checked the code on the FI light and mine was a code 25, that is 2 long flashes which equals 10 apiece and then 5 short flashes. It says that it is the right knock sensor going bad, after checking with a few forums about the problem most came back that the ECM was bad, not the knock sensor. Changed the ECM and everything is good again. Also the bike ran the same without any problems except it had a low idle speed and would die after trying to roll into the throttle from a idle.

 

[Sunman]

Thanks Speedy. I will pass this along to my buddy.

Sunman

 

[Speedy]

FI Light

Sunman:

If you can Pm me and I can give you the name of a place that has the ECM's for the GW a little cheaper than going thru Honda parts.

 

[Sunman]

Thanks Speedy. PM sent.

Sunman

 

[BowdenTrike]

Recently had the FI light come on. Can't do the "test" top read a code as there is no kickstand. It came on when engine started surging at 500-1000RPMs while clutch is engaged or in neutral. Has stalled while this is happening.

How to read the code without a kickstand?

 

[rhino 2]

Recently had the FI light come on. Can't do the "test" top read a code as there is no kickstand. It came on when engine started surging at 500-1000RPMs while clutch is engaged or in neutral. Has stalled while this is happening.

How to read the code without a kickstand?

Sherri........Welcome To Trike-Talk...:wave4::wave4:...

 

[GoldWingrGreg]

Make, model, year and mileage is usually helpful.

 

[pwhoever]

If it is a 01-05, strong possibility that the ECU needs replacement.

 

[pwhoever]

Recently had the FI light comeon. Can't do the "test" top read a code as there is no kickstand. It came on when engine started surging at 500-1000RPMs while clutch is engaged or in neutral. Has stalled while this is happening.

How to read the code without a kickstand?

Even though kickstand is gone, the wiring will still be there. You can install a switch like @Gold Rush did some time ago to fool bike into thinking there is still a side stand.

https://www.triketalk.com/forum/threads/12174-Side-Stand-Switch-Anti-Theft-Device

I did something just like this for the reason you mention. It also doubles as an anti theft device as bike cannot be put in gear and stay running if it thinks kick stand is down.

 

[BowdenTrike]

Sherri........Welcome To Trike-Talk...:wave4::wave4:...

Thanks!

I guess I didn't put enough info on my post (first timer-new biker) I have a 2005 Honda GW 1800 with CSC conversion. Mileage 25K.

 

[GoldWingrGreg]

In the Service Manual are instructions on how to pull the DTC (digital trouble codes). The FI light will flash, and the instructions include how to count the flashes. If you don't have a Service Manual, they can be ordered from www.helminc.com