'06-'10 Dash Removal (non air bag)

Bartman · 11-23-2008

First, you really don't have to remove the ignition cover (the dark piece around the ignition switch). If you pull up gently on the dash behind the ignition switch, it will pop up. It's held in place by grommets similar to what holds the side panels on. In the next two pictures, I'm doing this with one hand. NOTE: If this is the first time you're taking off your dash, it will be very tight trying to get the dash off around the ignition. It will come off, it just might take some extra muscle. Mine comes off easy because I have taken it off so many times.

Next, start popping loose the rest of the dash around the speakers. It just snaps in.

The tweeter wires are a little tricky. First remove the rubber seal around each tweeter. They just pull off and slide back along the tweeter wire.

To disconnect the wires from the tweeter, on the left speaker, at the 3 o'clock position (as you seated on your seat), press in on the snap latch (I don't know what else to call it) and on the right speaker, it's at the 9 o'clock position. UPDATE: I made a short video to show how to disconnect this tweeter wire.

You Tube

The next part is tricky. There is a large wire coupler just in front of the ignition switch under the dash. This is also a snap latch. You will need a flat head stubby screwdriver to lift up on the latch. A good bright light will help you find your way around under there. It's best to do this latch last (after you remove the tweeter wires) to give yourself extra room to remove that coupler. Here's a video to show you how to disconnect the wire:

You Tube

Once that is released, the dash comes right off. Reassemble in the reverse order.

Questions?...PM me.

Bartman

zg1286 · 11-24-2008

Bart, had any experience w/ the Navi model?

alabamaWing · 11-24-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by zg1286

Bart, had any experience w/ the Navi model?

Same steps on 06 and up with or without Nav

Bartman · 11-24-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by alabamaWing

Same steps on 06 and up with or without Nav

Yeah, the only real difference is with the foot heater cable and knob on bikes with the comfort package, but that easy to figure out. I haven't dug into an air bag model yet.

Hydor · 11-24-2008

Thanks Bartman...great job...sure helped me!!!

loren · 11-24-2008

ya bart, thanks

i hope this type of posting catches on

i know it sure helped me on the vtx board, adding crap onto laura's bike

wabashvalley · 11-24-2008

Thanks Bart. This is great information.

Troublemaker · 11-24-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doin the Bartman

Currently, the new board limits you to 4 images, so you'll have to click this link to see the instructions:

http://gl1800riders.com/forums/showp...27&postcount=4

Bartman that was clear and easy to follow nicely done

Ray Bouquet · 11-25-2008

Great post Bartman. It is simple when shown to you, but a mystery till then thanks..

Jack Mc Graw · 11-25-2008

Just what i needed. Thank's again Bartman.

dbrando1 · 11-25-2008

Good Instructions thanks!!

trekbiker61 · 12-15-2008

Thanks Bart. Just what I needed. I'm working on installing a CB on my '06 and this was the 1st problem I ran into. A bit different than my '03.

ElBando · 01-07-2009

Thanks for that helpful video and pics, you just saved my day.

RGWing · 01-07-2009

Thank you Bart

....Just what I was looking for

.

Scott

terryg · 01-07-2009

Thanks, the video will help next time.

weikosteve · 01-08-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bartman

Yeah, the only real difference is with the foot heater cable and knob on bikes with the comfort package, but that easy to figure out. I haven't dug into an air bag model yet.

The Airbag model Dash removal is the same

wabashvalley · 01-17-2009

Thanks Bartman!

jack keelan · 01-25-2009

great reply and a great deal of help. lot easier to see it than talk about it.
jack

kikker · 03-11-2009

Wish someone would do the demo like that for adjusting the cruise control lag.

Bulldog · 03-11-2009

Excellent Job and effort Bartman.

Just wait till all the video requests start filling your in-box....LOL

Now I have to ask, did you have your shoes on when you did that video?....LOL

Dawg

upssnowman · 03-13-2009

Yep Dog I was thinking of Fred, no shoes, Camera Flying
Good Job!!

Country Boy · 03-13-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bartman

Yeah, the only real difference is with the foot heater cable and knob on bikes with the comfort package, but that easy to figure out. I haven't dug into an air bag model yet.

Are there any gotchas to watch out for with the foot heater cables/assembly?

upssnowman · 03-15-2009

don't pull on the cable at all or it will come loose from behind the lower cowl and you will have to pull it to fix!

MikeyTX · 04-11-2009

Thank you. Great video Wish I'd found it two weeks ago before I shelled out $100 @ local dealer to have the Kuryakyn handle bar set backs installed.

Shame on me. No cookies for me today.

sofadriver · 04-11-2009

re; dash wiring harness clip how-to video.

Oh, yeah, sure, NOW you tell me!

marang · 05-02-2009

Thank you so much for the video. I was installing some risers today, had the meter panel lifted tweeters disconnected then scratched my head for 10-20 min. wondering how the h*!! the connector comes apart. Great help.

EtrnlSoldier · 05-03-2009

I had a moth get into my left side speaker, behind the screen. I was stressing about it until I found this thread. Yay Bartman!

MikeyTX · 05-03-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by EtrnlSoldier

I had a moth get into my left side speaker, behind the screen. I was stressing about it until I found this thread. Yay Bartman!

Why .............

Common occurrence it seems.

MikeyTX · 05-03-2009

Thought I'd mention that before snapping all the electrical connectors back together, a liberal application of dielectric grease would be a good idea.

NBrider · 05-06-2009

Bartman, Does the meter panel on a '06 with seat and hand grip heater switches
lift off just by pulling just like the one that you have pictured? If pulled and pried
to the point where I'm afraid the plastic is going to crack... Any ideas?
Thanks much

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11-25-2008	#10
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11-25-2008	#9
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12-15-2008	#12
trekbiker61 Seasoned Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Native Texan exiled to Chattanooga, Tn Posts: 1,207	Thanks Bart. Just what I needed. I'm working on installing a CB on my '06 and this was the 1st problem I ran into. A bit different than my '03. __________________ Steve Thomas 2008 Bright Red ABS 09/17/09 2001 Kruzer Trailer Pirelli Euforia 195/55/16 DS#664

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01-07-2009	#14
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01-07-2009	#15
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01-17-2009	#17
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01-25-2009	#18
jack keelan Contributing Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Arden on.canada Posts: 57	top shelter. great reply and a great deal of help. lot easier to see it than talk about it. jack

03-11-2009	#19
kikker Seasoned Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,519	Wish someone would do the demo like that for adjusting the cruise control lag.

03-11-2009	#20
Bulldog Seasoned Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NY, Woodbourne, Home of Cats-Cade Posts: 12,161	Excellent Job and effort Bartman. Just wait till all the video requests start filling your in-box....LOL Now I have to ask, did you have your shoes on when you did that video?....LOL Dawg __________________ A random act of kindness, everyday, goes a long way!

03-13-2009	#21
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03-15-2009	#23
upssnowman Seasoned Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Floyd, VA. Posts: 1,824	don't pull on the cable at all or it will come loose from behind the lower cowl and you will have to pull it to fix! __________________ Do it all now you may not be able to do it Later

04-11-2009	#24
MikeyTX Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Midlothian, TX Posts: 91	Now I find it Thank you. Great video Wish I'd found it two weeks ago before I shelled out $100 @ local dealer to have the Kuryakyn handle bar set backs installed. Shame on me. No cookies for me today.

04-11-2009	#25
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05-02-2009	#26
marang Seasoned Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kiefer,OK Posts: 607	Thank you so much for the video. I was installing some risers today, had the meter panel lifted tweeters disconnected then scratched my head for 10-20 min. wondering how the h*!! the connector comes apart. Great help. __________________ 08 Wing Darkside #389 Kumho RF 195/55/16

05-03-2009	#27
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05-03-2009	#29
MikeyTX Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Midlothian, TX Posts: 91	Speaker and, Lg multi pin connectors Thought I'd mention that before snapping all the electrical connectors back together, a liberal application of dielectric grease would be a good idea. __________________ From a Sport 50 (early '60's) to a GL1800 My wing won't float so the islands are out. So is Alaska till the fed gov does away with it's stupid passport rules

05-06-2009	#30
NBrider Lurker Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Berlin, Wi Posts: 1	Bartman, Does the meter panel on a '06 with seat and hand grip heater switches lift off just by pulling just like the one that you have pictured? If pulled and pried to the point where I'm afraid the plastic is going to crack... Any ideas? Thanks much

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