2018 and newer Gold Wing
Software Update Instructions
What You Will Need
- A USB flash drive with at least 16 GB capacity.
- A computer with a high-speed Internet connection.
- Between 30-60 minutes of time. Connect a battery charger to the unit if unsure of the charge state of the battery.
This latest version, designed for 2018 and newer Gold Wings, offers the following improvements:
- Add up to 99 waypoints per route.
- Increased XM source hold in low-signal areas
- Improved iPhone XS, XS Max and XR compatibility
As well as the following new improvements:
- Maps updated
- Volume settings enhanced, allowing for individual volume adjustments for each of the following modes (Audio,
Navigation, Ring Tone, Phone and CB. Radio (if applicable))
- Radio’s auto seek function improved
- Added feature of being able to adjust the volume through the interface dial while the motorcycle is in motion
- “Random & Repeat” and “Random & Track” play modes have been added to the iPod, USB and Bluetooth audio
functionality
- Disclaimer screen for iPhone’s has been improved to improve recognition of the “Always Enable” function
Format The USB Drive
Windows:
- Insert the USB drive into an available USB port on your computer.
- On your computer, locate the "removable disc" for the flash drive.
- Right-click and the select "Format" from the sub-menu. (Note: This step will erase all existing content from the drive.)
- Select "NTFS," from the drop down menu.
- Click "OK" when the "Warning" message appears.
- Click "OK" when the "Format Complete" message appears.
Apple:
- Plug the USB drive into your Mac. (May need type C to type A adaptor)
- Go to Applications>Utilities and launch Disk Utility.
- Click on the USB drive in the sidebar in Disk Utility.
- Click Erase in the Disk Utility toolbar.
- Type in a name for the formatted disk.
- Click on the Format menu and choose Mac OS Extended.
- Click Erase.
Download The Software
- Download the software to your computer. Download the file here
- Save the file to your computer.
- Copy the file onto your USB drive.
- Once copying is complete, remove the USB drive from your computer.
Update Your Gold Wing
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**NOTE: The screen used in the instructions below are examples only. The actual SW version numbers may differ from the illustrations.
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1. Connect the USB Drive
Connect the USB drive containing the downloaded file to your motorcycle. Gold Wing Airbag models have the USB connector located in the trunk; all other Gold Wing models have the connector located in the center storage compartment in front of the seat.
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2. Activate the Update Screen
Turn your motorcycle’s ignition switch clockwise twice in order to engage the ACC position and turn off the headlights. Within one minute, an update message should appear on your dashboard screen as shown above:
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3. Select Update
Use the four-way switch on your left handlebar cluster to select "Yes", and press "Enter" in the centre of the four-way switch.
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4. Start Update
The update may take between 30-60 minutes, depending on the data and region. The screen will show you approximately how much of the update has completed. The ignition switch must remain in the ACC position for the entire duration of the update. Do not start your motorcycle during this process.
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5. Continue Update
As you near the end of the update, the screen may show "99% is completed" for several minutes. This is normal. Please allow the system update to complete the process.
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6. Complete Update
Once the update is complete, the system will restart and the initial update screen will reappear and prompt you to update the system. Both software versions shown should now match, indicating a successful update. Select "No" and remove the USB drive.
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Notes:
Updating your navigation system will overwrite your favorites and history, and also resets the system "beep" tone volume to the default value. Updating the system will not affect radio presets.
2018 GL1800 models: There will be a new “SXM” selection displayed on the function bar at the bottom of the display as shown below. This function is for Sirius XM radio and is not available on 2018 models.
