Deciphering 1978 Honda Goldwing Wiring Diagrams: Everything You Need to Know

Have you ever wanted to get to grips with the wiring of your 1978 Honda Goldwing but been too intimidated by the mass of cords, relays and switchgear it requires? If so, fear no more! This article is here to guide you through the intricacies of Goldwing wiring diagrams – helping you learn what each and every connector does, and how to use them.

From studying the different symbols on wiring diagrams, to understanding the color coding abbreviations, and getting to grips with the specifics of Honda’s technological advances – this article will give you all the information you need to get started with your 1978 Honda Goldwing.

Understanding Symbols Represented in Wiring Diagrams

Scrutinizing a wiring diagram can be a daunting task, and with so many individual symbols represented on the page it can be difficult to know exactly what each one means. However, by breaking down your diagram into various key components you’ll soon understand each symbol and be able to carry out any repairs you might need to do! Here’s a quick breakdown of what those symbols mean:

Organic Lines - These represent internal, or inner wiring. They tell you what kind of wire is being used and the connections being made by that wire.

Rectangles - These represent electrical components such as relays, switches, terminals, fuses and circuit breakers.

Circles - Indicates connections between two components. Pink circles in the diagram indicate a ground connection.

Arrows - Point towards power sources such as battery connections, or from one component to another (for example an indicator light to a resistive load).

Weird Symbols - Some symbols represent key components like motors, diodes, and resistors. Make sure you look up the meaning of any new symbology.

Fuselage Color Coding Abbreviations

Color	Abbreviation
Black	GND (Ground)
Blue	BLK/BLU (Black with Blue Stripe)
Red	BLE/RED (Blue with Red Stripe)
Yellow	YEL/RED (Yellow with Red Stripe)
White	GRN/YEL (Green with Yellow Stripe)

Honda's Innovations and Technological Advancements

System Identification - Provides you with concise explanation of how each system works, allowing you to quickly diagnose problems without needing to invest in an expensive diagnostic computer.

Colored Labels - Clear labeling and obvious identification of every component make it easy to locate where each wire ends up.

Improved Reliability - Engineering refinements across the board increase the reliability of the 1978 Honda Goldwing, enabling it to start and stay running for longer.