Motorcycle Repair: starter replacement, bill silver, gl1200

Question
I need to replace the starter on a 1986 Honda GL1200 Goldwing, I have the service manuel and it dosen't seem to be a big deal, however when I went to buy the starter the local dealers are making a big deal telling me that it is a huge job. Now I am not sure if I want to tackle the job myself. I have a complete set of tools and have been working on cars for many years. Could you please tell me if there is anything I should be aftaid of. The labor cost I was quoted for about $500.00.

thank you

Gary

Answer
Gary, I wouldn't go in w/o a manual for guidance. I have no direct knowledge of the difficulties for replacement of the starter motor...

http://www.goldwingfacts.com/used1200.htm  
sort of mentions that they are known to have issues, but doesn't say how to replace it.

Perhaps you can get more from these links.

http://www.woti.org/members.php

http://bbs.gwrra.org/board/messages/16/136.html?1111726969

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Bill Silver