The Honda GL 1000 was a Liquid cooled, four stroke, opposed boxer four cylinders, SOHC. 2 valve per cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Honda between 1976 and 1977. Max torque was 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 78.05 HP (58.2 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | 1976 - 1977 |
| Class | Naked |
| Engine | Liquid cooled, four stroke, opposed boxer four cylinders, SOHC. 2 valve per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 71.1mm x 71.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Horse Power | 78.05 HP (58.2 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Torque | 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM |
| Fuel system | 4x32mm Keihin carburetors |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5 Speed Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Swing arm |
| Brakes | Front: 2x232mm discs 2 piston calipers Rear: Single 250mm disc 1 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 3.50-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.50-17 |
| Wheelbase | 60.79 inches (1544 mm) |
| Seat height | 31.89 inches (810 mm) |
| Weight | (dry), 265.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
A 71.1mm bore x 71.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 999.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5 Speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.50-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x232mm discs 2 piston calipers in the front and a Single 250mm disc 1 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Swing arm. The GL 1000 was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 60.79 inches (1544 mm) long.
1976 Honda GL 1000
Thanks to its weight, 295 kg, and to its fuel tank capacity, 5 gallons, Honda's GL 100 is able to reach a top speed of 198 km/h.
1977 - 1981 Honda GL 1000
Built between 1977 and 1981, Honda's GL 1000 was able to reach a top speed of 196 km/h, mostly thanks to its 4 stroke engine.