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{{Motorcycle | {{Infobox Motorcycle | ||
|name = Honda GL1000 | |name = Honda GL1000 | ||
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|aka = Goldwing | |aka = Goldwing | ||
|manufacturer = Honda | |manufacturer = [[Honda]] | ||
|parent_company = | |parent_company = | ||
|production = | |production = 75-79 | ||
|model_year = | |model_year = | ||
|predecessor = | |predecessor = | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = | |class = | ||
|engine = | |engine = 1000cc | ||
|bore_stroke = | |bore_stroke = | ||
|compression = | |compression = | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = | ||
|power = | |power = | ||
|torque = | |torque = | ||
|ignition = | |ignition = | ||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug| | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|D8EA}} '75-79 | ||
|battery = {{battery| | |battery = {{battery|Y50-N18L-A}} '75-79 | ||
|transmission = | |transmission = | ||
|frame = | |||
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|front_tire = {{tire|3.50-19}} '75-79 | |front_tire = {{tire|3.50-19}} '75-79 | ||
|rear_tire = {{tire|4.50-17}} '75-79 | |rear_tire = {{tire|4.50-17}} '75-79 | ||
|rake_trail = | |rake_trail = | ||
|wheelbase = | |wheelbase = | ||
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The '''Honda GL1000 ''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] from 1975 to 1979. After showing the world what it could do with the [[Honda CB750K|CB750]] in 1969, [[Honda]] was ready to do it again in 1975. Honda had recently weathered a downturn following the retirement of its founder, [[Sochiro Honda]], but when the GL1000 Gold Wing arrived that year, it had become clear that Honda was a leader (if not "the") in [[motorcycle]] technology. | |||
The '''Honda GL1000 ''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] from 1975 to 1979. | |||
After showing the world what it could do with the [[Honda CB750K|CB750]] in 1969, [[Honda]] was ready to do it again in 1975. Honda had recently weathered a downturn following the retirement of its founder, [[Sochiro Honda]], but when the GL1000 Gold Wing arrived that year, it had become clear that Honda was a leader (if not "the") in [[motorcycle]] technology. | |||
==Shaft-Driven and Silent== | ==Shaft-Driven and Silent== | ||
The GL1000 | The GL1000 is powered by a water-cooled opposed four (flat four) engine that displaces 999cc. The camshafts of its flat-four engine were driven by cogged belts. The GL1000 came equipped with [[shaft drive]], as opposed to being chain driven. This adds a level of smoothness, reduces maintenance, and avoids the problem of chain oil being slung everywhere. Most motorcycles made (by other companies) up to that point used a gas tank mounted in front of the rider, on top of the "backbone" of the bike. The GL1000 had a "faux" tank, that was nothing more than a cover for the electronics, and a housing for the air filter. The real tank was located between the two side covers for a lower center of gravity. It was rumored that the project design had been subcontracted to Porsche and that the original prototype had been fitted with an air-cooled flat-six like the famous Porsche 911 car. Interestingly enough the [[:Category:Honda GL series|Gold Wing]] would eventually become a flat six with the [[Honda GL1500|GL1500]]. | ||
The bare-bones version at 265 kg (584 pounds) was often dressed up with a fairing, [[saddlebags]], luggage rack and box to increase the weight even more. | The bare-bones version at 265 kg (584 pounds) was often dressed up with a fairing, [[saddlebags]], luggage rack and box to increase the weight even more. | ||
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In the first five years of production, Honda sold almost 100,000 copies. The original Gold Wing has since grown to a [[Honda GL1100|1100cc]] then [[Honda GL1200|1200cc]] then [[Honda GL1500|1500cc]] (six-cylinder) and then [[Honda GL1800|1800cc]] with a talk of a 2000cc in the future. | In the first five years of production, Honda sold almost 100,000 copies. The original Gold Wing has since grown to a [[Honda GL1100|1100cc]] then [[Honda GL1200|1200cc]] then [[Honda GL1500|1500cc]] (six-cylinder) and then [[Honda GL1800|1800cc]] with a talk of a 2000cc in the future. | ||
In 1976, Honda sold a limited run of special GL1000s, badged as the GL1000 LTD. The LTD wasn't any different mechanically from the standard GL1000's. It featured gold pin striping, special LTD side cover badges, a chromed radiator guard and screen, a quilt patterned seat, gold | In 1976, Honda sold a limited run of special GL1000s, badged as the GL1000 LTD. The LTD wasn't any different mechanically from the standard GL1000's. It featured gold pin striping, special LTD side cover badges, a chromed radiator guard and screen, a quilt patterned seat, gold anodized spoked wheels, a gold stamped GL1000 owners manual, and a leather key case. The LTD's fender is also slightly flared. | ||
The 1975-1977 GL1000 engines had electric start, with a kick starter as a backup. The kick starter is geared very well, and actually doesn't require "kicking". The engine can be started using the "kick start" lever, using one's hand. | The 1975-1977 GL1000 engines had electric start, with a kick starter as a backup. The kick starter is geared very well, and actually doesn't require "kicking". The engine can be started using the "kick start" lever, using one's hand. | ||
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The 1979 model GL1000 has been termed by some as the "ugly duckling" though it is mechanically same to the 1978 model. Changes for 1979 were cosmetic. Rectangular turn signals replaced the previous round ones, control levers were changed from silver to black, and twin-bulb taillight with CBX-type ribbed lenses replaced the single-bulb unit. | The 1979 model GL1000 has been termed by some as the "ugly duckling" though it is mechanically same to the 1978 model. Changes for 1979 were cosmetic. Rectangular turn signals replaced the previous round ones, control levers were changed from silver to black, and twin-bulb taillight with CBX-type ribbed lenses replaced the single-bulb unit. | ||
==1975== | ==1975== | ||
[[Image:1975_honda_Gl1000k0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000K0]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-4.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-5.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-6.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-7.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-8.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-9.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-10.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]][[Image:1975-Honda-GL1000-Candy-Blue-Green-8376-11.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Honda GL1000 in Candy Blue Green]] | |||
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===GL1000=== | ===GL1000=== | ||
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Image:1976_honda_Gl1000.jpg|1976 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing | Image:1976_honda_Gl1000.jpg|1976 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing | ||
Image:1976_honda_Gl1000_1.jpg|1976 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing | Image:1976_honda_Gl1000_1.jpg|1976 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing | ||
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===LTD=== | ===LTD=== | ||
[[Image:1976_honda_Gl1000ltd.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000LTD Gold Wing LTD]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-0.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-1.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-2.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-3.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-4.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-5.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-6.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-7.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-8.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-9.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-10.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-11.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-12.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-13.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]][[Image:1976-Honda-GL1000-LTD-Brown-2318-14.jpg|left|thumb|1976 Honda GL1000 LTD in Brown]] | |||
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GL1000LTD'76 - In 1976 during the second year of the 1000cc Gold Wing, Honda released a Limited Edition which was called a GL1000LTD'76. It was available in only one color: Custom Candy Brown. The wheel rims were gold | GL1000LTD'76 - In 1976 during the second year of the 1000cc Gold Wing, Honda released a Limited Edition which was called a GL1000LTD'76. It was available in only one color: Custom Candy Brown. The wheel rims were gold anodized and the spokes were plated a gold color. All emblems and striping were gold. The Radiator shroud was chrome plated and the saddle was dual contoured like the 1977 wing. A special tool kit with a leather type bag. The frame serial number began GL1-2035001 while the engine serial number began GL1E-2033474 | ||
==1977== | ==1977== | ||
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==1978== | ==1978== | ||
[[Image:1978_honda_Gl1000.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Candy Grandeur Blue]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Candy Grandeur Blue]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Candy Grandeur Blue]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Blue-3.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Candy Grandeur Blue]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-0.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-1.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-2.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-3.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-4.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-5.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-6.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]][[Image:1978-Honda-GL1000-Black-559-7.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Honda GL1000 in Black]] | |||
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GL1000'78 - The fourth year for the Gold Wing (GL1000 '78) was introduced in 1978 with three available colors: Candy Limited Maroon, Candy Grandeur Blue, and Black. Fairings, common on newer Gold Wings, were still an add-on accessory. The side cover decal reads "Gold Wing GL1000" The face of the instruments were black with red KPH markings. An instrument panel was added to the center pod. The exhaust system was new and solid chrome. The wheels now had five "spokes" and were silver comstar wheels. The SOHC engine displaced 999cc and had only two valves per cylinder. The engine was an opposed four cylinder similar to the BMW. Interestingly, it also duplicated the BMW by incorporating a shaft drive. The transmission was a five-speed. The frame serial number began GL1-4000001 while the engine serial number began GL1E-4000001 | GL1000'78 - The fourth year for the Gold Wing (GL1000 '78) was introduced in 1978 with three available colors: Candy Limited Maroon, Candy Grandeur Blue, and Black. Fairings, common on newer Gold Wings, were still an add-on accessory. The side cover decal reads "Gold Wing GL1000" The face of the instruments were black with red KPH markings. An instrument panel was added to the center pod. The exhaust system was new and solid chrome. The wheels now had five "spokes" and were silver comstar wheels. The SOHC engine displaced 999cc and had only two valves per cylinder. The engine was an opposed four cylinder similar to the BMW. Interestingly, it also duplicated the BMW by incorporating a shaft drive. The transmission was a five-speed. The frame serial number began GL1-4000001 while the engine serial number began GL1E-4000001 | ||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[http://www.classicwingclub.org Classic Wing Club] | *[http://www.classicwingclub.org Classic Wing Club] | ||
[[Category:Honda motorcycles|GL1000]] | [[Category:Honda motorcycles|GL1000]] | ||
[[Category:Honda GL series|GL1000]] | [[Category:Honda GL series|GL1000]] | ||