Honda GL500

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1981

 
1981 Honda GL500



The Honda Silver Wing, designated GL500'81, was sold in 1981. Two colors were available: Candy Muse Red and Cosmo Black Metallic. It had gold pinstripes, pro-link suspension, and a single front disc brake. Three configurations of seat and trunk design were available: dual seat with no trunk, solo seat with a small trunk, solo seat with backrest and a large trunk. The engine was a 496cc OHV liquid-cooled V-twin with a 5-speed transmission and shaft drive. The serial number began JH2PC0200BM000022.

1981 Honda Motorcycle Full-Line Brochure

1982

 
1982 Honda GL500
 
1982 Honda Silver Wing GL500 in Brown
 
1982 Honda Silver Wing GL500 in Brown
 
1982 Honda Silver Wing GL500 in Brown



The GL500'82 Silver Wing was sold in 1982 in one of three colors: Candy Muse Red, Sterling Silver Metallic, and Brown. It had gold pinstripes, pro-link suspension, and a single front disc brake. The gas valve was now vacuum-operated with a reseve position. The engine was a 496cc OHV liquid-cooled V-twin with a 5-speed transmission and shaft drive. The serial number began JH2PC020*CM100001