Honda GL1200 Gold Wing: history, specs, pictures
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| Honda GL1200 Gold Wing | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | GL1200DX Gold Wing, GL 1200 DX Gold Wing |
| Production | 1984 - 1987 |
| Class | Tourer |
| Engine | four cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 75.5mm x 66.0mm |
| Top Speed | 119 mph (191 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 91.99 HP (68.6 KW) @ 7000RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) |
| Brakes | Front: dual disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 150/90-15 |
| Weight | 333.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Honda GL1200DX Gold Wing was a four cylinder boxer, four-stroke standard produced by Honda between 1984 and 1987. It could reach a top speed of 119 mph (191 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 91.99 HP (68.6 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled four cylinder boxer, four-stroke. A 75.5mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1181.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead cams (ohc).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 150/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The GL1200DX Gold Wing was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank.