Honda GL500I
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Honda GL500 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 81-82 |
Class | Tourer |
Engine | 500cc |
Top Speed | 99 mph |
Spark Plug | NGK DR8ESL '82 NGK D8EA '81 |
Battery | YUASA YB14L-A2 '81-82 |
Front Tire | 3.50-19 '81-82 |
Rear Tire | 130/90-16 '81-82 |
Weight | |
Oil Capacity | 3.6L after disassembly 3.0L after draining |
Oil Filter | K&N KN-111[1] |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10w40 |
Fuel Capacity | 4.6 US Gal |
Related | Honda GL500 Honda GL650 Honda GL650I |
Manuals | GL500 Service manual More Manuals |
1981[edit | edit source]
The GL500I'81 Silver Wing Interstate was sold in 1981 and came in one of two colors: Candy Muse Red or Cosmo Black Metallic. The pinstripes were gold. The bike had a Pro-Link suspension and a dual front disc brake. The modular seat and trunk design had three configurations: A dual seat with no trunk; a solo seat with a small trunk, a solo seat with a backrest and a large trunk. The saddlebags were removable. The engine was a 496cc OHV liquid-cooled V-twin with a 5-speed transmission and shaft drive. The serial number began JH2PC021*BM000007.
1981 Honda Motorcycle Full-Line Brochure
1982[edit | edit source]
The GL500I'82 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 JH2PC021*CM100001
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
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