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Honda : Gold Wing 1983 honda goldwing gl 1100 a

Honda : Gold Wing 1983 honda goldwing gl 1100 a

$2,800

Milan, Illinois

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model Gold Wing

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine 1100

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1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade GL1100A , 59023 miles, Markland running boards front and rear with Markland rocker shifter, Highway pegs, LED running lights that can be turned on manuel or automatic they will come on when brite lights are on off when dim is on or on all the time. AM FM CB and Intercom system have cassette player but not installed everything works didn't use CB much but it worked when I last used it same with cassette. New alternator didn't really need it found a broken wire after I had taken it apart but I was there so replaced it and the clutch disc while there, new timing belts, new water pump and hoses, Michelin Commander II rear, Metzler ME880 front Both have around 2000 miles on them. Light bar, Rear lights on it Flash when brakes are applied, oil and filter changed 500 miles ago. 1 Year old slipstreamer tall windshield, Air ride with on board compressor rear has progressive shock upgrade no leaks. You wont find a better old Wing than this I road this bike around country every year since 2008 with no trouble about 3500 miles in two weeks. I selling because I picked up a newer bike.

Trim Aspencade

1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade

1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade

$3,799

Las Vegas, Nevada

Year 2004

Make Honda

Model VTX 1300

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Engine -

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2004 Honda VTX 1300,

1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade

1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade

$999

Fort Smith, Arkansas

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model Goldwing Aspencade

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine -

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1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade,

1983 Honda GL1100A Goldwing Aspencade

1983 Honda GL1100A Goldwing Aspencade

$7,499

Kennewick, Washington

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1983 Honda GL1100A Goldwing Aspencade. Extra Light Panel- AM.FM Radio Stereo System- Cassette Player- Detachable Windshield- All Chromed-Out- All Options included- Back Rest and Trunk- Side Saddle Bags- Two-Tone Grey and Silver Metallic- Lots of Lights- Air Shocks- No Leaks- 4 Cylinder Engine- CARDAN Shaft Final Drive Chassis- And much more...- This is a must see Touring Cycle and everything works well- Serious inquiries only. This Bike is currently located in Kennewick WA.- Qualified Buyers may be eligible for Financing Nationwide Shipping and Extended Warranties.

1983 Honda Gold Wing 1500 ASPENCADE

1983 Honda Gold Wing 1500 ASPENCADE

$6,000

Dundalk, Maryland

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model Gold Wing 1500 ASPENCADE

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Engine -

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1983 Honda Gold Wing 1500 ASPENCADE 1500 ASPENCADE, Honda goldwing aspencade custom wanting to sell or trade $6,000.00 4109080178

Honda : Gold Wing 1983 honda goldwing gl 1100

Honda : Gold Wing 1983 honda goldwing gl 1100

$2,450

Victorville, California

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model Gold Wing

Category -

Engine -

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1983 gl 1100 aspencade wow really clean garage kept everything works as for the radio cb air ride lights it has alot of nice aftermarket chrome really nice rear light package the bike will need a new starter soon other than that it runs perfect really smooth shifts really good really hard to find a 1983 gl 1100 in this condition buyer pays and sets up there own shipping or local pickup

Honda : Gold Wing 1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade GL1100A GL1100 Loaded w/ Chrome Excellent Runner

Honda : Gold Wing 1983 Honda Goldwing Aspencade GL1100A GL1100 Loaded w/ Chrome Excellent Runner

$1,800

Antigo, Wisconsin

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PLEASE NOTE: I took a video of me running this bike around the block. I also ran it down the highway to check out all gears and stability, but the wind made that video extremely unstable and unusable. Please go to youtube and type in my user name: suicycleschopshop . You will see the video. Not how smooth and quiet she runs, with all its power. I didnt even hit the gas hard (respect for my neighborhood) so it has way more power then the video can show ya. LOCATION: Antigo, WI zip code 54409. Excellent running 1983 Goldwing loaded with just about as much chrome as I think you can put on one of these bikes. Clear title in hand. Starts and runs just beautifully.Previous owner (an older man who had owned it since 1991) informed me, it has a coolant leak up front that he believed was the radiator. After running it for a while, I saw the bottom of the radiator is wet. Im no licensed mechanic, so hold no guarantees, but thats what I saw. And if it is, radiators for these are cheap on ebay. Also, the oil is clean, so it is an external leak (should be easy to fix). It was repainted at one point as the old paint was faded out. The paint job is not perfect. Id call it a 10 footer (from ten feet looks just great but up close you see the paint imperfections). Also, the only thing I noticed that doesnt work is the radio. I know nothing about these things, so your on your own with that one ! Most of the chrome is beautiful, just needs a little polishing here and there. Some of it a little faded from age, still looks nice. Front tire has tons of tread, rear should be replaced soon. All brakes , signals, lights, etc, work perfectly. I do have the front lower fairings and the radiator chrome grill. They were removed to look for the coolant leak (shown in the last picture). There is a non-refundable deposit of $200. If you do not follow through with full payment within 3 days, you forfeit that deposit and the bike will be relisted. I have been burned on too many bikes, and will no longer tolerate this. Sorry but I have to weed out the day dreamers. Please feel free to email me with your number if you want to discuss the bike over the phone. BUYER RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL SHIPPING/PICKUP ARRANGEMENTS AND COSTS. In other words, you send the truck, ill be here for them to load it. I recomend uship.com or 1-800-haulbikes. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.

Honda : Gold Wing Honda Goldwing 1983 GL1100 Aspencade 28k Miles FULLY LOADED Runs Great Must See

Honda : Gold Wing Honda Goldwing 1983 GL1100 Aspencade 28k Miles FULLY LOADED Runs Great Must See

$2,400

New York, New York

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I am selling this bike for my friend Steve. He replaced the brake pads recently. The bike also has a new windshield. Cosmetically it need some TLC. It needs a $60 antenna and a battery cover as seen in the pictures. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call Steve at (718) 813-5656. Please do not bid on the bike until you come see it in person. If you're out of state, please call Steve for more details before bidding. This is a PICK-UP only. Delivery can be made locally. This is a CASH ONLY SALE. PayPal NOT accepted. Personal Checks are NOT accepted. DO NOT BID UNTIL YOU'VE SEEN THE BIKE IN PERSON! Note on Feedback: I return feedback every 7 - 10 days, after I am assured of your satisfaction, via your positive feedback for me.

Parts/including motors/ 1975 Honda GW 1000/1982 GW 1100 Aspencade

Parts/including motors/ 1975 Honda GW 1000/1982 GW 1100 Aspencade

$1

Glade Spring, Virginia

Year 1975

Make Honda

Model -

Category -

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I have parts- including motors for a 1975 Honda Goldwing GL1 1000 and 1983 Honda Goldwing 1100 Aspencade. Both not running. Prices of parts or whole bike vary although requested "price" listed here is just to get the ad on :)

1989 Honda ATVS

1989 Honda ATVS

$1,750

Edgefield, South Carolina

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model GOLD WING 1100

Category -

Engine -

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Solid Goldwing Aspencade, I've owned it since '08, always serviced, timing belts changed less than 1000 miles ago, single carb conversion, good tires, 55k miles. Make offer, trades considers

2016 Honda CBR500R

2016 Honda CBR500R

$1,500

Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model GOLD WING 1100

Category -

Engine -

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83 Goldwing aspencade GL1100 for sale,54000 miles,good cond but will need rear tire. I need to sell to make room in garage for wife's car.Asking 1500,OBO. Chrome is very nice,overall good cond for its age.Inspected till 5/17. It has the on board air compressor.Located in schuylkill county near Pottsville Pa. Looking for a quick sale.

2015 Honda FourTrax Rancher ES (TRX420TE1F)

2015 Honda FourTrax Rancher ES (TRX420TE1F)

$5,000

Cleveland, Tennessee

Year 1983

Make Honda

Model Gold Wing GL1100

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine 1,100 cc

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1983 Honda Gold Wing GL1100, This is an all original, excellent condition 1983 Goldwing Aspencade 1100A. Very low mileage, was bought and rarely used by one owner. Runs great, looks like new. Worth more than asking price according to NADA. This model is a rarity. For questions or addition photos please contact me. 423 716 5977 $5,000.00 4237165977

Honda : Gold Wing 1975 honda goldwing gl 1000 1 st year 40 th year goldwing now out sn 1139

Honda : Gold Wing 1975 honda goldwing gl 1000 1 st year 40 th year goldwing now out sn 1139

$1,475

Rockford, Illinois

Year 1975

Make Honda

Model Gold Wing

Category -

Engine 1000

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FIRST YEAR GOLDWING. The 40th ANNIVERSARY Goldwing just came out with Special Badging and Paint.Own the Inaugural bike. Low serial # 1139 bike out the door for Honda, Build date 2/75 EVERY THING WORKS. Ride it home, even to the West Coast or Key West. New rear tire and battery. We are including Replacement SPEEDOMETER and Tachometer since the original ones are weak, no extra charge. They are perfect, keep the original since the early bikes all had a problem with the meter faces. Honda's Goldwing GL1000. The Honda Goldwing first saw the light of day at the Cologne Motorcycle Show in October 1974, as the flat-four cylinder, 999cc GL1000. While this first production version of the now famous Goldwing was ultimately deemed to be a success (it was after all the birth of a legend), it's place in the world of motorcycling was not entirely cast in stone at the beginning. Part of the reason for this was the fact that the GL1000 didn't really fit properly into any particular motorcycle class, even though it was officially tagged as a tourer. Weighing in at 584lbs dry, it was far too heavy to be called a sports bike and the upright sitting position also helped to kill of any such sporting pretensions. The rear coil spring suspension wasn't up to the job of handling all the weight when the rider was pushing it through heavy going, such as the winding country roads that all bikers love (at least occasionally) to tackle. The total absence of touring kit fitted as standard didn't help the official touring image either, although Honda did offer a top fairing as an accessory throughout the production life of the GL1000. Nevertheless and in spite of all the confusion about the Goldwings role in life, the GL1000 proved to be a very reliable motorcycle, quite capable of going very long distances without missing a beat and after a while the aftermarket fairing & pannier suppliers started to cater for the requests of those who wanted to use the GL1000 for more than just popping down to the shops or Sunday morning posing at the local meet. This is what finally gave the Goldwing it's place in the motorcycling world, it became a touring motorcycle more by accident than design and Honda, always keen to keep an ear to the ground, listened to what the customers wanted (just as well too or they might have killed the Goldwing off before long, not least because expected sales of the Goldwing in the first year of production were less than 10% of what Honda had predicted) and started planning the next incarnation of what has turned into a legend in the world of touring motorcycles. 40 Years of Premier Sport Touring Performance AUTHOR American HondaPOSTED Sep 04, 2014POSTED IN Street Gold Wing Timeline In the world of motorcycling, technology presses forward at such a furious pace that very few models survive a span of a couple dozen years. But for more than three-and-a-half decades, the Gold Wing® has done much more than merely survive: This remarkable machine has continued to create and define an entire segment of the motorcycling experience, raising standards and expectations time and time again. The following timeline provides a glimpse into the many milestones that have made the Gold Wing the icon it is today. 1975 GL1000 GOLD WING The original Gold Wing was much, much more than just a new motorcycle. Powered by a revolutionary 999cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine, the Gold Wing opened new possibilities never before considered by the experts in the enthusiast press, much less the consumer public in general. What to make of this open-class machine with world-class power and cross-country capabilities? Gold Wing customers took to the open road in droves, and helped inspire an industry-wide paradigm shift toward long-distance motorcycling. 1976 GL1000 GOLD WING LTD A new model marks the Gold Wing’s second year as Honda graces the GL1000 Limited Edition with an assortment of special features, including gold striping, special LTD sidecover badges, chromed radiator shroud and screen, quilt-patterned seat, plus gold wheels and spokes. 1979 With more than 80 percent of Gold Wing production being exported to North America, a vital need arose to build a production plant in the U.S. Although Honda had been building overseas plants for more than 25 years, the move to America in the 1970s was risky. To most consumers, Honda’s quality was its strongest selling point, and building in America could jeopardize this hard-earned reputation—not just for the Gold Wing, but for all Honda products for decades to come. Nevertheless, Honda forged ahead, and on September 10, 1979, the first Honda of America Manufacturing (HAM) plant begins production as a group of 64 associates completes the first 10 Honda motorcycles built in Marysville, Ohio. Within three months, Honda’s top managers had sufficient confidence in HAM’s capabilities to proceed with building an automobile plant in 1979—the first Japanese car builder to do so in the U.S. 1980 GL1100 GOLD WING Five years of continuous consumer input culminate in the introduction of the GL1100. More than a rehashed GL1000 with 10 percent greater displacement, the new Wing incorporates deliberately planned modifications that guide it away from the superbike realm and place it squarely into the touring category. The new 1085cc engine now favors torque rather than horsepower, a longer wheelbase provides more room for both pilot and passenger, and a new air-assisted suspension system gives the Gold Wing its most supple, comfortable ride to date. GL1100 GOLD WING INTERSTATE The GL1100 also introduced another innovation that was arguably more important than its mechanical changes. Since the Gold Wing’s long-distance prowess had inspired the creation of an entire aftermarket of bolt-on touring accessories, Honda’s engineers clearly envisioned a new direction toward a turnkey, fully dressed luxury machine. In 1980, the innovative Interstate fulfilled that vision as the first Gold Wing available fully equipped with factory-installed fairing, saddlebags and trunk, plus the option of a stereo sound system. Turnkey touring, Gold Wing style, is born. 1982 GL1100 GOLD WING ASPENCADE In quick succession, Honda introduces the concept of luxury touring with the Aspencade. Amenities abound in standard trim, including LCD instrumentation, stereo, CB, on-board air-compressor and thoughtful touches such as the handy storage pouches in the passenger backrest. At the same time, through the use of Redpages in its advertising, Honda underscores its technological edge. 1984 GL1200 GOLD WING ASPENCADE The GL1200 brought the Gold Wing to the outer limits of the four-cylinder engine’s performance and sophistication. The added power and torque of the larger 1182cc engine made the Gold Wing the king of its class in 1984, with a combination of smoothness and low-rpm acceleration that couldn’t be matched. The addition of hydraulic valve adjustment now made the Wing virtually maintenance-free. At the same time, chassis improvements made the big Wing feel amazingly agile, and open-road comfort was superlative. 1985 GL1200 LIMITED EDITION Honda marks the Wing’s 10th anniversary in two significant ways. First, with the Gold Wing so firmly entrenched within the touring realm, Honda decides to drop the standard, unfaired GL1200. Second, an ultra-luxurious Limited Edition arrives, complete with computerized fuel injection, four-speaker sound system, cruise control, auto-leveling rear suspension, a comprehensive electronic travel computer and special two-tone metallic gold paint. Following the success of its Marysville Motorcycle Plant, Honda constructs an engine plant in nearby Anna, Ohio, to build Gold Wing engines. Just as Marysville’s success paved the way for Honda’s auto manufacturing in America, the Anna Engine Plant moved from manufacturing GL engines alone to building powerplants for Civics and Accords. At Anna, all the casting, forging, machining and heat-treating processes necessary to turn raw materials into finished, sophisticated engines reside under one roof. As one associate proudly observes, “We do what seven Honda plants do in Japan.” 1988 GL1500 GOLD WING In 1984 a new design team began planning the next Wing. The new machine had to be superior in every aspect: extremely quiet and silky smooth, yet extremely powerful with superior handling. The GL1500 got there—the hard way. Thousands of hours were spent in testing 15 different machines in 60 prototype stages—the most comprehensive model development project in Honda’s history. These efforts culminated in a six-cylinder luxury motorcycle of such surpassing excellence it would establish a touring benchmark that would dominate motorcycling for more than a decade. 1993 The next-generation GL begins to take shape under the guidance of Masanori Aoki, a sportbike enthusiast who has already headed up development of high-performance bikes including the CBR250RR, CBR400RR and the CBR®600F3. “We set out to keep 80 percent of the Gold Wing’s touring capability,” Aoki said. But he also added, “My job is to add more fun factor, to build a Gold Wing with the kind of acceleration and handling people normally associate with sporting machines.” After considering flat-four, flat-six and flat-eight engine configurations and displacements up to 2000cc, customer response overwhelmingly points to a flat-six of about 1800cc displacement. In 1998, a full-scale model is created. 1996 The one-millionth Honda motorcycle made in America rolls off the Marysville assembly line. Appropriately enough, the millionth model is a Gold Wing; this commemoration is altogether fitting, since the success of the Gold Wing and that of Honda in America are inextricably intertwined. 2000 In January 2000, the Marysville Motorcycle Plant is thoroughly redesigned to build the new Gold Wing. As part of this process, the engine production line is transferred from Anna to Marysville to facilitate the new Gold Wing production. The Gold Wing’s new era officially begins when the first complete GL1800 rolls off the Marysville assembly line on October 10, 2000. 2001 GL1800 GOLD WING The word “new” cannot do justice to the GL1800. Two numbers alone tell a big story: 118 bhp and 125 lb./ft. of torque. Don’t try to find other bikes that compare, because there aren’t any. In terms of power, the new Gold Wing is literally in a class of one. Likewise, the list of long-legged mounts offering a box-section aluminum frame begins with the word “Gold” and ends with “Wing.” And that’s only the beginning. Before the GL1800 was completed, Honda would patent no less than 20 technological innovations that were incorporated into this amazing high-performance luxury motorcycle. 2005 GL1800 GOLD WING The 30th anniversary Gold Wing comes in a slew of colors, including Pearl Yellow, White, Metallic Silver, Dark Gray Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic and Candy Black Cherry. Special 30th anniversary color-matched badging on the front fairing, rear trunk and dash cover also distinguish the ’05 model, as does a 30th anniversary color-matched key, 30th anniversary opening ceremony on the LCD display, and unique carbon-fiber seat pattern on pearl yellow and metallic silver colors. To date, more than 500,000 Gold Wings have been produced. 2006 GL1800 GOLD WING In 2006, the most potent Gold Wing ever produced now elevates luxury motorcycling to unprecedented highs. A six-speaker premium audio system with 80 watts per channel comes standard on every new GL1800, and riders may also opt for a satellite navigation system with color screen, a Cold-Weather Comfort Package and an industry-first fully integrated motorcycle airbag. 2012 Manufacture of the Gold Wing shifts to the ultra-modern facility in Kumamoto, Japan, where production on a gigantic scale will see as many as 1800 motorcycles produced in a single day. The new 2012 Gold Wing brings upgraded styling along with a dazzling array of sophisticated electronic amenities including a next-generation GPS navigation system with user-friendly programmability for sharing favorite ride routes, which can be accessed online via computer, plus a built-in MP3/iPod® interface for the new SRS CS Auto™ technology surround-sound system. The 2012 Gold Wing also boasts increased luggage capacity, greater protection from wind and weather, revised suspension settings for enhanced ride compliance, and unparalleled comfort for both rider and passenger. In addition to its power-laden yet refined drivetrain and delightfully sporty handling, packages for ABS and airbag do much to further the Gold Wing’s reputation as the most celebrated touring machine in motorcycle history.2015 To celebrate 40 years of this incredible machine, all 2015 Gold Wing models come with special badging and embossed seats. Also, our two-tone Red/Black model features special blacked-out trim and all models get a redesigned front fascia and air intake, blacked-out headlight garnish and new instrument panel fonts Manufacturer: Honda......Model: Gold Wing GL1000, GL1000LTD, GL1000 StandardYears Made: 1975-1980 (- 1983 Australia)Luxury Tourer 999cc Boxer-FourSeat: mm/"Weight: 584+lbsHP: 78-84Torque: 76Top Speed: 120mphMPG: 40New Cost: $2,470 (1975) - $3,250 (1978) - $3,499 (1980) - $3,649 (1983)Average Used Costs:Low$1,678Medium$2,350High$2,800

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Parts/including motors/ 1975 Honda GW 1000/1982 GW 1100 Aspencade

Parts/including motors/ 1975 Honda GW 1000/1982 GW 1100 Aspencade

$1

Glade Spring, Virginia

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I have parts- including motors for a 1975 Honda Goldwing GL1 1000 and 1983 Honda Goldwing 1100 Aspencade. Both not running. Prices of parts or whole bike vary although requested "price" listed here is just to get the ad on :)

Honda : Gold Wing 1975 HONDA GOLDWING GL1000  1st Year  40th year Goldwing now 4 sale

Honda : Gold Wing 1975 HONDA GOLDWING GL1000 1st Year 40th year Goldwing now 4 sale

$1,875

Rockford, Illinois

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FIRST YEAR GOLDWING. The 40th ANNIVERSARY Goldwing just came out with Special Badging and Paint.Own the Inaugural bike. Low serial # 1139 bike out the door for Honda, Build date 2/75 EVERY THING WORKS. Ride it home, even to the West Coast or Key West. New rear tire and battery. Honda's Goldwing GL1000. The Honda Goldwing first saw the light of day at the Cologne Motorcycle Show in October 1974, as the flat-four cylinder, 999cc GL1000. While this first production version of the now famous Goldwing was ultimately deemed to be a success (it was after all the birth of a legend), it's place in the world of motorcycling was not entirely cast in stone at the beginning. Part of the reason for this was the fact that the GL1000 didn't really fit properly into any particular motorcycle class, even though it was officially tagged as a tourer. Weighing in at 584lbs dry, it was far too heavy to be called a sports bike and the upright sitting position also helped to kill of any such sporting pretensions. The rear coil spring suspension wasn't up to the job of handling all the weight when the rider was pushing it through heavy going, such as the winding country roads that all bikers love (at least occasionally) to tackle. The total absence of touring kit fitted as standard didn't help the official touring image either, although Honda did offer a top fairing as an accessory throughout the production life of the GL1000. Nevertheless and in spite of all the confusion about the Goldwings role in life, the GL1000 proved to be a very reliable motorcycle, quite capable of going very long distances without missing a beat and after a while the aftermarket fairing & pannier suppliers started to cater for the requests of those who wanted to use the GL1000 for more than just popping down to the shops or Sunday morning posing at the local meet. This is what finally gave the Goldwing it's place in the motorcycling world, it became a touring motorcycle more by accident than design and Honda, always keen to keep an ear to the ground, listened to what the customers wanted (just as well too or they might have killed the Goldwing off before long, not least because expected sales of the Goldwing in the first year of production were less than 10% of what Honda had predicted) and started planning the next incarnation of what has turned into a legend in the world of touring motorcycles. 40 Years of Premier Sport Touring Performance AUTHOR American HondaPOSTED Sep 04, 2014POSTED IN Street Gold Wing Timeline In the world of motorcycling, technology presses forward at such a furious pace that very few models survive a span of a couple dozen years. But for more than three-and-a-half decades, the Gold Wing® has done much more than merely survive: This remarkable machine has continued to create and define an entire segment of the motorcycling experience, raising standards and expectations time and time again. The following timeline provides a glimpse into the many milestones that have made the Gold Wing the icon it is today. 1975 GL1000 GOLD WING The original Gold Wing was much, much more than just a new motorcycle. Powered by a revolutionary 999cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine, the Gold Wing opened new possibilities never before considered by the experts in the enthusiast press, much less the consumer public in general. What to make of this open-class machine with world-class power and cross-country capabilities? Gold Wing customers took to the open road in droves, and helped inspire an industry-wide paradigm shift toward long-distance motorcycling. 1976 GL1000 GOLD WING LTD A new model marks the Gold Wing’s second year as Honda graces the GL1000 Limited Edition with an assortment of special features, including gold striping, special LTD sidecover badges, chromed radiator shroud and screen, quilt-patterned seat, plus gold wheels and spokes. 1979 With more than 80 percent of Gold Wing production being exported to North America, a vital need arose to build a production plant in the U.S. Although Honda had been building overseas plants for more than 25 years, the move to America in the 1970s was risky. To most consumers, Honda’s quality was its strongest selling point, and building in America could jeopardize this hard-earned reputation—not just for the Gold Wing, but for all Honda products for decades to come. Nevertheless, Honda forged ahead, and on September 10, 1979, the first Honda of America Manufacturing (HAM) plant begins production as a group of 64 associates completes the first 10 Honda motorcycles built in Marysville, Ohio. Within three months, Honda’s top managers had sufficient confidence in HAM’s capabilities to proceed with building an automobile plant in 1979—the first Japanese car builder to do so in the U.S. 1980 GL1100 GOLD WING Five years of continuous consumer input culminate in the introduction of the GL1100. More than a rehashed GL1000 with 10 percent greater displacement, the new Wing incorporates deliberately planned modifications that guide it away from the superbike realm and place it squarely into the touring category. The new 1085cc engine now favors torque rather than horsepower, a longer wheelbase provides more room for both pilot and passenger, and a new air-assisted suspension system gives the Gold Wing its most supple, comfortable ride to date. GL1100 GOLD WING INTERSTATE The GL1100 also introduced another innovation that was arguably more important than its mechanical changes. Since the Gold Wing’s long-distance prowess had inspired the creation of an entire aftermarket of bolt-on touring accessories, Honda’s engineers clearly envisioned a new direction toward a turnkey, fully dressed luxury machine. In 1980, the innovative Interstate fulfilled that vision as the first Gold Wing available fully equipped with factory-installed fairing, saddlebags and trunk, plus the option of a stereo sound system. Turnkey touring, Gold Wing style, is born. 1982 GL1100 GOLD WING ASPENCADE In quick succession, Honda introduces the concept of luxury touring with the Aspencade. Amenities abound in standard trim, including LCD instrumentation, stereo, CB, on-board air-compressor and thoughtful touches such as the handy storage pouches in the passenger backrest. At the same time, through the use of Redpages in its advertising, Honda underscores its technological edge. 1984 GL1200 GOLD WING ASPENCADE The GL1200 brought the Gold Wing to the outer limits of the four-cylinder engine’s performance and sophistication. The added power and torque of the larger 1182cc engine made the Gold Wing the king of its class in 1984, with a combination of smoothness and low-rpm acceleration that couldn’t be matched. The addition of hydraulic valve adjustment now made the Wing virtually maintenance-free. At the same time, chassis improvements made the big Wing feel amazingly agile, and open-road comfort was superlative. 1985 GL1200 LIMITED EDITION Honda marks the Wing’s 10th anniversary in two significant ways. First, with the Gold Wing so firmly entrenched within the touring realm, Honda decides to drop the standard, unfaired GL1200. Second, an ultra-luxurious Limited Edition arrives, complete with computerized fuel injection, four-speaker sound system, cruise control, auto-leveling rear suspension, a comprehensive electronic travel computer and special two-tone metallic gold paint. Following the success of its Marysville Motorcycle Plant, Honda constructs an engine plant in nearby Anna, Ohio, to build Gold Wing engines. Just as Marysville’s success paved the way for Honda’s auto manufacturing in America, the Anna Engine Plant moved from manufacturing GL engines alone to building powerplants for Civics and Accords. At Anna, all the casting, forging, machining and heat-treating processes necessary to turn raw materials into finished, sophisticated engines reside under one roof. As one associate proudly observes, “We do what seven Honda plants do in Japan.” 1988 GL1500 GOLD WING In 1984 a new design team began planning the next Wing. The new machine had to be superior in every aspect: extremely quiet and silky smooth, yet extremely powerful with superior handling. The GL1500 got there—the hard way. Thousands of hours were spent in testing 15 different machines in 60 prototype stages—the most comprehensive model development project in Honda’s history. These efforts culminated in a six-cylinder luxury motorcycle of such surpassing excellence it would establish a touring benchmark that would dominate motorcycling for more than a decade. 1993 The next-generation GL begins to take shape under the guidance of Masanori Aoki, a sportbike enthusiast who has already headed up development of high-performance bikes including the CBR250RR, CBR400RR and the CBR®600F3. “We set out to keep 80 percent of the Gold Wing’s touring capability,” Aoki said. But he also added, “My job is to add more fun factor, to build a Gold Wing with the kind of acceleration and handling people normally associate with sporting machines.” After considering flat-four, flat-six and flat-eight engine configurations and displacements up to 2000cc, customer response overwhelmingly points to a flat-six of about 1800cc displacement. In 1998, a full-scale model is created. 1996 The one-millionth Honda motorcycle made in America rolls off the Marysville assembly line. Appropriately enough, the millionth model is a Gold Wing; this commemoration is altogether fitting, since the success of the Gold Wing and that of Honda in America are inextricably intertwined. 2000 In January 2000, the Marysville Motorcycle Plant is thoroughly redesigned to build the new Gold Wing. As part of this process, the engine production line is transferred from Anna to Marysville to facilitate the new Gold Wing production. The Gold Wing’s new era officially begins when the first complete GL1800 rolls off the Marysville assembly line on October 10, 2000. 2001 GL1800 GOLD WING The word “new” cannot do justice to the GL1800. Two numbers alone tell a big story: 118 bhp and 125 lb./ft. of torque. Don’t try to find other bikes that compare, because there aren’t any. In terms of power, the new Gold Wing is literally in a class of one. Likewise, the list of long-legged mounts offering a box-section aluminum frame begins with the word “Gold” and ends with “Wing.” And that’s only the beginning. Before the GL1800 was completed, Honda would patent no less than 20 technological innovations that were incorporated into this amazing high-performance luxury motorcycle. 2005 GL1800 GOLD WING The 30th anniversary Gold Wing comes in a slew of colors, including Pearl Yellow, White, Metallic Silver, Dark Gray Metallic, Bright Blue Metallic and Candy Black Cherry. Special 30th anniversary color-matched badging on the front fairing, rear trunk and dash cover also distinguish the ’05 model, as does a 30th anniversary color-matched key, 30th anniversary opening ceremony on the LCD display, and unique carbon-fiber seat pattern on pearl yellow and metallic silver colors. To date, more than 500,000 Gold Wings have been produced. 2006 GL1800 GOLD WING In 2006, the most potent Gold Wing ever produced now elevates luxury motorcycling to unprecedented highs. A six-speaker premium audio system with 80 watts per channel comes standard on every new GL1800, and riders may also opt for a satellite navigation system with color screen, a Cold-Weather Comfort Package and an industry-first fully integrated motorcycle airbag. 2012 Manufacture of the Gold Wing shifts to the ultra-modern facility in Kumamoto, Japan, where production on a gigantic scale will see as many as 1800 motorcycles produced in a single day. The new 2012 Gold Wing brings upgraded styling along with a dazzling array of sophisticated electronic amenities including a next-generation GPS navigation system with user-friendly programmability for sharing favorite ride routes, which can be accessed online via computer, plus a built-in MP3/iPod® interface for the new SRS CS Auto™ technology surround-sound system. The 2012 Gold Wing also boasts increased luggage capacity, greater protection from wind and weather, revised suspension settings for enhanced ride compliance, and unparalleled comfort for both rider and passenger. In addition to its power-laden yet refined drivetrain and delightfully sporty handling, packages for ABS and airbag do much to further the Gold Wing’s reputation as the most celebrated touring machine in motorcycle history.2015 To celebrate 40 years of this incredible machine, all 2015 Gold Wing models come with special badging and embossed seats. Also, our two-tone Red/Black model features special blacked-out trim and all models get a redesigned front fascia and air intake, blacked-out headlight garnish and new instrument panel fonts Manufacturer: Honda......Model: Gold Wing GL1000, GL1000LTD, GL1000 StandardYears Made: 1975-1980 (- 1983 Australia)Luxury Tourer 999cc Boxer-FourSeat: mm/"Weight: 584+lbsHP: 78-84Torque: 76Top Speed: 120mphMPG: 40New Cost: $2,470 (1975) - $3,250 (1978) - $3,499 (1980) - $3,649 (1983)Average Used Costs:Low$1,678Medium$2,350High$2,800