How old is a 1976 Honda Goldwing GL1000?
THIS IS A 1976 HONDA GL1000 LTD. I AM ONLY ASKING $3300. THE BIKE IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION FOR A BIKE THAT”S 38 YEARS OLD. SPEEDO SHOWS 35,808 MILES. PREVIOUS OWNER REPLACED THE ORIGINAL WHICH HE STATES HAD A LITTLE OVER 32,000 ON IT, SO THERE IS A DISCREPANCY ON THE MILEAGE. BUT STILL ITS IN GREAT SHAPE AND BARELY BROKEN IN FOR A GOLDWING!!!
How old is a 1976 GL1000 mountain bike?
Clean low mileage examples are quite scarce and command a significant premium. One example: in October 2006 a 1976 GL1000 LTD from the Otis Chandler museum fetched $24,200 at auction! 1. All of these bikes are now 40+ years old, so expect some degree of mechanical and cosmetic challenge no matter how sweet the target appears. 2.
Why is my GL1000 not running so well?
GL1000s will run poorly when valve lash is not set exactly to spec. Fortunately, valve lash stays “in spec” for a long time once properly set. Note: Valve timing on a GL1000 is critical. Verify that your cambelts are installed correctly.
Are there any problems with a GL1000 Goldwing?
In fact, stator problems are quite rare compared to later four-cylinder GoldWings. Most charging problems on GL1000s are fairly easy to diagnose and remedy. The usual culprits are poor battery cable/starter/ solenoid connections, bad 30 amp master fuse and weak batteries. Occasionally, a voltage regulator will fail. Even rarer is rectifier failure.
Where can I buy a 1976 Honda GL1000?
1976 Honda GL1000 GOLDWING, TAKING BIDS – 1976 GL-1000 GOLDWING LOCAL TRADE SAME OWNER FOR APPROXIMATELY 20 YEARS. TAKING BIDS THROUGH AUGUST 15, MINIMUM RESERVE MUST BE MET. SEE IT AT 5800 CLINTON HWY, OR CONTACT PHILLIP DIRECTLY AT 888-658-3029
Can a Honda GL1000 Goldwing GL 1000 be painted?
Honda GL1000 Goldwing GL 1000 Don’t forget to check the search bar, parts from other models may fit your bike. LEFT SIDE COVER SIDE PLATE – Great shape all ready for paint MODELS FIT 4 FITS HONDA GL1000 1975 1000 GL1000 Goldwing…
What do collectors look for in a GL1000?
Collectors are driving up the value of pristine, original specimens. They look for examples as close as possible to showroom condition. None of the GL1000s came equipped with fairings, bags, racks, windshields, etc. Today, most GL1000s are equipped with such period, aftermarket accessories.
GL1000s will run poorly when valve lash is not set exactly to spec. Fortunately, valve lash stays “in spec” for a long time once properly set. Note: Valve timing on a GL1000 is critical. Verify that your cambelts are installed correctly.