What was the model year of the GL1000?
In the meantime, 1976 saw the standard GL1000 unchanged, apart from a badly needed grease nipple on the driveshaft.
Why was the Goldwing GL1000 made in 1978?
The fuel tank had an internal coating applied to prevent rust. Smaller carburettors, shorter valve timing and increased spark advance in 1978 were designed to give the GL1000 increased roll-on performance in top gear, which translated into slightly less top speed but more torque, which apparently is what the long distance rider needed.
When did the Honda Goldwing motorcycle come out?
The Honda Goldwing motorcycle first saw the light of day at the Cologne Motorcycle Show in October 1974, as the flat-four cylinder, 999cc GL1000 Gold Wing and was released to the world for the 1975 model year.
Why does my Honda GL1800 overheat in cold weather?
Too much silicate. In cold weather it would drop out and settle to the lowest spot. Usually the lower radiator hose where it would block the flow of coolant to the engine. Brand new cars/trucks overheating at zero degree weather. Not good but long gone. Not the stigma though.
When did the Honda Goldwing GL1000 come out?
The GL1000 bowed out at the end of it’s production cycle a bit less powerful and slightly heavier than the first models at 604lbs dry. The GL1100 was announced for the 1980 model year and this time Honda got it right.
When to change coolant on a Honda Goldwing?
Honda has to make suggestions for all bikes world wide with all different conditions. They are all good when used as intended. Oh, a final thought. If you go Long Life and add regular coolant. It is not an issue but the long life coolant has become regular coolant and should be changed at the shorter interval.
What kind of battery does the GL1800 use?
For that reason, we felt that now is the right time to examine battery alternatives for the GL1800. In addition to that, the battery used in the GL1800 is of a type not familiar to many of us; it’s an absorbed glass mat battery (AGM).