1988 honda goldwing history books

Feb 27, 2019 explore wingstuffs board gl1500 19882000, followed by 487. The new machine had to be superior in every aspect. Gl 1500 sechszylinder, 19882001, sc 22bearbeiten quelltext bearbeiten. Honda goldwing gl1500 lower fairing corner trim with plugs. In another first for the gl1500, 1988 was the year honda exported gold. Honda goldwing 1200 workshop manual manuel datelier en anglais honda goldwing gl1200 workshop manual zip files 203 pages 15 files 42. For more than 40 years, the gold wing has been hondas flagship motorcycle. Indeed, the goldwing was hondas second bestselling motorcycle in the. American honda published a special hardcover book gold wing. Another bold step was taken in 1988 when the gl1500 arrived with a sixcylinder engine.

The honda gold wing is a bike that polarises opinions. The next model year brought launch gl limited edition, which honored the honda entire set of specialized equipment. This engine was designed for smoothness, quietness, and enormous power. The honda gold wing will make getting there way more than half the fun.

This carefully researched history of the evolution of the gold wing is written for the enthusiast. About this manual introduction to the honda gl1200 identification numbers buying parts general specifications. Introduced at the cologne motorcycle show in october 1974, the gold wing went on to become a popular model in north america, western europe and australia, as well as japan. Goldwing gl1800, f6b saddlebag lighted accents reg. Goldwing gl1800 sentinel led fog light kit comes with integrated daytime running lights and turn signal lights.

In 1990 honda updated the brakes to drilled discs, but this wasnt much to write home about. Mar 28, 2010 i have just purchased a 1988 honda goldwing 1500 gl. Unfollow honda goldwing gl 1500 parts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Honda gold wing model history guide total motorcycle.

Established in 1985, lehman trikes is an american company centered around motorcycle trike conversion. A look back at honda s proven long hauler, by a man whos ridden them all. Completely redesigned nose to tail, the gl1500 marked a new era for the gold wing, starting with its silky smooth, powerful new 1520cc flat sixcylinder powerplant, reverse gear and ultrasleek styling. My goldwing honda, transportation, reading, my love, vehicles, books, my. A unique segment was born, though it took until 1980 for honda to offer a standard faired gold wing. The honda gold wing has been pretty much the archetypal grand touring motorcycle from its debut back in 1974. The engine on the gl 1500 models is a liquid cooled, horizontally opposed six cylinder 1520 cc with single overhead camshafts and hydraulically operated lifters. Motorcycle honda goldwing gl1500 a 1993 troubleshooting manual 160 pages. It was fascinating following the progression of the gold wing from its predecessor design leading to the first gl in 1975 and every little incremental lesson learned and resulting minor improvement there after. The only thing not working corectly is the reverse system. Never exceed the maximum weight capacity as shown on the tyre information label. Goldwing 1500 for sale honda motorcycles cycle trader. I have just purchased a 1988 honda goldwing 1500 gl. The gl1500 gold wing was the fourth generation of honda s classdefining touring motorcycle.

More than 500 videos related to honda goldwing maintenance. The honda gold wing is a series of touring motorcycles manufactured by honda. Best selection and great deals for 1988 honda xr100r items. Some riders look at it and instantly dismiss it as having all the size of a car, but with none of the practicalities of a bike. This is an introduction to the honda gl 1500 gold wing. A complete set of maintenance records allows you to stay uptodate on your vehicles service history and can often significantly enhance your vehicles. Lavishly illustrated with full color photography, its a collectors delight, showcasing every major twist and turn in the history of this great motorcycle. As we fly off to austin, texas to ride the latest honda goldwing next week, we take a look at the key models over its 43year history. Throughout its year production run, the japanese companys flatsixpowered tourer was the touring bike to beat. Choose your honda motorcycles to get the suggested retail or tradein value. We offer a variety of replacement honda gold wing gl1500 motorcycle batteries below. Goldwing 1500 history after a false start the previous year, the long awaited gl1500 finally hit the buying public for the 1988 model year. The gl did more in its first twenty years than any other bike. Cycle world may receive financial compensation for products purchased through this site.

Information about the honda goldwing 1500 motor bike and many more other big bikes. Not only that, but we have them all instock and ready to ship today. Here are milestone models in the gold wings history from 19752015. View and download honda gl1100 interstate owners manual online. A major change happened in 1995 with the bike gaining a lower seat height and narrower frame, so if you are shorter in the leg search one of these models out, and in 1998 the engines heads were altered very slightly and a new exhaust fitted. Honda celebrates with three commemorative gold wing models sporting 20th anniversary badging to go with a special hardcover book detailing the gls 20year legacy. See more ideas about sidecar, motorcycle and honda. How to decode the vin number on a honda motorcycle. Even the first and lightest honda goldwing is too heavy and unwieldly for beginners. And honda celebrated this milestone with the release of three commemorative models, and a special hardcover book detailing the entire gold wing history. The dualsport honda crfl africa twin, as we know it today, has a rich and diverse history spanning over thirty years. Starting today, and in the days to come, is their story of the development of the new model from initial pencil drawings to a rolling motorcycle.

Honda gl1500 gold wing 1988 92 clymer m505 gl1500 gold wing, 1988 1992 gl1500, gl1500se, gl1500i, gl1500a published 1993, hardcover 855 pp, intertec publication isbn. For 1988, as the gold wing underwent what at the time was the most. The item youve selected was not added to your cart. Over the course of its production history, the gold wing had many design. Honda gl1100 interstate owners manual pdf download. Motorcycle honda goldwing gl1100 interstate 1981 owners manual 100 pages. The book is very comprehensive and quite complete when it comes to the history of the founder of the current honda motor company. These manuals require a valid vin and mailing address. This is a motorcycle that honda described as the king of king motorcycles, their own cb750 having already been given the title of king of motorcycles. Financing nationwide shipping and warranties available to qualified buyers.

Cr60125r prolink, 1981 1988 listed under honda dirtbikes. View the best 1988 honda goldwing goldwing motorcycle pictures uploaded by users all over the world. This generation of motorcycle were the first gold wing with the flatsix engine. Cycle world on honda 19681971 reprints of articles from cycle world paperback december 1988 whitehorse press. This of course was a major new model and totally redesigned from the. Gold wing enters its second year boasting a special model dubbed the gl ltd edition, with candy brown paint and gold pinstriping, special ltd badges, chrome galore and gold spoked wheels. Honda gl1500 goldwing anniversary motorcycles for sale. The book honda gl1500 gold wing owners workshop manual is written by alan ahlstrand and john h. Honda goldwing gl1500 service repair manual 1 by kera.

Goldwing chrome the best place on a web to buy goldwing. Honda gold wing milestone models 19752015 rider magazine. Come and have a look at the web site today for more details. A motorcycling milestone is reached heralding two decades of the gold wing. The brief history of the honda africa twin visordown. Cyleto oil filter for honda gl1500 goldwing 1500 1988 1993 gl 1500 black widow 1500 2001 gl1500a gold wing aspencade 19912000 4.

Onroad use this motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road. A printed owners manual, navigation manual, and warranty booklet are complimentary to the first registered owner, up to six months after vehicle purchase. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle. Its a beloved motorcycle that has earned many titles, awards and nicknames over the decades. The gl 1500 gold wing anniversary was honda s top of the line touring bike from 1988 to 2001, this one is a 1999. A historical timeline for hondas flagship touring motorcycle, the gold wing, from 1972 to 2017. It contains a comprehensive description of all models gl1500 which appeared in the period from 1988 until 2000 and is also provided with a large number of black and white photographs. It describes the history from 1975 trough opening the new production plant in marysville to the new gl 1800 model and the long way before it was ready to go in production. To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact. Honda motor goldwing gl1800 motorcycles owners manual 251 pages motorcycle honda gl1800 setup instructions. Honda goldwing gl1500 service repair manual 1988 2000 download download here. Select a 1988 honda gl1500 gold wing motorcycle value.

With a haynes manual, you can do it yourselffrom simple maintenance to basic repairs. Insidebikes history of the honda goldwing carole nash. Have you ever noticed the string of numbers and letters printed on the side of your honda cbr, valkyrie, or shadow and wondered what they meant. The long awaited new goldwing was announced in april of that year and the gl1500 finally stepped down after a thirteen year reign and an increase in weight to almost 820lbs steve saunders goldwing page.

The very first gl that came out in 1975 which was in production until 1979, caught my interest because of its shaft drive which to me was a logical feature for any long. The 1988 honda gl 15006 gold wing and all other motorcycles made 18942020. Likened to the dna of the motorcycle, these vehicle identification numbers or vin have appeared on every vehicle manufactured since 1981. Get the suggested tradein value and retail price for your 1988 honda gl1500 gold wing motorcycles with kelley blue book. Today im going to show you have to start your goldwing with a screwdriver. Honda service and maintenance records honda owners. Service records registered users can track all maintenance performed on their vehicles by honda dealers as well as keep a record of maintenance performed at non honda service facilities. Honda gl1500 goldwing engine water pump assembly gl 1500 12 1988 0 results. Also a very nice book about the goldwing history from the haynes series is.

Throughout this time, the africa twin or at can be split into three distinct models, each with differing engine capacities. Your 1988 honda gl1500 gold wing values kelley blue book. Honda gl1500 gold wing interstate, aspencade, special. The long anticipated gl finally was finally announced for the model year this was a major new model and bore carried almost nothing over from the outgoing gl the gl now had a silky smooth flat six cylinder engine of cc and a reverse gear real news for touring motorcycles. Others, however, see it as the ultimate in luxury two.

This is a complete service repair manual for the honda goldwing gl1500 motorcycle. The honda gl1500 gold wing is the 4th generation gold wing. Lehman offers a variety of trike conversion kits applicable to harley davidson, honda, suzuki, and victory motorcycles. Motorcycle parts for 1988 honda goldwing 1500 for sale ebay.

History year country name frame engine 1988 europe, north america, australia, japan name. Motorcyclists who truly love the gold wing will treasure this book. Oct 29, 2014 1988 gl1500 honda goldwing fantasic condition needs a new home. The book honda gl1500 gold wing owners workshop manual is written by. The napa glove story is the story of quality hand protection for over 100 years. The allnew honda gl1800 gold wing is the next generation model for the companys flagship touring machine.