Description
First year of production example
Amazing original condition
In the illustrious timeline of motorcycling, the year 1975 stands out, marking the birth of an icon - the Honda Goldwing GL1000. Today, we proudly present an original specimen of this legendary machine, a testament to Honda's engineering prowess and the timeless appeal of two-wheeled adventures.
This particular Goldwing GL1000 isn't just a motorcycle; it's a piece of history. Hailing from its original American roots, this bike has enjoyed a long journey, where she has been looked after to death, ensuring every detail, every curve, every chrome piece shines with the same fervor as it did when it first graced the open roads.
The GL1000, renowned for its innovative design and groundbreaking features for its era, was Honda's bold answer to the touring motorcycle segment.
Front wheel twin discs and another disc for the rear wheel too. Shaft drive was a change in direction for large and powerful motorcycles as well. Water cooling for the new 1 litre engine (the largest ever from Honda the time), was a new flat four design giving excellent power ( 78 bhp ) and also heaps of torque further down the rev range ( 62 ft/ lbs ) - and a nice upside is the lovely note this 4 cylinder engine produces too.
The bicycle is big and heavy, but looking at her, and in the pictures too, you can see that actually she has a finesse of line, which really belies her size and weight
Riding her, again she feels light and nimble, with true acceleration (remember she was the World's fastest accelerating production motorcycle - with the exception of the Z1, which was a sports bike anyhow) whilst the disc brake set up certainly pulls her up swiftly after a firm pull on the brake levers
Her top speed would have been in the region of 120mph + and the acceleration, as listed above, was 0 - 60 mph covered in an amazing 4. 9 seconds !!!
With the shaft drive there is no snatching from a chain either, so progress is very smooth and comfortable as well
In summation, this 1975 Honda Goldwing GL1000 is more than a motorcycle. It's a symbol of Honda's commitment to innovation, a tangible representation of motor cycling's golden era, and a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to own a slice of history.
A motorcycle we would highly recommend.
Remember, it's always the first or the last which brings out the finest of a line, and this being the first is what lead us to acquire her and offer her for sale
