Comprehensive mechanical overhaul including engine, brakes, and steering
Recent new tyres
Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
The Appeal
Developed for the US market and specifically long-distance touring, the Honda Goldwing range boasted powerful high-capacity engines with smooth shaft drive and a supremely comfortable riding position.
The GL1000 was the first of the Goldwings, and it's become a legend among motorcyclists. This 1976 example is supremely original, finished in the oh-so-'70s hue of Candy Antares Red and sporting a delightful patina.
The bike was imported from the USA and registered in the UK in 2021. Since then, it has been subject to a comprehensive mechanical overhaul which ensures it's as good to ride as it is to look at. Now nearing its fiftieth birthday, this early Goldwing is classed as an historic vehicle and thus benefits from road tax and MOT exemption.
History and Paperwork
Imported from the USA and registered in the UK in 2021
The owner bought the bike having previously ridden a friend's Goldwing in the '70s and knew how good they were
The vendor acquired it in 2020 from Burton Classic Bikes
It had been imported from the USA
The owner received a dating certificate through the VJMC
Registered in the owner's name in 2021
It is classed as a historic vehicle and is tax and MOT exempt
The bike is on SORN and stored in the vendor's garage
The bike has been started up every few months to keep the fluids and internals moving
The Condition
We're informed that the Candy Antares Red paintwork is original
Delightfully patinated and lighty faded by strong sunshine while stateside
The side panels and false tank are plastic, so there's no corrosion to worry about
The paintwork on the frame is reportedly original and is in very good condition for its age
The rear tyre is brand new new while the front tyre was replaced about 1,000 miles ago
The chromework too is said to be all original and it presents very well indeed
No notable wear evident to the seat upholstery and grips
The Mechanics
1,000 cc SOHC flat-four
Manual transmission with five gears
Original Honda silencers and exhaust pipes, which are also in good condition
The vendor states that the bike is in mechanically very good condition, stating that the bike could be put back on the road without needing any work done
The owner hs found the Goldwing to be very fast and powerful
The bike is super smooth and nearly silent at motorway speeds
It has a low centre of gravity with light steering while going through city centre traffic
The vendor lists the following work:
The brakes, forks, and steering have been overhauled
All fluids and filters have been replaced
The engine has had the top end overhauled with new gaskets and seals
The carburettors and water pump have been rebuilt
New cam belts and tensioners have been fitted
The front and back disc brakes have had new hydraulic pipes, brake pads, pistons, and seals
A new battery and regulator rectifier have been fitted
Taper roller bearings have been fitted in the steering head
New fork seals and dust seals have been installed
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