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1978 Honda GL 1000 Goldwing

Highlights

  • Remains in original condition
  • Matching serial numbers
  • Good service history
  • Valid technical inspection until May 2028

The Appeal

The Honda GL1000 Gold Wing, launched in 1975, was Honda's first foray into the luxury touring motorcycle market and quickly became an icon. This first-generation model, with its distinctive flat-four engine and shaft drive, represents the purest expression of Honda's touring vision before the model grew larger in subsequent iterations.
This 1978 example presents well for its age, remaining in original condition with matching serial numbers. The bodywork, paintwork, and interior are all rated as very good with few imperfections, whilst the mechanical condition shows age-commensurate wear. With a good service history and a valid technical inspection until May 2028, this GL1000 offers an opportunity to own an original example of Honda's groundbreaking touring motorcycle.
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 81,706 km (odometer reading is reportedly correct)
  • Country of registration: France
  • Technical inspection status: valid until May 2028
  • Technical specs: 1,000cc, four-stroke flat-four, five-speed manual transmission
  • Paperwork: Matching serial numbers, Carte Grise Normale registration type

The Detail

  • Oil change, valve adjustment and timing chain replacement scheduled for September 2025
  • Bodywork and paint rated as very good with few imperfections and light signs of wear
  • Good service history
  • Overall good condition with wear consistent with age
  • Brake hoses show slight cracking
  • Chrome plating on exhaust pots shows slight pitting
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This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
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Asking price
€5,500

Listing details

  • Year1978
  • MakeHonda
  • ModelGL 1000 Goldwing
  • ColourBlack
  • Odometer81,706 Kilometres
  • Engine size1000cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownBretagne
  • CountryFrance

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