Honda GL 1000 Goldwing GL1 spare parts

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Honda GL 1000 Goldwing GL1-the original Goldwing classic in top form

The Honda GL 1000 Goldwing (internal Gl1) wrote motorcycle history in 1975: As the first fully clad tourer with a water-cooled, cross-built four-cylinder boxer, she set new standards in terms of running, reliability and long-distance comfort. By 1979, over 97,000 copies left the works in Marysville (USA) and Suzuka (Japan) - many of them are still on the streets today. So that your classic will continue to run sovereign in the future, you will find a comprehensive overview in this category Honda GL 1000 spare parts, Maintenance tips and technology updates.

1 | Creation & peculiarities of the first generation of gold

Honda recognized the trend towards a comfortable travel motorcycle early on. The GL 1000 came onto the market in 1975 as a strong-capacity counter-design to the vibes strong single cylinder and V-Twins. The centerpiece was a 999 cm³ SOHC flat-four, which delivered a whopping 78 hp at 7,000 rpm and 68 Nm torque from 5,500 rpm-impressive figures at the time. The "Naked Wing" uncladed ex works was often equipped with cousin fairing, windjammer pane or crauser case system and thus justified the myth of Goldwing.

Water cooling - constant temperature also in traffic jams

Cardan drive - low -maintenance & clean

Terstostat -controlled radiator fan

Double brake disc at the front, pane at the back from 1977

Low focus thanks to the flat engine

Traveling tank 5 US gal (19 l)

2 | Motor & drive - sovereign source of strength

The GL1 engine is considered almost indestructible, but after 45 years even legendary aggregates require care:

  • Piston rings & running boxes - lower oil consumption with high mileage.
  • Camshafts & cup tappets - Flat towing levers create scope for modern oils.
  • Water pump kit - at least every 60,000 km, prevents cooling water in the oil.
  • Cutting discs & feathers - at slides under full load.
  • Kardan cross joint & rubber mouf - Check freedom of play.

Maintenance recommendation: 20W-50 mineral oil + Honda 15410-003 filter exchange every 5,000 km / annually, check valve game every 12,000 km (admission 0.10 mm | Outlet 0.13 mm).

3 | Fuel system & carburetor bank

Four 32 mm Keihin carburettor form the mixture center. For clean combustion we offer:

Complete rebuild kits (membrane, nozzles, O-rings)

Swimming nobility valves & seat

Intake suction set (Rissfestes NBR)

Inline petrol filter 10 µm

Synchronize the carburetor after each service using the vacuum clocks, CO content in idle 3.5 %.

4 | Cooling system & thermal management

A blocked cooler is enemy of every old-wing. Spare parts for stable temperatures:

  • Aluminum cooler in the OEM layout
  • Silicone hoses heat-resistant
  • 82 ° C thermostat & sealing flange
  • Electrical fan engine + relay

Service: Swap frost protection G48 every 2 years, clean the radiator slats with compressed air.

5 | Chassis & brakes - touring control

Originally advertised as a "superbike of the trip", the GL 1000 receives an update with modern components:

Progressive fork springs (Wirth | Wilbers)

Fork rings SKF low friction

Hagon dampers-5-fold level level

Steel flex lines ABE

Dot 4 every 2 years, 296 mm discs in front, 296/777 → 254 mm in the back.

6 | Electrics & charging technology

The 14 V/300 W-light machine creates today's additional loads when plugs and controllers are up to date:

  • MOSFET controller (RR51)
  • AGM battery (30 Ah)
  • Main cable tree repair kit
  • LED headlights H4

7 | Body, cockpit & comfort

From the naked classic to the fully equipped tourer - the GL1 can be personalized in many ways:

Repro-side cladding & emblems

Windjammer disc clear / tinted

Beat cover "Diamond Stitch"

Krauser case carrier & top case

Chrome crash bars at the front/back

Digital voltmeter with USB port

8 | Maintenance plan & intervals

Work interval Parts
Oil + filter 5,000 km 20W-50 + 15410-003
Set valves 12,000 km Shimless screw 9 mm
Ignition contacts + candles 12,000 km NGK D8ea
Cardan oil 10,000 km 80W-90 GL-5
Refrigeration 24 Mon. G48 1: 1
brake fluid 24 Mon. Dot 4

9 | Typical weaknesses & proven solutions

GL1 stator burns through → Exchange unit + MOSFET controller.

Guvases dirty bores dirty → Ultrasound cleaning & Rebuild kit.

Steering head bearing worn out → TAPARED scooter set SKF.

Base of the base plate rust → Repro-ABS-bottom.

10 | Performance & travel upgrades

  • Dyna s contactless ignition
  • Randakk carb jet kit for ethanol gasoline
  • Hagon Classic-Look shock absorber
  • Hochlenker + support for tour comfort
  • 18 "aluminum rims Morad with stainless steel spokes

Conclusion

The Honda GL 1000 Goldwing remains an icon for tours - robust, charismatic, comfortable. With our Spare parts If you carry out any maintenance according to factory specifications or bring your project bike in Concours state. Benefit from high quality, well-founded know-how and quick delivery so that your original goldwing continues to inspire generations.