Per honda in the motorcycling world, technology presses forward with such irresistible force that very few models survive a span of 36 42 years now years. Lavishly illustrated with full color photography, its a collectors delight, showcasing every major twist and turn in the history of this great motorcycle. And honda celebrated this milestone with the release of three commemorative models, and a special hardcover book detailing the entire gold wing history. Also a very nice book about the goldwing history from the haynes series is honda goldwing from ian falloon. The first goldwing was a lot more than just a motorcycle. This is an introduction to the honda gl 1500 gold wing. Dec 07, 2000 read this article in conjunction with mds two prior gold wing reports dated november 20, 2000 and september 21, 2000. This website is all about the honda golding series, you will find photos, history, clip arts and more. Honda gold wing 40 year history of touring motorcycles.
Accessories, street, touring, gold wing tour, 2018 honda. Its a beloved motorcycle that has earned many titles, awards and nicknames over the decades. Come check out our giant selection of tshirts, mugs, tote bags, stickers and more. Honda s goldwing is one of the most iconic names in biking history, launching a whole lifestyle of tourers and a world of wing social riding clubs when it was revealed back in 1975. Introduced at the cologne motorcycle show in october 1974, 4 the gold wing went on to become a popular model in north america, western europe and australia, as well as japan. A look back at honda s proven long hauler, by a man whos ridden them all. Come and have a look at the web site today for more details. The official unveiling had been done the previous august and in an age where people could hide small cameras the size of a button on their person, its a miracle how honda managed to keep pictures of the new goldwing a secret for so long. Motorcyclists who truly love the gold wing will treasure this book. The book is very comprehensive and quite complete when it comes to the history of the founder of the current honda motor company. Are you trying to find 1985 honda gl1200l gold wing limited edition values.
The complete story first edition by west, phil isbn. The wing world team was in santa barbara tuesday, oct. As 2015 came to a close and many riders packed away their bikes for the winter, we were reminded that that the year marked the 40th. American honda published a special hardcover book gold wing.
A historical timeline for hondas flagship touring motorcycle, the gold. The history of honda goldwing development trike talk. Honda gold wing history timeline ultimate motorcycling. Information about the honda goldwing 1500 motor bike and many more other big bikes. Nov 25, 2014 view detailed pictures that accompany our honda gold wing motorcycles.
This is a beautiful level 2 goldwing which has been recently fully serviced with a new rear oem dunlop tire. And with the aftermarket supporting their riders whims, honda s gold wing soon came to define a new class of motorcycle the heavyweight touring machine as well as a new class of rider the winger. Designed to bring carlike ride and comfort to the motorcycle world, the gold wing has a dedicated following that few other bikes can match. The honda cx series motorcycles, including the gl500 and gl650 silver wing variants, were developed and released by honda in the late 1970s, with production ending in most markets by the mid 1980s. The onemillionth honda motorcycle made in america rolls off the marysville assembly line. The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1985 honda gl1200l gold wing limited edition and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market. 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.
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Cafepress brings your passions to life with the perfect item for every occasion. 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. Insidebikes history of the honda goldwing carole nash. The honda gold wing is a series of touring motorcycles manufactured by honda. The history making revelry continues into the new season as gold wing enters its 25th year, memorialized with 25th anniversary badging on the entire lineup. The honda gold wing is one of the worlds most recognizable and successful bikes. Free returns 100% satisfaction guarantee fast shipping. Year in and year out, such acclaim flows freely and rightly so. Appropriately enough, the millionth model is a gold wing.
Early fans of the honda gold wing discovered a bike that was meant to be ridden and enjoyed over the wide open spaces. Honda gold wing model history guide totalmotorcycle. 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. See more ideas about honda, touring and motorcycle. Goldwing lefteris avramidis history of goldwing bike. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Honda gl1800 gold wing airbag first ride cycle world. Also a very nice book about the goldwing history from the haynes series is. Im still waiting for the goldwing to become a car jk id love to ride one of these floating comfort machines that have more features than my car. Over the course of its production history, the gold wing had many design changes. Starting out as a naked roadster with a 1,000cc fourcylinder boxer, it.
The historymaking revelry continues into the new season as gold wing enters its 25th year, memorialized with 25th anniversary badging on the entire lineup. The gl1800 was finally announced for the 2001 model year. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Welcome to morrocco riders channel dont forget to subscribe check this great motorcyc. Goldwing customers took to the open road in droves, and helped inspire an industrywide paradigm shift toward longdistance motorcycling. I bet if you could bring back socrates or davinci or ronald reagan, theyd be more amazed by the gold wing than just about any modern invention. 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. Hondas goldwing is one of the most iconic names in biking history, launching a whole lifestyle of tourers and a world of wing social riding clubs when it was revealed back in 1975. Years before honda thought about stripping off its gold wing to make the brawny f6b and the naughty naked valkyrie, terry bloomfield had the same idea. Get the suggested tradein value and retail price for your 1990 honda gl1500 gold wing motorcycles with kelley blue book. Oct 25, 2017 the goldwing has always been a special model in honda s lineup, ever since the first generation was introduced in 1975. Honda gold wing model history guide total motorcycle. Select a 1989 honda gl1500 gold wing motorcycle value.
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