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Offline Seabass

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Thinking of buying goldwing
« on: August 14, 2013, 05:17:55 PM »
Need advice.Im thinking of buying a older late 70s goldwing as my commuter.I know nothing of these bikes.What should I look for , are certin years good or bad, mentance issues etc.Thanks guys

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #1 on: August 14, 2013, 06:34:55 PM »
Hey bass.....go here, it is the unofficial Goldwing thread...


http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=119387.0
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #2 on: August 14, 2013, 07:21:35 PM »
Hi Seabass,

go to the Naked Goldwing site -   http://www.ngwclub.com 

Hang out there for a while and do visit the Randakk site  -  a treasure trove of info on early wings.

A commuter bike?  -  having owned a 1976 GL1000 for four years, a Goldwing would not be my first choice for commuting - unless you are doing a lot of highway miles.   The old ones, like the new ones, are great highway bikes.  Around town, not so good.   Carbs can be an issue. 

If you still want an old Goldwing, do your homework at the Randakk site so you don't buy one with a bad engine. 

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #3 on: August 14, 2013, 07:33:54 PM »
Wings are great for commute if MOST of it is Hiway!!! Wings are hard to maneuver around in a lot of tight turns and parking lots.. Great bikes , most had carb problems!!

If you run ti NAKED , makes for a great ride!!! Check last picture!
http://ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4781&highlight=bulldogbobber&sid=b32e897b06ce2f0cd2ed7517daf1ea02


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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #4 on: August 14, 2013, 07:53:44 PM »
You don't want a '75.  And if you're hung up on having a kick starter, you don't want a '79 or newer.

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #5 on: August 14, 2013, 08:17:01 PM »
I don't know why he wouldn't want a '75. The 75-77 are the superbikes of the the GoldWing family. The later bikes became more and more touring oriented and you can't get a factory naked GoldWing after '84.

That said, I also wouldn't recommend a GoldWing for around town commuting. They are heavy, wide, and not particularly fuel efficient, I get mid 20's around town and high 30's on the highway. Mine happens to have a fairing and full bags, which doesn't help make it any lighter or narrower, but even if it didn't it would be an inferior city commuter to the CB550 I sold to buy it. That's why I am working to complete the build of another CB550.

To my mind the 550 is the ideal commuter. Relatively light, nimble, easy to park, good gas mileage, and still plenty of power for highway riding. My GL is better for multihour touring, but as an all around bike the 550 is better.
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #6 on: August 15, 2013, 06:42:21 AM »
Thanks guys lots of solid advice.I need something that I can carry my tools and lunch to work so thinking my cb550 with a cafe seat wont work out to well. I currently have a 05 Victory that I commute with but am selling It to fund and complete a 69 fastback mustang project that I have.My Victory weighs around 600lbs and has a ridiculous 250 rear tire so im kinda  used to heavy hard to maneuver bikes.Are there any other bikes  I should consider that can be had for under $2000 that suit my needs.Thanks

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #7 on: August 15, 2013, 07:43:52 AM »
Ive thought about it and maybe a cb750 with a rack.Only if I can find a ready to ride in good shape for under $2000  remember Im would be paying caifornia prices.

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #8 on: August 15, 2013, 08:27:06 AM »
Is a 550 off the table? A pair of nice vintage bags or a rack would give it plenty of storage/load opportunities for commuting or small trips.
It is capable and like has been said, an enjoyable bike.
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #9 on: August 15, 2013, 09:53:20 AM »
How heavy is the tool box you carry?
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #10 on: August 15, 2013, 10:09:57 AM »
75 Wing is a great bike.i rode mine all over the country. Just make sure to change belts at around 30K.good luck!
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #11 on: August 15, 2013, 03:12:01 PM »
I vote for the 750 with a nice rack
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #12 on: August 15, 2013, 04:17:52 PM »
I owned a 77 naked wing and loved it. It was terrible on gas though. I have a 2001 BMW R1200c right now, and it handles worst than my wing.


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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #13 on: August 15, 2013, 07:28:49 PM »
Yep I do love a nice rack.Well thanks everyone for all the input I ll see were Craigslist leads me.I do have two cb550s one is a stock k model I might put in the work and use that with a rack.Too many choices cb550, cb750, goldwing Im confused I'm gonna have to simmer on this for a bit.::)

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #14 on: August 16, 2013, 09:01:43 PM »
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #15 on: August 16, 2013, 09:02:53 PM »
I disagree.
 I love my bike for around town. I ride it everyday.
Load it up and hit the road. No problems.
I own 4 enough said. Ha Ha.
I get around 45mpg.

All about the balance.

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #16 on: August 16, 2013, 09:06:58 PM »
Quote from: Seabass on August 15, 2013, 06:42:21 AM
Thanks guys lots of solid advice.I need something that I can carry my tools and lunch to work so thinking my cb550 with a cafe seat wont work out to well. I currently have a 05 Victory that I commute with but am selling It to fund and complete a 69 fastback mustang project that I have.My Victory weighs around 600lbs and has a ridiculous 250 rear tire so im kinda  used to heavy hard to maneuver bikes.Are there any other bikes  I should consider that can be had for under $2000 that suit my needs.Thanks

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The Goldwing would be easier to handle.

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #17 on: August 22, 2013, 09:54:23 AM »
So did ya get urself a Wing?
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #18 on: August 22, 2013, 10:07:40 AM »
Quote from: Stev-o on August 15, 2013, 03:12:01 PM
I vote for the 750 with a nice rack

Except that the 750 costs 3x as much as a older wing at least around here. A decent 750 is at least $3000 you can get old wings that still run for a lot less than that.

I was looking at a beautiful 75 naked wing (GL1000) except for the factory saddle bags. Came in the candy blue green and had the narrow oem seat. Super sweet bike. It was down in Portland for $1500. But I passed. Kind of regret that.
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #19 on: August 22, 2013, 04:53:15 PM »
Quote from: Duanob on August 22, 2013, 10:07:40 AM
Quote from: Stev-o on August 15, 2013, 03:12:01 PM
I vote for the 750 with a nice rack

Except that the 750 costs 3x as much as a older wing at least around here. A decent 750 is at least $3000 you can get old wings that still run for a lot less than that.



Just bought this for $750. Fresh gas and three kicks and it's a runner....




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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #20 on: August 22, 2013, 05:33:49 PM »
Maybe to new for you but WOW, clean Wing.

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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #21 on: August 24, 2013, 06:41:07 PM »
Awesome find stev-0.


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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #22 on: August 26, 2013, 08:06:22 PM »
Early wing, make sure it has new timing belts and lube the splined joints on the driveshaft. both ends.  go get you one.
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« Reply #23 on: August 29, 2013, 11:02:14 AM »
« Last Edit: August 29, 2013, 11:04:38 AM by Duanob »
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Re: Thinking of buying goldwing
« Reply #24 on: August 29, 2013, 05:19:30 PM »
Quote from: Duanob on August 29, 2013, 11:02:14 AM
This is what I'm talking about:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1975-Honda-GL1000-Gold-Wing-Goldwing-first-year-production-original-paint-/121165966906?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item1c360dee3a#ht_500wt_1182

and

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1976-HONDA-GOLD-WING-GL1000-NO-VIBRATION-STABLE-80MPH-/190890822881?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item2c71facce1#ht_596wt_1166

Steve-o you are the master at finding deals! You should haul that to the west coast and make some bank. $3000 would be a quick turn around.

I'm a good shopper!   Not ready to sell this one, just put on a newly painted (blue) tank and side covers as well as a minty stock seat.
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