1978 Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing

Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing
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General motorcycle information

Model
Honda GL 1000 LTD Gold Wing
Year
1978
Category
Touring
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
60.96 cubic inches (999.0 ccm)
Engine type
Four cylinder boxer, 4 stroke
Power
82.0 horsepowers (61.1 kiloWatts) at 7500 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.2:1
Bore x stroke
4.39 x 3.75 inches (72.0 x 61.4 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Cams (OHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Shaft drive (cardan)
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
196.0 kmh (121.8 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19
Rear tyre
4.50-17
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
650.4 pounds (295.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
5.02 gallons (19.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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