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Multiple bikes over the years....see personal gallery (couldn't figure out the attachment process) 150CB Honda in high school 90CB Honda in school 500CB Honda in early 20's 650CB Honda later 20's (outfitted w/windjammer plus bags and trunk) 650CB #2 from father-in-law NO PICS OF THE ABOVE... '86...

"Rebound" bike after accident. Love it but ride it very little. Found out that the '97 wing spoiled me for comfort, power, amenities and the quietness for the longer rides. Have always admired the "83 wings so one coming in next couple weeks. Pictures to follow

Had both bikes for almost a year alternating my weekly rides. The GW won out and the Nomad was sold. "97 wrecked in Oct. '09

Opted for lifestyle (?) change in riding style. Acquired around 2002.

First bike after a 30yr. gap in riding. Acquired in yr.2000. Four Hondas prior to this one in my teens and 20's.

Thought I should have done a new thread on the "paint" subject. Sorry about that. The issue is using the right paint for the cargo unit that is secured to the trailer frame. Not sure of the makeup of the cargo container. Guessing a type of plastic maybe. It does flex somewhat. Therin lies my...

Good point on modified cars, trucks etc. still insured even with mods. It stands to reason a modified motorcycle trailer should be insured also. When I register this new (to me) '83 Asp. and insure it I will ask my agent the question. Anyone know the proper prep on the cargo container I would...

Thanks for the input everyone. After checking the trailer over this morning I discovered I am under the 1.5 times tongue length. Fortunately I can extend it with little effort. I'll bring the tire pressure down and remove one of the two springs on each side. My tongue weight was rather heavy...

I have a home built trailer that I plan on using with my '83 however I noticed it does get into a bounce mode. I pulled it with the Honda (car) this last summer and figured I must attend to that problem. It is a former old Harbor Freight that I have had for 15 years that I shortened up and added...

'97 GW & home built trailer

'97 SE (RIP) w/home built trailer

Hey Everyone, Here in the Sierra foothills about 75 miles from Yosemite. Just did a head count of bikes owned and came up with ten since high school. Decided to get back into a goldwing as it seems my riding style has swayed back to the tour bikes. This is my third wing, however I won't even...