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1981 Honda GoldWing GL1100 for sale. Good condition, only ~29,650 miles: $2,300 Very comfortable ride due to air-supported suspension and comfortable seat. Surprisingly nimble, even in the canyons. - Recent oil and filter change - Carburetors professionally rebuilt, installed and tuned -...

Hello, Good thing this happened in the garage! I took my 1981 GL1100 from the centerstand, was getting ready for a ride. I used the front brake to stop the bike from rolling and suddenly the bike felt like it was glued to the garage floor. :shock: The brakes were binding so hard that I...

Hello, What is the best method to re-install an exhaust system? I removed mine on my 1981 GL1100 to replace the exhaust crush washers and now I struggle a bit to line up everything... Right now the two halves are separated. I assume I should reconnect them and then start installing the front...

Hello, I am in the process of re-installing the exhaust on my 1981 GL1100 after removing it to get better access to the oil strainer cover. I got new copper crush washers and wanted to install them, but when I look into the "outlet" I am not sure if there are any old washers in there: I...

Hello, I was about to change the oil filter on my 1981 GL1100 when I noticed that the washer (part 8) that is shown in my Clymer manual was not there. Is this part critical? Should I get it (OEM?)? I also saw in the manual that an "oil screen" was mentioned. It is hard to get to, hidden...

Hello, After a thorough cleaning the carburetors on my 1981 GL1100 were rebuilt using Randakk's rebuild kit and new throttle cables were installed. The bike starts and runs very well now, but the throttle is much harder to twist now (~3 times harder) than before. It still snaps back. The...

Hello, I had to replace the rectifier/regulator on my 1986 GL1200 Interstate and also the connector for the three yellow wires coming from the stator. I soldered the wires instead of getting a new connector. As I don't want to end up stranded again I wanted to check both Volts and Amperes...

Today I was riding my 1986 GL1200 Interstate in Rocky Mountain National Park, stopped to take some pictures coming down Trail Ridge Road. Because I parked on a slightly downhill spot I put the bike in 1st gear when I parked it. When I wanted to leave I shifted into neutral and turned the...

I noticed that the lead-acid battery of my 1986 GL1200 Interstate makes "bubbling" noises. I used a battery tender, disconnected it about two days ago and tonight when I was working in the garage I heard this noise. I don't know the age and history of the battery. I just bought the bike a few...

Hello, The previous owner put this luggage rack on my 1981 GL1100: What kind of OEM or aftermarket hard bags would fit on this rack? Thank you! Armin

My new to me 1986 GL1200 Interstate feels "squirrely" in curves, not very stable from the front wheel. In comparison, my 1981 GL1100 feels much more stable, which surprised me as I thought that the GL1200 had a more stable frame. The GL1100 has no fork brace and still feels more stable. Both...

Hello, My new to me 1981 GL1100 Standard (~28,000 mls) starts, idles and runs very well with the exception of an off-idle stumble at low throttle openings. It always runs well at larger throttle openings (> ~40%). It feels like it is not getting enough fuel off-idle, but I might be wrong...

Hello, I am new to this forum and would like to introduce myself. My name is Armin, I am German-Austrian originally and proud Coloradan now and have been living in Boulder County for quite some time now. I love bikes from the 80's, never thought I would end up with a Goldwing and actually...