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Hello folks. I own not one but two 1984 GL1200 STANDARD Models (aka Naked Wings). One is a California version and the other is a 49-state bike. Over the past year I have restored them 99% to stock, original condition. Now I'm down to details like getting the correct DECALS that are fitted to...

Hello, Does anyone have any of the GL1200 parts listed here? -- Left side exhaust - chrome headers only (or just the chrome heat shields?) -- OEM or replica Service Info Sticker that goes on the lower right frame tube (U.S. model) -- Short brake hose attached to the Rear master cylinder --...

Hi folks. I have a 1984 GL1200 Standard model and am having a hard time finding the following stuff: -- Original-style cloth-reinforced fuel hoses that run from the fuel pump to the carbs and gas tank. I'd prefer the OEM hose (or a replica) black with red stripe. -- Left side exhaust -...

Hi folks. I have a 1984 GL1200 Standard model and am having a hard time finding the following stuff: -- Original-style cloth-reinforced fuel hoses that run from the fuel pump to the carbs and gas tank. I'd prefer the OEM hose (or a replica) black with red stripe. -- Left side exhaust -...

. . Help! My 84 GL1200 Interstate is currently experiencing that ol' stumble-off-idle / bucking transition between 1500 RPM to 2500-3000 RPM. Also, it takes FOREVER for the engine to warm up. I have to fiddle with the choke constantly just to get it to pull from low speeds without shuddering ...

Hi folks, I need your opinion on a HORRIBLE SOUND that my 84 GL1200 interstate started making the last time I fired it up. The bike has only 19,000 miles on it and was running great earlier in the day. The noise is a LOUD rattling, clacking metallic sound. It seems to be coming from the...

Hi guys, Mini backfires! Now that I have the GL1200 I bought last year running, I'm getting a popping sound upon closed throttle deceleration. Other than that, the engine runs beautifully -- carbs are freshly rebuilt and synchronized, and the compression is about 175-180psi all around. What...

Hi folks, I may just be a cranky guy, but I absolutely HATE the turn signal switch on the 84 GL1200 (hard to activate, rarely self cancels, constantly makes random solenoid "click" sounds). But I LOVE the turn signal switch the 85, 86 and 87 GL. The push-to-cancel feature feels "just right."...

Hi guys, My 84 GL1200 Aspencade is running VERY HOT since I replaced the engine. The "new" engine an older, hi-mileage motor but I've transplanted my much younger (23K mile) cylinder heads, carbs, oil pump, water pump, starter, clutch, alternator, etc. After only a few miles of riding in mild...

Hi Guys, It's me, Paul -- the guy from Redondo Beach with the trashed engine in an otherwise perfect GL1200 Aspencade. I'm looking high and low for replacement '84 1200 motor, but the ones I've found are either super high mileage, have low compression, or SEI or LTD fuel injected engines...

Hi People, Has anyone ever seized their GL1200 engine (or GL1000 or 1100 for that matter)? I'm taking totally frozen. And not from laying around getting rusty, either. More like running without coolant (don't ask me how I know this!!) More important, has anyone ever un-stuck a seized GL...