My first GW was a '79. In 1991, I purchased it for $800.00 !! I put new tires and spark plugs on her and took for a six day 2600 mile tour from Florida - South Carolina and back . The following year , I had new cam belts put in her, and took her on a 24 day, 7,400 mile tour. I recall waiting at a stop light on the Las Vegas Strip , when a crotch rocket rider pulled along side . He asked : Did you ride that old girl all the way from Florida ? I answered with alot of pride , " I sure did " !!!! I now own a 1981 GL1100 Interstate and a 1982 Naked Wing !! However, I will always have a special love for my first Gold Wing !!