GL 1000 information

[wsmith]

Hello, new to the forum.

I have recently purchased a 1976 GL 1000 Goldwing in very good original condition with only 10,700 miles, and the bike runs perfectly. The only concern I have is if I should have the motor polished and the exhaust painted or if I should leave it as original as possible. Which would be more desirable for a potential buyer?

Thanks,

Wayne

 

[julimike54]

Welcome to The Forum and enjoy!

Original is good....

 

[dan filipi]

I would say polish the motor but leave exhaust alone.

 

[pidjones]

Change the belts, tires, and fluids then ride her!

 

[Cobra 427 V8]

Light silver on the block , and some header paint on the exhausts , keep it tidy , it's yours don't worry about anyone else , it don't think they will ever be a HRD Vincent .and do the belts as mentioned .

 

[kerryb]

I'm working on beautification of a similar bike, 23k mi, '76. I found significant rust in front of the rear tire. So I sandblasted the whole exhaust and painted it with vht flat black & vht primer. Chrome trim came out pretty nice

 

[Randy Yocum]

I restored this 75 model,I polished the engine and carburetors ,I love this bike ,I ride nearly every day.

 

[kerryb]

I think the pool of potential buyers is larger on the paint & polish side of that question.the polish really makes it pop. That being said, there is a good chance someone will spend more for a truly original bike, but you have to find them.