HONDA GL 1000 K 2 GOLD WING 1978

Image of the Honda gl 1000 k 2 gold wing motorcycle of the year 1978

The motorcycle Honda gl 1000 k 2 gold wing of 1978 was launched by the company Honda and corresponds to the series of Honda gold wing that comprises motorcycles of different displacements.

This bike corresponds to the category of touring and the first model of the Honda gold wing generation marketed in the year 1975, that's why incredible as it may seem, we are talking about a a motorcycle generation that already has 47 years.

To make the characteristics of this bike more concrete, it has an engine displacement of 60.96 ci and a total power of 78.00 hp (56.9 kw) @ 7000 rpm with an 4-cylinder, 4-stroke boxer engine.

Take a look at the details of this tremendous motorcycle.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS HONDA GL 1000 K 2 GOLD WING 1978

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MakeHonda
Modelgl 1000 k 2 gold wing 1978
Year1978
CategoryTouring
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Displacement60.96 ci (999.00 cc)
Engine type4-cylinder, 4-stroke boxer engine
Engine details-
Power78.00 hp (56.9 kw) @ 7000 rpm
Torque-
Engine compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke2.8 x 2.4 inches (72.0 x 61.4 mm)
Valves per cylinder2 valves
Fuel controlOverhead Camshaft (OHC)
CoolingAir-cooled
Transmission5-speed
Final driveCardan shaft drive
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
Empty weight-
Full weight707.7 lbs (321.0 kg)
Fuel capacity-
Fuel reserve-
Oil capacity-
SPEED AND ACCELERATION
Maximum speed112.5 mph (181.0 km/h)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h-
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND WHEELS
Fork diameter-
Front tire3.50-19
Rear tire4.50-17
Front brakesDouble disc brakes
Rear brakesRear disc brakes

RATING AND SCORING

These are the ratings users have sent about the motorcycle:

Engine
Engine response, feel, acceleration and power.
78
Driving
Overall driving experience, for both short and long hauls
94
Brakes
Brake feel, ABS response, and emergency braking response
90
Instrumentation
Amount of information we have, different driving modes and connectivity
90
Comfort and convenience
Seat comfort, driving position and control ergonomics
86
Appearance and styling
Overall design and appearance of the bike compared to similar models.
97

QUESTIONS AND DOUBTS ABOUT HONDA GL 1000 K 2 GOLD WING 1978

📅 When was the first model of this motorcycle manufactured?

The first model of this motorcycle was produced in 1978.

🏇 How much power does this motorcycle have?

The Honda gl 1000 k 2 gold wing has a power of 78.00 hp (56.9 kw) @ 7000 rpm.

🕛 What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle?

The HONDA GOLD WING has a top speed of 112.5 mph.

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