1979 Honda GL1000

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– 1979 Honda GL1000

MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer – Make – Model – Year: Honda GL 1000 (K3) 1979
Motorcycle Style: Touring

ENGINE SPECS

Engine Type: 999 cc, liquid cooled, Inline-4 boxer, 4-stroke
Engine Bore and Stroke: 72 mm x 61.4 mm
Valves 2 valves/cylinder
Horsepower: 78 hp (58.2 kW) @ 7000 rpm
Torque 83 Nm (61.2 ft. lbs) @ 5500 rpm

Transmission type: 5 speed
Final Drive: Shaft

MISCELLANEOUS SPECS

Tire – Front: 3,50-18
Tire – Rear: 4,50-17
Brakes – Front: dual 232 mm discs with 2-piston calipers
Brakes – Rear: single 250 mm disc with 1-piston calipers

DIMENSIONS

810 mm (31.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1545 mm (60.8 inches)
Fuel capacity – reserve 19 l (5 gallon US)
Dry weight 273 kg (601.9 pounds)