Honda GL400 Goldwing (1978-79)

The Honda GL 400 is a motorcycle model produced in 1978-79. It is equipped with a longitudinal 80-degree V-twin four-stroke engine, liquid cooling, and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. The carburetor induction system and transistor ignition contribute to its electric starting power, which reaches a maximum of 40hp or 29.8kW at 9,500rpm. The bike’s transmission is five-speed, and final drive is by chain.

Front suspension is telescopic forks, while dual shocks comprise the rear suspension. Braking systems include a single 275mm disc and one piston caliper at the front and drum brakes at the rear, and it is equipped with 3.50S19-4PR and 3.75S18-4PR front and rear tyres, respectively.

The motorcycle weighs approximately 200kg (440.9 lbs) and can carry 18 litres (4.8 US gal) of fuel.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda GL 400

Year: 1978-79

Engine: Four stroke, longitudinal 80 degrees V-twin cylinder, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods

Capacity: 396

Bore x Stroke: 73 47.4 mm

Cooling System: Liquid cooled

Compression Ratio: 10.0:1

Induction: Carburetor

Ignition: Transistor

Starting: Electric

Max Power: 40 hp / 29.8 kW @ 9500 rpm

Max Torque: 32 Nm / 23.6 ft. lbs @ 7500 rpm

Transmission: 5 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Front Suspension: Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Dual chocks

Front Brakes: Single 275 mmdisc 1 piston caliper

Rear Brakes: Drum

Front Tyre: 3.50S19-4PR

Rear Tyre: 3.75S18-4PR

Dry Weight: 200 kg / 440.9 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres / 4.8 US gal