Honda GL500 Silver Wing (1981-82)

The Honda GL500 Silver Wing Interstate was produced in 1981-82 and had a four-stroke, longitudinal 800 V-twin engine with a capacity of 496.8 cc. It had a compression ratio of 10.0:1 and was liquid-cooled with induction coming from two Keihin carbs. The bike had an electric starter and a maximum power of 37.3 kW at 9000 rpm. The 5-speed transmission and shaft final drive made for a smooth ride. The front suspension was telescopic with coil spring air assistance and the rear suspension used a swing arm compound linkage to a single shock. The braking system had two 240mm discs with two piston calipers in the front and a drum brake in the rear. The wet weight of the bike was 240 kg with a fuel capacity of 17.5 L and a reserve of 2.6L. It had a top speed of 175.4 km/h and an average fuel consumption rate of 5.1 L/100 km. Additionally, the bike could go from 100 km/h to 0 in 44.2m and had a standing 1/4 mile time of 15.0 seconds. Overall, the Honda GL500 Silver Wing Interstate proved to be a reliable and comfortable touring bike.

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Make Model: Honda GL 500 Silver Wing Interstate