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History of the GL-1000
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1975 GL-1000
The original Gold Wing, and a new standard-setter from the
moment it arrived. Long-distance motorcycling would never be the same. Colors:
Candy Red, Candy Blue.
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1976 GL-1000 LTD Edition
Gold Wing enters its second year boasting a special model
dubbed the GL1000 LTD Edition, with Candy Brown paint and gold pinstriping,
special LTD badges, chrome galore and gold spoked wheels. Colors: Candy Red,
Yellow (GL1000).
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1977 GL-1000
Entering its third season, Gold Wing ups the long-haul comfort factor even further,
adding higher handlebars and a plush, contoured dual saddle. Colors: Red,
Black.
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1978 GL-1000
A redesigned exhaust, five-spoke Comstar wheels and a tank-mounted instrument pod highlight
the luxo-tourer as it turns four. Colors: Maroon, Blue, Black.
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1979 GL-1000
Late '70s styling accents include rectangular turn signals and a larger, twin-bulb
taillight. This year also marked the start of Gold Wing manufacturing
in America. Colors: Black, Candy Blue, Candy Burgundy.
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1978 GL-1000 with optional Vetter Touring Package Installed
Craig Vetter created the Goldwing as we know it today with his touring faring and luggage package. The Windjammer seems to be the most popular option but there were multiple versions.
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A much more detailed history can be found on the Classic Wing Club web site.
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This page was last updated: June 7, 2008 at 1:00 Mountain Time
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