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1978 Honda Gold Wing on 2040-motos

US $1,200.00
YearYear:1978 MileageMileage:89 ColorColor: black
Location:

Chatham, Illinois, United States

Chatham, Illinois, United States
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Honda Gold Wing tech info

WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Honda Gold Wing description

 For sale is a 1978 Honda Gold Wing GL1000. I bought it a few months ago and just don't have time to ride it.

New maintenance-free battery, spark plugs, and rear tire. Oil change as soon as I bought it. I also replaced the aftermarket seat with the correct 1978 OEM seat. The brakes work but could probably use some fine tuning. Timing belt cover was off when I bought it. I bought a set of replacement covers but haven't had the time to install them. I'll include the cover set.

Bike starts right up and runs well. Title in hand.
Message with questions.
I'll be around all weekend but after that I won't be in Chatham for about 2 or 3 weeks.

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