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"The Honda Goldwing motorcycle had its debut in 1975, and became one of the most popular
motorcycles in history. Initially intended as a road bike, it started the new trend in "touring bikes". Goldwing is the first
motorcycle with the airbag system available.
(Photo) In 2004, Honda released a "Limited Edition" model, the Valkyrie Rune, complete with 1832cc engine and unique styling. The Valkyrie engine is based on the GoldWing engine, but |
has solid lifters instead of hydraulic lifters, six carbs instead of the GoldWing's two carbs, more aggressive camshafts, free flowing exhaust and altered ignition timimg to increase performance.1988 brought the most changes ever to the Gold Wing. The GL1500 completely outclassed all competition to such a degree that Suzuki (Cavalcade), and Yamaha (Venture XII) abandoned the market segment. Kawasaki was the only competition that remained with the Voyager, until it too was discontinued in 2004. The biggest difference was that the flat-4 engine was replaced with a 1520cc flat-6 engine, though it was still carbureted, Honda did introduce solid state digital ignition. This both increased power, and reduced noise. Honda also enclosed the entire motorcycle in plastic, giving it a seamless appearance.
One major innovation was the addition of a "reverse gear". Because of the size and weight, it was felt that some people would have problems backing it up.
During the first year, only one model was available. In 1990 Honda introduced the SE, which was essentially a cosmetic improvement including things like two-tone paint, a trunk spoiler and some others. In later years more features were added to the SE after criticism that the price premium brought little more than window dressing. In 1990 the Interstate was brought back as a more budget-conscious model."
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