New To Me 82 Honda GL500 Silverwing Interstate

[DasUberKraut]

I got this today. Supposedly runs and drives. May need a head gasket and both intake pipes. Otherwise some TLC and it could be a decent rider I think.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w33/Duggalo/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140510_172602_118_zpssgkdm5uz.jpg (http://s172.photobucket.com/user/Duggalo/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140510_172602_118_zpssgkdm5uz.jpg.html)

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w33/Duggalo/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140510_172617_722_zpsynklfdc6.jpg (http://s172.photobucket.com/user/Duggalo/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140510_172617_722_zpsynklfdc6.jpg.html)

[tripledog]

I thought the CX/GL 500/650 bikes were ugly when they were introduced. That was then, but this is now, and now I want one. I love the engine"s configuration and asthetics, liquid cooling, shaft drive, and Comstar wheels. Your bike is a diamond in the ruff, and has survived remarkably well. WAAAYYYY too original and complete to hack up, imho. Totally awesome score!

[DasUberKraut]

Thanks Tripledog.

I also have the passenger seat that mounts where the trunk is and a couple other pieces. The front fairing is smashed on the right side. I may stitch it for now or just remove it until I can fix it properly or replace it. The gas tank is going to need cleaning on the inside. It's been sitting with very little gas in it for a year or so.

[DohcBikes]

Nice bike!

Ive owned several cx500s and i absolutely love them. Tripledogs prolly right about keeping it complete, but i personally love to take weight off of them, it really enhances the performance. For a smaller bike, they ride long distances exceptionally.

Super cool engines, 80 degree OHV v-twin with 4 valve center plug heads. Cant tell you how many times i saw mine go over redline, they will take serious abuse. The engines have been known to last 200,000 miles without a major rebuild.

[tripledog]

Any progress on the mini wing, Uber?

[DasUberKraut]

Mini-Wing! That's awesome. I should put that on the license plate.

I got it sorta running. The carbs need cleaning. I let it get up to running temp a couple times and haven't seen any leaks yet.

I've been a couple hours out of town up North helping a guy remodel a house. Haven't had a chance to wrench on it much.

[tripledog]

It IS a Honda. Once you get it sorted out, it will likely last forever. Just a cool bike! Please keep us in the loop regarding further progress on this machine.

[MidwestATC]

I love my GL. I've had it for over 2 years and have only had to rebuild the carbs and I ride it daily no matter the weather. Not that I have a choice lol. I blew my trucks tranny last winter but I rarely drove it any way. I mean 50 mpg vs 12 is a no brainer lol. Here is a pic of the day I got it.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a211/midwestmk2/377737_10200325182399815_158544731_n.jpg
And the way it sits today.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a211/midwestmk2/image-21.jpg
Home made rear sets,clubman bars, bobbed the rear end abit,and a suzuki rf900 rear shock to replace the blown air shock and sealed the tank. Oh and Just for good measure my dog approves of it as well lol
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a211/midwestmk2/image-14.jpg

[El Camexican]

I was given one once that was not running and ended up selling it once it was road worthy. Never been a Honda fan and when someone called it a "Lady Wing" it's fate was sealed.

PS. Midwest; your dog is bad ass, keep him away from my poodle!