1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

From basic novice to the hard core cutomizing. Sharing tips, tricks and knowledge. Feel
free to ask question or give us your "2 cents".

Moderators: sunnbobb, Neil, Forum Moderators

Post Reply
User avatar
wingrider
SUPER BIKER!!!!
SUPER BIKER!!!!
Posts: 3724
Joined: Thu May 24, 2012 12:15 pm
Location: Maple Lake, MN USA

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#136

Post by wingrider »

Congrats on BOTM! Very nicely done!
2002 1800 Wing
2001 Valkyrie Interstate
1978 1200 EFI Wing with Motorvation Coupe Royale sidecar
1977 1200 Wing cafe/bobber project
1974 Suzuki GT550
User avatar
Wolfie666
Chrome Member
Chrome Member
Posts: 131
Joined: Mon Aug 05, 2013 1:45 pm
Location: Bridgeville PA 15017

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#137

Post by Wolfie666 »

DUGG wrote:Congrats on Botm, excellent job.
Thank you, it was a long year in the making!
.
Don't take life seriously,
You will never get out alive!
.
User avatar
Track T 2411
Honored Life Member
Honored Life Member
Posts: 8482
Joined: Thu May 29, 2008 9:37 pm
My Album: http://www.ngwclub.com/gallery/v/wingmans/Track+T+2411/
Location: Prairie du Sac Wisconsin

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#138

Post by Track T 2411 »

Congrats on a great looking BOTM!
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow

"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown

Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!

Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!

In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
User avatar
Wolfie666
Chrome Member
Chrome Member
Posts: 131
Joined: Mon Aug 05, 2013 1:45 pm
Location: Bridgeville PA 15017

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#139

Post by Wolfie666 »

Track T 2411 wrote:Congrats on a great looking BOTM!
Thank you!
.
Don't take life seriously,
You will never get out alive!
.
User avatar
CrazyJerry
Titanium Member
Titanium Member
Posts: 338
Joined: Sun Aug 19, 2018 7:09 pm

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#140

Post by CrazyJerry »

Congratulation on BOTM - she looks good!
-
~CrazyJerry~
User avatar
Patriccio
Silver Member
Silver Member
Posts: 984
Joined: Thu Mar 07, 2013 3:57 pm
Location: San Diego, Ca.

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#141

Post by Patriccio »

Very nice work.
Dude! I just checked this build. Looks like you live just a few miles from where I grew up. Bridgeville isn't far from my neighborhood of Oakwood. It's near Noblestown Road & Durbin St. 15205.
Next time I'm in Pgh, I'll look you up.
Congrats.
If there is one thing I have learned throughout this process it is this: Check your respirator for spiders before you put it on.
User avatar
tomk1960
Gold Member
Gold Member
Posts: 1001
Joined: Wed Aug 17, 2011 8:54 am
Location: Worcester, MA

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#142

Post by tomk1960 »

My hat is off to you - very impressive work from start to finish. As restorers, we all have a few "specialty" skills, but you seem to have mastered every one that's needed to do a job like this. Now THAT is impressive! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
1986 VFR750F Interceptor
1983 Honda CB1100F Super Sport - Red 1123 Resto-Mod
1978 Honda GL1000
User avatar
Wolfie666
Chrome Member
Chrome Member
Posts: 131
Joined: Mon Aug 05, 2013 1:45 pm
Location: Bridgeville PA 15017

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#143

Post by Wolfie666 »

OK, time for an update on the Wing...
Got it running in May...
Not bashing anyone or anything, but just telling it like it is...
I had purchased a C5 Ignition system for the wing, and 1 for my CB750...
I had purchased a Motogadjet M-unit for the wing, as well as my CB750, and also for my 2000 Wing.
The C5 unit for the build was bought awhile ago as I always try to get all my parts well in advance.
So... a few hundred miles later...
The ignition unit DIES. A long "chat" with both Pail, and the C5 people, and they keep insisting I wired it wrong because the units NEVER go bad. So after finally convincing them that the unit was indeed junk, they offered me a deal on a replacement part... AT FULL retail. Nice guys! So anyway, I modified the one from the 750, and it is still working.
Then the following month, the headlights and turn signals started randomly blinking... turns out the M-Unit dies as well.
They also offered me a deal... HAHA... So I pulled the one off the 750 as well...
At this point I was so disgusted I went and ordered a Harley Low Rider...
So, here it is, 3 months later and the Red Wing is running as good as it was the beginning of May.
I'll say this... as much as the new computerized components sound, I'll stick to the old method of things!
and... My 2019 Harley Low Rider is running perfect... except waiting to toss in the tune but not wanting to void the warranty just yet!!!
.
Don't take life seriously,
You will never get out alive!
.
User avatar
Rednaxs60
Silver Member
Silver Member
Posts: 974
Joined: Mon Nov 30, 2015 11:14 pm
Location: Victoria, BC, Canada

Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.

#144

Post by Rednaxs60 »

Sorry to hear about your misfortune. The unfortunate issue is that electronics are here to stay and vehicles are getting more and more complicated because of this, and sometimes it is the only option available to us. Had a '65 Plymouth Fury years back, and mentioned to my Father that I would like to put in an aftermarket electronic ignition. He asked why and mentioned that with the old points/condenser setup I could always jury rig and get home, not so with an electronic ignition.

As for warranty and such, car/motorcycle dealerships are bad as well, none want to part with a dime. Many posts about good ones, but there are similar numbers for less than stellar ones.

It is good that you have the bike(s) up and riding again. I enjoyed following your build.

Cheers
"When writing the Story of your life, don't let anyone else hold the pen."

Ernest

1985 GL1200 Limited Edition
2014 Can-Am Spyder RT LE
2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan
1995 GL1500 SE CDN Edition (sold)
2012 Suzuki DL1000 VStrom (sold)
Ontario 1985 GL1200 Limited Edition (sold)
2008 GL1800 (sold)
Post Reply
  • Similar Topics
    Replies
    Views
    Last post

Return to “GoldWing UnderGround CustomiZing”