'77 gl1000 new to me!
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gigmaker
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'77 gl1000 new to me!
Greetings from Colorado Springs, CO. I just acquired this darling from an old timer bike mechanic and looking forward to stripping it down.
Nice to meet you all!
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gigmaker
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
I'm wondering what you all would do with it? Side bags are definitely going. New seat maybe?
Fortunately, mechanically it seems perfect. [Knocks wood]
Fortunately, mechanically it seems perfect. [Knocks wood]
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gltriker
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
Welcome!
Timing Belts
Timing Belts
Cliff 
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Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
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RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
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Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM
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previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
)Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST
^^^^^^^click up here^^^^^
RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT
Me Too!!Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM
https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
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ritalz
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
I would ride it for a couple of weeks before making changes. Your ideals may change. Very nice looking bike.
Al
2003 Goldwing Daily Rider
1975 Goldwing 'Max'
1984 Goldwing New Bagger Project
1976 Goldwing 'Grocery Getter' Sold
1985 Goldwing Interstate 'NCC-1985' sold
1981 Silverwing Sold
1982 Goldeing Project Sold
1981 Goldwing Parted Out
1983 Goldwing Project Sold
1973 CB500F Long Gone
1966 CL77 First Street Bike
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2003 Goldwing Daily Rider
1975 Goldwing 'Max'
1984 Goldwing New Bagger Project
1976 Goldwing 'Grocery Getter' Sold
1985 Goldwing Interstate 'NCC-1985' sold
1981 Silverwing Sold
1982 Goldeing Project Sold
1981 Goldwing Parted Out
1983 Goldwing Project Sold
1973 CB500F Long Gone
1966 CL77 First Street Bike
http://www.ngwclub.com/gallery3/index.p ... ans/ritalz
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Track T 2411
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
Welcome from Wisconsin. As Al suggested, ride it for a bit too get a feel for what you want. From the looks of it, the rack/ bags/ back rest and windshield would be easily re-mounted if desired. The seat isn't stock, and original replacements can be pricy. If it's comfy and you like the looks of it keep it.
Cliff's suggestion of changing the timing belts is right on target as well. If you don't know when/ if they've been replaced, do it. You'll get to know the bike a little, and it's cheap insurance on these 'interference' engines.
Cliff's suggestion of changing the timing belts is right on target as well. If you don't know when/ if they've been replaced, do it. You'll get to know the bike a little, and it's cheap insurance on these 'interference' engines.
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
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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.
"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.
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CYBORG
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
Just a thought. You might wnt to turn the fuel off when its parked
1978 custom GL1000
1977 custom with 1200 engine
1985 gl1200
1977 custom with 1200 engine
1985 gl1200
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Re: '77 gl1000 new to me!
Welcome to the ‘Wingdom.
Good info in ShopTalk too …
Gord
Good info in ShopTalk too …
Gord
"I'd rather Ride than Shine"
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
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