1975-1979 Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing Shop Manual
Honda GL 1000 technical guide detailing diagnostics, removal sequences, and maintenance for engine, transmission, and drive systems. HC 72459
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Honda Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing
Sub-models / Variants: GL 1000 Ltd
Build Years: 1975–1979
Serial Numbers: HC 72459
Technical Data:
- Engine type: Water-cooled 4-stroke Flat Four
- Displacement: 999 cc (61.0 cu in)
- Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
- Compression pressure (cold): 12 kg/cm² (171 PSI)
- Valve clearance (cold): 0.10 mm (0.004 in)
- Spark plug gap: 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
- Idle speed: 950 ± 100 rpm
- Battery: 12V 20 ampere-hours
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Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing 1975–1979 Service Documentation
- Covers 1975–1979 Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing and GL 1000 Ltd variants, including technical specs for the water-cooled flat-four engine
- Original OEM publication P/N HC 72459, printed 7-78, serves as the definitive reference for this production run
- Contains 80+ detailed technical diagrams, including exploded views of the engine, crankshaft assembly, and cylinder head component identification
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- This official publication provides the factory-standard reference for 1975–1979 Honda GL 1000 maintenance schedules, torque settings, and system-specific adjustments
Manual Content Summary
The 1975–1979 Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing service manual provides a structured overview of maintenance and teardown operations for this specific motorcycle series. Content is divided into 18 chapters, detailing everything from routine tune-ups and cooling system maintenance to major engine top and lower end repairs.
This Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing technical document also explains the, what an OEM service publication covers in depth for professionals and owners. It details transmission, final drive, frame, suspension, brake assembly, and electrical starter system specifications, providing clear factory data for every major component.
Specifications and Technical Highlights
Performance benchmarks include cold compression pressure set at 12 kg/cm² (171 PSI) to indicate optimal internal health. The manual lists carburetor bore sizes at 31 mm to ensure correct fuel mixture during service and tuning operations.
Cylinder head bolt torque values are documented in a multi-stage sequence, with final-stage angles specified in the engine assembly data. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.10 mm in the cylinder head specification table. The Honda GL 1000 Gold Wing 1975–1979 service manual provides essential reference values for maintenance and performance tuning of the iconic water-cooled flat-four drivetrain.
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