Touring Motorcycles
1983Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing
19 fields on record
The 1983 Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing is a heavyweight touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Its liquid-cooled 1084cc four-cylinder boxer engine delivers smooth power, while shaft drive and plush suspension make it ideal for extended highway cruising. This model established Gold Wing's reputation as the ultimate American touring machine.
- Capacity
- 1084.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 315.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 83.0 HP (61.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A dedicated long-distance highway tourer built for effortless two-up mileage with luggage and smooth shaft-driven cruising.
- Built for
- Serene, refined and unhurried. The liquid-cooled flat-four delivers silky, torquey power for stately, planted highway comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not for off-road, tight city commuting, sporty backroad carving, or riders wanting a light, flickable machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1084.0 ccm
- Power
- 83.0 HP (61.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2635 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 61.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 192.0 km/h (119.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1084 cc | 1084 cc | 1084 cc | 1084 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L | 19 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing?
The 1983 Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing has a Capacity of 1084.0 ccm (66.15 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing have?
The 1983 Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing has a Power of 83.0 HP (61.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing have?
The 1983 Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing weigh?
The 1983 Honda GL 1100 Gold Wing has a Wet weight of 315.0 kg (694.5 pounds).
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