Touring Motorcycles
1988Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing
19 fields on record
The 1988 Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing is a heavyweight touring cruiser designed for long-distance comfort and stability. Its liquid-cooled 1520cc six-cylinder boxer engine delivers smooth, reliable power, while the shaft-drive transmission and substantial weight provide confident highway cruising. This machine is best known for its touring capability, plush ride quality, and exceptional build quality that makes it ideal for riders seeking ultimate two-up road comfort.
- Capacity
- 1520.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 387.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance highway touring in maximum comfort rather than for speed or sporty handling.
- Built for
- A smooth, refined, boxer-six luxury tourer that prioritizes plush comfort, shaft-drive reliability, and effortless cruising over athletic agility.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting a lightweight, nimble bike for tight corners, off-road trails, or aggressive sport riding.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1520.0 ccm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2584 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 71.0 x 64.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- 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
- 184.0 km/h (114.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 130/70-18
- Rear tyre
- 160/80-16
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 | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1520 cc | 1520 cc | 1520 cc | 1520 cc | 1520 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L | 23 L | 23 L | 23 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 1500/6 Gold Wing?
The 1988 Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing has a Capacity of 1520.0 ccm (92.76 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing have?
The 1988 Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing have?
The 1988 Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing weigh?
The 1988 Honda GL 1500/6 Gold Wing has a Wet weight of 387.0 kg (853.2 pounds).
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