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The 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing and 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 both compete in the touring segment, offering riders distinct interpretations of the formula.
The 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing from Japan was powered by a 999cc SOHC flat-4 producing 80hp at 7500rpm. Weighing 265.0kg (584 lbs) and with a seat height of 810mm, it was aimed at touring riders.
The 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 by contrast offered 1188cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 130hp at 9000rpm. Tipping the scales at 265.0kg (584 lbs) with a top speed of 245km/h (152 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1970s bikes from the Japanese superbike revolution are increasingly sought after. Clean, original examples have seen significant value appreciation.
The 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing from Japan was powered by a 999cc SOHC flat-4 producing 80hp at 7500rpm. Weighing 265.0kg (584 lbs) and with a seat height of 810mm, it was aimed at touring riders.
The 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 by contrast offered 1188cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 130hp at 9000rpm. Tipping the scales at 265.0kg (584 lbs) with a top speed of 245km/h (152 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1970s bikes from the Japanese superbike revolution are increasingly sought after. Clean, original examples have seen significant value appreciation.
Specifications Comparison
| 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing | 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 999 cc | 1188 cc |
| Power | 80 hp | 130 hp |
| Torque | 80.0 Nm | 108.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 245 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 265.0 kg | 265.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 289.0 kg | 288.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 810 mm | 800 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 L | 24.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure touring performance, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 has the edge thanks to more power (130hp vs 80hp) and a higher top speed. The 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing, however, excels when long-distance touring with passenger comfort is the priority. For collectors, the 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing commands more attention with a 7/10 collectibility rating.
About the 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing
The 1975 1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing packs a 999cc SOHC flat-4 engine with 80hp into a touring motorcycle package from Honda.
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Born in 1986, the 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 is a 1188cc four-cylinder touring motorcycle producing 130hp from Yamaha.
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