Honda GL1500-SE GoldWing Page
1998 Honda GoldWing GL1500-SE
The GL-1500 GoldWing is Honda's most popular motorcycle. It came on the scene in 1988 and lasted thru the 2000 model year, for a 13 year reign. The VIN can be found on the right side of the steering head behind the fork. The engine serial number is stamped on the top right side of the crankcase. The final drive serial number is on its case. The thousands upon thousands of them will be around for several decades to come.
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall height ..................................................58.9 inches
Overall length ..................................................103.0 inches
Wheelbase ......................................................66.5 inches
Seat Height .....................................................29.1 inches
Ground Clearance .................................................4.5 inches
Curb Weight .....................................................893 pounds
Maximum GVW ..................................................1135 pounds
Fuel Capacity ....................................................6.4 gallons
Oil Filter ..................... NAPA 1365, Fram PH6017 or Fram PH3593
Oil Capacity ..........................................................3.92 quarts
Coolant Capacity ...................................................4.1 quarts
Spark Plug ....Gap , .031 - .035 .....Champion RA4HC or NGK DPR9EA9
Horsepower ............................................................ 100 hp
Approximate range ................................................ 244 miles
Expected MPG ................................................ 41 to 46 MPG
Top Speed ..........................................................144 mph
Compression Ratio ..................................................... 9.8:1
Cylinder Compression ...........................................185 - 242 psi
Oil Pressure (hot).....................12 psi @ 900 rpm, 60 psi @ 5000 rpm
Idle Speed ........... ......................................800 rpm + - 80
Alternator ......................................13.8 volt, 550 watt, 40 amp
Engine weight ....................................................278 pounds
Engine is a 6 cylinder, 1520 cc, 93 cubic in, water cooled 4 stroke.
Aftermarket Parts for the GL-1500
Oil Filter: Fram # PH3593A or PH6017
Fuel Filter: Fram # G4164 and NAPA # 3033
Air Filter: Sorry I have no info yet on this item.
Brake Pads: EBC # FA124/2 (front) EBC # FA69/3 (rear)
Spark Plugs: Champion # RA8HC and AC # R121XLS
Timing Belts: (2) Gates # T275
Radiator Cap: Stant # 11233
Headlight Bulbs: (2) Phillips Halogen 65/55 watt # 12342/99
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