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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 08:15 pm | 1st Post |
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I've found what looks like a pretty good deal on a 93 GL1500SE. It has 104k miles on it, runs well, and everything seems to work. Is there anything I should look for/doublecheck before I pounce? He started out asking 5000, and we're at 3250. Thanks for any advice or opinions!
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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 08:47 pm | 2nd Post |
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If everything is in good nick, other than the odd machine having a (most likely owner induced) 4th gear problem, they are a good machine Whether it is a Interstate, an Aspencade, or a SE will affect the price, Wilton. You don't state which model it is(?)
____________________ Ken - 1992 GL1500 Aspencade - Dorksider # 2 6th Officer/Road Captain - CMC, 034 Cannington Chapter Find your Path and share the Journey! "It's never too early to plan and never too late to go!" - Dusty Boots Hmm ..... wonder where that stretch of blacktop leads to ...... What has Dusty been up to Prevent/Repair those cracked 1500 trunk lids by installing a set of Rudy's Lid Reinforcement Panels to the underside of your trunk lid. |
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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 09:38 pm | 3rd Post |
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Is the rear shock working, ie pressure goes up& down. led display will show its working ok. torn rubber boot. on rear shock. when timing belts wear changed. fork oil, when changed. clutch@ brake flulid leaks. general sound of engine, smoke emmissions.
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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 09:44 pm | 4th Post |
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The big miles wouldn't sway me at that price. Just figure on some repairs along the way. It sounds like a good deal.
____________________ Current bikes 1997 1500 Aspencade 1974 Honda CT 70 Trail bike (3,000 miles). My 1st Past bikes 1977 Honda XL 125 1982 1100 Aspencade (Grey/Silver/Gold) |
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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 09:52 pm | 5th Post |
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I know very little about the 1500, but for that price I would only worry about the big expensive things. There WILL be some issues with it, but if they are small and fairly inexpensive, it's still well worth that. They are selling for $5K here with some issues. The model is not that important to the price with it being that old, but on the other hand you will have to live with, and live without. I would prefer the Interstate, I like my motorcycles without relish, but that's just me. Some things are more important than others. If the air suspension doesn't work, it could be very expensive to fix. Timing belts, engine oil and filter, coolant, brake and clutch fluid etc. I would replace as a matter of course on any used bike. A leak in the brake system, especially the caliper or master cylinder, is usually an easy, cheap, do it yourself repair, but the air suspension is not. Obviously walk away from a bike with internal engine or transmission problems. Those would most likely cost more than you are paying for the bike to repair.
____________________ "New vehicles move the body. Old vehicles move the soul. Vintage forever" "Obsolete does not mean it is not any good, it just means it is not made anymore" "The simpler the better" PGR member since '07 |
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| Posted: Sat Sep 10th, 2011 10:51 pm | 6th Post |
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Thanks, everyone! Dusty, it's an SE, but I see that there are 3 models of those for 93, so I'm not real sure. I rode it about 50 miles, up the mtn to the summit and back down, and noted nothing but sweetness. Very smooth, good power, tracks well with no hands, and it actually feels tight. The guy seems a little strapped for cash, so he's jumping at a quick sale. I think I'll go for it. Anyone in the market for a GL1200?? 
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 01:37 am | 7th Post |
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Well, I did the deal. Luh luh LUV IT!! I now have one wing too many in the garage, unfortunately.
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 01:48 am | 8th Post |
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swampfoxcws wrote: I now have one wing too many in the garage, unfortunately.  I don;t understand?? Goldwing and to many just don't belong in the same sentence. How about some pics of the newest addition?
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 02:23 am | 9th Post |
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swampfoxcws wrote: Well, I did the deal. Luh luh LUV IT!! congrads, Pics of the new girl Naw not to many just need a bigger garage.
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 03:28 am | 10th Post |
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swampfoxcws wrote: Well, I did the deal. Luh luh LUV IT!! Congrats!! I know I like mine!
____________________ Current bikes 1997 1500 Aspencade 1974 Honda CT 70 Trail bike (3,000 miles). My 1st Past bikes 1977 Honda XL 125 1982 1100 Aspencade (Grey/Silver/Gold) |
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 03:34 am | 11th Post |
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Wilton, sounds to me like you made out like gangbusters. Now you know that 1200 will be lonesome if you allow it to leave your garage.  Like in how to get mama to ride it while you ride the 1500. Sounds like a sweet deal to me.
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 04:01 am | 12th Post |
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Be sure to ride the 1200 once in a while. Mine has been sitting for 3 years and I am currently cleaning carbs to get it to run and idle again so I can sell it. Now the clutch doesn't work so I need to address that. The bike ran perfectly when I bought my 1800 but as you know Goldwings do not like to sit around unused. Enjoy your new ride! Don
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 04:53 am | 13th Post |
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Thanks, Y'all! I'll get some pics out soon. I think I'll ebay the 1200. There's no way I'll ever get what it's really worth, but it won't do me any good sitting around. When I had the stator replaced a coupla years ago, we put all new rubber...gaskets, hoses, timing belts, etc, so it's all good. 5500 miles on my road trip this summer without a sputter. After NASSIR this year, just got my heart set on a 1500, and this one fell in my lap. I'm happy!
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 05:04 am | 14th Post |
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I would keep both. They are two different rides. I miss my 1200.
____________________ Mike I finally found out what I want to be when I grow up.........happy 1993 GL1500 Aspencade 1986 GL1200 Aspencade 1985 GL1200 Aspencade 1985 Suzuki Madura 700 1973 Honda 350CB 1965 Honda 50 http://goldwingtech.info http://GLHelpers.com http://SERRASJ.com http://smartlight.rudysproducts.com http://www.iraqwarheroes.org/ |
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 05:07 am | 15th Post |
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let's see a pic of your new ride.
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11th, 2011 08:37 am | 16th Post |
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Congratulations on acquiring the new ride Wilton, wishing you many years of on her. Didn't see it mentioned by anyone else, so one thing to check and keep an eye on is the inner seam of the swinging arm, which can start to rot out and end up requiring replacement. The good news is, that if treated early with a good clean up and liberal applications of silicone, it will go on for donkeys years. Pictures for us pleeeeease and best of luck with the sale of the 1200. I would have thought that a member on here would have wanted to snap it up. 
____________________ Pete http://www.rblr.co.uk '06 GL1800 '77 GL1000 Executive |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12th, 2011 01:42 am | 17th Post |
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 Enjoy the many miles ahead Wilton . I am certain you wont miss the 1200 much (other than at the gas station) .
____________________ Mike You meet the nicest people on a Honda ! 83 Interstate '93 1500 Aspencade , fastest color at night ! some assembley required . Thankyou Brian for the second chance. 94SE 187000 miles |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12th, 2011 03:22 am | 18th Post |
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Sounds like you got a great deal to me. My '93 had 170,000+ miles on it when I got the 1800 bug and was running and handling just like it did when new. No reason to think a reasonably well maintained 'Wing wouldn't go past 200,000 without a hitch if not totally neglected.
____________________ If you can't ride, fly or sail it, why bother? 2001 Goldwing 1800 Paul W. |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12th, 2011 03:28 am | 19th Post |
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Congrats Wilton! I look forward to seeing the pics! John
____________________  Blue 2000 GL1500SE Bought with just under 9000 miles on 08/19/2008 also 84 Aspy 84 Interstate past 86 GL1200 Aspy 84 Standard 87 Interstate 80 Yam Midnight Special 1100 79 Suz SP400 Enduro 72 Honda SL350 81 Honda XR500 |
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12th, 2011 05:16 am | 20th Post |
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Congrats on your new bike. Lets see some pictures of both bikes!!
____________________ 94 Goldwing Interstate. Darkside: Federal FORMOZA FD2 175/60 R16 05 Honda Silverwing 600cc Maxi Scooter Member of the GWRRA (Goldwing Road Riders Association) US Army 1974 - 1977 245th Engineer Det., Leavenworth, KS. |
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