For the 1978 model year, the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 707.7 lb (321 kg).
Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing is lighter than about 52.1% of 47 Honda touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 707.7 lb (321 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 999 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.41 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 70.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing weight FAQ
How heavy is the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 707.7 lb (321 kg).
Is the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing heavy compared with other Honda touring motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative wet weight is around the 48th percentile among 47 compatible Honda touring motorcycles.
How much does the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.02 US gal (19 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 31.2 lb (14.2 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Honda curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 887.7 lb (402.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How many cc does the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.41 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing compare with the median Honda touring motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 4.4 lb (2 kg) lighter than the compatible median Honda touring motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Honda GL 1000 K 2 Gold Wing feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.