GL1100 Goldwing Double Restoration Movie

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  • Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
  • The Life Story of Lucy, A 1981 Honda GL1100 Goldwing Interstate. See the project that followed this one here, • Honda Valkyrie Interst...

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  • @raccafracca940
    @raccafracca940 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for documenting this journey and allowing me the opportunity to watch it. After 48 years of life, I'm finally now a motorcycle enthusiast and recently became the proud owner of a 1985 Honda Goldwing Interstate 1200. In the short 1.5 years that I've owned it I've taken it on a 1200 mile round trip from Boise, ID, to Portland, OR via Mt. St. Helens. I've never done any restoration work before, but would like to with this bike and give it the TLC it deserves.God bless you and your family.

  • @MichaelLivingston-me
    @MichaelLivingston-me 4 года назад +3

    That's a beautiful work. I just wish my friend (Korean War veteran) was still around to see it. He owned a Honda 1100 Aspencade. I had the 1100 V-Twin. We rode all over Florida together. I'm still around, but I'm the next generation (Vietnam era veteran). Paul began to have problems with the 4 carburetor system and ordered an aftermarket single carburetor system and manifold. While the bike was disassembled, he had to struggle with cancer treatments. For a few years, he was clear, but the treatments and advancing years weakened him. A man that had been riding motorcycles for over 50 years had to give them up. Sadly, the motorcycle never got put back together. Just like a Goldwing, he was greater than the sum of his parts.

  • @andrewstones2921
    @andrewstones2921 11 месяцев назад

    Wow.. what an incredible job, and oh how much better it looked in blue (my opinion). The real winner was the buyer of such a lovingly restored bike.

  • @drewgormley6933
    @drewgormley6933 6 лет назад +14

    I think this is one of the most professionally created walk throughs. Truly enjoyed this sir. Thank you.

  • @garyfriedrick9941
    @garyfriedrick9941 3 года назад

    This gentleman's voice and disposition combined with the narrative of this rebuild-I cannot imagine a more perfect union. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you, Sir.

  • @servicarrider
    @servicarrider 6 лет назад +12

    Movie maker, worlds best voice for narrator, master mechanic, restoration specialist, painter, fabricator, electrician, historian, keeper of the peace (wife). Is there anything that you can't do? Well done. Well done, indeed.

  • @duke3997
    @duke3997 5 лет назад +12

    Great video, I found a 81 myself and fell in love with it, had 36k original miles one owner, it had been sitting for about 8 yrs in its previous owners garage, dusty and. Minor rust, long story short I restored it completely, just as you did enjoyed for 5 years and sold it, I love Honda's, 5 of them, honda sets the standard for durability and dependability, anyways thanks for sharing and always keep 2 wheels down✌

  • @cerealtiller
    @cerealtiller 5 лет назад +2

    All the 4 Cylinder Wings are Beautiful Machines...and the Valkyrie....your Restorations are commendable...and obviously Gave you
    great Pleasure...
    Thank you for this Record of the Painstaking Restoration(s)....

  • @georgecostanza2695
    @georgecostanza2695 4 года назад +1

    Those 1100 and 1200 'Wings are classics definitely worthy of restoration. Glad you got to feeling better and thanks for saving that beauty from the crusher, she looks gorgeous. Great choice in color, mission accomplished in keeping it current, reminds me of HD's battleship gray... if you hadn't said anything, I would never have thought it wasn't professionally painted in a down draft spray booth!!

  • @truthbtold8040
    @truthbtold8040 4 года назад +1

    I have that same exact bike. It was sitting in a Houston motorcycle used bike shop and the owner damn near gave it to me at a price to get it out of the way. No restoration needed. It was a garage kept with less than 70k miles when, I got it 3 years ago. I put a complete Aspencade rear box set on it. Good bike and will roll forever. The only problem was like most of them. Those headers rust out.

  • @stevehutchinson9779
    @stevehutchinson9779 4 года назад

    I just bought a 1983 Honda gl 1100 . Watching this video gives me inspiration. Well done on the video. And awesome songs and voice..

  • @Kevin_747
    @Kevin_747 6 лет назад +4

    I'm new to Goldwings and learning all I can. Your video gave me a great look at how they are built. The next owner got more than a motorcycle from you, he got part of you that will always be part of the bike. Glad you got your dream bike to replace the GW. Great video. Kevin, Louisville,KY.

  • @joshnelson5619
    @joshnelson5619 5 лет назад +5

    You have received a lifetime subscriber. I would LOVE to sit down and talk old goldwings with a beer in hand with you.

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  5 лет назад

      Daddy daughter Garage thanks for the nice comments. I need to do another project and create another new video soon. Lately it’s been transmitters and tower sites, but a new project will come in time.

    • @anonimous2451
      @anonimous2451 4 года назад +1

      @@earcandyengineering6389 Been there too Randy but no longer doing towers and transmitters. Nice story and being as how I live on the East Coast of FL down by your neck o the woods, it would be inspirational to sit and talk if you could find the time. No pressure whatsoever. I want to do this exact thing to my 83 Interstate. My blue of choice is the blue streak pearl from Mopar that has been discontinued lately. Sure do love that color. Not many ol wings were even painted blue. Mine is the Candy Wineberry and I do like it ok. Anyway, Same as Josh, I am a subscriber. Beer, Steak, good ol environment...............something relaxing to pick your brain and discuss Lucy would be entertaining for me.

  • @martinmccann8975
    @martinmccann8975 4 года назад

    I really enjoyed this . Just bought an 83” gl1100 trike looking to be restored so this will be my first real restoration.thanks for uploading this video footage.

  • @davidk1579
    @davidk1579 4 года назад +2

    Great job, my dream bike has always been a older Style Goldwing, well I now am the owner of a 1985 Honda goldwing limited edition 1200cc with a new stater, I always mention that due to it being a bad point of that model. I live in Oregon and plan on doing a long trip that includes FL. To visit family. Who knows maybe we will bump in to each other on the road. God Bless and keep the shinny side up.

  • @billwalker4158
    @billwalker4158 2 года назад +1

    I'm surprised you were able to part with her after putting so much work and love into this bike the new owner is a lucky man

  • @danfarrell8958
    @danfarrell8958 5 лет назад +4

    I had an 83 Goldwing Interstate, loved it, gave it to my son when we moved to Florida, it was a sad sight the next time we saw it. You did a great job, I was always afraid to try and paint mine, it was rootbeer color too.

    • @anonimous2451
      @anonimous2451 4 года назад

      Got one o those, but, it will no longer be Rootbeer Brown. Aspencade turned street fighter and new owner gets pick of color.

  • @joegallagher9654
    @joegallagher9654 11 месяцев назад

    Wow…amazing job….im so impressed…..I wish I knew you personally…..I have an 83 aspencade… I’m orig owner….bike still runs great….. parts are a problem but always find somewhere online used…..having the same bike for 40 years is not the norm but I just could not part with it….. I grew up riding her….i have had other wings during this time including a new 24 automatic I just got 2 weeks ago….but when I get on my 83 I am 25 yrs old again…what a feeling…. Thanks for the video….you were awesome

  • @tennwingman3350
    @tennwingman3350 6 лет назад +1

    Sir, Scooter will surely be missed. He MC'd a couple of events for our GWRRA group here in Tennessee and I had a great time. He was larger than life ! RIP Scooter and enjoy your new WINGS!

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  5 лет назад

      Richard Griffin Scooter and I used to come do dances for Spring Fling in Pigeon Forge. We would bring our smaller bikes and ride all day and then play music for the GWRRA at night. Done of my favorite memories. Scooter on a XL600 and me on an old 1978 Honda Twinstar we had restored. They would fit in the truck and all the sound and lights were in the trailer.

  • @ThrillaPark
    @ThrillaPark 5 лет назад +3

    That was fun. Great job on the bike and storytelling!

  • @mgwgeneral6467
    @mgwgeneral6467 3 года назад

    Nice work! That’s a huge undertaking! I miss mine. But when the kids came along.... well ....... nice work and great entertaining documentary!

  • @eddyraye5825
    @eddyraye5825 5 лет назад +1

    AMAZING BUILD... YOU ARE A REAL PRO AT RESTORATION... GREAT VIDEO TOO... THANKS FOR POSTING...

  • @garrycastle3027
    @garrycastle3027 5 лет назад +3

    Great video. I am also in Kentucky and trying to get the motivation to restore my own 1980 GL 1100 that's been in my garage unused since 2002. I think I
    will start on it.

  • @robheathcote8561
    @robheathcote8561 3 года назад

    absolutly brilliant vid, thank you for sharing

  • @chrisrichardson7217
    @chrisrichardson7217 10 месяцев назад

    What a great story telling voice!

  • @jordanelkins9801
    @jordanelkins9801 5 лет назад +10

    Bravo! I'm restoring my '78 GL1000 and this was a HUGE inspiration! Also, If you aren't narrating for a living, you should look into it. Great job, brother!

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  5 лет назад +4

      I worked on the air in radio for nearly 20 years. I became friends with Scooter Davis in the video while we were working in radio together. I am a engineer now working mostly on tower sites around Nashville TN, but I still do a little voice work for a friends station in Kentucky a couple times a month. Thanks for watching and commenting.

    • @jordanelkins9801
      @jordanelkins9801 5 лет назад

      @@earcandyengineering6389 Haha that's awesome. It sounds like it! Your welcome.

  • @randyking9138
    @randyking9138 4 года назад +6

    I'm still riding my 1980 Goldwing and I was just bouncing around the idea of restoring it as it's starting to look a bit tired, just like it's owner. Might just get to it this year. But I just about cried after I saw the first restoration wasted so badly, however I like the new colour better. Good job.

  • @EpicLEGOmaster
    @EpicLEGOmaster 5 лет назад

    So well told. Thank you for sharing. Wish I could buy you a beer and hear your stories! Peace from across the pond.

  • @sovereignentity4924
    @sovereignentity4924 4 года назад

    Both You Sir & Wife are True Professionals..!
    This video was a true joy to watch...
    Learned to appreciate this specific model bike even more now...
    & May your dear friend who was your inspiration R.I.P...🙏☝️
    This Honda Model seems to have been around quite some and made quite an impression quite a few folk...👍😉🙂🇺🇸🙏

  • @mr2percent4life
    @mr2percent4life 5 лет назад +4

    Fort Walton! That's my hometown. I'll be there on my wing this weekend.

  • @mrkeopele
    @mrkeopele 2 года назад

    nice choices, i cringed at the blue, but when finished TOTALLY SOLD, GREAT JOB!

  • @joemcgraw5529
    @joemcgraw5529 5 лет назад +1

    absolutely beautiful !!! what a nice restoration !!!

  • @susannnnnnnnnnnnnnn
    @susannnnnnnnnnnnnnn 4 года назад

    Brilliant work and saved a great bike twice well done great video

  • @billwalker4158
    @billwalker4158 2 года назад

    Wow great story and you did a great job not once but twice much respect brother

  • @yanscafe
    @yanscafe 6 лет назад +2

    I love your stories on that bike

  • @kiprandom7208
    @kiprandom7208 2 года назад

    Your buddy Scooter is smiling at ya from beyond

  • @soyews
    @soyews 6 лет назад +1

    Nice Video... Repainting my 1980 GL1100 Black with dark cherry flake in the clear coat.

  • @leemcqueen2344
    @leemcqueen2344 6 лет назад +3

    Thinking of buying my first wing, an old gl 1200. I dont know why but i love these old wings.

    • @kylemoseley2239
      @kylemoseley2239 4 года назад

      I have one for sale 85 GL 1200 limited edition one of the first fuel-injected Gold Wings fuel pump went out on it so it's been sitting up for years in a shop

  • @charliewilcher5988
    @charliewilcher5988 5 лет назад +2

    awww that poor bike but hey she went to a great home and had lots of tlc and love great video thank you

  • @663rainmaker
    @663rainmaker 4 года назад

    You encourage and Bless me... I just got two 1984?GL1200 Gopd Wings... sounds like my bikes ! 4-21-2020 Rusty and Dusty ! Two Bikes for the price of one !

  • @thebreadcolonist
    @thebreadcolonist 3 года назад

    Wow man your voice is amazing 👏 hahahaha!! Then the credits roll and you did a bunch of the music too and the restoration was great to watch. Wow I am thoroughly impressed!! Great job!! Also that Valkyrie is awesome too!

  • @sriram2711
    @sriram2711 6 лет назад +8

    This video deserves more views

  • @rockngpa5094
    @rockngpa5094 4 года назад

    Great video and story and thanks for sharing and maybe inspiration for others to do same ...

  • @JohnSmith-yw4bh
    @JohnSmith-yw4bh 4 года назад

    This guy could narrate anything

  • @jacquesmeilleur9650
    @jacquesmeilleur9650 2 года назад

    Now that's a labour of love!!

  • @beardbeardsly2879
    @beardbeardsly2879 2 года назад

    I just bought a 1981 gl1100 today as my first bike. needs some tlc. but im excited to start the restoration process

  • @gnagsaar_
    @gnagsaar_ 5 лет назад +1

    Great story and project!!

  • @jasonpowell92
    @jasonpowell92 3 года назад

    NICE good job top notch work !!!👍🙂🐱

  • @kyles280
    @kyles280 6 лет назад +2

    I love the video! I have to say, seeing all those nuts and bolts in the tray is scary!! 😂👍

    • @isbemorph
      @isbemorph 5 лет назад

      7:06 .. is this for real?? I think this parts must be a satire, like who would remember where do all these bolts go?!?

  • @bobjohnson1818
    @bobjohnson1818 2 года назад

    THANKS! GREAT VIDEO.

  • @hermanrushing9671
    @hermanrushing9671 2 года назад

    I WOULD HAVE LIKED TO SEE MORE OF THE ENGINE WORK : I Picked Up One Recently and I Figured That The Fuel System is Pretty Much Step one. I Want to Get it Running Before I Do Much of Anything Else !

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  2 года назад

      I didn’t do a lot of engine work. Removed the heads for painting. Replaced head gaskets, timing belts, starter and rebuilt carbs. I also replaced clutch on the first restoration. I didn’t replace any rings or bearings inside engine. Never split the engine block. I did a complete overhaul years ago on a 1981 CB 900 custom. I’m not gonna do that again unless I have to.

  • @motorx225
    @motorx225 4 года назад

    First I would like to say I don't know how anyone could give the video a thumbs down. Awesome video sorry about your friend scooter. Great bike great story nice work all the way around.

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  4 года назад +1

      motorx225 There is always one or two. I also wonder if some are accidental. Thanks for watching.

  • @mohammedbahrani2899
    @mohammedbahrani2899 6 лет назад +2

    Will done amazing work 👏👏👏

  • @theriderdtm8650
    @theriderdtm8650 4 года назад

    Good job "Sir"👍👍👍

  • @patrickbodine9252
    @patrickbodine9252 6 лет назад +2

    This is all too familiar to me. I restore old Goldwings as well. Fun stuff! Oh, and I like to ride 'em too!😉

    • @anonimous2451
      @anonimous2451 5 лет назад

      I would love to restore mine, I have a basket case 82 Aspencade and a 83 Interstate. The 83 just needs some TLC and maybe a nice repaint of the Candy Wineberry. I am not afraid of working on it, but, I am nowhere near capable of the knowledge level needed.

  • @zosxavius
    @zosxavius 4 года назад

    Sorry about your friend Scooter man. Beautiful wing!

  • @240zron
    @240zron 6 лет назад +1

    Nice job

  • @mbpplus1811
    @mbpplus1811 4 года назад +1

    Real love.

  • @timojokela4554
    @timojokela4554 4 года назад

    HU hu. What kind passion of that bike.

  • @danfarrell8958
    @danfarrell8958 5 лет назад +1

    1983 is the best year for the gl1100, twin calipers caliper brakes up front, the comstar wheels are replaced with a one piece cast wheels. The foot brake is linked with one front caliper and rear brake.

    • @tomweir3857
      @tomweir3857 5 лет назад

      I agree, 84 on is the hardest to look at but nice to work on

    • @cerealtiller
      @cerealtiller 5 лет назад

      @@tomweir3857 I own an '86 and think it is the best looking model of 'wing......but the '83 1100 is the best wing to ride....

  • @KCostelloe
    @KCostelloe 5 лет назад +1

    You are unbelievable!!

  • @piyushdahiya2430
    @piyushdahiya2430 10 месяцев назад

    Amazing

  • @jessebell1775
    @jessebell1775 4 года назад

    dude i love the music

  • @jasonpowell92
    @jasonpowell92 3 года назад

    Talent

  • @ronwoudenberg2294
    @ronwoudenberg2294 5 лет назад

    The GL1100 was one of Honda's better bikes. My '82 never missed a beat. Bulletproof over many high-speed miles on the Interstate as well as scraping floorboards on the Tail of the Dragon.

  • @jseden
    @jseden 3 года назад +1

    Great looking bike! I recently found myself a cheap running and titled 81 gl1100 that I've been getting back to road Worthy condition. Not interested in a full restoration yet, just a cheap, reliable long distance Machine.

  • @scottgarner7290
    @scottgarner7290 2 года назад +1

    many will see this as genius, me included

  • @robertharrison4311
    @robertharrison4311 4 года назад +1

    Basket case Gl1100
    Is my new jig saw bike

  • @lifeistoshortgottobeoptimi8707
    @lifeistoshortgottobeoptimi8707 2 года назад

    Awesome

  • @alex-thangnguyen2746
    @alex-thangnguyen2746 3 года назад

    I think 1999 is the first restoration I have seen on this motorcycle on the internet. However, someone may have done some work prior to that date.

  • @MarcoMartinez-ck9vq
    @MarcoMartinez-ck9vq 3 года назад

    I just found one posted for 600.00 with clean title and everything. Needs a little love but is all there. Good deal or? Iv been wondering what it would look like cafe style. Any ideas? Would it look good or is a bust!

  • @SteveB-hy2ci
    @SteveB-hy2ci 5 месяцев назад

    Marty stoffers "wild goldwings"

  • @gooptroop124
    @gooptroop124 2 года назад

    Any insight on the carburetor success? What manual/info source did you use to guide you through assembly? I have an '83 Interstate and it'll run if I have the throttle engaged but it won't idle. Do I need to have the air intake completely installed on the carb? I kept the air intake filter box off to more easily remove the carb.

  • @anonimous2451
    @anonimous2451 3 года назад +1

    oh mannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn, I can do a lot to a motorcycle but splitting the case is out of my comfort zone by a long way. ever think about a side hustle? on this engine rebuild is remarkably well done..... but the parts are not as easy to come by when you do this.

  • @kyles280
    @kyles280 4 года назад +1

    Great video! How much did the project cost? I also have one I’m going to start on

  • @joemcgraw5529
    @joemcgraw5529 5 лет назад

    I have a 86 interstate it has been sitting in our garage for 12 years ,it hasnt been started in 10 years i know ,I was told that the seals and gaskets are more likely dried up ,my question is do you think it worth trying to get it running again I do have mechanical abilities and have had motor bikes most of my life ,this bike was my wifes fathers anyways im thinking of draining the oil changing plugs and maybe a few drops of oil down the spark plugs holes ,is there anything you can think of that really needs to be checked before I try to start it ?

  • @kevnjeanne
    @kevnjeanne 4 года назад

    I'll bet you wish you had stored that beautiful machine indoors and covered it ? I have always treated my Wings like they are precious gems.

  • @tommerson5121
    @tommerson5121 Год назад

    Beautiful job. How did you get the engine cases so shiny?

  • @thegaff1888
    @thegaff1888 3 года назад

    Really enjoyed your videos. What are you up to these days?

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  3 года назад

      I am the Director of Engineering for a Radio Broadcasting company. I fix transmitters, audio equipment, some computer work and the occasional broken toilet. I still have the 2001 Valkyrie Interstate. The video for that and the sound system are on this channel. Because of work, the Valkyrie has been neglected. I just ordered a new battery, choke cable and new rear drive seals. I still have to order a new rear tire. I am also going to redo the sound system again. One of the amps has a bad switch so it’s a good excuse to build something new. I am weird I guess. I enjoy working on it about as much as riding it since my best friend and riding partner passed away a few years back. He left me his 1989 Goldwing. It has 185,000 miles and is still 7 hours away in the town I moved from in March. My wife and I along with another couple are driving to pick it up next weekend.

    • @thegaff1888
      @thegaff1888 3 года назад

      @@earcandyengineering6389 thanks for the update! Maybe another vid of the valk and the work you do on it? I too have an '89 wing and two '81s. I love them and enjoy the work as much as the ride as well, but my wife wishes I'd just have one. She's probably right. Lol. Anyway, I'm subscribed and would love little updates here and there. You're a very interesting guy with a golden voice. Cheers!
      Barry

  • @cavebeastdemon3631
    @cavebeastdemon3631 5 лет назад

    Same thing, except 2003 VTX 1800 bought new. I am just finishing it up.

  • @hermanrushing9671
    @hermanrushing9671 2 года назад

    SWEEET !

  • @daiburt1833
    @daiburt1833 4 года назад

    I'm sorry you lost you're friend but that bike is a fitting tribute to his memory

  • @jered2177
    @jered2177 6 лет назад +1

    Great video,are you still in FWB?

  • @nolanmods7172
    @nolanmods7172 6 лет назад +1

    I was sad for you that you had to get rid of her!!

  • @rotax636nut5
    @rotax636nut5 5 лет назад

    You are just like me

  • @ACoustaDC
    @ACoustaDC 4 года назад

    What.... No wheelie shot?

  • @andrei_vrn
    @andrei_vrn 5 лет назад

    Три жизни

  • @JSAFIXIT
    @JSAFIXIT 5 лет назад +1

    I never understand how people can take all of the nuts and bolts in a bucket, then get them all back where they belong.

    • @earcandyengineering6389
      @earcandyengineering6389  5 лет назад

      Once in a while you have an extra or one you can’t find. So many are the same and others are unique. It takes a minute and I sort them by section.

  • @peter455sd
    @peter455sd 2 года назад

    It looked nice,before...

  • @rubo1964
    @rubo1964 4 года назад

    great video.Looking to buy one of those old wings.Please next time use a face mask when painting.

  • @Tigerfire75
    @Tigerfire75 2 года назад

    You got rid of the wrong bike in my opinion but I understand why.

  • @janstolk486
    @janstolk486 4 года назад

    Nice video , just the music is so laud !