| GL500 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Also called | Silver Wing |
| Production | 1981-1982 |
| Successor | GL650 |
| Power | 40 hp |
| Weight | 500 lbs |
| Related | Honda Goldwing |
The Honda GL500 Silver Wing was introduced in 1981 as a smaller, lower powered companion to the Honda GL1000 Gold Wing motorcycle. At 500 pounds and 40 horsepower, it had relatively poor performance and was not a popular model. In 1983 the Honda GL650 was introduced, increasing engine power to 60 horsepower. Sales did not reflect the promising redesign, and the line was subsequently dicontinued in 1984. The brand name was resurrected in 2001 with the Silver Wing scooter.
