Picked up and 82 Goldwing looking for some direction.

NYSpeed Automotive
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I picked this up from my dad. I’ll start with some pictures because, well, everyone loves pictures.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y166/sprfreek/IMG_0136_zps5993e30d.jpg
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http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y166/sprfreek/IMG_0133_zpsf4af9dac.jpg
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I’ve wanted a cruiser and a long distance rider for a bit now. This can fit both roles.
For being an 82 this thing is in great shape. There are a few things I have on my winter to do list just to make it fully reliable. I also plan on having two different setups. An around town striped down version and a long haul setup.

What my real question is: Where the best place(s) to source parts for something this old?
I’ve googled a bunch and there’s really not much out there. I’m just looking for advice from anyone who might know more than I do. Someone to point me in the right direction.

Also, if anyone has a suggestions for styles or pictures of well done ones to get ideas I’m all ears.

I’m planning on a full tear down and inspection of everything this winter before I plan a nice long trip next year.

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Parts unlimited.
EDIT: Good god that is ugly.

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bikebandit is good for oem parts too…

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Bike Bandit was great when I ordered from them.

Dime City Cycles has a great selection as well.

That this is FUGLY, but I see potential. Such a unique looking engine.

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Windscreen, tail section, and exhaust are all coming off this year. lol I like it though.

And thank you so far guys!

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I’m digging this seat and rear section
http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2176/1507890549_0bc7a3299d.jpg

Same PSd with no emblems… I like as well.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2022/1508747956_17043597e2_m.jpg

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Ugly? You guys have no taste. A cherry pre-full-dresser goldwing isn’t ugly, it’s classic.

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+1

But I’ll be right back, let me hit the archives of my blog I know I have some sweet goldwings in there…

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1000000x better

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Cafe Racer style:

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/251473/images/Goldwing-2.jpg
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http://static.flickr.com/4016/5156647098_a4a167af2d.jpg

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/376617_10150970461122987_1239402538_n.jpg

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7kjx5Bj3i1qjobpvo1_500.jpg

http://www.sportbikes.net/forums/attachments/general-sportbikes/167043d1216327506-building-bobber-cafe-racer-normal_menkelwing44_gl1000_sized_a.jpg

Street Tracker Style:

http://motorcyclephotooftheday.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/gold-wing-2.jpg?w=627

http://motorcyclephotooftheday.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/gold-wing-3.jpg?w=917
gold-wing-3.jpg?w=917917×688

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ln5fexwSXe1qjobpvo1_500.jpg

http://thekneeslider.com/images/2010/03/goldwing-finish.jpg

Rat:

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lvjf4yZWEw1qjobpvo1_500.jpg

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltwim2MZyU1qm222to2_1280.jpg

Bobber (not many of these exist, even less that are well done…everyone is afraid of messing with the shaft drive):

http://safe-img02.olx.com.mx/ui/20/33/05/1338429384_363742805_4-honda-GL1100-82-Bobber-Motos-Scooters.jpg

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_SGdg5DAs3lY/SjcP98XOnbI/AAAAAAAAAak/zeY90tf9-HA/HPIM0093.JPG

http://inlinethumb58.webshots.com/40825/2774340900062237293S500x500Q85.jpg

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How old’s your son? The first thing I thought of is that bike is begging for a rear seat backrest, a set of hard bags, and a camping trip with the boy. Might be a few years off though IIRC…

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He’s 3 but this is actually a big thought as well. I also am going to do a full bag setup and meet up with old Army buddies and do a road trip.

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Totally not where you’re trying to go with the project but this is TITS:

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lvjf4yZWEw1qjobpvo1_500.jpg

Also, what sort of amenities does that thing have?

Cupholder? Radio? Heat?.. A/C!!!

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^ yeah that’s one of my favorites. lol

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I would not do it with this bike but I have a deep love of rat style. I would totally rock a bike like that.

And lol… this is bare bones as far as accessories. The full faring optioned out ones come with everything from cassette player and air venting to a built in tire inflator.

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:tup:

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Goldwings are totally beautiful if they’re modified to the point you don’t recognize they’re goldwings anymore

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Newer models have airbags