Honda Gold Wing

The flat-four that became the archetype of the big touring motorcycle.

The tank was a dummy; the fuel lay under the seat. Over the years the Gold Wing grew larger and gained a fairing and luggage.

Materials: Steel frame, water-cooled flat-four engine, shaft drive

Manufacture: Made in Japan and later in Ohio.

The flat engine under the tank.

The drive shaft to the rear wheel.

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