Honda GL500

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GL500
Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Silver Wing
Production	1981–1982
Successor	GL650
Class	cruiser/tourer
Engine	495cc
Power	40 hp (30 kW)
Transmission	5 speed
Suspension	air front and back
Weight	500 lb (227 kg)
Fuel capacity	5 gal
Related	Honda CX series, Honda Goldwing

The Honda GL500 Silver Wing was introduced in 1981 as a smaller, lower powered companion to the Honda GL1000 Gold Wing motorcycle, sister motorcycle would be the CX500. At 500 lb (227 kg) and 40 hp (30 kW), it had relatively poor performance and was not a popular model. In 1983 the Honda GL650 was introduced, increasing engine power to 60 hp (45 kW). Sales did not reflect the promising redesign, and the line was subsequently discontinued in 1984.

The brand name was resurrected in 2001 with the Silver Wing scooter.