“Honda use a product code in their part numbers to show which motorcycle a part was first used on; here’s a list, starting with those relevant to the Honda CX and GL family. Check it out!”
All of the Honda CX and GL V-twins are liquid cooled, though some have mechanical and some electric fans. Find out more about the entire cooling system here!
The GL500 was released in 1981 as a middleweight touring machine; utilising the TI CX500 power plant, it boasted a
“Need to know more information abotu the front brake master cylinders of the Honda CX and GL V-twin family? Find out here!”
“Here are a few examples of why you should check your CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650 oil pump screens!”
“The stator is often considered one of the weak points of the Honda CX and GL V-twin motors. Here’s how to check a TI stator – applicable to some later CX500s, the GL500 and all 650s.”
“The rear master brake cylinder on the Honda CX500E Sports, CX650E Eurosport, CX500 Turbo and CX650 Turbo can become quite corroded over time or after a long sit – here’s how to disassemble it in preparation for cleaning and rebuilding. Check it out!”
“Wanting to know more about the exhaust setup of the Honda CX and GL twisted twins? Check out our infopic here!”
“When should you replace your Honda CX500’s front springs? Click here to find the specs.”
“Wondering what the best way to remove the crusty old engine gaskets from your Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650 is? Find out here!”