In 1981 Honda released the GL500 Silverwing, which was a mid-sized touring bike based on the CX500 engine.The GL500 engine was similar to the CX500 engine, but had the more reliable transistorized ignition system, so that the stator could contain only charging windings, and thus put out more power for operating lights and electronic devices commonly added to touring machines.
1979 Honda CX500 Supertanker 72,000 miles. 1983 Honda Gl650I Falcon-killer 80,000 miles. Pictures of my bikes Past and Present. Quick Reference Sheps Forum Supertanker Build Back up Info ⇒ Free Factory Service Manuals ⇐