This is covered in my GL1000 Carb Rebuild Video, but just in case you haven’t made that great investment…
Here’s a photo showing the location of the all-important GL1000 Carb Codes:
Secret Honda GL1000 Ignition Tuning Tip Revealed
If you’ve read deep into this web site, you know by now that I’m “old school” on the subject of GL1000 ignitions. I happen to like old-fashioned breaker points. There are real performance advantages with electronic ignition conversions (like Dyna/S). I’ve run them on several GL1000s without complaint. But, I do field lots of questions from individuals attempting to solve various problems with aftermarket electronic ignitions systems on GL1000s. Often the problem is shoddy wiring of the switched 12V feed which powers these units. Fuses (when used!) sometimes blow without explanation. Sometimes, the “black box” circuitry inside these marvelous devices simply goes “poof.” Electronic ignitions never fail on your driveway. You’re usually at least 50 miles from home and the nearest motel!
OEM GL1000 point assembly (left) and CB450 “Black Bomber” points (right)
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Honda GL1000 Petcock Rebuild and “Retro” Update
You might consider this item. I show how to rebuild the GL1000 petcock in Randakk’s GL1000 Carb Rebuild Video
Randakk’s proprietary petcock rebuild kits are included in GL1000 and GL1100 Master Carb Overhaul Kits and also available separately.
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More On Aftermarket Fuel Filters
Fuel filters are not included in Randakk Master Carb Kits. But, it would be a crime to redo your carbs and not take prudent measures to ensure a pure fuel supply! We recommend the OEM Honda filter as a high quality replacement unit for owners concerned about originality..
For others – we offer the Randakk High Performance Fuel Filter with sizes to fit virtually any carbureted motorcycle. Details here.
Typical EMGO Aftermarket Fuel Filter for Early ‘Wings…not available from Randakk.
2016 AHRMA Race Effort
Become a fan and follow the race season here: Randakk’s Cycle Shakk for Vintage Honda Motorcycle Enthusiasts 
In addition to my primary sponsorship of Dennis Parrish, I’m happy to announce that I will also help sponsor Will Brint’s CBX fielded by Tim’s CBX in AHRMA Vintage Superbike Heavyweight competition this year.
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Honda GL1000 Floats 101
Randakk now offers GL1000 and GL1100 Float Setting gauges. Details here
I show how to set floats in the video: Randakk’s GL1000 Carb Rebuild Video
Note: The procedure for setting the float levels on GL1100 carbs is essentially the same as the one for GL1000 carbs described below. The only difference is that the float level spec for the GL1100 is 15.5 mm instead of 21.0 mm.
Honda GL1000 / GL1100 / GL1200 / CBX / DOHC-4 / CX500 & Variant Performance Parts
Build Sheet Details for Randakk’s Supercharged GL1000. Vintage Honda Performance!
This bike is now owned by a collector in Germany.
Randakk’s RC-003 Supercharged GL1000 …Current Incarnation
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Recommendations for New Owners of a Honda GL1000
Here’s a list of specific recommendations I’d like to share with any new owner of an early Honda GL1000 (1975-1977). These are based on my many years of experience owning, riding, restoring and servicing these bikes. These address frequent questions I get and incorporate preventions for most of the common problems I’ve seen over the years.
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GL1000 VIN Codes, Etc. Explained
Beautiful GL1000 engine restoration by customer Tom Cox of Loveland, Colorado
