1975 Honda GL1000 Gold Wing
Another win for Honda with this series of touring motorcycles that debuted in 1975. First seen by the public at the International Cologne Motorcycle Show in 1974. The model also made it on the 240 Landmarks of Japanese Automotive Technology list. Honda sold over 640,000 units of the Gold Wing, primarily in the US.
Yamaha TX50
Designed by Yamaha in the early ’70s and sold for three consecutive years from 1972 to 1975. This model was first seen at the International Tokyo Motor Show a few months before its release date and was received well. A known feature of the bike was its smooth handling.