I had a GL1200 Aspencade (85) for years. Nice on the highway, not so much in town. After riding a newer GL, I realized how archaic my 1200 was. The older GL's were good in their day, but I wouldn't want to go back.
Early GL's had stator problems if they were pimped with too many lights. Other than that, I don't recall any issues.
You may want to inquire at the GWRRA forum.
