1998 Honda Valkyrie
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1998: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2002 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 8 total reports mention: power train.
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Lighting of speedometer/tachometer at night is barely discernible.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-12-01
Design of the speedometer/tachometer are such that it is impossible to read them at dusk or dawn. In bright light they are fine.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-11-26
Tires
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
Suspension
2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and wheel bearing.
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Failure of both rear wheel bearings on my 1998 Honda Valkyrie GL1500CT motorcycle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-19
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 8 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap.
Equipment
1 of 8 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing electrical.
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Under low-light conditions- dusk/dawn, and after dark under certain street lighting, the instruments are unreadable.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-19
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Honda Valkyrie — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Honda Valkyrie reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1998 Honda Valkyrie?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Honda Valkyrie have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.