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scarr:
You do know there is no movie called Spartan. And if you were referring to the movie 300, that movie was shot to capture an event way before the first automobile was built.

Bottom line.

Educate your self properly and stop copy and paste. You are contributing to the stupidity of people.

Spartan (2004 movie starring Val Kilmer)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spartan_(film)

http://m.imdb.com/title/tt0360009/

Spartan is a 2004 American political thriller film written and directed by David Mamet. It features Val Kilmer, Derek Luke, Tia Texada, Ed O'Neill, William H. Macy, and Kristen Bell. It was released in the United States and Canada on 12 March 2004

1984 Honda Gold Wing GL 1200 Aspencade in Spartan (2004 movie)
http://www.imcdb.org/vehicle_112301-Honda-Gold-Wing-GL-1200-1984.html

2012 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 motorcycle.

With electrically assisted reverse gear, cruise control, windshield wiper, a six-speaker audio system with MP3 and iPod connectivity, lugage space, adjustable windscreen, anti-lock braking, satellite navigation and radio, a seatback for pillion rider, and an optional airbag.

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f8/Goldwing1800Japan.jpg/800px-Goldwing1800Japan.jpg

Match?

1990s 2 wheels black Honda Goldwing. Although this is a 1998 bike, the bikes that Nigerian government outriders rode in the late 1980s and early '90s looked like this.

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c2/Honda_Goldwing_GL_1500_SE-US%2C_SC22%2C_1998.jpg/300px-Honda_Goldwing_GL_1500_SE-US%2C_SC22%2C_1998.jpg

There was a day (c1990) that I was stuck in traffic on Awolowo Road. A girl wanted to cross the road, but she was scared. I was getting frustrated because she was standing in front of the car and I didn't want another car to block me when the car ahead of me moved.

Then something spooked her and she suddenly dashed across the road. Immediately after she crossed, something black flew past the car. It was so fast that I only saw something black flash by. It was only after it had gone that I heard its siren. Then, a short time later, a second Goldwing went past. That's when I realised that the flash of black was a Goldwing.

The Honda Goldwing is not a car and it's not a sports bike. It's a touring motorcycle.

This means that it's primarily designed for long journeys. So it's got a bigger fuel tank, bigger back rest, bigger load space than sports bikes and most other motorcycles and it's also got audio systems (radio, CD, MP3, etc).

This is why I used to wonder whether the top three members of the Nigerian regime in the '80s and early '90s (Babangida, Aikhomu and Bali) considered fleeing across state borders if they were attacked, because they were the only ones whose outriders rode Goldwings. Other outriders rode sport bikes or police motorcycles.

AutoJoshNG:
Honda Goldwing three wheeler bike spotted in Lagos. I am sure someone will say this guy must be the Nigerian Terminator.

The Goldwing was first introduced in 1974 but this particular one seems to be the 2006 model GL1800. It has a 1832 cc, six-cylinder fuel injection engine which produces 118 horsepower. This is an amazing bike as it offers comfort, increased safety and adequate storage space. Therefore, several owners like to use it for long distance ride.

With a fuel tank capacity of 6.6 gallons (25 Litres), its fuel consumption is 55 miles per gallon on the highway and 40 miles per gallon in the city. It also comes with a radio and CD player as well as an MP3 port.

Some of theses bikes come with an airbag while some other come with GPS navigation. It can pass for a mini 2 seater car with all these feature.

The Honda Goldwing has also appeared in various movies like Police Academy 6, Spartan, Déjà Vu and Robocop 3.

After all said and done, the only funny thing about this bike is the look of the rear.

Do we have any bike lover in the house? Tell us what you think about the Goldwing.

https://autojosh.com/honda-goldwing-three-wheeler-bike/

Reminds me of the late 1980s/early '90s. The only government officials that were allowed to have Goldwing motorcycles in their motorcades were the president (General Babangida), the Chief of General Staff (Admiral Aikhomu) and the Minister of Defence and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff (General Bali). Their outriders rode black Goldwings. Other government officials had regular army, navy, air force and police BMW motorcycles in their motorcades.

https://www.totalmotorcycle.com/modelhistorytimelines/1990-Honda-GoldWingGL1500a.jpg

daremiarchs:
HBD bro, wish you long life and prosperity,.....

Thanks.

AbuMikey:
Happy Birthday Naptu2.

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avicky:
Naptu2, Ishilove's boo happy birthday. May God bless your new age.

Thanks very much.

Ishilove:
What will I say that I haven't said before?

He is one of the most intelligent, sweetest, most prudent (you refused to give me my baiday present. Issokay. Kwantinue ) people I've been blessed to meet.

Naptu2, Nairaland's resident Walking Encyclopedia, you're my friend, my confidant, my gist mate, my Nairaland leash.

You are one of the best things to have happened to me here and you're one of the few people who truly understand me.

You were there for me when those I counted on disappointed me. You're gift to me.

You're imbued with wisdom, a kind heart and an even temperament. You find delight in the little pleasures life presents everyday.

You are such a wonderful person and my heart is filled with nothing but love for you.

Words are not enough, sweet Naptu2. Words are just not enough

Happy birthday, my handsome darling. Age with grace and may God bless your years with good health and abundance.

Thank you very much

*big hug*

tolor:
happy birthday to the NIA agent on nairaland looking forward to your publications on your active years.

Thanks very much.

HungerBAD:
Naptu the competition.

Happy Birthday Bro.

Competition

Thanks bro.

yokiti:
Happy birthday to our very own encyclopedia whose contributions have impacted many. Many happy returns of this unique day. Wishing you sound health and fulfilment in all your endeavours Age with uncommon grace sir!

Thank you very much.

Ogbeche77:
Happy birthday Oga Naptu2..
May the gods continue to give you more strength & wisdom to bless us with more golden posts & threads..Amin olodumare

Amin. Thanks

raumdeuter:
Naptu we no dey see your threads again

Happy birthday sir

Thank you.