Goldwing

The horizontally-opposed, 1,833cc six-cylinder engine punches out an arm-tugging 170Nm of torque @ 5,500rpm – it's the heart of the Honda Goldwing. The Goldwing’s engine uses four-valve, Unicam® cylinder head design. That improves engine performance and power, and also contributes to the engine’s weight reduction from its previous generation. The four-valve per cylinder design is also a big part of the Gold Wing’s superior fuel efficiency.

The Goldwing is available with a revolutionary 7-Speed Automatic DCT. The shifts in this version are faster and smoother than ever and the overdrive seventh gear is perfect for highway cruising.

Want a manual transmission? The Goldwing Tour offers the best conventional gearbox in Goldwing history. Case in point: an overdrive sixth gear so highway cruising is smoother than ever.

We’ve given our manual-transmission Goldwing a slipper clutch, just like our premium sportbikes. It only makes sense—the 1833cc engine delivers tons of power and the new chassis lets you ride this Goldwing like a sportbike. Twisty roads? Bring ’em on!

You may think this is just for cosmetics, but on a hot day single-wall exhaust pipes can throw off a lot of heat. The Goldwing’s twin-wall design keeps things cooler. Plus, this is the best sounding Goldwing we’ve ever built!

The Goldwing is light and fuel efficient, but its weight is just the start. Combined with the bike’s engine, intake system and four-valve design, fuel economy is up 22 percent from the previous generation. Want to really squeeze the last mile out of every drop? Try the “Econ” ride mode setting. *Honda's fuel economy estimates are based on EPA exhaust emission measurement test procedures and are intended for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you ride, how you maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, installation of accessories, cargo, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.

All Goldwings with DCT transmissions feature “Walking Mode,” which lets you creep forward under power at a walking pace. Think how easy it will be to get in and out of tight parking spots with a fully loaded bike.

The Goldwing was one of the first touring bikes to offer Cruise Control and with our stellar throttle-by-wire system, it’s better than ever.

One glance and your attention will immediately go to the Goldwing’s radical, Honda-engineered double-wishbone front suspension. The innovative design changes the path the wheel travels through the suspension stroke and that lets us move both the engine and the rider/passenger closer to the front wheel. You get more room, and stellar handling. The light, all-aluminium die-cast beam frame provides confidence-inspiring stability with geometry that delivers agile handling and that double wishbone suspension system is responsible for supple bump absorption and sharp steering accuracy.

This latest generation all-aluminium frame is significantly lighter and more compact than previous editions. State-of-the-art die-casting lets us fine-tune chassis rigidity, giving you both a smooth ride and precise handling.

Using our proprietary single-sided Pro Arm® design, the aluminium swingarm still houses the Goldwing’s shaft drive. The swingarm links to the frame using a patented pivot structure that both increases stiffness and reduces weight. You get responsive handling and a smoother ride.

Have to make a hard stop, fully loaded and two up? All of our Goldwing’s are equipped with combined anti-lock brakes for excellent stopping power under a wide variety of road and traction conditions.

Goldwing engines offer a wide range of user-friendly power and you can even choose between four ride modes (Tour, Sport, Rain, and Econ). Each mode varies power output depending on the mode selected. On the Goldwing Tour models, it also changes suspension damping and the shift points on the DCT models.

It’s not just how much a motorcycle weighs; it’s how it distributes that weight. Thanks to their horizontally opposed engines, Goldwing’s have always offered a low centre of gravity. That’s a huge benefit in handling and it makes the bike feel lighter and easier to manoeuvre.

The Goldwing Tour model’s suspension features four electronically adjustable modes for varying loads. You can select (1) Rider, (2) Rider with loaded bags, (3) Rider and passenger, and (4) Rider and passenger with loaded bags.

The brake callipers on the Goldwing are mounted similarly to that of our World Champion RC213V MotoGP race bike. Why? The stiffer mounting reduces calliper flex and improves brake power and feel.

On our Goldwing Tour models, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) constantly monitors your bike’s rear-wheel speed, and adjusts torque instantly. It’s a great feature when riding in the rain, on sandy, gritty roads, over wet leaves, or anywhere else where surface conditions can compromise traction.

The throttle-by-wire system enables features like the bike’s four ride modes and our exclusive Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), available on our Goldwing Tour models.

A first for the motorcycle industry! Apple’s CarPlayTM*1 seamlessly integrates your iPhone®*1 into your new Gold Wing. That means you can use your iPhone® to access Apple Maps®, Apple Music®, and other services easily. You’ll have access to weather, playlists and telephone numbers while aboard. Available Bluetooth®*2-enabled wireless headsets let you communicate more easily than ever. And best of all, with more apps available every day, Apple CarPlayTM keeps your bike’s technology and convenience on the cutting edge. *1 Apple CarPlay and iPhone are the trademarks of Apple Inc. *2 For using Apple CarPlay, connection to a commercially available Bluetooth headset is necessary. See owner’s manual for Bluetooth headset requirements.

Your new Goldwing’s audio system is an excellent example of state-of-the-art electronic technology. In addition to listening to music, with an available Bluetooth* headset you can make or answer phone calls without taking off your helmet. In addition to a standard USB connector, options include a separate passenger audio control switch, a high-output amplifier and speakers, Sirius XM® satellite radio, a CB radio, and more. Plus, we’ve added a second USB connector in the left saddlebag of all Goldwing models. *See owner’s manual for Bluetooth headset requirements.

You’ll notice a couple of things about the Goldwing’s windscreen. First, it’s electrically controlled, moving both up and down over an 125mm range for the Goldwing Tour models (104mm for the Goldwing) as well as changing its angle as it raises and lowers. Plus, it automatically remembers the last setting. As you sit closer to the windscreen, it has a narrower, lower, more sporting profile, yet still offers excellent protection.

Ever have to scroll through some abstract menu to access a feature on your electronic device? You’ll find plenty of simple, dedicated switches and controls on your Goldwing’s handlebars, ergonomically placed, which give you simple, intuitive control inputs that zero out frustration. There is also a centralized control knob in the console similar to modern autos.

Correct tyre inflation is a necessity for safe, economical motorcycling and it’s especially critical with a touring bike, because of the varying loads. The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) automatically warns you of low tyre pressure on all Goldwing models. On Goldwing Tour models, including a readout of the actual front and rear pressure in PSI is a premium touch.

The Goldwing’s cockpit meters are information central. In addition to the basics like vehicle and engine speed, loading configuration, ride mode, fuel level, engine temperature and dual tripmeters, you can also monitor outside air temperature, cruise control speed, heater levels and even selected apps linked through CarPlay® on an Apple® iPhone®.

Back in the 1980s, the Goldwing was the first bike to introduce full-coverage fairings as original equipment and this latest one is one of our best. It offers excellent wind and weather protection, yet is trimmer and more aerodynamic than our previous models. It also flows more air through refined ducting, helping keep you cooler on hot summer days.

The shorter engine and innovative front suspension let us move the rider farther forward, enhancing the bike’s handling and making you feel more connected to the motorcycle’s steering axis.

All Goldwing’s feature integrated saddlebags, designed to hold enough for most weekend trips. The bags open electronically with the push of a button, and lock and unlock remotely with the smart key. They’re hydraulically damped for smooth operation, too.

Standard equipment on the Goldwing Tour models and available as an accessory on the Goldwing. The combined capacity between the trunk and saddlebag is 110 litres, plenty to hold what you need for a weekend away. Accessories include an integrated brake light, an auto-on interior light and a luggage rack.

By using counterbalancing elements on two axes, Honda’s engineers can cancel out both primary and coupling vibrations from the engine. The result is that we can mount the engine solidly for superior strength and handling, yet you still get an extraordinarily smooth, vibration-free ride.

Part of riding a bike is enjoying the elements, but nobody likes being cold. That’s why the Goldwing’s come equipped with electric heated grips as standard equipment.

Now we’re talking about riding in the lap of luxury (no pun intended). In addition to heated grips, every Goldwing Tour model also comes with heated seats for both you and your passenger.

The seats use a special material that makes it easier to move around, and the front portion of the rider’s seat is narrower, making it easier to reach the ground. The rider can enjoy an optional backrest, and on our Goldwing models without a trunk, there’s also an optional backrest for the passenger.