2018 Honda® Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour
Current 2018 Gold Wings in Stock - Subject to Change Without Notice.
For 2018 Honda® has redesigned the Gold Wing to not only satisfy the desires of existing Gold Wing riders, but it also comes with major upgrades that Gold Wing riders have been asking for that should attract many who have never ridden Gold Wings before. With the rise of popularity in the Gold Wing F6B and calls to modernize much of the electronics on both the F6B and the Gold Wing, Honda® has hit one out of the park with its new 2018 Gold Wing lineup.
With the new design comes new names and new classifications. The F6B is now the Gold Wing Standard and the Gold Wing is now the Gold Wing Tour, so make sure you specify which one you are interested in when speaking with a sales professional.
Engine
The Gold Wing's horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine is famously smooth and powerful. Honda® kept that same overall architecture, but it's an all-new 1833cc powerplant for 2018, and over 13 pounds lighter (more than 8 pounds lighter for the DCT versions.)
Transmission
The huge news for 2018. For the first time ever, the Gold Wing is available with a brand new 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. But, if you still prefer a manual transmission, the new Gold Wing offers the best conventional gearbox in Gold Wing history. Case in point: now you get an overdrive sixth gear.
Slipper Clutch
We've given our new Gold Wing's with manual transmissions 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 Gold Wing like a sportbike. Twisty roads? Bring 'em on!
Exhaust Double Wall Pipes
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 new Gold Wing's twin-wall design keeps things cooler. Plus, this is the best sounding Gold Wing we've ever built!
Fuel Efficiency
Because the 2018 Gold Wing is lighter, you'd expect it to be more fuel efficient. But lighter weight is just the start. Combined with the new engine, new intake system, and new four-valve design, estimated fuel economy is up 22 percent.* Want to really squeeze the last mile out of every drop? Try the "Econ" ride mode setting.
Walking Mode
A big leap forward for 2018: The new Gold Wing DCT models 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.
Cruise Control
Of course, the new Gold Wing still features cruise control, and with our new throttle-by-wire system it's better than ever.
Double Wishbone Front Suspension
One look and your eyes will immediately go to the Gold Wing's radical, new 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.
Frame
This latest generation all-aluminum 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.
Swing Arm/ Rear Suspension
Using our proprietary single-sided Pro Arm® design, the aluminum swingarm still houses the Gold Wing's shaft drive. The swingarm links to the frame using a new, patented pivot structure that both increases stiffness and reduces weight. You get responsive handling and a smoother ride.
Anti-Lock Brakes
Have to make a hard stop, fully loaded and two up? All new 2018 Gold Wings are equipped with combined anti-lock brakes for excellent stopping power under a wide variety of road and traction conditions. RIDE MODES Gold Wing engines offer a wide range of user-friendly power, and now 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 Gold Wing Tour models, it also changes suspension damping, and the shift points on the DCT models.
Weight Reduction
Shaving weight on a motorcycle returns all sorts of benefits, from handling to acceleration to just being easier to maneuver around. We didn't just shave ounces or grams with the new Gold Wing. We lopped off pounds - almost 90. The lighter weight absolutely redefines this motorcycle. You thought it was fun to ride on twisty roads before? Wait until you experience this one.
Low Center of Gravity
It's not just how much a motorcycle weighs; it's how it distributes that weight. Thanks to their horizontally opposed engines, Gold Wings have always offered a low center of gravity. The new 2018 Gold Wing offers the lowest center of gravity of any bike in the class. That's a huge benefit in handling, and it makes the bike feel lighter and easier to maneuver.
Radial Front Brake Calipers
The brake calipers on the new Gold Wing are mounted similar to that of our Grand Prix-winning RC213V. Why? The stiffer mounting reduces caliper flex and improves brake power and feel.
Electronic Suspension Preload
The new Gold Wing Tour'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.
Ride Modes
On a Gold Wing Tour Model, when you select a Ride Mode (Touring, Sport, Rain, Econ), in addition to tailoring the engine's power character, the mode choice also changes your damping characteristics, automatically controlling the oil flow in the front and rear shocks. This helps optimize the bike's maneuverability and ride quality.
