How many are not buying but still watching?😮

I’m 60 years old, 5-6”, 150 lbs and can canyon carve and city ride my DCT Goldwing with ease. Fantastic motorcycle.

I have owned this incredible machine since 20. Got it new. in 35 years of riding, the best machine ever. I LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE my DCT. By now, I know how it thinks, how it behaves and she talks to me as I ride. DCT is a smart transmission that learns your riding habits. Honda did a superb job on it. This DCT is not for everyone....period. I will never go back to manual. Honda will never stop the DCT. I am betting on it.

Awesome review! I have a 2023 Honda GL1800 now three months. I absolutely love my motorcycle. I have so much fun on it and it’s so amazing.

Love mine. Took it to the Pyrenees, was never slower than other bikes in the windy bits, the drag there was so easy, and the brakes are simply stunning. Keeper.

My friend bought this model and rode it for 20,000 miles, before trading it for a Triumph Tiger 1200. Now, every time we ride, he comments on how much he misses the GoldWing. It had a lot more wind protection, comfort and tech. For a tourer, it can't be beat.

As usual, your high-spirited review has brought the video to yet another level of excitement. I do own a '22 DCT GW and it is the most comfortable bike for long distance touring hands down. The air pocket where I sit is nicely protected and the protection alleviates the rider from road stress quite a bit. In the front, if you do want some wind, you can pop up the air-vent foil (on the top of the dash) to direct a gentle amount of wind into your face. Besides the joy of riding provided by the linear torque, the flat-6 does protrude out slightly and prevents me from too much leaning when negotiating curves.

I test rode this in 2018 when it first came out. I'm a shorter guy with the inseam of a Hobbit. it was extremely manageable and has only gotten better in the past few years. Had a 2014 CTX700 dct. It was fine, but he DCT was a bit rough, and the bike was underpowered for it's weight. The goldwing took all the lessons there and made it great. I did end up getting the rebel 1100 DCT in the interim (until I win the lottery or whatnot). The DCT on it is excellent, and the manual versions do really well too.

Told you it was good - spot on review!!

Thanks for the review, love this mo’er cycle. Can’t wait till I can twist the thro’l.

There's lots to like about the new Goldwing, but it's not for everyone. 800+ lbs is a lot, even if much of it is down low. Also there's lots of great bikes out there for much less cost. I own a BMW R-1150-RS which can best be described as a Sport-Tourer. It has a quarter-fairing that isn't so massive that I can't lower the windscreen to increase the breeze on a hot day. I have BMW System Cases that carry a lot, but are readily removable for when they're not needed. ABS with Linked solenoid assisted brakes have always provided more braking than I've ever needed. It's seat is height-adjustable and comfortable for all-day rides. At 545 lbs it handles well on twisting back roads, and the motor has plenty of torque and HP. I bought it for $5,500 Cdn used 3 years ago with super low mileage. (This is my second R-1150-RS). It's been totally reliable, and easy to do all the routine maintenance on. The newer BMW's offer lots of options such as quick shifting transmissions and shift-cam engines, typically for significantly less than a Goldwing, unless you opt for their 6-cyinder models. Point is there's lots of great options that can bring you joy, whether its backroad blasting, or crossing the continent.

Love my 22 Ultra Blue DCT Tour Airbag. The Lexus of motorcycles. Gets up and goes from the stop. Sport mode is another level. It’s a big bike. But it’s really grand.

I had got the 2024 Goldwing Tour have had it 3 weeks and the past few days been too cold to ride. but its worth the Price

Great video lots of great informative points.

I LOVEEEEEE my GL Tour 2022 Manuel. It's just amazing.

Great review. I have the 2023 DCT Tour. Minor note there is a Goldstrike riding peg that sits in a great spot for long legs. You're right about the weight all sitting super low; incredible how manageable it is for the weight. I'd also highlight how dramatic a change the riding modes are with the DCT. In Sport it stays low in the gears and high in the revs way longer than you'd anticipate and really wants to run.

*"The Beast."* waiting for the next stem to stern re-do especially as how great the last time this was done how well executed upon.

I’ve been riding for many years on many bikes. One thing I’ve learned about using DCT (Africa Twin) is that’s it’s a Dual Clutch Transmission, not an automatic. Using it to its full potential requires experience and skills that are unique and dissimilar to the typical automatic in a car. It would be interesting to hear if others feel the same.

I'm a long time GW owner of the previous model. Can't wait to upgrade to this latest model. Saving up for it because yes, it's pricy.. but also definitely worth it. 15 years on V-twin cruisers before I went to the GW and these Hondas are just so comfortable with the performance I don't miss the V-twin as much. Go and ride one and you'll see. But the BIG difference is in any distance ride. Vastly reduced riding fatigue.

looks more integrated than version before, love it

Nice video keep up the good work

I mean, what's not to like? My first bike was a 1978 GL1000 and boy did I love it.

Loved it thanks 🥰😍

I have the 2021 Goldwing Tour DCT and it is a fantastic bike. This is the bike I use for long distance travel and it is very comfortable. I camp send I get all the gear I need in the top box and side boxes. Two negatives are range and CarPlays inability to work without a helmet comm. I use a comm so that’s not the problem but on long rides the battery dies and then CarPlay fails. I also have the 2021 GS Adventure and its tank capacity is fantastic. I would love the gauge to be all digital. Analog is useless anymore.

I pull a massive camper with mine and outran a Harley while doing it. This thing is awesome. I also have a R1250GS, but for trips over 100 miles or with my wife, it's the Goldwing!

How beautifull is goldwing without that tower on the rear.

Great review, interesting comment on test riding a Goldwing , as a K1600GT owner I seriously considered purchasing a Goldwing DCT however locating a Honda dealer who actually has a DCT equipped Wing I could test ride has proved to be extremely difficult (if not impossible), I even contacted Honda UK and asked for their assistance in locating a dealer who had a DCT Wing I could road test, they didn't even bother replying, so have now abandoned the idea which is a shame as I really quite like the idea of owning a DCT equipped Wing.

Absolute beast of a bike, If you enjoy riding at speed, mine is manual, reviewer is spot on.... If all out comfort is a priority you will need to get a better seat. and some foot pegs. Year 2 for me and 6K later.

Every bike has its pluses and minuses. The goldwing dct is no exception. Unbelievable comfort and technology that comes to forefront especially on trips. Going for a morning coffee or going around cones in a parking lot are IMO two of its compromises.

Would like to own the newest gen Wing but oh the $'s. Appreciated your review!!!

On the DCT: it is brilliant but takes a lot of practice to master on a bike this size. Rain mode for in town and slow speed gives you the finesse to feel confident. If you do a test ride in Sport mode you may miss experiencing what is an exceptional motorbike that doesn't get the credit it deserves for being able to commute and tour all year round, in both comfort and style, with luggage.

First of all get a protection plate for the oil filter stud on the gearbox. The casting is really thin there, and a stone shot up by the front wheel will break off the stud, and demand a whole new engine case costing $17,000 to replace... That's the biggest problem with GW from 2018 to 2022...

I like my new goldwing! Good choice

Only Motobo could make me want to actually ride a Goldwing 😅

Very. Nice. Jusr got a 2005. Honda GoldWing. 1800 and love it!! Alan. From. Iowa

We always have our mind on Number 3 😎

The prices of these touring bikes absolutely astound me

There are hwy peg options but not cheap. We’re in the market for a touring bike. Just spent an entire day checking out EVERY brand. Long day but well worth it. Wife’s perspective as the passenger, hands down GW the most comfortable. 6’1” 34” inseam ‘driver’ w/ long arms…bars are WAY forward and WAY low. $800 for new bars will fix the bars issue. Going with the GW.

I plan to buy dc version as my first bike ;)

MB .. what crash helmet is that , you are wearing ? Enjoyed the review ,👍 i would like to see it stacked up against the k1600 GA Bmw.. 😊 Safe riding

The silhouette of engine and chassis looks amazing. I want a naked version

I don't see any changes between my 2018 DCT and the 23 model. The software was upgraded at the last service so am I missing anything else? I personally love the "sled" profile but then I never have a pillion.

I like the speedo and tach being analog gauges with the TFT in the middle. Works for me…but it’s expensive. Guess I’ll keep my 2011 Harley Ultra Ltd.

amen brother i have high way pegs on my 21 wing DCT how you think it compares to bmw k1600 GT ?

I bought a 2019. Driven for two years and I sold it. Very ordinary. The reputation is well established.

Amazing machine. It seems like the 7 speed DCT tour is the way to go. More then enough bike for 300M weekend getaways.

I wonder if you can buy the flat 6 decal that’s on the side of the engine?

I like the Goldwing. I would not buy it, but I like it.

Which Quadlock mount are you using? I've only seen RAM mount hybrids that put the phone way too high.

Great bike, especially ther 'bagger'. I have a proper reverse on my trike, a Can-Am F3-S. I also have four two-wheelers. Ridiculously expensive sunglasses in that advert. Nick J

definitely a reverse mode should always be present in a big bike category, because of there enormous weight not that easy to push back...

In indonesia this goldwing price is around 1 billion rupiah, i wonder how much price of goldwing dct tour if its release in indonesia

Perfect touring bike... Would like to complement my Crossrunner when I tour with wifey

A Honda version of the Tracer 9 GT+ with the DCT would be awesome.

Thank you so much for this video you did. Can you help me get my message below to Honda Motorcycles? Reaching them has proved shockingly impossible for me though I'm still trying. While I'm not yet a GW owner/rider...yet, I'm certainly in love with the GW, especially the DCT-Tour. Recently I've come across two problems that unsuspecting GW riders have been contending with and I want to know if Honda can mitigate these two problems through future design modifications. Problem number one is the eventual premature failure of the DCT clutch system experienced by riders who continuously ride the GW DCT-Tour at low enough speeds to have the clutch engage/disengage (and what lies in between this) actuation repeat itself too frequently to its early destruction. I hope Honda will educate future buyers of the GW DCT-Tour about this type of clutch-wrecking riding style since such damage will not be covered by warranty. What I would like to know as a potential buyer is "Can/will Honda be able to modify the DCT system to overcome this inherent weakness of being overworked at the slow speed regimes involving the engage/disengage engine speeds of 1,000 to 1,500 rpm range (am I correct about that rpm range)?" Problem number two is the premature wearing-out of the front shock absorber's bumper due to how close the shock absorbing strut gets/stays when weight (of rider or more) is placed on the bike...there just isn't any useful strut-travel space left. I see too many complains about the shocks being too soft and hitting the bumper too much, too frequently unless the roads are blemish-free. I'm worried that in my part of the world (Nigeria) where tarred roads of developed urban areas are 90% riddled with bump-rich blemishes and heavy, crawl-pace traffic jams are a daily challenge, owning a GW DCT-Tour will be incredibly costly in terms of repeated front strut bumper and clutch replacements. What is Honda doing about these unresolved issues?

The big question is.. how is the low speed handling/sharp turn maneuvering on a DCT version according the non-DCT version? Did he mention it? If yes, sorry did not pay attention then 😊

I’ve had my 2019 since 2020 and would say you have most correct, I would comment that 220-250 miles is a more realistic regular range, which is what I see from mine The only criticism I can give is the luggage volume for such a large motorcycle and the price, otherwise it’s near on touring perfection. , and easily the finest motorcycle I have ever owned or ridden. Nothing else gets close

here in my country you have to pay USD$95K.. the tax is 200% from the original price so its become so more expensive

The bags/cases are stuck on the bike so you can’t take them into your motel room so naked trips out to the bike to get your clean undies are something you have to get used to

I need to know if anyone knows whether the NeoWing is gonna be made, and made for the US markets.

here in my country, IDR 1.050.000.000 or 62.707 euro only for basic variant 💸

Rear lights from an NSX?

I want a goldwing so bad but I know it will ruin any other motorcycle for me. I've been putting a lot of miles on my ADV390 but I'm always tinkering trying to make it a little more comfortable and suitable for distances

How tall are you? When you're sat on it it doesn't seem the massive bike my mind has made it out to be. I'm 5'10.

I can not believe, how did you manage to get only 200 miles from a fuel tank? What were you doing? Racing at top speed or what? This is a touring bike and if you are riding normally, you can get an easy 300 miles... This is my 3rd Goldwing and this is the most fuel-efficient bike ever made. I've even managed to achieve 3.9 liters per 100km...520 km from a 21-liter tank... Riding this within the speed limit is unmatchable with any bike with half of its engine capacity and weight...

Stretching the legs , killed this bike for me

Where'd you bought your helmet?

21 liters that's turns out to be 5.5 gallons that's a lot for a bike. My 06 SV 650 has a 4.5 gallon tank and I love it and my 2019 grom has 1.45 gallons.

so it's basically honda goldwing or honda civic. the latter has 2 extra wheels for stability and a roof. the first is kinda fun. tough choice.

That blue screen is so "DVD player from early 2000"

I have only been riding for 18 months, but I want to start touring. Am I too green to ride a beast like a Goldwing?

My dream bike..... I don't care what people say... But why Honda not make the new CTX 1300 ????

Great review. We happen to like these bikes alot. ;)

These have been made almost 50 years. You can find them used around $3k too.

How is this bike for short riders? I'm 5'3.5

How you can ride with that helmet I’ve owned ruroc 2/3/4 and all they are crap, never going back to this brand.

That's a bike you buy if you stay at Hilton Hotels when you go touring. Not really a bikers bike. It's a two wheeled cruise liner.

I've owned the GW Tour model for 2 years now. It is the best bike I have ever owned, ride wise... That being said I HATE the DCT and wished I had not purchased the DCT model. A full on Slipper Clutch setup would have been much better. I have wrecked the bike 3 times and all due to no clutch... I have ridden the bike from GA to VT and Back as well as other extended rides. I am so used to the Clutch (and own other bikes) that I am gun shy when it comes to taking out the GW. This DCT is very dangerous IMO... all it takes is a mistake like wanting to rev the engine and your done for. When I come to stops I have to actively remind myself to take my hand off of the throttle... on long rides where you are used to a clutch it is just second nature to pull in that clutch and when it's not there and you are tired... well it's a problem. I've had issues where it jerks when I am slowing down due to bumps or whatever and you speed up as it throws you back in the saddle and there is nothing you can do. Overall bad design.. .there should be a clutch. Second biggest issue with the GW is its AirPlay or Android connectivity.. its garbage... I dont even use it as it requires a headset which I never use. Tried everything to trick it into thinking I had a headset and nothing works. Even tried using a headset and it just connects and then disconnects and then connects again... it's just not worth the aggravation of connecting it to anything.. I just use my phone in a cradle. It's one more thing you're going to spend 30 minutes on trying to get working prior to leaving on your trip. Third... It's not as comfortable as everyone says. I'm 5'11" 210lbs. and find on long rides that due to the tilt of the seat my balls are crushed up against the tank and eventually I find myself sitting on them, which is very uncomfortable. If they would have leaned the seat back a little I dont think this would happen. The seat is also not plush or comfy in any way... It's a Motorcycle Seat and your ass is going to get sore after an hour, no matter what. I've watched a ton of videos on replacing the seat and not one has convinced me that a 1 to 2 grand upgrade on the seat is worth it. But like I said, overall it's a great bike and I will probably sell this one and pick up one with a clutch.

song at 00:40?

"Listen to it sing" ... never stops talking..

GoldWing for bikes is what Rolls-Royce is for cars.. no need to explain why or compare it with anything else. When you think of touring bikes, everyone says GoldWing. It's ridiculous to call it a "great touring bike", it''s THE touring bike.

Steady manageable creep. Think I've been described as that before

I thought about getting one of those gold wings Honda won't let you test ride one. So I bought the Harley instead

As an American watching this video it is just stressful seeing you on the opposite side of the road all the time. I keep having to remind myself you are supposed to be there and aren't in danger of being smashed by an oncoming truck at every corner lol

The space on the 2018-2020 is the worst. My aftermarket Givi luggage on my Zero is better. I jumped from 1988 to my 2019 so the power increase was definitely substantial and noticed. But the luggage on the 1500 is like comparing a tugboat to the RMS Titanic.

Bike is great but panniers/hard bags are laughable and seen bigger handbags so bit pathetic for 2 up long tours. Suspension is great but makes the ride a bit stale as it doesn't give the feedback so is trade off for being smooth. On sport mode is good and can hustle along but not impressive if your used to maybe sport tourers. Is a great bike but a bit flat line as does it all good but just a bit vanila or plain I thought. The dash is great though and loads of information and easy to see what you need. I do laugh everytime I think of the pannier bags and trying to get 10 to 14 days worth of touring essentials for 2 people on it though. Honda really dropped the ball with that for me, but each to own :)

Had a 2021 Goldwing Bagger from new, covered 12k miles. I agree slow manoeuvres can be tricky, use rain mode makes it easier. You can do full lock slow turns with it. In sports mode it’s fantastic with 170nm torque at 4800 revs. Off the mark your an feel the front wheel very neatly lift. Not much can keep with it off the mark. I completed Rospa Gold and IAM 1st on this bike so is capable. You can get it over around bends and it is planted. This is a one off bike nothing like it, not even a K1600 which feel agricultural compares to the Wing. I never could see me buying one, but love the bagger version as it’s like a sports tourer. The main grip is no auto suspension available for the bagger version. You need to manually turn the very restrictive pre load by hand that has 34 clicks. Comes standard set to 11 clicks which is for a 11st person I am 15st and got it set to 22 for a more performance setting which doesn’t bottom out over bumps. I am looking for a second bike, my current bike makes it a tough tasks because it’s so good. Safe riding 👍🏼

You missed the rear suspension

Does it come with reverse?

Would love a Goldwing Bagger but at 6'4 with long legs it's impossible to fit on it so I'm going for a Harley Street Glide and you can use the touch screen with gloves on which you can't on the GW.

Just joking good video 😁

Luggage Top case was updated in 2022 not 2021. GPS Sucks, I've replace the factory Windscreen with a F4 Customs Windshield that is far better. The Rest is just superbe. Oh! the lightning on this at night. WOW!

If you can afford it, just get it. The best full size touring bike on the planet, bar none.

it's NOTa big bike. It's HEAVY but not huge in stature. I was surprised. When I sat on it my knees were hitting the fairings in front. Very disappointing as I want a DCT model and there's not much choices out there for automatics.

Do you have to wear a Judge Dredd helmet and practice saying "I am the law'" before riding it? Tis very awesome.

Man I want one so bad.. but what's a kilogram?

Do you get benelli trk 502 in UK

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Its a shame they don't make the ST anymore

Kindly do a review of Ducati Monster 30 Degree Anniversario, if ypu haven't.