I sometimes go for 6th also but it is not needed at all. I agree 5th is more flexible and can be used for anything from 40 through wide open. I think we would miss the extra punch when passing at highway speeds that 5th can offer over a 6th highway gear. I love the acceleration that 5th has and I think it is a safety issue for instant lane positioning without downshifting.
Steve
People think I am joking but I believe (know) it is truly a safety issue not to have all the power we need!!!
I seriously think it would be fine with a 6th gear. Besides, the talk of a new one with a 6 speed tranny is also including a new supposed powerplant if the rumor is true.Originally Posted by stevenolts
"Go sell crazy somewhere else, we're all stocked up"
More "intentionally leaked" info on the new Goldwing. The top half is someone's question/comments. The bottom half is the leaker's response. Have fun reading!
1. I think it would be nice to have some of the "modern" electronics
that my car and even truck have, I do like the reliability of the motor on the current wings.
2. If a smaller motor was used
that would be okay with me as an engine the same size that is in my car,
seems over kill on a motorcycle
3. Don't get me wrong, I like the motor but do I NEED the motor to be that big? probably not.
4. I do tow a trailer at times, so I would still want that capability in a newer wing
5. I do not plan to hold my breath waiting on the new version.
6. I did like the electronic windshield
on my BMW RT1100R, that -
7. and the suspension.
1. Honda addressed that.
2. Honda made it smaller in size ,but with more torque.
3. More power is always better (If one knows how to apply it)
4. You'll need a trailer. (The trunk and bags got a severe weight reduction= Smaller cubic storage capacity)
5. As was told, They are pushing for a release ASAP. (I'm hoping for end of year or sooner?)
6. They listened.
7. Suspension is great right out of the box. (It isn't antique anymore-forks are gone)
Albuquerque, NM
More "intentionally leaked" info on the new Goldwing. The top half is someone's question/comments. The bottom half is the leaker's response. Have fun reading!
1. I think it would be nice to have some of the "modern" electronics
that my car and even truck have, I do like the reliability of the motor on the current wings.
2. If a smaller motor was used
that would be okay with me as an engine the same size that is in my car,
seems over kill on a motorcycle
3. Don't get me wrong, I like the motor but do I NEED the motor to be that big? probably not.
4. I do tow a trailer at times, so I would still want that capability in a newer wing
5. I do not plan to hold my breath waiting on the new version.
6. I did like the electronic windshield
on my BMW RT1100R, that -
7. and the suspension.
1. Honda addressed that.
2. Honda made it smaller in size ,but with more torque.
3. More power is always better (If one knows how to apply it)
4. You'll need a trailer. (The trunk and bags got a severe weight reduction= Smaller cubic storage capacity)
5. As was told, They are pushing for a release ASAP. (I'm hoping for end of year or sooner?)
6. They listened.
7. Suspension is great right out of the box. (It isn't antique anymore-forks are gone)
Well, there was patent drawings and talk of a 1200 cc 4 cylinder with electric motor hybrid out there.
I truly hope they have listened. The guy asking questions seems to be way out of the norm of most people I know. I mean really, who here has thought if it were really necessary to have so much motor on these bike? Really?
"Go sell crazy somewhere else, we're all stocked up"
Please quit telling Honda we don't want more power. It is like that women's group saying that they speak for all women and then saying they don't like guns.
More Power is always good!!!
Smaller and lighter with more power is even better.
More Power More Power More Power More Power
Steve
Smaller bags? Pfft, put a fork in her, she's done!
Mike
NO DOUBT.. That right there had me question the legitimacy of the whole thing.Who the hell ever said or thought that?
"Go sell crazy somewhere else, we're all stocked up"
Considerably smaller bags and a much smaller engine? Why am I not excited? I wouldn't mind an 8-cylinder, 2500cc torque factory. The Goldwing has always been larger than the others in terms of displacement, but the competition is catching up and more (Indian 1820cc, Vulcan 2000cc, Rocket III 2300cc, etc.) Why would they do a 180 and go smaller? I don't want to believe these rumors.
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