I wonder what the new engine will be, I do like the idea of a 6 speed transmission .
I wonder what the new engine will be, I do like the idea of a 6 speed transmission .
Read this elsewhere ... As someone else suggested: Maybe Honda wants to leak info early to keep some from jumping ship. I am really looking forward to this, but 99% chance I am keeping my bike.
"The local Honda dealer was called to a dealers meeting for an update. Part of that update was that there would be a major update to the Wing for 2018. Unfortunately, that was all that was said so nothing official about what that update will be."
Albuquerque, NM
I personally have no "inside" information, but with the release of the new Yamaha Tourer, BMW 1600B, Indian Chieftain Elite, HD's new stuff, If Honda does not update or re-design the GW platform, F6B included, they must know something we don't or they just don't care about future sales of bigger road bikes!!!...JMHO and ride safe
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!!!
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
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"