New 2018 GOLDWING

[Jimmytee]

Jimmy, you must have missed a class...it's write up, not right up. I did the same thing the other day while emailing my niece, I wrote site when I meant sight, so I missed a class as well.

Seriously though, did you have the opportunity to ride both the F6B & GTL? If so, what were the deciding factors for you which lead to the purchase the F6B over the GTL?

@Hornblower
If you did give your impressions, please post the link, I would like to read it. If not, what was it you preferred about the BMW over the F6B (assuming it was an F6B, and not a GW?).

Stupid phone auto correct. Didn't catch it.

Point blank, some of the reasons I chose the F6B.
I read lot's of issues with electronic glitches in the BMW at the time.
I was never that warmed over by the looks. I think the nose looks bulbous and protrudes too far forward.
I have had 2 Valkyries and still have one. I simply love the flat 6 motor.
I also saw more room for stereo upgrades. I've done a bit of mods there

[doubleh]

Both bikes are great, but the new BMW1600B is "scary fast"...If speed is your bag, the BMW has it all over the Goldwing/F6B in spades....Otherwise in my opinion, which ever one you choose I see no reason not to be totally satisfied!!!

"Scary fast isn't my thing, but I don't mind it either. I feel that my F6B is more fast enough for me, especially after riding H-D's for 20yrs. If I'm cruising on the highway in the right lane and a car is coming from the on ramp and we're neck in neck , I simply twist the throttle slightly and before I know it, that car is 100yds behind me. I had also seen a video of a rider on the 1600B pick the front of the bike up in 3rd gear with ease, so I'm sure it's scary fast! I would consider this a pro, though, not a con. I'd have to agree with your statement "which ever one you choose I see no reason not to be satisfied!!!"

Stupid phone auto correct. Didn't catch it.

Point blank, some of the reasons I chose the F6B.
I read lot's of issues with electronic glitches in the BMW at the time.
I was never that warmed over by the looks. I think the nose looks bulbous and protrudes too far forward.
I have had 2 Valkyries and still have one. I simply love the flat 6 motor.
I also saw more room for stereo upgrades. I've done a bit of mods there

As far as aesthetics, I think both bikes look great, but I prefer the front of the Honda over the BMW, and the rear of the BMW over the Honda.

I can only speak for the flat six being I haven't rode the 1600B...and I'm speechless when it comes to how smooth it is, and I'd bet the 1600B is just as smooth. As far as the stereo is concerned, I turned mine on once in my driveway just to hear it work, and I never turned it on again. A stereo on a motorcycle just isn't for me, but I know a lot of people enjoy listening to music while riding. HiFi Audio is my other hobby, which I save for when I get home.

It'll be a along 4 month wait before I'm able to find out which I prefer...this is also includes my F6B, which I might just find suits me best.

[Brasco]

I seem to recall in one of the many videos one of the reps saying 'hi-test' fuel -- has anyone read anywhere if the days of running regular fuel are over for those who jump onto the 2018 models?

[Jimmytee]

I seem to recall in one of the many videos one of the reps saying 'hi-test' fuel -- has anyone read anywhere if the days of running regular fuel are over for those who jump onto the 2018 models?

I don't know, but I was pretty sure I saw somewhere it listed 87 as the octane requirement

[F6Dave]

I seem to recall in one of the many videos one of the reps saying 'hi-test' fuel -- has anyone read anywhere if the days of running regular fuel are over for those who jump onto the 2018 models?

I'd think it will probably run on 87, but a higher octane may be required to get all the performance the engine has to offer.

That's how it is with many cars and trucks these days. When they are running on 87, the engine's computer backs off the timing much of the time to protect the engine from detonation, but mileage and horsepower is reduced. You need a higher octane to get maximum performance from the engine. In fact, I believe the DOT requires new vehicles to be built this way.