:shhh:
Well ... Still no news on the New 2018 Goldwing.
The scuttlebutt was that today was the big day for Honda to introduce it to the world ... :shrug:
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:shhh:
Well ... Still no news on the New 2018 Goldwing.
The scuttlebutt was that today was the big day for Honda to introduce it to the world ... :shrug:
A little early for California peeps.
That is so funny .. I was wondering the same thing .. I had a reminder pop up on my calendar today about the announcement and expected to see it somewhere in social media, but haven't noticed anything yet. Patience has never been a strong suit. :)
Current SPECULATION ......
I found this on the Web (not from Honda)
This may have been posted already.
Supposedly two variants of the bagger-style Gold Wing, with or without Honda’s DCT dual-clutch, semi-automatic gearbox. Under Honda’s alphanumetic naming scheme, these are the GL1800B and GL1800BD. The Gold Wing Tour will come in three variants. There’s a basic version with a conventional gearbox, called simply GL1800. Above that in the range there’s a GL1800D DCT model and a top-of-the-range GL1800DA version with DCT and an airbag.
All versions of the bike will use a 126PS, 1833cc flat six engine. 1cc bigger than the existing bike’s 118PS engine, gets a power boost from other changes.
While the power boost is small, performance will be significantly boosted with a big cut to the bike’s weight. The base model GL1800 Gold Wing Tour, which replaces the existing Gold Wing, has a 379kg (835 lb) curb weight. That’s 42kg (92 lb) less than the 2017 version. The DCT transmission doesn’t add any weight, while the GL1800DA airbag version weighs 383kg (844 lb.).
The GL1800B Gold Wing, with no top box, is 14kg (31 lb) lighter than the Gold Wing Tour at 365kg (804 lb). That means the new bagger weighs 27kg less than the existing F6B.
The Gold Wing Tour is shorter than its predecessor at 2575mm (101.3 in), down from 2630mm (103.5 in). The bagger is 2475mm – virtually identical to the 2473mm of the existing F6B. Both 2018 bikes have a 1695mm (66.7 in) wheelbase. They’re narrower, too; 925mm (36.4 in) compared to 945mm (37.2 in) for the old machines. The DCT models, with no clutch lever, are 20mm narrower at 905mm.
With the electrically-adjustable screen in its top position, the Gold Wing Tour is 1640mm tall, compared to 1455mm for the current bike’s non-adjustable screen. The Gold Wing bagger, with its shorter screen, is 1340mm tall in the ‘low’ position.
All versions of the bike have an electronically-limited 180km/h (111 mph) top speed.
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Latest rumor that made sense to me is 10/24 for the US and 10/25 for Japan. So, about 9pm tonight for us. I hope it is earlier. :popcorn:
They need to hurry it up already .....
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It's 2:54am Wed. in Tokyo. Looks like their Seiko watches ran out of juice...................
I read they would be doing the announcement from California at 6pm PST/ 9pm EST.
Honda motorcycles and atv’s facebook page just posted about 10 minutes ago to tune into Facebook live at 7 PDT for a special announcement with the hashtag #whatliesbeyond. That is a varified honda page.
This short 'what lies beyond' teaser video from Mother Honda has Oct. 25 as the announcement date (shows up in the final frame in last few seconds (scroll down to second bike image to start the embedded video).
It's 5 a.m. in Tokyo about now so this evening for us on this side of the Pacific Ocean sounds about right! https://riders.drivemag.com/news/wat...g-teaser-video
FYI...
The new Goldwing will be announced tonight at 7pm PDT.
Live YouTube stream from the Tokyo Motor Show.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=y1HMIlITs8A
:D
been checking every hour all day. :banghead:
:shhh:
Here's the FACEBOOK Link....
In about one hour .... https://www.facebook.com/HondaPowersports/
Just out ....
Turn signal fluid and headlight fluids will need to be replaced every 10,000 miles. Halogen fluid recommended.
The fan blade belts will need to be checked and tightened (if sloppy) every 10000 miles, replacement at 25,000 miles
The Rear sprocket is a 50 tooth but can be switched to a 46 tooth for lower RPM's during highway riding
The exhaust rotor filter needs to be cleaned every 50,000 miles
FlexFuel Technology where you can use DIESEL or Kerosene if no Regular gasoline is available
:banana:
No need to replace it. :icon_cool:
I do not subscribe to the “book of face”. Any other way I could see what’s happening?
:shock:
Rear Trunk seams to match the saddlebags
it appears that ALL of the earlier "leaked" photos were indeed the new 2018 Goldwing
https://www.niehauscycle.com/2018_gold_wing.htm
:cheers:
Its NOW LIVE ........ :yes:
https://www.facebook.com/HondaPowers...type=3&theater
Finally a 6 speed manual transmission
All models come with ABS
So the F6B is now renamed as the Goldwing for 2018
AND the Past full Goldwing is now the Goldwing TOUR for 2018
Just watched the live unveiling, I think it's a WINNER!!! It's gonna be an excellent bike.
http://powersports.honda.com/?&cid=m...wersport_pmt_e
https://www.facebook.com/HondaPowers...0749460634611/
I was typing as fast as could. Hopefully there are no mistakes.
- 5 models, 2 names ... The GoldWing and The GoldWing Tour
- 90 lbs lighter
- redesigned engine 4-valve/cylinder (24 valve unicam)
- starter/generator 1 part
- 7 spd DTC trans
- 6 spd manual
- gals -1.1 gallons but same distance per tank (5.5 gal)
- new front suspension 30% less hand impact over bumps
- eng. set more forward putting more weight over front end
- narrower fairing, but better wind protection for passenger
- ride by wire ... no thottle cables
- 4 ride modes and suspension dampening
- smart key ... no key needed
- auto lock when you walk away
- 7" TFT screen
- 10 years of free map updates
- ABS available on all trim levels
- 20% higher fuel economy
- car play integration for all Apple Phones
- Bluetooth works for other phones
- 50 Hondaline accessories available
- 3 yr unlimited warrantee plus an extended available for 5 yr
- much throatier sound
The video was good and very exciting to me. I can't wait to see the bike in person. I'm already talking to the Minister of Finance!
One thing I noticed on Hondas website site I thought was odd and haven't seen before is, the engine has Aluminum Cylinder Sleeves. I'm sure the engineers at Honda know better than me but I wouldn't have guessed they'd pick Aluminum for a bike that's capable of hundreds of thousands of miles. But that's not gonna stop me from getting a new one.
Can't wait to test drive the DCT.
Delete double post
Reverse?????? Please!!!
Here’s the details w/price:
Starting at $23,500 up to 25k for DCT F6B version.
http://www.businesswire.com/news/hom...2018-Gold-Wing
Available February 2018
It's has aluminum cylinder sleeves :(
Anyone know what kind of life those have. Wasn't that what made the Chevy Vega a failure ??? Hopefully the technology today is different.
Bummed no love for Android! Would love to have that kind of integration... Everything else looks good and the silver Goldwing DCT shall be mine!