Honda Goldwing Used bike review Is it as good as people say? (56)
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- Опубликовано: 7 авг 2022
- Honda Goldwing this is my review of the Honda GL 1800 Goldwing, you don’t have to spend a fortune to buy a great luxurious touring bike. The Goldwing I am using in this video is the 07 GL 1800 with the six cylinder motor, hopefully you enjoy my review and it gives you an insight into what it is like to own and ride one of these beautiful motorcycles. Please feel free to leave a comment and thanks for watching, cheers.
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Have owned Goldwings for 4 Decades....have never heard such such a Frank and informed review ..
Excellent presentation..Thank you .
Thanks Peter glad you enjoyed it, I’ve done many miles since doing that review and I have to say I’m even more taken with this wonderful machine than I was then. All the best, cheers.
My 2003 is in Jupiter Orange, another rare colour made only in 2003 which first attracted me to this bike. Superb machine with few problems other than sticky switches which need service or replacement every 10 years. I have 135K kilometers on it and it's barely broken in. Honestly, it runs and looks like the day it came off the showroom floor. I did have to add a custom seat and floorboards to accommodate my long legs but once done, there is simply no other motorcycle that comes close to it regarding personal comfort. At 80, I can still drive 500KM's a day and get off refreshed....can't even do that with either of my cars. With good maintenance, you will never wear this machine out...
Hello Robert, thanks for the comment. Yes I must agree the comfort level is second to none. I have done many Kms since doing the review and couldn’t be happier with this wonderful machine. Love the color of your 03 also, stay safe. All the best.
@@standupmoto Some 29 years ago, I was about to get out of motorcycling altogether. One day I went to the dealer who just finished selling my Kawasaki Vulcan 1500. I was about to pick up the cheque when my wife pointed me towards this very slightly used beautiful orange Gold wing on the showroom floor. She asked the salesman to start it up and it purred like a kitten. My wife turned to me and said. " if you don't buy that bike, you are crazy". W.E..L..L..with a "come on" like that, I pulled out my cheque book and bought it on the spot.
This was one of the best decisions I have ever had made in my 67 years of bike riding, and I have since made untold numbers of friends that I would never have met had I not bought this bike.
I hope your Wing gives you as much pleasure as mine has given me the last 18 years or so. I also LOVE the colour of your bike....
Thank you Robert, what a lovely story of how your Goldwing story started. I hope so also, kind regards.
STICKY SWITCHES ------- AFTER WASHING MY " WING " I USE MY LEAF BLOWER TO HELP IN DRYING OFF ****** WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO MY WINGS MANY SWITCHES .
**** IF NEEDED , A SILICONE BASED SPRAY ( THOSE SMALL RED NOZZLES TO DIRECT THE SPRAY . )
***** CHOOSE PLODUCTS THAT ARE
** " PLASTIC SAFE " , SOME PRODUCTS CAN DISCOLOR PLASTIC COMPONENTS .
( SPRAY A LITTLE AT A TIME , WORK THOSE STICKY SWITCHES , WIPE OFF THE EXCESS SPRAY . )
****** 06 WING BOUGHT NEW ---- TRIKED OUT ( ROADSMITH ) @ 117,00P , AT PRESENT 147,000 -------
A " WING " IS THE THING &
RIDE ON !!!!!!!!
De oxit cleaner and the gold contact enhancer is what i use when the little toggle switches dont respond, and im good for 6 mo.
I bought my first bike, an 04 Goldwing. The little neighborhood kids always wave on their little bikes. The bright orangy-red, what few chrome accents it has and what sounds like cobra exhaust is a chic magnet. She is a beautiful girl. My longest ride has been four hours across Georgia. I installed highway pegs last week and now I'm ready for longer rides. I can pack a weeks worth of clothes, a pair of sneakers, and a tent in the storages. I shopped few years for a bike and when I sat on the Goldwing and heard that big motor, that was it. When I found one in my price range, I jumped on it, In my opinion, even though I have never owned another bike, the Goldwing is top dog.
Fantastic Chris, that’s what it’s all about. Enjoy your Goldie & ride safe👍
Excellent
Lots of people say to start off with a light/small motorcycle first before Getting a BiG bike.
But that is not for everybody. Many people can do like you did, get on a huge bike and be safe. 👍
Chick magnet ..... lol... Little does he know the chicks were laughing at him
You need to be salesman for Honda. I’ve been trying to make up my mind about Goldwing and watching your video did it for me. Thank you!!!
Yes Greg that sounds good, I’ll send them my bank details but I won’t hold my breath waiting for payment 😂 Enjoy your new/used Goldwing, I have done many miles on mine since doing the review and love it even more now. Ride safe, cheers.
Looking at a 5th gen Wing and I must say that this is the most comprehensive motorcycle review that I have ever seen, and I have seen most of them. A special thanks to your wife for helping to support my decision, as my wife is my reason for getting a bike of this type and her comfort is paramount. Much appreciation to the both of you.
Glad it was helpful John & thanks for the special thanks to my wife, she appreciated it. We’ve had this bike for a while now and our views have not changed, in fact they’ve only grown stronger. The Goldwing truly is a beautiful ride (albeit not the most fuel efficient) but that’s an acceptable trade off for the comfort & smooth 6cyl power, my only real complaint is I didn’t get one years ago. 👍
@@standupmoto thanks for the reply. I will update you once we select one. Heading into the fall/ winter here in the states, so the selection will be very broad.
@@johnnance1414 Ok love to hear what you select, just one thing make sure the passenger seat has the heater. Its a game changer for your wife & if possible rear arm rests (although you can always retro fit the armrests) good luck with your purchase.
This might be the best review ever, starting at 33:04 where you totally surprised me, and most folks I'm sure. You are obviously a well seasoned rider as this would be outside of most Goldwing owners comfort zone, but I'm glad to see you fearlessly carved up some bush. I know down under they call the Suzuki DR650 the bush pig, well you just took that title away from the Dr. Zed and slapped it right on the wing! Nice!
Hi mate, thanks glad you enjoyed it. have had a couple or DRs, good mount for sure. The Goldwing despite its bulk can hit some reasonable trails so long as clearance doesn’t become an issue and not to much sand.
I’ve always been a fan of the GL1800 and have watched many review videos. But your review is the first one to actually help me realize, that this may be the perfect bike for my needs!
Thanks Ramon, yes the Wing is certainly a lovely ride for sure. Cheers.
I agree, EXCELLENT review!!
This bike is PERFECTION !!!! The color, the seats, everything.
Outstanding review. I owned a black GL 1500 for about 1.5 years, great bike with no issues when I sold it. Then, a week later I bought my red 2002 GL 1800 with ABS. I've had it now 2.5 to 3 years to date 2022. I don't have heated seats or grips, but my heated gear works very well. Big solid strong bike with lots of throttle. My plan is to purchase the last model of this generation which is the 2017 which is hard to find.
Great stuff Andre, sounds like the Goldwing has you well and truly hooked. I can understand that they are a great machine, good luck with your search for a 17 model. Thanks & cheers.
I have 2006 that I've owned since 08. This bike is truly a dream to ride. It has a little over 111,000 carefree miles. Minimum low cost maintenance along with tires and oil is about all. This bike is truly a joy to ride, especially long distance!!!
Thanks for sharing! Ride safe.👍
I bought an 04' Gold Wing with .2 miles on it. It's an incredible machine, I've rode all kinds of bike's since I was 9yrs old. I was really happy to come across the video of your 07' Gold Wing. Great video, and of all the motorcycles I have owned this will be my last as I'm getting up in age. I've traveled all around Georgia and Florida where I live. I Love this old gal, she's red and mostly stock, not a lot of chrome. I keep up the maintenance on her and will go anywhere anytime if I want with no worries about any breakdowns. Thanks for this video, great job !!!
Thanks Ken glad you enjoyed it, great to hear your story. Yes they are a fine machine for sure, ride safe.
I'm really thinking about buying a Goldwing... That was a Fantastic review... Thank You Very Much...
Thank you 👍
I subbed to your channel. What a great review. You’re as excited as I am with the GL1800 and I am 14 months into my ownership. And you are right, I paid 1/3 the cost of a new one and mine only had 26k miles when I snagged it. I have yet to do a video review but yours is good enough….. for the viewers out there 🤔
Thanks mate glad you enjoyed it, yes I’m quite taken with this bike. I can’t quite put my finger on just what it is, it just fits if that makes sense. Cheers
This is an amazing review - THANK YOU!
Thanks Eric glad you enjoyed it. It makes doing the review easy when you’ve got such a great machine to do it on. Cheers
Thank you well explained all the in-depth about the bike thank you.
Thanks Dave.👍
Great review. I ride a VStrom 650 XT which I purchased new in 2018; currently done 48,000 km great bike. I have always admired the Goldwing, and when I was at my local dealer a year or so ago they had a Goldwing for sale. I am 79 now but I said to the salesman I was talking to that I love the Goldwing but I think I am too old to own one.
He told me that the one I was admiring had just been sold to a guy 85 years old
I was blown away and left there with a spring in my step.
Hi Murray, there you go. You’re just a whipper-snapper compared to some Wing riders. Glad you enjoyed the video 👍
My Goldwing is a 1987 Interstate model, 67K miles, the very last model with no electronics, not even a clock. I t is awesome, but I need to take it into the shop before I can ride it again.
87s are getting pretty scarce here in Australia, hope the repairs are not too expensive. She’s worth hanging onto 👍
Just purchased an '08 and just after owning for 2 weeks I must say this is the best bike I have ever owned. Great review and love that color!
Yes Ron and the more you ride it the more you’ll love it, thanks mate glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers.
Lots of good vehicles made around 2004-2011 that i think will last much longer than vehicles before. All kinds of stuff from japanese to the american pickups from them had less emissions controls but theyre still very modern.
Outstanding review...I own a 2001 with 154k miles on it and fully intend to ride it to 200k and beyond. This is my 4th Wing having owned an 86, an 89 and a 99 before this one with each one and currently also own a GL1500 Valkyrie. I rode a 2019 Goldwing and was very disappointed with it. The 01 to 17 generation of Goldwing is the standard by which touring bikes are to be judged by for years to come. Keep the rubber side down and ride safe, everyone 😊
Cheers Edgar glad you enjoyed it, interesting to hear your thoughts re the current incarnation of Wings. I’m yet to try one, great to see you’ve got a Valkyrie also, they’re awesome.👍
I really want to know what the limit is of a well maintained mile muncher. 100k miles for most motorcycles is clapped. A honda grom wont even get close usually. A dr650 might but theyre also basucally dirtbikes so they get beat on dropped lots adventuring. Thus bad boy i bey you could go 500k miles if you were really serious about keeping the fluids clean etc. I just saw a video some guy took one with 200k on a pretty good roadtrip. I cant believe hes lane splitting it.
I have watched a lot of reviews on motorcycles (and lots of other stuff) and really think you're one of the best! I appreciate your pragmatic approach. Please keep them coming!
Wow, thanks Tom. I certainly enjoy making the videos and would feel like I am cheating my viewers if I didn’t give as much information as I can. I’m no expert by any means and am learning with every review, I just call it as I see it and try to relay the information I would want to know if I were in the market for that particular motorcycle. thanks again. Cheers.
Fantastic review mate comprehensive and well thought out. A down to earth no nonsense and detailed watch! Thankyou.
Much appreciated!
Amazing and comprehensive review! Kudos and thank you.
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.
Everything was so well explained can’t wait to get one . This one well fitted out.
Thanks, glad you liked the review 👍
Welcome to the Goldwing club Steve. I bought my first wing when I was 20. (interstate 1100). Now I am 50 years young and I am still riding the Goldwing gl 1800 2002. No oil consumption and still drive 1:17. For me The best bike. I drive all year a round.
Enjoy your wing. Greetz from The Netherlands.
Thanks Patrick, yes I’m certainly enjoying the big Wing that’s for sure, I have a friend that has now also bought one. So plenty of rides coming, always great to hear from the Netherlands. Cheers.
Hi Patrick. All year round? I have an old GL 1100 and love it! I’ve been thinking about buying a never 1500-1800 for daily use. I ride all year, right now on a V-Strom.
You ride all year in the Netherlands, guess you have salty roads in winter as we have in Denmark. How does your GW survive the salt?
And thank you so much to Steve for a great review (guess the salt problem is not an issue for you)
Very nicely done! I'm goning to look at an '05 later this morning and I am SO glad I ran accross your channel!
Thanks Dave, an 05 is probably going to have a few miles on it but if it’s been regularly serviced it’s no issue at all. Hopefully you find a good one.👍
Super informative review... thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
cheers for a fantastic review mate... the added view from the missus really added to the knowledge base overall... very few reviewers give that perspective by the person whos backside sits back there most :) having watched many reviews of Goldwings from the 80s through to the latest models all credos to you mate great job and has finally filled in the missing parts (ie handling in city traffic and god help me when I buy mine the bush!!! mind you I live in the bush over here in the west so again your info was incredibly helpful and amazingly clearly understandable great job mate
My pleasure, the Wing looks huge for sure but it really is a very adaptable all round bike . Within reason, your not going to be hitting any motocross tracks of course but for general everyday riding it works 👍
Had mine for three months now and I love it! Its my second GW, first one was a 88 GL1500. Great video!
Thanks Bruce & great to hear you stayed with a wing 👍
Living in Florida, I enjoyed watching you drive through Australia. I've had roadsters my whole life and a week ago I bought a 2001 goldwing and I absolutely love it. It's amazing to ride and so comfortable that I look forward to each and every ride.
I've been binge watching goldwing videos for the past week and a half to familiarize myself with all the features and just watching others enjoy the bike.
Keep riding and be safe.
Gday Kevin, thanks & glad you enjoyed watching. Enjoy your Wing and couldn’t agree more, I ride my Goldwing 4 or 5 times each week and look forward to each and every ride. We ride in similar temperatures for much of the year, hope to head that way one day. Cheers.
The best review of the Goldwing yet. I love my 02, and feel it's the best bike I've ever had. I can't see me wearing it out, so it'll likely be the last bike I ever buy. Great for large distances in a huge country, I love it. 🇨🇦
Thanks Jon glad you enjoyed it and yes they are a wonderful bike, I find myself riding this Goldwing more than any of my other bikes. Smooth comfortable powerful reliable and well equipped, you can’t ask for much more than that. Cheers mate.
Outstanding review … Thankyou!
Thanks 👍
very complete review ...great help for those who are looking to buy a goldwing
Thanks William glad you liked it. Cheers
Yes sir I own a 2002 orange Pearl Goldwing I bought it brand-new one owner have had it for over 20 years now I enjoy your review the best review on the Goldwing I believe and everything is true I bought it when I was younger and I didn't worry about being a old man bike I learned to drive it everywhere just like the owner of the shop told me you will love this bike and he was right God bless and keep the faith
Thank you Manuel, 20 years a Goldwing owner, I hope I can say the same. Great to hear you have had such a wonderful experience with your Wing, they are an amazing machine. Cheers from Aus.
You've done a wonderful job with the overview of your Honda goldwing. Stay safe
Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it.
The best review of the goldwing I watched so far
Thanks mate, much appreciated 👍
Superb real world review
The channel without doubt one of the best for honest, detailed..and entertaining reviews
Keep the videos coming
Ride safe.
Thanks, will do!
Great review !!!! Just bought an 08 . Subbed in from Canada .Thank you !
Top stuff, you’ll love it. Welcome to the channel 👍
Great review, spot on on all counts. I own an 02 in the same colour. 40k mls now and just run in, so smooth to ride, ride safe, hi from 🇬🇧
Thank you Gary glad you enjoyed the review, would love to ride the UK one day. Cheers Mate.
great review and thanks to you i will look into buying HONDA GOLDWING . such a great review i had to subscribe no other choice. thanks mate.
Welcome aboard Rob, glad you enjoyed the review. Feel free to share the video, good luck with your hunt for a Wing you’ll love it. Cheers.
Excellent video. Love how you've presented it. ❤
Thanks so much!👍
I have one very similar and I love it.
I bought my 2002 GL1800A new, the last of a long line of Hondas, a BSA and 1970 Kawasaki 500 Mach 3. All the rest are long gone, but never my Goldwing. 1068 hours total time since new at 43,333 miles as of now, with no mechanical issues. Wish I could ride her more often, but for the semi-permanent crappy weather in the Pacific Northwest. Thanks for your video; it's the best I've seen about older Goldwings.
Great stuff, you’ve certainly had a great spread of motorcycles. Many here in Aus that had the Mach 3 didn’t fear that well, 43 K for an 02, she’s just run in!. Thanks for the kind words & glad you enjoyed the video. I hope to ride your part of the world one day, all the best ps(hope that weather improves)
You definetly need to stack on like 20k miles or people like me will say its not getting ridden enough
Best review I've watched, owned and loved my 04 for 14 years now, absolutely love it, she's a keeper. 😄
Thanks Paul glad you enjoyed it, yes I’m with you she’s definitely a keeper. Cheers.
How often do you do the shaft maintinance
I owned a GL1800 A 2001-2006 and agree with everything you said in your excellent, comprehensive review. I absolutely loved the bike. Guess why I’m looking at your review? Oh yes we’re thinking of getting another all these years later and touring Europe again. I would love one of the new models but they’re now outside our budget but why not look for a good used model like yours, most are really well cared for and are beautifully built. Thanks for taking the time to re visit this classic and make the video, brilliant! 👏👏👍
Cheers mate glad you enjoyed the video, yes they are a great motorcycle and there are some lovely well cared for examples available if you look hard enough. I have now done many kilometers on this bike since recording that review and my opinion has not changed, it’s actually increased my respect for the Goldwing if that was even possible.
Regards from Aus.
I am driving also many years; I had many bikes, cross, chopper, touring, super-fast and super slow😁😁😁😁. I like everything with 2 wheels. 3 years ago I sold my BMW 1300GT and bought my 2008 Goldwing. I always thought this is a big boring bike, but is surprised me that this is the top of all motorcycles. My wife likes also to sit on the back and we make long travels.
Hello Alex glad you enjoyed the video. The Goldwing is definitely a nice bike and yes it is also very good for passengers, ride safe.
@@standupmoto thanks, unfortunately in Europe we have not so long roads as in US and Australia, always a lot of traffic and bending's 😊😊
Hi some very good points made and yes the gold wing is a lovely lovely bike I have owed one now for two years and love everything about it 👍
Thanks Paul, yes it’s hard to find a Goldwing owner that doesn’t love them. Cheers
Thank you very much for this great video. I driven a goldwing many years ago and I'm going to buy another one next year. I wanted to buy the newest, but your video is confines me to go for this model, saving some money and spend it on more extras. Thanks mate. Greetings from Hungary from a Dutchman 😊.
Glad it was helpful! I have very little knowledge of the latest model but am very happy with this version, they are a wonderful machine. Lovely to hear from Hungary 👍
Brilliant review, very informative and entertaining as well!
Cheers Christian glad you enjoyed it.
I've had three goldwings and they are the best bikes I've ever owned. I live in central Alberta Canada and have ridden my 2010 to Northern California towing a trailer and two up. No hiccups at all with the bike. I did learn to stay away from any kind of sand as it makes the bike extrememly hard to control. I was at sturgis on year on my 1989 Goldwing and harley drivers (even though they didn't want to) did admit that for long haul bike trips the Goldwings are by far the better bike for that. My wife has a habit of falling asleep in the back as it is so comfortable, heated seats, heated grips etc. The navigations system is useless as it outdates quickly and you can't really get updates for them so I just run my smart phone bluetoothed into my helmet or hard wired to the radio.
Great stuff Brian, you’ve had three- that says it all really. I’m yet to speak to a Goldwing owner that doesn’t love the bike, ride safe over there. I guess your season is just about to begin (weather wise) cheers mate thanks for the comment.
So nicely done. Cheers from, "deep in the heart of Texas!" 🎶
Thank you kindly!
Best review I've seen on the goldwing
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.
Yes I have a GL 1800 2015 model and I absolutely love it
Hi Tim, that’s great. The 15 is a lovely bike, a few more goodies than my model . Ride safe mate, thanks for the reply. Cheers.
Very informative, and you have a great voice and excellent diction for your v/ log,cheers ❤️🦘🦘🦘
Thank you kindly!
Steve. Liked the tone and content. Great to hear someone who doesn’t have to have the newest or best but simply ENJOYS.
I am early in the process myself but everything about the bike attracts me,,,,,,,except the complexity. I bought mine at an auction sight unseen with a flat battery so no kms known. It had rodent damage and the upper bodywork was removed and in a box. Took a gamble and really didn’t pay a lot for it. When home I powered it up and it had 35k and had a higher level of corrosion than I was expecting. It actually fired up and ran. The engine spooled up ok but wouldn’t come off a fast idle. Turned out about six wires had been cut by chewing and other damaged. Back to the only down side I can see is the complexity, not the technology but the immense amount of hoses and wires and inaccessibility. I bought an’01 with 35k. The process of repair has been a headache but highlights the problem that produces everything about the Goldwing that is good. It’s size, comfort, weather protection and luggage capacity, it’s engine. There is so much of it and it is all so hidden that keeping the corrosion at bay is nearly impossible and it is a haven for rats to hide and chew that I am sure other low use storage type owners are having problems with even if they don’t know it yet.
There are a lot of parts for early bikes that are no longer available. The wiring harness being one. They were about mid one thousand dollars when new. While in disassembly I found there is a problem with early bikes with the self reset ratchet lock mechanism on the windscreen adjuster. The lock tab plate was missing on mine as they had a known problem. There was a propensity for the small part to fall out and a later replacement is available but it is not clear whether the part can be replaced or the whole component group. Either way it doesn’t prevent the screen from being used. I reset mine manually by some disassembly and gradually with a series of trial rides I raised the screen one notch at a time until I was happy with the screen height and then just left it there. I come from a background of simple bikes, R series BMWs and I am a bit overwhelmed by the bikes complexity. Removing the wiring harness is a thing to generate nightmares. I produces enough ideological gravity to pull ones motorcycling outlook to a different place. Hard to explain but I have found myself changing the way I look at machinery. Maybe maintain but never recondition.....?use till it’s stuffed and then bin it. The thought of a really high mileage Goldwing where everything is worn out, cracked or deteriorated is overwhelming and it seems such a shame to use up such a great bike.
Sorry for the ramble but I am a little off kilter having had my centre reset, if that makes any sense.
Good video, tone great, easy to listen to. You have all the makings of a good presenter. I enjoy that you can impart that you enjoy. Cheers Stephen Tas’.
Thanks Steve, no apologies needed for rambling - I’m as guilty as it gets there. So first up I’m glad you enjoyed the video, I love making them. I’m no Goldwing expert by any means but a full workshop manual is a must I believe when as you we do our own work on these older wonderful machines. You’ve taken on a mighty task re-wiring a Goldie for sure but you’ll get there eventually, maybe even keep an eye out for a crash damaged one that you can cannibalise the harness I’m sure the bits you don’t use would be salable to other owners via Facebook Goldwing sites. Thirty five k!! she’s just run in, keep slogging away at it and you’ll have a great bike at the end. It’s been a while since I put that video up and I’ve become far more familiar with this bike since then, I’ve actually ridden most of winter this year. Not something I generally do but this bike with its creature comforts & wind protection have made it a pleasure, I truly believe the Goldwing is one of the greatest purpose motorcycles ever made (just my opinion). As far as presenter goes I just try to say it as it is, I do my own camera work and fumble my way through the editing process. It’s been a steep learning curve for me but I thoroughly enjoy it. I really have no idea how to promote my channel etc but I’m learning, this is so far removed from my life prior to RUclips and unfortunately I don’t have anyone within my circles that has any knowledge of vlogging. Anyhow that’s my ramble, good luck with your project and feel free to contact me if there’s anything I may be able to help with. Cheers.
Best review of the bike I’ve seen and I feel how you do about these bikes. Mine is a 2003 (Candy Durango Red) and absolute attention getter. My dad owned 3 in his life the first being a 1975. My first was a 1984 standard which my son owns now. A pleasure on the interstate or in the twisties, 2 up or solo
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it. You come from a long history of Goldwings. I have many many hours on this Wing since doing the review and I have to say I love it more every time I ride it. Thanks for the comment, cheers.
Definitely the best review of the GL1800 and I believe I've seen them all.
Gees thanks Bill, certainly enjoyed putting that one together and still riding the Wing almost daily. Love it.
My next machine. Love it
It’s good to hear a Aussie review on the bike, I currently own a 03 model ST1300 which I call the baby Goldwing. I love long distance riding, me & the misses rode from Port Macquarie to Adelaide & back to visit our grandkids, we both love it but she didn’t like the G- forces when we needed to over take trucks or caravans. She told me she’ll only do it again on a Goldwing, mind you she does suffer from back & shoulder pain sometimes we both in our mid to late 50’s & I ride every day for a job also ride a 07 ktm 640 adventure which I’ve owned for 8mths. Hopefully later in the year I trade up from ST to a Goldwing still like to keep the ST tho 👍👍 thanks heaps on the insight for what to look for cheers
Gday Andrew
Thanks mate glad you enjoyed the review. I also had the ST and loved it, it was a great bike for sure and somewhat sportier through the twisties than the wing. In saying that with descent tyres (I run the Bridgestones) the Goldwing can certainly surprise a lot of riders, it’s no sports bike but you can make it hustle. I toured a lot on the ST and it served well with good range between fills (something that does annoy me on the wing) not that I would have thought so at the time if you’d told me when I had the ST the Wing is in a league of its own. It’s smoother quieter offers more protection from the elements has all the luxuries and is heavier which of course adds stability on the open road. Having reverse is just the bee’s knee’s and the comfort for the passenger is unparalleled, you could seriously go to sleep in not on but in the rear seat. I also have a BMW K1600 which is a rocket and also a tourer but I’ll take the wing every time if I’m doing distance, even if I’m riding solo. I’ve done a lot of KMS since doing that review and I love it even more now, as I said the only thing that annoys me is the comfortable range (about 320 Kms per tank) not that it’s over thirsty it’s just a small tank. If your doing big Kms I personally think the wing is second to none, and the Mrs will love you. Cheers
great review - it’s changed my mind about which touring bike to purchase. It will be a Goldwing. thank you for such a thorough review. well done
Thanks glad you enjoyed it, find a good one and you will have a great tourer.
Hello from Athens, Greece. I 've got a black 06 goldie, with 80k happy km and zero problems so far. Great review, for a great bike! The pertect bike for two up, with great handling and capable for spirited driving, even on dirt, due to its low center of gravity and wise geometry.
Yes I agree and what a lovely country you have to ride 🇬🇷, glad you enjoyed the video. 🦘
Thank you sir for this nice video. I’m 36. Riding bikes since my 16. Currently on vfr 800 rc46. Beautiful sport touring machine. I found myself thinking about goldwing this days since I’m type of rider who likes to go far and to be comfortable on the bike.
I must admit that I had opinion about the goldwing, that is for older people, but I’m pretty much sure after one hour on this machine I will be hooked up so badly.
Wish you all the best in 2024. Thanks for your time to share with us very useful information.
Cheers 🍻
Thank you Milovan, yes I understand what you are saying. My only regret with the Goldwing is that I didn’t get one 20 years ago. The comfort and level of protection allow you to ride far more often and much further than any motorcycle I’ve had before.
I have a Goldong bike, model 2007, and it is fun and riding it is a cure for depression. It is beautiful but heavy, and despite that I enjoy riding it. Thank you. Your video is wonderful. I subscribed to your channel. I am from Saudi Arabia.
Thank you and welcome to the channel, great to hear from SA.
I agree, a nice ride on the Goldwing on a cool morning is a cure for just about anything 😄
the same dude that DESIGNED the GL1800 did the RR or wutever a COUPLE years before it was ''BRAND NEW'' so, IT IS A SPORT BIKE DESGUISED AS A TOURING BIKE!!! under neeth that plastic BUBBLE is a MONSTER!!! ;) I LUVE MINE TOO!!!
great review mate, thoroughly enjoyed it 👍
Thanks a ton!
Incredible review, with gorgeous video and audio quality. After a lifetime of BMWs, I have had my current 2020 Goldwing for nearly a year now. Best damned bike I have ever owned. A lot more electronics, of course, on mine, especially with the DCT, which I hope remain reliable. As you say, they surprise you at how well they perform all different tasks.
Hi Paul, thanks & glad you enjoyed the video. I am yet to ride the DCT but have only heard good things from those that have. Honda have been using it for some time now across a few models so I would think reliability shouldn’t be an issue. Cheers mate, ride safe.
@@standupmoto Thanks, from Perth.
2005 goldwing I love it thank u for taking your time out good job and u right in all u said
Thanks 👍
A very comprehensive review, I was deciding between a used Goldwing and a BMW R1200 RT and I think you just about convinced me, as one of the other reviews below its to carry my wife around on long distance drips. And I'm glad to see its an OZ review.
Thanks Michael glad you enjoyed it, I’ve done many kms on both. I love both but the Wing wins the long distance travel battle, the RT is the sportier of the pair but for sheer comfort of both the rider & passenger it’s the Goldwing. The big 6 is silky smooth so hand tingles are a non event even after a long haul of 9 or 10 hours, the pegs are perfectly positioned. Try both, your knees may be in better shape than mine. But as far as passenger comfort goes, my wife says it’s like sitting in an armchair. Weather protection is excellent also, you’ve even got feet heaters. Ok they are the pros now the cons, the tank isn’t really big enough. 350kms v 450 on the RT, in the twisties the Goldi is fun but no sports bike for sure.
I guess the long & short of it is see if you can get a ride on both and preferably for a longer ride, you’ll work it out.👍
Great review! I have the 06 GL1800. Fantastic bike. I could ride it all day long. Great for touring and enjoying the landscape around you. Mine is the Deep burgundy color, almost like a black cherry. I live in Ohio, USA and ride it until they throw salt on the ground. Then I wait for a good rain. You explain it well enough. Love the color of your bike. Thanks for sharing. P.S. PUT THE COZY WINGS ON THE BOTTOM OF YOUR MIRROR. Keeps the cold air of your hands in the winter. And gives you good air flow in the summer. Bolts right up to your Existing screw at the bottom of the mirrors.
Thanks William glad you enjoyed it, yes the burgundy looks great also. I’ll look into those wind deflectors, they sound good. The 06 would be virtually the same I’d think as mine, hopefully I’ll get over that way one day I have a cousin who fly’s for an airline based in Charlotte NC. Cheers mate, ride safe.
One of the most absorbing YT motorcycle reviews I've ever seen. I was laughing my head off during the dirt section; absolutely brilliant, mate! Can somebody tell me why traction control exists on motorcycles? Have people lost the ability to control the rotation of their right wrists?
Well I’ll take that cheers mate, yes the bikes of late have every rider aid known. I guess it’s all in the interest of safety and that’s a good thing. I’m working on another GW video where she sees quite a bit of off rd. Cheers.
Very good review! As very soon the new owner of a 2001 model this is very useful information, thank you very much and enjoy the Wing in gorgeous Oz!
Hi Chris thanks & glad you enjoyed the video, I sure you’ll love your 01. A mate has the same model, mechanically the same as my 07 with a few cosmetic differences around the dash etc and his has no feet heaters. They’re a good thing, keep good quality oil in her changed regularly and I’d say you should have many years of great riding ahead. Cheers.
Crazy how the old ones are still going strong.
What an awesome bike. Really good.
The review was great to hear my Goldwing is a 2004 model, surprised when I put it on a weigh scale for trucks, 920 pounds, the baby is heavy, but what a ride the lower the center of gravity the better the ride, smooth steady, comfortable nice sound no lound or noisy the luggage , well you know,thanks for the review ,I'm more comfortable with the bike now that I've heard your comments enjoy your bike ,thank you.
Thank you Angelo glad you enjoyed the video, yes they are heavy but I think that’s what gives them such nice road manners and comfort. Enjoy your 04, keep good oil in it and I’m sure you will get many years of reliable riding. Be safe, cheers.
Thanks for the great review. I had a GL-1000, GL-1100 and a GL-1500. All great wings. I will be riding my 83 GL-1100 later this year. I hope the GL-1800 is in my near future. Thanks for the great review.
Thanks John glad you enjoyed it, sounds like you’re a Wing man through & through. You’ll love the GL1800👍
I had a candy apple red 1000 mL Goldwing, as you say stripped when I was in my 20s and enjoyed it immensely, it was smooth and responsive and fun to drive! I know on a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan nomad 1500 cc.
Probably dead reliable. Kawasaki never shoulda stopped selling the vulcan 1600s
Pleasure to watching the video again,ride safe
Thank you 👍
Have only rode the Gold Wing since 1975, when it was introduced. Have had a 1975, 1981 Interstate, 1982 Aspencade and now 2009 Audio Comfort model . I don't need or desire any other bike as this one meets all of my needs. Your review is very good. When you say you're not an expert on it I disagree. You took that wing down that gravel road faster than I would. However if I have good pavement, and twists roads I ride it very fast so much that a Ducati rider behind me was having trouble catching up. He said that if a Gold Wing could do the corners that fast then he could too. Welcome to Wing World.
Thanks Ron much appreciated, yes I am enjoying this great bike very much. She’s actually a kitten on the unsealed roads, I’ve also taken her down a few single trails with no real issues so long as there’s no to much sand. Cheers
Great video.... I am in the market for one and this has helped me with a few pointers
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. 👍
Excellent review - thanks
Thanks for watching!
Honda is renowned for making great engines for bikes, cars, generators, boat engines, you name it if it’s a Honda it’s had some great engineering!
Agreed 👍
I've never ridden a Gold Wing let alone owned one. I do dream of it though. One thing I have done is watch a lot of RUclips automotive reviews. The quality of this content is well above par. It's very refreshing to see a reviewer concentrate on their experience rather than just quote numbers and catch phrases from a press release. Keep up the good work.
Thanks David much appreciated, cheers mate.
@Davidbrayshaw3529
You stated your comment. The way I would like to. Your english is great eloquette. 👌
@@icosthop9998 Thank you very much for your kind words. All of those school detentions that I sat through weren't in vain, after all.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 nope, not in vain.
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Even with this "inflation" I do hope you get that *Gold Wing* 👍
Owned a 1975, 1979, 2010, now a 2018 GL1800 DCT absolutely love it and I tow a large deluxe time out tent camper trailer behind it , first time ever pulling a trailer! First year ride over 12,000 miles coast to coast in USA have had absolutely no issues with my 2018! The automatic DCT is so wonderful and sport mode is crazy! I've ridden through snow and ice pulling my camper trailer with absolutely no issues multiple times! Loved all my Honda Goldwings! Owned 2 different Moto Guzzi's, Yamaha Road Star 1700 which was I great motorcycle! But nothing like any of the Goldwings
Fantastic! You’ve certainly had your share of Goldwings, and used them for what they’re designed for. Thanks for sharing your experiences, cheers.
I just cant do dct. Soulless. I want to ride motorcycles with actual character.
My first time on your channel, and how nice to watch this review. Well delivered, and sensible. Actually looking out for another bike and an older G-W is in the running (along with an FJR).
Awesome, thank you & welcome to the channel. Both great bikes you are looking at, both are terrific tourers and I’ve had both. I still have the GW and for me find it more comfortable on the long hauls here in Aus, apart from the obvious wide seat, heated everything, remote central locking & cruise one of the big items for me due to where I live was the reverse, it’s just great. Good luck with your research and purchase, Cheers.
@@standupmoto Thanks. Not just for the reply, but for the thought that has gone into it. Excellent advice.
wow, this was a great video,, thanks!
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it 👍
Nice review. I have a 2005 just bought it last year only 32k miles on it. You can't buy better fir the money than a good Goldwing. Enjoy the ride.
Thanks, couldn’t agree more, they are a bargain for how much bike you get. Ride safe, cheers.
Great review, very accurate 👌
I have an 2002, ive had about 20 bikes in my life so far, this is without doubt the best bike ive ever had.
Not for beginners, its a big heavy bike, weight drops off when you pull away
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Yes exactly right, almost within the length of the bike the weight feels like it disappears as you move off.
This is the most comprehensive motorcycle review I’ve seen on RUclips. I own a 2015 Gold Wing, 40th Anniversary Edition. I use it mostly for cross-country rides across the U.S. and Canada. It’s a joy to ride. It’s powerful, it handles beautifully, and it’s the most comfortable bike I’ve ever owned. Riding many consecutive 10-hour days while covering 500-600 miles per day is no problem on this bike. The only problem that I’ve had with it is the notorious low-speed steering wobble that I hope to cure soon with a fork brace; otherwise, it’s a nearly perfect bike! Thanks again for a great review.
Cheers mate glad you enjoyed it, it’s nice to hear. I do get the occasional “ the video is too long “ comment, and I know my videos do tend to be a bit longer than most but I feel like I would be short changing the viewer if I didn’t give all of my observations. Thanks for your feedback as an owner. 👍
Check out Traxxion Dynamics suspension out of Marietta Georgia. Your tite will stop cupping and their fork brace is very good too.
@@Sailordudeayeaye Will do 👍
Great review! I’ve got a 2001with 115,000 miles on her and is just getting broke in. Absolutely a great touring motorcycle
Couldn't agree more!
205,000 on my 2001. Runs perfect.
@@brianbook3797 That’s great , you obviously look after your bike well.
Excellent review, great video
Thank you kindly!
I have a 2006 Honda Goldwing. And I love it bought it in Feb I'm in iowa
Great stuff Alan, sounds like it would be the same as the one in this video. Cheers & ride safe.
Have the same year model and the same colour, absolutely love it, the best motorcycle I've owned, nothing else compares to a goldwing for those long trips, great review.
Thanks Keith glad you enjoyed the video, top stuff you’ve got a great bike there and as it turns out a rare color also. Cheers.
@@standupmoto have you checked your colour code? mine looks to be the same colour (and yes, it isn't a very common colour) and under the fuel flap is YR275M which is Crucible Orange Metallic. Mine was sold new here in NSW, Australia.
@@keithhellyer4565 That’s right Keith, 300 were made in this colour in 07. Apparently 10 made it to Aus.
@@standupmoto wow, thanks for the info. That's why ive never seen another one in this colour on the road.
Gold Wing Big Bike 1800, very nice and also liked the model too.
We agree!
Hi Steve, great name and a great review on the Big Wing. I just purchased my first one and it’s 2002 model in a standout yellow pearl, I spent 20 hours detail it and it came up like new and my wife and I just stand there and admire it in the garage. I’ve only had it for a week and rode it home from Horsham Victoria vis Echuca and dropped it off to Honda for a full service and all round fluid change, it’s only got 70,561 klms on it and it’s beautiful and in our eyes better looking than the newer models. My wife rides too and I met her when she was riding a BMW 650 and I was on a Honda CB1100RD which I ended up giving to her when I bought a Honda VF1000R and she ended up putting 122,000 klms on it. We have owned many bikes over the years and this is something that we can just pack up and go away for long weekends and enjoy the comfort and feeling.
Gday, congrats on getting your first Wing, problem you’ll have now is nothing else will compare for touring if ever you decide to change 😄 They are a great machine, I’m about to put out another video on Goldwings! Great to hear your wife rides also, she’s obviously not shy about clocking up the kms! 70K is nothing for these sweet 6cyl motors, I’ve had plenty of correspondence from riders in the US with
100k miles (160k) on them and still running great. Look after her, good oil & maintenance and you & your wife will have many years of
Rolls Royce touring ahead 👍
Great review and I must say that I think it must be the ultimate bike to tackle your big open space country. The trailer idea I think is awesome to add your tent/camping supplies. I would add a fishing rod holder on the trailer. I would disappear and have the time of my life.
Thanks Hennie, yes a rod holder & small tent trailer would be a great idea! Cheers mate glad you enjoyed the video.
Best review ever.
Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it as much as I did making it 👍
I work at a Goldwing specialist shop in the US and have fallen in love with them.Currently restoring a 1976 gl1000 LTD,only 2000 produced.Unfurtunatly the new dual clutch atomic is very complex but still rolls on with what your video is about.
Gday Kevin, dream job! Working at a Goldwing shop, good luck with your resto, the early Wings are becoming a bit rare here in Aus. Cheers.
Been on Harleys since 1981, but picked up a 2005 GL1800 that is a 30th anniversary Candy Red edition. Great machine and now my daily rider. I'm usually redlining the engine between shifts and breaking the rear tire when the traffic light turns green. Still have the Harley, but the speed and handling of the Goldwing is superb plus a super loud horn! I can and do split lanes here in California with the GL.
Thanks for sharing! You’ll also love those long interstate hauls. Cheers.
Awesome review
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you.
I like the way you review bikes. Looking forward to when you come to the new model of Honda Goldwing 2018 +.
Please let me know when you look at the 2019.
Hi Thomas, thanks glad you enjoy my reviews. Yes when the latest Goldwing becomes available to me I’ll definitely do a review, I’d also like to do a comparison review with the GL1800 in this video. Cheers.
Excellent review! The 37 minutes transpired much faster than I had anticipated. I'm 74 and I've owned 9 motorcycles. Five from Japan and four Harleys. I sold my last Harley in 2021, but I miss riding so much that I'm shopping for another bike. Your review may convince me to get a Gold Wing instead of another Harley.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. The GWing is an incredibly stable motorcycle to ride in almost any conditions (except ice), I think one of the big advantages over the HD is the reverse. I have nothing against the HDavidsons but like all of the big bikes they are heavy to manage and move around, I’m in my mid sixties myself and am fully aware of how long it takes to repair a spun knee. good luck with your decision. Cheers.
Excellent review!
Thank you kindly!
Awesome video I own a 2006 with 49,000 miles love it.ARKANSAS Badlands
Cheers mate thanks 👍