Is there a more iconic model in HondaGold Wing? Celebrating its 36th production year, Big Red claims an astounding 640,000 unit sales of the flagship motorcycle since its 1975 model year debut. Essentially a class of its own in the luxury touring market, this year The Wing faces off against a new challenger in the Inline-Six-powered BMW K1600GT. HondaGold WingSPECS :

Engine: 1832cc liquid-cooled Flat Six
Bore & Stroke: 74 x 71mm
Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
Valve Train: SOHC; two valves cylinder head
Fueling: PGM-FI
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with 3-D mapping
Transmission: Five-speed, plus electric Reverse
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system; 4.8 inches travel
Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer-controlled spring preload adjustment with two memory presets; 4.1 inches travel
Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296mm discs with CBS three-piston calipers; optional ABS
Rear Brake: Single ventilated 316mm disc with CBS three-piston caliper; optional ABS
Front Tires: 130/70R-18
Rear Tires: 180/60R-16
Wheelbase: 66.5 inches
Rake:Trail: 109mm (4.3 inches)
Seat Height: 29.1 inches
Fuel Capacity: 6.7 gallons
Colors: Pearl White, Candy Red, Ultra Blue Metallic, Black
Curb Weight: 904 - 933 pounds, depending on option packages selected
MSRP: $23,199 to $28,499

2012 Honda Gold Wing First Look - Motorcycle USA