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Honda has unveiled the 2018 Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour models at Santa Barbara, California's MOXI Museum of Exploration and Innovation on 24th Oct 2017.
The same has been exhibited today at Tokyo Motor Show 2017, Japan. The Honda Gold Wing grand touring model, which has been evolving as a flagship motorcycle model of Honda, and will underwent a full model change. The all-new Gold Wing features new technologies including a newly-developed horizontally-opposed 6-cylinder engine, 7-speed DCT and Honda’s original double wishbone suspension.
Engine:
Honda's liquid-cooled, horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine is a key element to the Gold Wing's rich character, and while the general layout lives on, much has been done to make the powerplant more compact, more fuel efficient, and lighter. The engine is now 13.7 lbs lighter when equipped with Honda's six-speed manual transmission.
Specific changes for 2018 include a smaller, 73mm cylinder bore, updated crankshaft, and a Unicam valve train layout that has been proven on the award-winning Honda CRF450R motocrosser. Combustion efficiency is improved via the use of four valves per cylinder, while friction is reduced through the application of a new molybdenum coating on the piston skirts. Overall lighter package and enhanced vehicle aerodynamics, which led to improved fuel efficiency,engineershas reduced the fuel tank capacity by 1.1 gallons while retained the same great range as before. This change has improved handling via refined vehicle packaging and weight reduction. Additional changes include a new intake system for added responsiveness and torque, as well as an updated exhaust system that highlights the bike's livelier personality through a deeper exhaust note.
The Gold Wing chassis has undergone multiple revisions to increase low-speedmaneuverability and maintain high-speed stability. A robotically welded twin-spar aluminum frame uses plates with reconfigured thicknesses and is matched to a single-sided swingarm with new pivot-area structure. Together, the frame and swingarm contribute to a 4.4 lb. weight reduction, which when combined with the low center of gravity and better mass centralization, contributes significantly to the bike's improved nimbleness. Brakes have been upgraded via radially mounted front calipers and larger, 320mm rotors. Electronically controlled combined ABS works to distribute braking force to the front and rear wheels while saving weight through the use of a smaller, lighter circulation-type ABS modulator.
Electronics:
Fully modern, the 2018 Gold Wing features a throttle-by-wire system that has opened the door to four riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Hill Start Assist, and a finely tuned cruise-control system. Selecting the riding mode that's best suited for the riding conditions is easily accomplished through the Gold Wing's new controls, and then confirmed via a beautiful, 7-inch full-color Thin Film Transistor liquid-crystal display one of the many features that bolster the model's premium feel. In an industry first, the 2018 Gold Wing also comes equipped with Apple CarPlay, which connects the motorcycle to the user's iPhone to show maps, contacts, and music, all accessed through the motorcycle's display.
Chuck Boderman, Vice President of American Honda's Motorcycle Division said, "It's a great feeling to pull the wraps off the all-new Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour models here in Santa Barbara, a scenic town that itself strikes a balance between its celebrated history and modern flare. The impact of the GL line on the motorcycling world can be seen in the community that has formed around it, and we believe that in this latest version, Honda has produced a motorcycle that will be embraced by not only the existing Gold Wing community, but a fresh generation of riders seeking strong handling performance along with long-distance touring capabilities. Lighter, more agile, and more sophisticated, the 2018 Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour set a new standard for the touring category, with groundbreaking features that enhance the riding experience and encourage riders to get out on the road, creating more exciting stories than ever before."
The Gold Wing is planned to go on sale through Honda’s new “Honda Dream” sales channel to be launched in April 2018.
Key Updates:
Lighter overall package results in improved handling andmaneuverability
More compact, lighter engine with four-valve head and Unicam valve train
Available seven-speed DCT with Walking Mode forward/reverse
Six-speed manual transmission
Robotically weldedaluminum twin-tube frame with revised plate thicknesses
Radially mounted six-piston dual front brakingcalipers
Double-wishbone front-suspension system
Electrically controlled suspension
Throttle-by-wire with multiple riding modes
Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)
Hill Start Assist
Smart Key
Apple CarPlay compatibility
LED lighting
Updated design with 11.8 percent improved aerodynamic efficiency
Electric windscreen adjustment
Gold Wing Tour 2018
Gold Wing 2018
Read here, the ride experience and review of the Honda Gold Wing we have covered during the 0-100 Motorcycles project: Bike #45: Honda Gold Wing - The Unmatched Luxury - 'OLX and xBhp Present India in 0-100 Motorcycles'
The same has been exhibited today at Tokyo Motor Show 2017, Japan. The Honda Gold Wing grand touring model, which has been evolving as a flagship motorcycle model of Honda, and will underwent a full model change. The all-new Gold Wing features new technologies including a newly-developed horizontally-opposed 6-cylinder engine, 7-speed DCT and Honda’s original double wishbone suspension.
Engine:
Honda's liquid-cooled, horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine is a key element to the Gold Wing's rich character, and while the general layout lives on, much has been done to make the powerplant more compact, more fuel efficient, and lighter. The engine is now 13.7 lbs lighter when equipped with Honda's six-speed manual transmission.
Specific changes for 2018 include a smaller, 73mm cylinder bore, updated crankshaft, and a Unicam valve train layout that has been proven on the award-winning Honda CRF450R motocrosser. Combustion efficiency is improved via the use of four valves per cylinder, while friction is reduced through the application of a new molybdenum coating on the piston skirts. Overall lighter package and enhanced vehicle aerodynamics, which led to improved fuel efficiency,engineershas reduced the fuel tank capacity by 1.1 gallons while retained the same great range as before. This change has improved handling via refined vehicle packaging and weight reduction. Additional changes include a new intake system for added responsiveness and torque, as well as an updated exhaust system that highlights the bike's livelier personality through a deeper exhaust note.
The Gold Wing chassis has undergone multiple revisions to increase low-speedmaneuverability and maintain high-speed stability. A robotically welded twin-spar aluminum frame uses plates with reconfigured thicknesses and is matched to a single-sided swingarm with new pivot-area structure. Together, the frame and swingarm contribute to a 4.4 lb. weight reduction, which when combined with the low center of gravity and better mass centralization, contributes significantly to the bike's improved nimbleness. Brakes have been upgraded via radially mounted front calipers and larger, 320mm rotors. Electronically controlled combined ABS works to distribute braking force to the front and rear wheels while saving weight through the use of a smaller, lighter circulation-type ABS modulator.
Electronics:
Fully modern, the 2018 Gold Wing features a throttle-by-wire system that has opened the door to four riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Hill Start Assist, and a finely tuned cruise-control system. Selecting the riding mode that's best suited for the riding conditions is easily accomplished through the Gold Wing's new controls, and then confirmed via a beautiful, 7-inch full-color Thin Film Transistor liquid-crystal display one of the many features that bolster the model's premium feel. In an industry first, the 2018 Gold Wing also comes equipped with Apple CarPlay, which connects the motorcycle to the user's iPhone to show maps, contacts, and music, all accessed through the motorcycle's display.
Chuck Boderman, Vice President of American Honda's Motorcycle Division said, "It's a great feeling to pull the wraps off the all-new Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour models here in Santa Barbara, a scenic town that itself strikes a balance between its celebrated history and modern flare. The impact of the GL line on the motorcycling world can be seen in the community that has formed around it, and we believe that in this latest version, Honda has produced a motorcycle that will be embraced by not only the existing Gold Wing community, but a fresh generation of riders seeking strong handling performance along with long-distance touring capabilities. Lighter, more agile, and more sophisticated, the 2018 Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour set a new standard for the touring category, with groundbreaking features that enhance the riding experience and encourage riders to get out on the road, creating more exciting stories than ever before."
The Gold Wing is planned to go on sale through Honda’s new “Honda Dream” sales channel to be launched in April 2018.
Key Updates:
Lighter overall package results in improved handling andmaneuverability
More compact, lighter engine with four-valve head and Unicam valve train
Available seven-speed DCT with Walking Mode forward/reverse
Six-speed manual transmission
Robotically weldedaluminum twin-tube frame with revised plate thicknesses
Radially mounted six-piston dual front brakingcalipers
Double-wishbone front-suspension system
Electrically controlled suspension
Throttle-by-wire with multiple riding modes
Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)
Hill Start Assist
Smart Key
Apple CarPlay compatibility
LED lighting
Updated design with 11.8 percent improved aerodynamic efficiency
Electric windscreen adjustment
Gold Wing Tour 2018
Gold Wing 2018
Read here, the ride experience and review of the Honda Gold Wing we have covered during the 0-100 Motorcycles project: Bike #45: Honda Gold Wing - The Unmatched Luxury - 'OLX and xBhp Present India in 0-100 Motorcycles'
