I own the same bike,don't ride with the right mirror folded in, if you turn left the brake lever will hit the mirror and apply the brake.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Oh jeez that’s a good tip. Didn’t think of that :/
@destructiveblue
4 жыл бұрын
Since it is a touring type bike, then not every road will be cemented. Can you show us offroad handling?
@cjeam9199
4 жыл бұрын
mr. destructive I don’t think a goldwing is designed to be a touring bike that you take off tarmaced roads. That’s what the adventure bikes are for no?
@a158x9mnh6
4 жыл бұрын
So.... how do you know that...
@paulrelf9812
4 жыл бұрын
So true..... Hit a VW bus old one with silly 3' wide mirrors added to it that swung over on me cutting through traffic clipped the mirror back as I tried to turn left to avoid it all. I ride with my fore finger and sometimes second finger over the brake lever at all times and as the handle bars went left I managed to flick the mirror back open again. But have locked the brake up as you mentioned when parking close to my garage door. Folding it in on purpose then trying to straighten or stand upright cause problem locking brakes when actuating steering lock.
@robdove4105
4 жыл бұрын
The Goldwing is a great commuter. I used 2 of them for more than a decade of commuting. 186,000 miles on the first one, 235,000 on the second. Traded the last one in on a BMW R1250RT. I am also using the BMW as a back and forth to work vehicle. Nice thing on touring bikes is you can stop at the store and get groceries or what ever. The utility is as good as an economy car, power to embarrass sports cars and a great warranty. Best type of vehicle available touring and sport touring bikes.
@randyking9138
4 жыл бұрын
I'm still driving my 1980 wing and yes you can use it as a daily driver. The hard part is stopping at your job......so easy to sail on by and apologize later.
@Miskini-tj6ec
4 жыл бұрын
Perfectly said. I’m in construction and many days I drive past the site and return 15 minutes late. Stay safe.
@bruceyung70
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed, I daily drive my 2012 goldwing everyday and even during winter time here in Tx. 35 degrees is my low temperature limit but rarely ever go below that. Upper temperature is bearable most of the time on highways. Rain makes my ride slower but still doable but gust of wind is my achelles heel.
@jonsea4225
4 жыл бұрын
Good video! I’ve commuted 110 kilometres daily in Edmonton city traffic for over 25 years on a GL 1500 and HD Ultra Limited and always enjoyed the large bikes for their comfort and caring capacity, they also have a good presence on the road that gets a little more respect from the cages.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
That’s true mate! Everyone notices the GW coming and gives you room
@matrixdean
4 жыл бұрын
I own the same bike but live in rural Saskatchewan. I actually bought it because it’s so much easier to ride than my Ultra Classic Harley. Thx for the tour through London.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Easier how? Because of the DCT? Or do you mean the handling too?
@matrixdean
4 жыл бұрын
MOTOBOB I find because of the Goldwing DCT has a much lower center of gravity than the Harley and the smoothness makes it so much easier and also more comfortable to ride. And of course hats off to you for being so comfortable in London traffic. We don’t practice lane splitting and ride much less aggressive in Canada.
@therealunclevanya
4 жыл бұрын
Watching you squeeze through gaps made me chuckle. I rode a CX500 with a barn door Rickman fairing around London in the 80's and it brought back many happy memories.
@FutureReverberations
4 жыл бұрын
I dont own a bike. I dont plan on getting a bike. But I watched this from beginning to end. Its very pretty.
@jamesb.2064
4 жыл бұрын
I ride my 2018 Goldwing to work everyday. The best part of my day is usually the ride to and from work. I don’t have the traffic I’m seeing on your vid however, and here, you can’t lane split. But the bike ride is what saves my sanity. Lol
@mccgunter
3 жыл бұрын
I had to comment because you said exactly what I tell everyone who thinks I’m crazy for riding year round! My current bike is a 2016 Ultra Limited but I hope to own a DCT Wing in the future.
@willumland963
4 жыл бұрын
I'm in Newport News, Virginia, USA and I daily a 1990 Goldwing SE.
@shaneevc8879
4 жыл бұрын
I have the Goldwing DCT and ride it into the centre of Melbourne every weekday. When I arrive at work, I feel chilled and relaxed. Years ago I had a 1996 Goldwing 1500 and rode that the same, however that felt like a BIG bike in the same traffic and ended up selling it as it was best suited for its true purpose; long distance touring. Back to the new 2018 DCT; it's fast nimble and the DCT makes it a breeze to commute which I've been doing for over 6 months now. Once you get used to the mirror width you easily filter the traffic with ease. Drag the back brake and find the sweet spot in the DCT to manoeuvre at extreme slow speed. Yes, it's long but as with all things you adjust. I love it! Then head out on the twisties or highway and soak it up.
@zerozs
4 жыл бұрын
I want to get one as a daily driver, but I don't have a garage to park it in. I live in year long temperate weather, not to hot or cold. Do you think this bike will be fine outside all the time? Any recommendations if I did? Thanks in advance.
@shaneevc8879
4 жыл бұрын
Polish & wax should keep the shiny gloss paint protected but like any bike matt plastic like handlebar controls etc, continued exposure to the elements will fade and chalk off. Having said that, if you can secure it a bike cover will be fine and will protect it. I am lucky, I have undercover parking both at home and work. When I go on trips I consider a bike cover essential and cover it every night. Doing this, and by way of example, I had a 20 yo dark blue Honda ST1100 and all surfaces looked new when I sold it by caring for it that way, and I used that every day too in all weather, 37C down to 3C and raining. Hope that helps.
@mikedenman2567
4 жыл бұрын
@@zerozs I have an older 1800, and it has been left out for about 4 years and never had any problems
@scottwheaton9689
4 ай бұрын
@@zerozsinvest in a quality outside all weather cover along with keeping a hood coat of wax on the bike and you will be fine. I have to park a bike outside in upstate ny and doing what I rec above s has kept it looking good for many yrs with very little corrosion issues. But the key is the always keep a good coat of wax along with the expensive quality all weather water proof(not just water resistant !) breathable cover that collectively together are key to keeping the elements from ruining the bike cosmetically. Also,make sure to apply a product on all rubber parts & seat to protect them from outside elements too. If you get a cheap cover & don’t wax it & apply rubber & seat protectant often enough the outside Storrage WILL eventually degrade the bike for sure! Good luck.
@dbest1aVlogs
4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful test ride in such tight spaces. I noticed the same with the neutral balance, and barely needing to drop a foot at slow crawls. Very nice. Awesome video,very well thought out.
@kimhorton6109
4 жыл бұрын
I have an even heavier GoldWing, a 2015, and have used it daily, weather permitting. I don’t ride in the rain any more as I am retired and don’t have to go out if I don’t want to. The GW is a fantastic scoot because it’s so versatile. Anything can ride along. I carry as much as four big cloth bags of groceries, tools from Lowe’s. I go to the barber, movies, doctor appointments, it’s all good.
@garrygriffiths1540
3 жыл бұрын
IM JUST A GOLDWING WANNABE BUT I REALLY FIND YOUR VIDS ENJOYABLE . KEEP THE FANTASTIC WORK YOU DO GOING - BE SAFE .
@Lycanbrew
3 жыл бұрын
The black and red 2020 DCT is an absolute dream bike for me.
@michaelhensley8203
4 жыл бұрын
I rode a max'd out BMW touring K in city conditions and heavy traffic for many years. It is not about how big the bike is, it's about to do you have a safe/good place to park it! As long as you have a place to park your MC, the size does not matter.
@duncankelman
2 жыл бұрын
I have a new 2022 Goldwing and live near London. I’ve been around town on it and it’s great! I absolutely love the Wing! I had an Africa Twin and a XDiavel before this, and this bike it much easier to get around on.
@YA-ee9zf
4 жыл бұрын
If you can use a car or a bicycle as a daily commuter you surely can use a gold-wing also some police use it daily.
@gthomas15229
4 жыл бұрын
Pittsburgh PA city police Harley Davidson Bikes have a sidecar put on for winter usage.
@pilotalan
4 жыл бұрын
I commute on my 2012 Wing, and a Multistrada (pretty even split between them). 35 mile one-way commute. Awesome in cold weather, or in rain.
@donlaight5943
4 жыл бұрын
Aren't the police machines Pan Europeans??
@gpz550a2
4 жыл бұрын
@@donlaight5943 they are whatever that particular force decides to buy. Lancashire police have BMW R1200RT and at least one unmarked Kawasaki sport tourer.
@NoGoodHandlesComingToMind
3 жыл бұрын
13:48, love the fancy Rolls over there
@orshaharorna.shahar8921
4 жыл бұрын
I had Harley Road King for 3 years and used it 365 days a year in havy trafic of Tel-Aviv. you get use to the big size.
@Rogdog692002
4 жыл бұрын
Or Shahar orna.shahar +1. Own a Street Glide and can confirm. I don’t prefer it to riding my Smaller bikes, but once used to the weight and size, I can lane split with confidence. The size and noise also makes me less likely to be bullied by taxis etc.
@abazdarhon
4 жыл бұрын
Have k1600 GTLe and use north scotland as daily commute aparat When They put salt on roads and never commute quicker safer and in comfort before.
@thepassionofthegoose5472
4 жыл бұрын
My daily is a KTM 1290 SAR, which is smaller but tall in a way few bikes are and it's just fine once you become accustomed.
@rizzorides2490
4 жыл бұрын
Same. I had a 99 Roadking that was my daily rider. I added air suspension so I could lower the suspension in heavy traffic; effectively lowering the center of gravity.
@TheTripleDubya
4 жыл бұрын
Yep, have had a Road King since 2011, have ridden it across Australia twice and through quite a few cities and amazingly I've never really had a problem lane splitting. Locally (Newcastle) no problem, some parts of Sydney though get a bit tight but it would be tight on a small scooter too.
@escalatorfou4558
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, i've bought the same DCT Goldwing in may 2018 - tosay I have 22'000km on the clock. I ride it every day in Geneva and it is just superb. Big of course but with easy handling. Best environement is mountains & passes, then riding in manual gearbox mode together with sport mode. Amazing. So long
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like fun - wish I had mountains and passes to try it :)
@TheMissendenFlyer
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Rob and great bike eh? So far I've only had a brief first ride on the Gold Wing but I quickly new it was something special - I'm getting a long term loan from Honda in the spring...I suspect this very bike...and I can't wait to do some longer runs with Mrs Flyer on the back. So you've handled the in town stuff, I'll have a go at touring! Thoroughly enjoyed your summing up and getting me all excited about having your hand-me-down!!
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I’m sure you’ll enjoy it - there’s boatloads of space for the mrs on the back, although my wife is too heavily pregnant for biking so I had Tim fulfil pillion reviewing duties and he loved it, my riding aside. One word of caution - I had the ignition on to film the lights, screen, navigation etc etc. But forgot I’d left the heated seat and grips on, so ran the battery flat. Had to call the AA because I was miles from home (and it’s 380kg so not much chance of pushing it). The procedure to get to the battery is quite something - remove the fallback key from the keyless device, pop a panel off the back of the bike with a flathead, use the key to manually unlock the left pannier which is normally electronically opened, then pop a panel off which was hidden by the pannier door to reveal the battery... whew! The AA guy couldn’t believe it
@howardgold7562
4 жыл бұрын
I don't commute as such but I do use my wing in central London all the time, no problem. Can't fit through the gaps that a scooter can but it's easy to filter and Lane split where there is room.
@timhogan6710
4 жыл бұрын
I own the same bike but with much different riding conditions in the US. I don't ride to save time. I like to kick back and enjoy the ride. I bought the bike mostly to ride cross country. So the storage is a big concern. I ended up buying a bad that sits perfectly in the back seat which I can also rest back on. This works out great.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Nice! I see that there’s a solo rider back rest as an accessory too - I’d be tempted by that
@michaelberman6467
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Great Video riding through London Bob! I want to mention two things before commenting. I do not own a 2018 or newer Honda DCT Goldwing but I did get to know itas I was able to ride one for about an hour and tested a number of manuevers with it, including doing slow speed riding as I am a MSF Rider Coach in the states. Firstly, being in London you can legally lane split but in the USA unfortunately we can not, other than in the state of California!. That's right we can't even lane split on highways except in California. I know, what a waste of fossil fuels! That being said it would be interesting to hear your opinion if you think that the DCT Goldwing would be one of the best bikes to ride in London in if it WAS ILLEGAL to lane split (filter to the front)? Like a scooter or Ebike, there is no need to fatigue while stuck in traffic for long periods of your commute riding a DCT bike. So try to imagine how wonderful it would be having all the space and comfort and NOT having to shift up and down 4 gears just to stop at the very next light. Imagine doing this in traffic now for 45mins -1 hour. One thing you did not mention is that while some bikes are automatics and scooters have CVTs (Centrifical Clutches), the DCT Goldwing actually has 7 speeds (gears not a belt) and as such feels like a real motorcycle as it cycles through it's gears. Also, rider's can choose manual shift mode (using shift up/down paddle buttons) when they want to get sassy in the twisties for a quick downshift just prior to entering a sweet turn. Regarding performing U-TURNS and Riding Slowly Smoothly on a DCT bike: The best way to ride the DCT Goldwing is to never drag the front brake but actually the opposite, YOU should be dragging your rear brake. When moving on from a stop, try having your rear brake slightly depressed, now crack a little bit of throttle and hold the bike back from moving, then when ready, ease just a little bit up on the rear brake (SMOOTH). So you use the rear brake kind of like you would use your clutch lever on a standard transmission motorcycle. If you get decent you can try the same method while doing U-Turns, just be sure to have enough constant throttle (RPMs) and use that rear brake to allow the motorcycle to smoothly crawl at whatever speed you choose. Oh and of course, when doing U-Turns, Counterweight, crank your head around and look in the direction you want to go and you will be doing U-Turns as well as others with manual transmissions. Let me know how you do with this method! Thanks Mike in CT
@JeepAndThings
4 жыл бұрын
I did it for 7 years with my Brand new #674 Yellow ABS goldwing in 2001. No issues at all and that was 37 miles one way in stop and go traffic at times, and 115F out (Phoenix, AZ). I even drove in snow, (not much, but yes). I say hell yea you can!
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Snow! You’re a brave man Wayne
@Navigator78
3 жыл бұрын
Can you daily a Golding? Yes, i use my 1500 everyday, and i find her more comfortable than my car. AND a lot more stylish too.
@arjenbootsma6881
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a 365 (366 this year!) day/year rider, since I got rid of my car a while ago. But I live in Atlanta, Georgia, US, where we on average get one snow day per year. A (sport-) touring bike is actually the perfect city bike, because of the luggage. You can leave your helmet and gear on the bike if you go see a movie, e.g., and you can run your errands with it. I have a Kawasaki Versys 1000 with the standard side bags and a top trunk, a bit nimbler for city riding than the Wing, but pretty much as good for long distance. The biggest issue with city riding is that it is plain annoying, regardless of the bike.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I love leaving my lid in the bike. In fact the top box on the Goldwing takes a couple. And I agree re city riding!
@BikerJim74
4 жыл бұрын
Man I hate riding in Atlanta
@arjenbootsma6881
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikerJim74 True, riding in the city is rather unpleasant, but less than an hour north of Atlanta the riding in the mountains is great!
@1990-t1j
4 жыл бұрын
Earlier, on another video of yours, you asked me whether I'd be trying out a new Rocket lll. I tell you what, I'd much rather have a go on this. It's brilliant.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
It’s really grown on me to be honest. It’s super practical in many respects. Just the cost...
@szaesz8190
4 жыл бұрын
@@motobob what is with the cost??? looking to get one, in the info gathering procedure for now...
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
@@szaesz8190 The goldwing? £30,000 here...
@szaesz8190
4 жыл бұрын
@@motobob In London? Same in Manchester I guess 🤣. Anything else other then the price?
@jackiehenri733
4 жыл бұрын
@@motobob 36000 Euro "clés en main " en France. It's mean ready to start.
@MrSparklespring
4 жыл бұрын
Great review. I remember behind my cousin when he bought a second hand Goldwing 1000 fourcylinder, that torque already vlew me away then! Still the same red dark metallic colour! I commute with a Piaggio Xevo 250 scooter in Antwerp, Belgium (0.5 million inhabitants) and I'm perfectly happy with it.
@DirkHav
3 жыл бұрын
For me : the best review of the Goldwing. And I'v seen a lot on KZitem.
@peterdonnellan4295
4 ай бұрын
I commuted in London for 2 years on a Honda Blackbird, great bike.
@user-cx2bk6pm2f
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant discussion about the Goldwing. Too many other reviewers are stupidly obsessed with the size and neglect to mention the fine points discussed here.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers G. It’s a cracking bike
@jamesmason4212
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video, love it when a Brit say “like butter”. I’m seriously considering a Goldwing for my next bike. Currently have a 2016 Aprillia Caponord Rally 1200, it is the largest I’ve ridden so far. Keep the Goldwing videos coming ;)
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks James - should be able to get a couple more vids out before I take it back to Honda to swap it for an Africa Twin, which I'm also excited about
@shaneevc8879
4 жыл бұрын
James, I tend to be a Honda brand loyalist but you definitely will not regret the purchase of a new Wing.
@cliff8675
3 жыл бұрын
My daily driver is an R1200RT. I'm not as "in town" as your ride, but I've never had an issue with it that would make me think it wouldn't be perfectly comfortable in the city.
@mindspinn311
4 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking about getting one of these for fun and touring in California where I live. They’re heavily discounted and DCT seems to be less popular, and that’s what I want🤞🏼
@oulupulu
4 жыл бұрын
Daily Ride: BMW G310R. I recently borrowed a Road King for the weekend, it was a heck of a nice bike but sure made my arms ache the next day.
@roc2coffee
3 жыл бұрын
First....I enjoyed your video! Initially thought humorous for a daily rider in London! I live in Arizona, USA in a small town without any traffic lights. There is great touring in the Southwest...I've purchased a new 2019 base model and will receive soon after accessories are installed. I had a 2015 F6B which was a great bike, but old tech. I then had a BMW R1600B which was not as stable as the Honda, but damn what a motor! My 2017 Triumph T120 black may be my favorite bike over the past 50 years! Sorry for babbling....keep up the good work....I Subscribed! CHEERS !
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne
3 жыл бұрын
I owned a Gold-Wing at the same time as a Honda NC750. My commute was 55 miles each way, and mostly motorway. I found the Wing the best on those days that were too cold, otherwise the practicality of the NC with it's narrower dimensions once I got into the city made it the bike of choice. I actually got rid of the Wing in the end due to the lack of use...
@klt479
3 жыл бұрын
I use my 2018 Goldwing as a daily driver. Best dialy ride I've ever had, and I've had many While it's heavy ,it's amazing low speed maneuverability and torque makes it perfect.
@hamidkootval3930
4 жыл бұрын
5 Glodwing 1100s, 1 goldwing 1500, and 2 Valkyries one of which I still own.. Cant wait to get my hands on the "bagger " version of this bike when the world gets back to normal... Enjoyed your video...Lived in London in the 70's and 80's , now in Miami.. Boy the London weather is awful..lol.
@merlinxyzzy
4 жыл бұрын
My previous bike was a BMW GSA and now I have the 2018 GW. Hands down the GW is much smoother and more comfortable because of 2 main features. The low center of gravity and the DCT. I agree it is massive and significantly heavier than the GSA but those 2 features makes the GW easier to ride especially in the city. Both are amazing bikes. The GW maintenance schedule and costs are 1/2 that if the GSA. Android Auto is now released and working well on the GW and ACP still works well. Wish the GW had a touch screen.
@andrewkitchenuk
2 жыл бұрын
Agree about the touch screen which is brilliant on my Africa Twin. Can't believe the GW doesn't have one at the price it is.
@deeptoot1453
4 жыл бұрын
I'm convinced. I need to get one.
@Tutubashi
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review for an awesome bike
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
@gbinman
4 жыл бұрын
I ride a 15 Road Glide Ultra CVO. Way heavier but I never ride commuter traffic. Filtering as you call it, well, I am never in that much of a hurry to split lanes. Enjoyed your video and perspective.
@ConservativeCalifornian1032
2 жыл бұрын
I daily ride my 02 goldwing and its tiring making stops and turns in crowded Los Angeles, but its still the greatest bike ive ever ridden.
@stoney3398
4 жыл бұрын
I own not one, but two Triumph Trophies, a first year SE 2013 and last year 2017. After over 50,000 miles on the first one, I found out they were discontinuing the model, and found a great deal on a new 2017, so I snatched it up. now almost 30,000 miles on that one. Absolutely love the bike, as do most owners. Fortunately I don't have to do much city riding, which is good, considering how top heavy the bike is. But as soon as it starts rolling, the weight goes away, and it's a great handling machine, and amazing on 500+ mile rides! There may be a Tiger 900 in my future, something I can use on halfway decent dirt roads.
@ginogina4589
4 жыл бұрын
I miss London SO MUCH. Great vid buddy.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers! :)
@paulsmyth497
3 жыл бұрын
Seen this video before. Just relaxing with a glass of vino, and fancied watching it again. Superb video mate, and I can see myself in a few more years with one. I am just about to retire and spend more time with a couple of my bikes, one of which is the original Goldwing, GL1000 flat four, from 1975 - not the nineties. Oh you young lads - you have so much to learn 👍😉
@dougfielding8215
4 жыл бұрын
I rode a Big '09 Harley Electraglide in a city of 1,300, 000 for 10 years and a Goldwing for many years before that. Supreme comfort and storage. I got a bit older and decided to go lighter so I traded the Glide in for a 2019 Kawasaki W800 and love that bike, (a little more than half the weight). But man, I do miss that beautiful Harley. Great engine, great soul. But now I don't worry about dropping it when u-turning or maneuvering in the garage and backing it out of the garage and over the curb. When underway both the Electraglide and Goldwing were a piece of cake and super comfortable. I'm 5'9 and slim. If you are somewhat fit and not suffering from physical maladies you can ride these over 800 lb. Bikes just fine, only not quite as carefree as lighter bikes, especially in low speed maneuvering.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I’m interested to get back on my street twin (similar weight to w800) once the Goldwing goes back. It’s going to feel like a minimoto
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne
4 жыл бұрын
I used a previous model 'Wing as a commuter bike, so for sure you can use this. But you have to be realistic about your expectations. I have since moved to a Honda NC75 DCT for commuting and it makes way more sense, not least because of the NC's fuel economy of well over 80mpg, and that's around town. On a run it will do 100mpg. Furthermore it is less wide and as such far more nimble through the gaps.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely a more sensible choice! I rode a manual NC for a bit and it was great - torquey and easy to ride. Weight down low
@LadybugAdventures
4 жыл бұрын
Wow that's the last bike I thought you'd be riding in London. Well done!
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Haha cheers LBA. When Honda asked which bikes I’d be interested to try, I had to have a go on this
@FarmerTorque
4 жыл бұрын
Very few bikers will realise just how much fun something like this can be. Twenty years ago I ran a BMW 1200LT for two years - a very similar bike to the Gold Wing. Thrashed it mercilessly, ground the pegs away and basically had a ball. So much fun. Late one afternoon it took me from middle England to South Devon in heavy rain to witness the total eclipse from a fantastic vantage point. Many other trips have left great memories. Ultimately, at the time, got fed up with the weight and the thrill of a fast bike won me back. 3 years ago I tried to re-live the experience with a K1600GT which turned out to be an epic fail. Mighty tempted with this latest Wing.....Not ridden one...don't have a spare £30k....which may be a good thing...!!!!!
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
You’re not the first to comment about the K1600. What happened with yours? Hope you’re well!
@FarmerTorque
4 жыл бұрын
Mine was the Current GT - Umm...! Overall impressive but dreadfully 'cloncky' gearbox completely at odds with the 6 cylinder - Not enough low down torque, Hands and feet exposed to the elements - crazy on such a bike (same on the GTL) Fortunately bought at the right price so didn't lose. Really interesting riding with you on the Wing !!!! and yes, very well thanks! Cheers - Farmer
@bentleyhar
4 жыл бұрын
Nice review 👍👌 I have the k1600B and I sure like that bike once you're moving the weight disappears
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I love the looks of the K1600B. Must try one out some time
@walterfernandezmendez2688
Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU, WALTER, FROM MADRID, SPAIN.
@donaldsoncole3095
4 жыл бұрын
If you go down on the wing, your gear is safe in the top box and pans ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@alan15768
4 жыл бұрын
I am riding a 2019 Honda shadow Phantom through New York city area traffic , i am aged 63 at five foot seven and 137 pounds , the phantom is big enough for me , it fits me perfectly .
@ctx700
4 жыл бұрын
Honda Goldwing is a beautiful bike . I have a Honda CTX700 DCT which I bought from Switzerland and drove it all the way to Morocco.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an epic trip!
@ctx700
4 жыл бұрын
MOTOBOB it was a long trip through Italy, France, Spain and final destination is Morocco where my bike is staying . I will ride it when I am over there.
@stevebolton8471
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting to see you push the GW through traffic. The NC750 DCT would be a better commuter and fuel efficient
@davehahn5639
4 жыл бұрын
We daily what ever we own most motorcyclists only have 1 bike sk if we commute well it is what it is and the dct in this story makes it much easier
@paulrelf9812
4 жыл бұрын
Hello MotoBob, you asked for people using this bike as a daily commuter in traffic. Well I'm a very ecstatic owner of a 2018 Goldwing DCT non tourer. I had had the 1500 version years back, bought myself a BMW 1109 RT in 98 Honda Rune in 2004 and a BMW 1600 GTL in 2013. Little bit of back ground, I'm an ex patriot living in LA, California for 31 years. I have owned a couple of CNC machine shops specifically making concepts for the design studios in LA, Detroit and sometimes Japan with my main client being Honda R&D in Torrance. Some of these talented and resourceful designers have become personal friends over the years and I have proudly prototyped many parts for the motor vehicle and motorcycle design teams alike. I know first hand the extensive attention to detail that Honda puts into every bike for of transit they produce. I saw the launch of the 2018 Goldwing and I wanted one. I called my friend at HRA and asked him about this DCT model. He didn't even hesitate... Get the automatic one, you won't be sorry. At the time the dealers wanted over market price for them. That's a swear word to me after spending hundreds of hours helping prototype it. DelAmo motor sports had 5 on the floor in different levels of trim. I really wanted the smoked brownish one but figured first scratch and I could not buff it out. So I bought the czndy apple red one. Told the young chap there, go tell your manager, I'll give him $25k for this one cash, now. That didn't include the tax they wanted nor dealer prep. Which added over $2,709 to their $25k asking price.. Twenty mins later it was sitting outside and was having a full tank of gas added. Unriden, untested and relying on the experience of my Honda friend / designer, I had spent $25k and was on my way to Lake Havasu, AZ. With a shit eating grin from one ear to the other. I found the drive switch, it clunked into gear and I slowly pulled forward. This thing felt really light on the steering and very controllable. I made a left out of their driveway as a car came speeding around the corner, as eager as me to get to where he was going. (Friday afternoon traffic, Socal at its worse is a free for all). This would test my skills, I opened the throttle laid it down on the left and waited for that boot grinding crunch caught under the gear shifter as I reached for 2nd which had already happened and I was gone I'm about 5'9" 185 lbs. This bike is quick off the line. Seven speeds and a sport mode, the 125 hp feels like it's 300 horses trying to pull your arms off. I generally ride it in default tour mode. It's much tamer and a lot more controllable than scary mode in heavy traffic, Fly by wire controls don't sense a cable pull to open and close a throttle flap and needle. This is 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection. Compared to the old 1830 cc GW I had this thing is way different. It's a tourer, it's a sports bike and when you can master the balance you can impress by doing one handed braking, pull up to the stop sign, stop, release the brake and take off again whilst rubbing your girlfriends private parts and getting a clip on the back of your helmet. So in answer to your question. Love this bike, more so than the BMW which was amazing until the screwed up the design of it by going all rounded on the body panels. The Honda has hard lines, beautifully sculpted and finish is flawless. Handling is incredibly good but I've scraped the pegs too many times. Pegs need more clearance and whoever decided to electronically limit the speed to 113 mph, needs shooting. Also tire choice is very limited with only a hand full of choices. Brakes wear out ridiculously quickly because you tend to have to stop all too quickly with those powerful and I meen powerful brakes because it's automatic. You can bump it down manually with the up down triptronic which I use for overtaking out of the car pool lane when spade is tight. The brakes 6 piston fronts Two sets are $200. Pricy because chances are you'll get 12,000 miles if you are lucky. I need to tale a third mortgage and replace front and rear this tome at 24,000 miles. I'll do the service myself.... As the only Honda dealer out o many, qualified to do a service in this bike does not lend you a loaner bike while your s is in their monkey's hands unlike BMW. For some reason time to time the Honda will stick in gear and not want to shift up. It happens really rarely but often enough that I hit shift up on the triptronic automatically now without screaming the nuts off at 600= rpm. I'm sure the tweek Honda did with the DCT with throttle and gearbox is because of this qwerky function that will happen when you least need it too. So I'm selling mine if anyone wants to buy it so I can get the new one. BTW 2018 infosystem sucks. Big screen great, clear but won't find half the shit I'm looking for and I still have not managed to hook my either my 2014 or my 2019 Shuberth helmet up to the bike properly. Worked perfectly on the BMW 7 years ago. Why can't Honda get their GPS off of garmin or TomTom. Because the wonderful improvements they are claiming are bug fixes they couldn't update for the 2018 edition.... Please admit it Honda..... And fix it. This is not Gen 6 but Gen 5 Rev 2. Paul Relf
@LouisGiliberto
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2005 1800GL and the one thing that stops it from being a great daily driver is stop-and-go traffic. Wrangling that heavy of a bike in stop-and-go and often up hills gets old quick, and filtering isn't legal in the state where I live. But without stop-and-go traffic? Awesome. I can do grocery shopping on it, use it on the expressway no problem, the fairings and windshield keep me nice and warm, etc. And, yes, when I first got it I came from a 650cc V-Star Cruiser, and getting used to that weight at low speed took a while. Bikes that heavy are less forgiving at slow speeds. But it does get better with practice.
@johnvaleriewelbers2995
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid thanks for taking us along. Cheers from bc 😎🏍💨💨💨💨🇨🇦👍🏻 lighter than my ultra limited
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@richardsmith5249
4 жыл бұрын
Once on my old GL1200 I basically filtered round the M25 from the A12 to the M4 and out to Reading. About 80 miles, and I wasn't sitting about. This was rush hour on a Friday BTW. Clipped a mirror on a Transit near Slough but that was the only incident. This was about 15 years ago - I don't ride like that nowadays (much). But yeah, great big wide heavy barges will get through the traffic easier than you'd imagine if you haven't tried it.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve clipped a transit or two... their mirrors are so big. That’s why I don’t have mirrors on my own bike - the bars just slip under van mirrors
@bikerpumbajh8108
4 жыл бұрын
Don’t have Apple, most ppl have android so don’t get the Apple hype. Front suspension is nothing like BMW it’s an all new 2018 Honda design with a double wishbone suspension. fine video and review
@fladave99
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 1300 ST and have no problems and drive city every day. BUT you have to stay on top of it every minute because it can get away on you fast and there is no stopping it if it is going over.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t had any serious moments on the GW but it does scare you if you even feel slightly like you’re off balance
@richardconnoly
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting review. I am fortunate enough to have a WR250R, Tiger 800 XCX and 2010 Goldwing. When I only owned the GW, I did daily communicating on the bike, and it works well. The great benefit is how comfortable it is to drive around without all the heavy gear required of the other bikes. The WR is perfect for zipping around in stalled traffic, and the Tiger is the best of both worlds. The GW keeps my wife very happy for the weekend and longer trips. The Tiger is ok for short rides with her, and the WR is a none starter. I have taken both the GW and the Tiger into Mexico and the radiator placement of the GW in sweltering weather is perfect as it vents all that hot air in front and well way from both my passenger and me. The Tiger can dump heat from both the rad and the catalytic converter into the rider, and that sucks. The long-travel suspension on the Tiger is ideal for rough pavement, to off-road up to but not including signal track. All my bikes get the suspension upgraded, and I see the same is recommended for the current model of GW. Google Max McAllister & Traxxion Dynamics. As a previous owner of a Harley, our HD riding group used to enjoy singing our own version of: "Chest Nuts Roasting on an Open Fire!" whenever we got stuck in hot summer traffic. The short answer is that we all get good at what we practice. This makes the GW a great daily rider if you can live with the few shortcomings. BTW I always carry an old and slightly dusty gray motorcycle cover in the GW. Hey, there is more than enough room to do so. With the grey cover over the GW, the bike disappears from public interest, and I have never had an issue with someone screwing around with the GW once covered. The triple on the Tiger is impressive both on and off-road. Even with a 14 tooth front sprocket installed, the top end speeds are just silly. What the 14t sprocket and tuned long-travel suspension offer is an excellent ride in for daily commuting. I did neet to install a MadStad screen on the Tiger to get the wind noise and blast down to enjoy the daily run into traffic at highway speeds. I did notice the 2025 Tiger needed an upgrade to both the front and backlight. Cyclopes LEDs and "Tiger 800 Tail/Brake Light upgrade" on youtube. All the GW lighting in traffic does make a big difference. I can also vouch for Ride Like a Pro and Jerry Palladino. I picked up his book, DVD and some little plastic cones. It is rather impressive to see some of his students that are new to riding and rather petite through a GW around on their first ride with the bike. kzitem.info/news/bejne/rbCszqFphHl2ooo
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the detail in this comment Rick! Interesting to get your take. And I might take a look for Jerry’s book now too
@stevesteve1965
4 жыл бұрын
Holy cow! 30k???? I do almost the same route commute as you and a good commuter bike is the one that you can nip in and out in between stationary cars and move around on your toes...I would be constantly fretting about width ,length and weight. Undoubtedly comfortable and great place to be but it's a great bike if your commute is along the M4. Looks fun tho, Nice review👍
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah the one long weekend ride I did sold me on it as a distance tourer. It's unbelievably comfortable at 80.
@rocketrollsvlogs7625
Жыл бұрын
Coming back to watch this because I am two years into my Africa Twin and I'm ready to swap out my daily commuter (that occasionally gets out on a country roadtrip) bike. I ride in the winter, and live in the city (Wash DC). You can't always avoid the potholes. I find the wind pocket from the mirrors really interesting plus the heated grips and seat. Since technically, by the rules, if you follow the rules, we can't filter here in the states (aside from California), so the size doesn't discourage me. Of course a goldwing is not the ideal bike for the city, but you want what you want.
@UltimateDazzle
2 жыл бұрын
I have the same bike, I find it easy to filter compared to my previous RTs and GSs, it’s a lot narrower than initial looks. DCT makes it a doddle. The downer is cleaning it!
@andrewwilliamson1106
4 жыл бұрын
absolutely brilliant review.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers AW!
@RobertMartin-jn4qs
4 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your review, thanks. Would very much enjoy the Honda Goldwing DCT in my next phase, retirement.
@roberthall1437
4 жыл бұрын
Bob. An interesting and good video. I'd be very frustrated riding around London on that Honda on a daily commute. The Honda was designed for open road touring in the USA. If i lived in London it would be a Grom for me.
@RufusCapstick
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2013 F6B Goldwing and I daily drive it in heavy town traffic, you do get used to it. The only downside like you say, is that it won't fit in some gaps, even with the mirrors folded and parking is a bit harder than on a scooter. Overall a scooter is far more practical in town but nothing can beat the day long comfort of the wing.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
It's hands down the most comfortable bike I've ridden - agreed
@jackiehenri733
4 жыл бұрын
I have bought the same, red one and DCT for a year but I ride ar right :) Hello from Toulouse France. Thks for your vidéos.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
👋 how do you like it so far? As reliable as everyone says?
@jackiehenri733
4 жыл бұрын
@@motobob I am fond of GW DCT Tour. The sound, the engine with just the power we need. I can go fast when I want and I can enjoy the quiet ride when I wish to look arround. À mix beetween GT and Sport. Sorry I am not very good in English! So I carry on and I say that I "love" à lot of Moto.
@Don-cl4dq
3 жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you. I currently ride and have for last 15 years, a Kawasaki V2K (2009 cc, 1000 lbs) It is not nimble by any means but a lovely massive V-twin. I ride in the city but the highways is where it belongs. It is awesome at speed and stable with massive winds from mountain terrain and long massive truck trailers. I did test ride a wing 10 years ago (2 up) as my wife finds the V2K hard on her back. The wing was marvelous ride and very easy to handle compared to my V2k. However the wing seemed reluctant compared to the V2K power. Fast forward 10 years...I still love the V2K Vtwin but think it is now time to try out the new 2021 (or 2022) wing tours dct. I will be sad to say goodbye to the V2K, but I suspect that will pass as soon as get on the wing and go touring through the Rocky mountains with the heated seat and other creature comforts.
@garyordo5131
4 жыл бұрын
I've had two Suzuki cavalcade which were Suzukis Grand Tour motorcycles made in late 80s and I loved them as a daily Traveler I went food shopping with them and picked up a whole week's worth of food no problem!, and I live in Philadelphia.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Just googled it - that looks awesome! Similar to the Goldwings of the era I guess?
@stevoone342
4 жыл бұрын
Nice bike, i Was going to Buy one last year but ended up going for BMW K1600 Grand America. But it was a really close Disision Both are Fantastic Big Tourers. i may still swop to a GA in the future but honestly ive been Blown away with BMW k1600 GA and very content with her. yet again good vid
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers TH. I feel like I have to try the k1600 now I’ve had a goldwing for a few weeks
@tennwingman3350
4 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your video. As a Goldwing rider 2012, and my third one, I am really familiar with the Wings. Good job on the review but you really need to raise the helmet cam, all we are seeing is the dash on the bike. We would like more view of the road ahead.
@pingdingdongpong
4 жыл бұрын
I was in Paris a couple of months ago, and GWs seemed to be quite popular there. I saw a bunch of people commuting and splitting on enormous bikes.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
I noticed this in Paris too! I saw some guy cutting through the traffic on either a BMW K1600 or 1200RT. The roads are quite wide in Paris tho, or some parts at least
@Ojisan642
4 жыл бұрын
Would love to see you go to Florida and take a workshop with Jerry Palladino. That would be a cool vlog.
@SilverfoxThe
4 жыл бұрын
I used to daily an ST1300 Pan European. I don't have it anymore, and miss it. I always wished Honda had updated the model instead of discontinuing it. Now it looks like they have. This evolution of the GoldWing doesn't seem much bigger than my old Pan. If it wasn't so expensive, I'd definitely be looking at one.
@jeffandrews6225
4 жыл бұрын
Good video, i have a 99 Valkyrie and dont even bother to try and filter
@antoonvermeulen8064
3 жыл бұрын
Dear sir , in my humble opinion, your information is fantastic transparent technical skill, craftmanship, quality ride well tested, i a old fjr 1300 drivers. Kind regards succes, tony.
@motobob
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony - appreciate the support!
@geofftoscano6804
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned a Rocket 111 Touring. Around the same weight. Was underpowered for its engine size (100bhp) and not overly smooth but surprisingly economical at around 45mpg. Not really interested in owning that sort of weight again but I do like the Goldwing.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
What have you got now Geoff? I love the new Rocket - wonder if they'll put out a proper touring version
@geofftoscano6804
4 жыл бұрын
These days I run an FJR1300. In fact I’ve had several, mainly for their pillion and touring ability and the fact that my wife likes the comfort. I am now considering the Goldwing as a possible replacement? For my own use I have a Kawasaki 900RS, which feels tiny after the FJR, but is really fun and nimble. I agree that the latest Rocket looks absolutely awesome, but the Goldwing beats it for practicality.
@sdmackpictures
4 жыл бұрын
I owned a Rocket Tour. Loved it. It was my everyday bike in NYC. Only problem is no ABS on that bike. So, I had a situation where I wasn’t able to slow down fast enough in a situation and ended up crashing it.
@lynsmith1096
4 жыл бұрын
Good video. The heavest bike I have ride'n is the Honda VFR 800 but I had some health problems had to sell it and buy a lighter bike thats why I like my GSX-R 750.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lyn! I’ve always wanted a go on a VFR... might try to get one next from Honda. After the Africa Twin
@ghostofmanitou6864
3 жыл бұрын
I've got the non-touring version and is is my daily driver, so I would say yes.
@travelinben1966
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video in every way.Thank you. I think Honda addressed the “jerkiness” of the DCT in the 19 model year.I’ve yet to ride a new one, but look forward to it this spring.
@masterspin7796
4 жыл бұрын
You can use the transmission in manual mode and it's not so jumpy...
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
That’s true. I’ll mention that in the next video
@fredthebarber
4 жыл бұрын
Actually laughed out loud at the 7:00 mark. Thank you! I hope you do and film some sort of tour ride with this thing. I know you have family at home, but maybe a bigger all day ride would be cool.
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Haha glad I got at least one laugh. I did one day out on it... but it was a bit boring the footage, just on the motorway. My dad's keen to do the NC500 though I think, so I'll have to see what I can borrow and maybe do that at some point either this year or next. But our 2nd baby is about a month away, so that's top priority at the moment! :)
@ginogina4589
4 жыл бұрын
Have you had a chance to ride the BMW RT and if so, how does this compare?
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
Not yet! Will try to get round to it though
@roadglide
4 жыл бұрын
Are you kidding? This is the ultimate daily commuter. Cost is not why you wouldn’t drive it daily. If you can afford one drive it cause you’ll look great doing it too. This is an absolute home run for Honda. The new generation Gold Wing with DCT transmission is exquisite. It’s a refinement in 2020 smoothing out the DCT a bit more. It’s the smoothest, most high tech and, if you will, exotic sounding luxury motorcycle. The Airbag model which you’re riding here is the most costly and if you’re of that mindset, well worth it. Silly...Of course you can daily commute on it and should. Life’s short, just buy the bike.
@rogercooke8384
4 жыл бұрын
I use Waze on my phone, on bar mount...has bike setting
@patricklamerichs4018
3 ай бұрын
I have bought one yesterday 🙂... I do my commuting daily on a R1200RT now.... Commute take me about 45 minutes... Have chozen the goldwing because of artritis in my left hand.. Therefore I make the step to the DCT.... I hope i will ot regret it.... I loved the BMW also...
@Meianju
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you I've been looking for this kind of in depth info about commuting with it. I am manly on the motorway when going to work so this would work nicely just too bad for the filtering in town but with practice it will get easier
@motobob
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@tarmac245
4 жыл бұрын
Good video. Admired your handling in heavy traffic. A 1st. class review.
@markwilliams8655
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely excellent and helpful review. Well done to you…
@dootdoot1828
4 жыл бұрын
My media teacher does, interesting guy for sure
@aeroplod
3 жыл бұрын
Key battery flat? Start her up with the keyless procedure! I keep my 2019 DCT smooth at low speed by selecting manual and applying a little back brake if required. It's the best for tight U turns in my experience. Super vid of the bike and parts of London, from where I moved to Southern Spain 17 years ago. Lots of super roads to last me what's left of my years.
@catatonicbug7522
4 жыл бұрын
My wing is my only bike 3F degrees to 108F. I ride year round as long as the roads are clean. I watched you riding through that traffic and squeezing between lanes like that and my rear end got a cramp! No way I'd filter on a Wing!
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