Harry Martin said:Single shock for front fork? I don't see how that works and is steerable. :c029:
WingCon said:Works for me. Has most of the list I've been keeping concerning what I want in a new Wing since I bought my 1800 new in 2003. Guessing it'll probably meet all my other "wants" too. Just put my Wing for sale on Craigslist, eBay and Cycle Trader, and OfferUp. I'll be standing in line with a checkbook as soon as the formal announcement hits late October I'm thinking. It's been a looooooonnnngggg wait. :beerchug:
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/mcy/d/2003-honda-goldwing-1800-abs/6321162073.html
Just Cliff said:So what color do you have ordered Jay?
Cliff :beerchug:
Call me old, but if the final product looks similar to what's been leaked, I think that is a darn good looking machine. It actually looks like a reasonably sporty ride. I know some of that is my age, but I think my motorcycle fund may be used to save for a new generation wing.KellyfromVA said:By the promotional photos, it looks like the Wing has gone on a serious weight loss program. The other thing I noted, was the reduction in the amount of buttons all over the fairing to a few buttons and knob to steer the LCD display. Overall, it looks well thought out and not such a two wheeled boat.
MrPepsi said:Nice mustache Jay. ISWYDT
bmw has been doing it for years, steers quite well... :great:Harry Martin said:Single shock for front fork? I don't see how that works and is steerable. :c029:
ZG said:WingCon said:Works for me. Has most of the list I've been keeping concerning what I want in a new Wing since I bought my 1800 new in 2003. Guessing it'll probably meet all my other "wants" too. Just put my Wing for sale on Craigslist, eBay and Cycle Trader, and OfferUp. I'll be standing in line with a checkbook as soon as the formal announcement hits late October I'm thinking. It's been a looooooonnnngggg wait. :beerchug:
https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/mcy/d/2003-honda-goldwing-1800-abs/6321162073.html
I figured you'd get in line WC! :great:
I'll wait until they hit shops, but I as well am really considering trading in my 2016 for one... :??: >
gsun said:You don't want much! And less weight?
ZG said:
Even if the HP gain is only 5HP, with the weight reduction, I would think it noticeable. Maybe not noteworthy or worth a huge price increase, but I would assume you could feel the difference.WingCon said:Watched it. No mention of engine capability other than "increased power". A whole 5HP is what I'm hearing. Also no mention of storage reduction. "What lies beyond" is going to require more than 110 liters of storage, a degraded seat, a weak engine, and loud pipes. Pulling my deposit today and will wait until I can actually touch and test ride one before I make my decision.
gsun said:You don't want much! And less weight?
Good observations and thanks for the additional clarifications on the seat, especially the observations about the passenger's differing body position.WingCon said:I agree Runnerb0y, would probably feel "some" power increase, but not what I was hoping for.
As far as the seat goes, my observation is subjective from looking at it and from the review on ulimatemotorcycling.com I'm not too concerning about a narrower rider seat, that's probably a good idea as Honda says about getting your feat more firmly on the ground, especially as I only have a 30" inseam. But for my wife who rides with me 90% of the time the seat looks much more narrower and upright. The upright part I'm sure is to keep her more out of the buffeting area which is good, but it certainly can't along with a narrower seat be more comfortable.
As I've already lamented about. The pass seat, the lack of a real power increase, not just some but significant storage reduction, and what seems to sound like a loud lawnmower, and pulling a gallon of gas out of the tank despite mpg increase really makes me scratch my head after 34 years of riding Goldwing. Think I may need therapy.
By the way, are you the guy I pulled into a pancake house parking with in Portland a number of years ago at my first COG event with Dan Stombaugh?
WingCon said:Pulling my deposit today and will wait until I can actually touch and test ride one before I make my decision. [/font]
ZG said:WingCon said:Pulling my deposit today and will wait until I can actually touch and test ride one before I make my decision.
I'm surprised you're doing a 180 so soon Joe?
Luggage capacity shrinking is stupid I agree, but I think it's still about the same as the K1600GTL isn't it? :??:
As for the seat, looks like an improvement to me, now has optional rider backrest, the passenger backrest is a more upright position which IMO is a good thing, we switched our oem Wing seat for the Ultimate seat and the passenger backrest is more upright as well, mama likes it better and also less buffeting.
RoadKillHeaven said:Cornering ABS? What for?
Can you even corner GL1800? :rotflmao:
Diz said:I knew something was missing; thanks Wingcon. No tip over bars! :-[ There's a weight reduction. And a serious detriment for owning a $25k bike. Removable trunk not really valuable. Can you imagine carrying that into a motel room? But that could account for an increase in fuel mileage. A top case decreases my mileage by 5 MPG. Another accessory to buy if you go GW without the touring package. And if the chrome rack for the trunk is $350, what would the removable trunk cost?
MotoCommuter said:Over all, I think they did a good job. As for tip over bars, there appears to be some hard points below the engine case and just below the front of the saddle bags.
RoadKillHeaven said:WingCon, thanks for your explanation. However, keep your judgement regarding other people to yourself. Thank you very much.
My comment was aimed at people who understand innocuous sarcasm.
Cheers...
WingCon said:MotoCommuter said:Over all, I think they did a good job. As for tip over bars, there appears to be some hard points below the engine case and just below the front of the saddle bags.
Ya, saw those. Wonder if they'll stop the bike at 45 degrees with no damage like my current Wing? Dunno.
WingCon said:Storage. That'll be a tough one. Interesting to see what anyone comes up with.
ZG said:Our current Unigo will match nicely the new grey color scheme.
MrPepsi said:ZG said:Our current Unigo will match nicely the new grey color scheme.
No it won't, it's off by just a little bit. You better preorder a complete set of plastic. Call the paint shop.
ZG said:) ) )
Hope all is well buddy, been too long since I saw you last! ;D :beerchug:
Diz said:Have you found the Wing under powered WC? I ride occasionally with a GW; it's always been 2 up for the bikes. He can pass slow moving vehicles on narrow 2 lane roads with very short passing zones. Admittedly; it isn't 160 HP like the K1600GTL but the Wing won't cost $1200 for a service call. I had an 06 Wing whose cruise control was dead on pulling at 75 up a 4 mile hill on PA interstate 80. It did 110 across Kansas where the wind never stops. I was never the fastest bike on the road but I got where I wanted. Knowing Honda, most riders would find the new engine too boring cause it's too smooth. The loss of luggage space though is a crime.
Steve in Sunny Fla said:What's old is new... I have the same front end on my 2001 BMW k1200lt. It's a great front end, too, great ride quality, and it doesn't dive when braking.
Steve
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Diz said:Have you found the Wing under powered WC? I ride occasionally with a GW; it's always been 2 up for the bikes. He can pass slow moving vehicles on narrow 2 lane roads with very short passing zones. Admittedly; it isn't 160 HP like the K1600GTL but the Wing won't cost $1200 for a service call. I had an 06 Wing whose cruise control was dead on pulling at 75 up a 4 mile hill on PA interstate 80. It did 110 across Kansas where the wind never stops. I was never the fastest bike on the road but I got where I wanted. Knowing Honda, most riders would find the new engine too boring cause it's too smooth. The loss of luggage space though is a crime.
ZG said:Well guys I think I've made the decision to go ahead and get one of these, am gonna either sell our 2016 Wing or trade it in, the new 2018 Wings are spose to hit dealers in February, I guess now I just wait and keep reading all the great stuff about them!
https://youtu.be/pQLtH4dFA6M
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WingCon said:Congrats Jay! Please post the final deal if you care to.
ZG said:Well guys I think I've made the decision to go ahead and get one of these, am gonna either sell our 2016 Wing or trade it in, the new 2018 Wings are spose to hit dealers in February, I guess now I just wait and keep reading all the great stuff about them!
https://youtu.be/pQLtH4dFA6M
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ZG said:WingCon said:Congrats Jay! Please post the final deal if you care to.
ZG said:Well guys I think I've made the decision to go ahead and get one of these, am gonna either sell our 2016 Wing or trade it in, the new 2018 Wings are spose to hit dealers in February, I guess now I just wait and keep reading all the great stuff about them!
https://youtu.be/pQLtH4dFA6M
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You'll end up getting one too Joe, you just don't know it yet... >
I think I'm gonna go with the DCT Goldwing in the silver with the blackout and add the Tour trunk with rack and center light, center stand, rider backrest, and foot shifter, comes out to ~$27 on the Honda site accessory calculator. I'd love to get one of the Goldwing Tours but I don't want the chrome and don't want to wait for 2019 when I bet they do a Tour model with the blackout. Doing it this way actually comes out less than the DCT Goldwing Tour but then I have to add install cost, I do lose a couple features doing it this way that I'm ok with to have it blacked out.
Strawboss said:Anybody got a line on what it costs? Ballpark? Nice looking bike, what I really like is the front suspension.
Strawboss said:Anybody got a line on what it costs? Ballpark? Nice looking bike, what I really like is the front suspension.
Diz said:A review- 2 interesting things. Rode 2017 then 2018 GW Also had a passenger
You would have to paint the unigo ZG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM7d7ux_6yE
TJ said:Wow, that was fast. Sold on GL1800riders or local? That red sure does look sharp. I know you are an expert and somewhat explained it but what would I lose by going Standard not Touring level and then adding the trunk? Thanks Jay
TJ said:Wow, that was fast. Sold on GL1800riders or local? That red sure does look sharp. I know you are an expert and somewhat explained it but what would I lose by going Standard not Touring level and then adding the trunk? Thanks Jay
Diz said:A question ZG- Did you get a higher resale price on the Wing as a percentage of its initial retail price versus the KTM you owned before? Thanks
Cap'n Bob said:I've said it before Jay. You're my hero. :beerchug:
Diz said:Thanks ZG exactly why I was asking.