Honda Gold Wing MEGA Review. Is this the Worlds best touring motorcycle? DCT explained GL1800 bagger
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- Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
- We give the new 2020 Honda Gold Wing GL1800B a mega review. This is a long and comprehensive review with everything you need to know about Honda's flagship touring motorbike.
We explain the DCT automatic, double clutch transmission and tell you exactly what it's like. We look at the Modes, Brakes, Suspension, Engine, Seating, Luggage Compartments, Acceleration, engine and exhaust sound, and even show you what it looks like under its skin.
We also look at PCP finance options and the cost of servicing.
We highly recommend that after watching this video, you look on Honda's website for further information, and arrange a test ride with your local Honda motorcycle dealership.
Father and son team look at and analyse this bike from the perspective of different generations.
What's it like for passengers? How fast is it? Is it slow and cumbersome? What about the reverse gear?
We cover everything in the longest review we have ever done. - Авто та транспорт
I must’ve watched hours and hours of motorcycle reviews on UA-cam but this is the most objective, well presented review I’ve ever watched. Most importantly it’s a UK based review. Excellent review guys, keep up the good work.
Thanks David. Very much appreciated! 👍🏼👍🏼
@@MrDarcy-OlMan no worries at all 👌👌
Never been interested in any Goldwings in the past, but this looks really nice and is a real departure from the old pattern. could be tempted in the future.
The more we rode it - the more we loved it. It really is a phenomenal motorcycle
I never thought I would say this about a gold wing but that is one lovely looking bike and I want one. 👍
It goes even better than it looks! 👍🏼
You and me both! It's still weird to say out loud, but yeah, I want one!
Totally agree. I currently have a Harley electra glide but if I ever buy a new bike, this is what I want.
@@MrDarcy-OlMan where is this filmed? It looks lovely.
@@blackkitty1774 it is filmed some in Rutland and some in Leicestershire.
This setup of father and son reviewing motorcycles is so great. It is a warm, honest and humble review. Best MC reviewers!
Thanks buddy! Much appreciated
Great review of a really cool bike. Thanks guys. 👍
internetcruiser Thanks my friend! 👊🏼👍🏼
I already did the Harley Honda comparison......I now own a new Goldwing tour. I've had Harleys since 1993 this bike is just so refined, and in real terms cheaper because everything is already on it, but on a Glide is extra. And its going to last a million miles!!
Yes we must say the GoldWing is a very capable motorcycle.
Hey Guys, we were the kids scootering on the Nevill Holt Lane, we managed to track you down! Sorry, if we got in some of ur shots. Really cool to see you riding some of the local roads!
Toasty Toast well done for tracking us down! Don’t worry you guys weren’t in the way, I used to scooter a bit when I was younger and then I went to bmx. Hopefully that’ll be step one for you guys to get a motorcycle when you’re older!
MrDarcy & the Ol'Man aha thanks guys!
Nice review. My wife has the 2017 CTX700 DCT and loves it. She's been riding it for 3 1/2 years and She already has her eye on this baby!! Thank you!!
Thanks buddy! The Goldwing is a fabulous bike! 👍🏼
Yours is the most informative, insightful, and comprehensive review on the Goldwing I have ever seen.It truly is a work of art, this,and if I didn’t have a plethora of Harley items,this would be on my short list as a replacement for one of my Harleys.Thank you for taking the time to present the Goldwing so completely.It is my pleasure to subscribe.👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks Brian! Much appreciated! Welcome aboard 👍🏼👍🏼
To me, Goldwings have always been a two-wheeled near-death Florida snowbird's Winnebago, smelling of denture cream and Antiphlogistine.
Never have been attracted to them. At all.
But this one? Damn it looks nice. Almost like a sports bike. I dig it.
Florida, here I come!
Haha! Actually a stupendously good bike.👍🏼👍🏼
Wonderful review, well thought out and very classy, liked that 2 presenters took part. Thank you!
Thank you! 👍🏼💯
Outstanding review. I've combed the internet and UA-cam for hours looking for information on the real world luggage capacity as well as attaching a bag to the rear seat. I'm picking up my 2021 B model Saturday and a 2000 mile road trip to New Orleans with a good friend. Thank you for being comprehensive. Cheers.
Thanks buddy! Enjoy your bike 👍🏼👍🏼
Have seen many vids about the Goldwing but this is the most invormative one, thx for the content 👍🏻
Thanks buddy 👍🏼
You'll never go back to the old dinosaur way of Shifting Gears anymore
The thing is, manual is more engaging for the rider. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but watch Gordon Murray talking about the new t 50 supercar. It’s really enlightening and applies to bikes too
By far thee' most comprehensive break down on my new bike- Thanks to u guys across the pond - Thanks Mate
Thanks Philip!
This is the most in-depth review on the newest generation Honda GW on youtube.
New subscriber here
Thanks very much. 👍🏼👍🏼 Welcome aboard
I got the Burgman 650 last year so in a couple of years ready for this wonderful and exciting machine, a very informative video, thanks guys
I'm a year late to the party, I realize, but this review is hands-down the best review of the Goldwing I've seen. And likely, one of the best for any bike, anywhere. Bravo! Subscribed.
Really wow thanks! We don’t feel that it’s one of our better ones. Have you seen our more recent reviews? Welcome aboard 👍🏼👍🏼
@@MrDarcy-OlMan I’m through about 10 of them already. 👍. Fantastic!
I enjoy the relaxed style of your reviews. Thank you !
Thanks very much 👍🏼
Wow amazing review,this was hands down the best overall review I’ve seen.nice job.
I’ve been riding a 2017 Harley road glide ultra for 6 years,I truly loved this bike,but it’s now time to enjoy something a little lighter and more responsive.👍
I have listened to 12 or more American people who did reviews on the new generation Goldwings and not one person mentioned the unique square bore and stroke, or the fact that it sounds like a Porsche. Thank you so much for not being boring! We need to know these critical details. 😊
A bloody good job boys. A very comprehensive review, a few could learn from yourselves. Including some of the professionals. Take five stars. 👍🏻
Thanks Ben! Have you had a look at our more recent reviews?
Thanks for the review, probably the best one I've seen on this bike. It was in part a major reason why I've just ordered one!
Awesome! Really glad it helped and great decision!
That’s the first time I’ve heard that engine at various & slower speeds in a UA-cam clip and it sounds a lot better, deeper and more characterful than I feared. A lot of reviews seem to concentrate on the full force of the engine capabilities, the sportier element of the bike when in actuality, it is a cruiser. Thanks to your review I’m a little closer to a major contactless purchase which because I live ‘off shore’, pretty much eliminates any chance of a real live demo. Nice review 👍🏼
We’re glad it helped and agree with what you said. There are aftermarket pipe options if you want a louder sound ( a subscriber has put the links in the comments below the video)
Great review, nice touch young and senior opinions. Well done guys!
I've ridden all the GL's from the naked gl-1000 to the 1600. Not a fan of heavy touring bikes but that is the most attractive tourer I've ever seen.
the best review of this bike thanks
Thi Thi Thank you 🙏
@Tony Franco I just got a 2019 and I don't think there have been any major changes, I put almost 200K on a 2012 Wing but this new GW is an extremely smooth fast bike, but to me, the handling is so much better. I'm 69 years old and have had many bikes over the years and I feel this may be the best big fast smoothest motorcycle made.
Good review. My 2018 Goldwing DCT Tour is the best bike I've ever owned or ridden, I love the thing to death!
Thanks buddy! Yes we can see why you say that 💯👍🏼
Hmmmm, I gotta Harley, but this review was quite detailed therefore my curiosity had me viewing it in it's entirety. Nice bike, great review guys! I've subscribed!
Thanks Mr Avery! Well worth a testride!
Thank you for another great motorcycle review. Much appreciated.
Thanks Rob 💯
Very nicely done! An excellent unbiased review. Thanks you 🇨🇦
Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼
Great comprehensive review! It looks like the Lawbringer that Judge Dredd rides in the comics, luv it. I like the matt murdered out look and the plastic doesn't worry me either tbh, it's not pretending to be metal.
I totally agree re Rider modes and having 4 bikes in one etc, it is tricky.
Do they still come with an ashtray? (seriously though nice review and subbed) 😊👍🏍🖖
Awesome thanks for the support! No ashtray lol. 👍💯
Excellent review of an exceptional motorcycle.
Thank you.
Thank you! Yes it’s a very impressive bike!
I want this bike! I own a 17 Africa twin DCT and its amazing, once you have some hours in the saddle slow maneuvers and off road riding become second nature and its brilliant. I’m not a fan of baggers but this one is so cool, great review!
Thanks Timothy! Yes the Gold Wing is tremendous! We’re reviewing the Africa Twin Adventure Sport right now!
Authentic bike review Darcy & Ol Man … 🍻
Gorgeous bike! Excellent review!!
Thanks buddy 💯👍🏼
I'm an Italian bike lover but I'm interested in this Goldwing. However, I clicked on the vid to witness the most epic beard ever. Rock on brother! Subbed. And wow that English countryside. Hope I can ride there someday!
Thanks buddy and welcome aboard! 👍🏼
Very informational , I loved the amazing forks of the bike and your beard.
Thanks! I’m with you there 👍🏼
Definitely gonna be my next ride. I have the ctx700 dct and I can't say I want ever go back to normal manual shifting but having a dct option changes the game completely. Great video by the way 👏👍🏽
Thanks buddy. It’s certainly a tremendous bike! 👍🏼
Great reviews, I have an 2018 DCT tour , my first DCT and it’s great 👍🏻
Nice 👍 yes very good
15:45 is what I was waiting for. It was worth it. My cousin has a deep red 2020 Gold Wing and you just can't take your eyes off of it.
i have a 2016 F6B and thinking about this one! Good review!
The Gold Wing is a marvellous motorcycle 👍🏼👍🏼
Awesome review. Thanks... Recently ordered my Red / Black 2021 DCT Tourer
DAVE IBBY Thanks 💯 and thats great 👍🏼👍🏼
I have a dct africatwin and the dct thing is amazing, I can stand on it off-road without worrying about changing gears. Very nice review, looking for a goldwing, looks amazing
I found the DCT on the Africa Twin to be nowhere as good as it is on the Goldwing.
Really cool upgrade to the legendary Goldwing looks cool as well
Statystyk Yes awesome
This is my goal bike. Everything that I could want. Even the kitchen sink!
The Ryan Jester It’s worth aiming for because it’s spectacular. Once you get used to the DCT it becomes fun to ride and we loved it 👍🏼
A Spaceship of o motorbike and just stunning to look at. Great review.
James Moros Thanks James 👍🏼👍🏼 Yes very spaceshiplike
What a great review. Thank you.
Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼
Hello! Your review is very nice! My bike is GOLDWING1800 DCT, color & type(BAGGER) are same yours.
From JAPAN. LOVE HONDA&LOVE BIKES
Thank you! It is a very good motorcycle! We love Japanese motorbikes here!
That was a very nice review!
D Archer thank you 🙏
Great review guys to the point with more than enough info for potential purchasers.
Loved the original Gold Wing
Probably because as far as I know it was the first bike that could actually do 100,000 miles without being rebuilt 3 times.
Bit too super scooterish look wise for my taste .
But then I never was a fairing lover.
Thanks Lee. Yes we get your point about the super scooter look. I'd love a bit of paint and chrome to polish!
Mr.Darcy. Thanks to share this video. It looks beautiful and is very usable.
No problem! Yes definitely
Excellent review! Thanks very much!
Thanks buddy! 👍🏼👍🏼
Good review. Love the look of the bike in that color combo. Wish the touring version came in that color.
Ken Bogan Thank you! Yes this colour combo looks great
Great review... They do a naked version of this bike (Valkyrie) which is bad ass!
The Goldwing is deffo on my list when I settle down and start touring the EU.
Oli Ox Thanks bro! Shame they don’t make the Valkyrie any more. A Valk’ version of this would be super badass!
howdy, new Sub from Oklahoma. Like your format !
Tonto Gonzales Great thanks! Much appreciated 👍🏼
The Wing has come a long way🦋
Yes it certainly has!
Loved the review! Bike looks great! That is the same color and model that I plan to purchase.
Thanks bud and excellent! Fabulous bike!
Love the vintage background.
Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼
That's a great review of such a great bike. I never thought I would be interested in a gold wing, but after so many years and grey hairs I'm now actually interested in one. After watching your review. I had no idea they have so many buttons 🙄 would take me weeks to learn them all. Well done again and I'll stick to my Harley, it has way less buttons which I like, my first Harley as an ex-pat in the US for about 30 yrs I thought it was time to try one 🤣 I look forward to more of your reviews. I'm about your height so I know the bike would fit, but not fit my wallet 🤔
I love your reviews
Thank you! Much appreciated!
Really great review, looks as comfortable as a car with all the creature comforts 👍
Jo Jo thanks my friend! Very good description 👍🏼👍🏼
Great review
A beautiful bat-bike, impressive tech, but not my cup of warm sake, so to speak. Excellent review, thanks! The algorithm just decided I should check it out.
Thanks! Glad you found us. Don’t forget to check out our other reviews 👍🏼
Good review and spectacular motorcycle.
Thanks Marcin 👍🏼
Awsome styling ... great review ..😊
Thanks buddy 👍🏼💯
That's called a Hossack front end. A brilliant design, many decades old, and I wonder why more makers don't use it. Prior Goldwings had standard tubes and more front brake dive. BMW's implementation is called Duolever, used on the K1600 since 2011.
Yes it’s very good indeed!
Great in-depth review. Best ever. Is that your castle estate? Dang! Nice digs!
Doug Fitch Thanks Doug! No not our place but it would be cool 👍🏼
I have a 2013 F6B and, like you said, it has a massive power band and it tracks corners like it's on rails. Beautiful ride, I just wish it had the built-in reverse ;-)
Awesome! Yes reverse is great
Another great review guys, I'm a fan, however my dog is not as at 25:08 the horn woke her from a sound sleep on the sofa next to me. LOL Either way we agree you guys do good reviews, watched your Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sport review earlier today and enjoyed that review especially since that's probably going to be my next bike come March. Lovely scenery you have around you too. After watching two of your reviews I have chosen to subscribe. Stay safe, Cheers.
Thanks George! The Africa Twin Adventure was not one of our better videos so I’m glad you enjoyed it. Welcome aboard!
I’ve just ordered one
Derek Cumbers Excellent! What a bike! It grows on you minute by minute!
I just ordered two!
@@broadsworddannyboy5057 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks 🙏 very helpful just subbed
Wombal Great! Thank you very much 👊🏼
I wish the 2024 had this color scheme. I love it!
Such a cool bike. The horn is epic and the best in the business. Back lighted handlebar switches for night riding, technology for days, smooth, fast, torquey and looks fantastic. The DCT is quick off the line and a nice feature in traffic and long haul traveling. Honda makes good stuff with a history of proven reliability. The beard is classic. Ride safe and ride often. Peace.
Thanks buddy! Very good points!
Nice review. I have DCT on my Crosstourer, it's an excellent system and very suited to this sort of bike tourer/all rounder.
J Bo thanks! Yes DCT very much so 👍🏼
I thought the same about the DCT. And so I had one. And after three months, it drove me mad. Never up shifted when I wanted, never down shifted when I wanted. Yes, could have used the push button to shift it myself. Got a bike with a quick shifter instead. Quite happy with that.
I think you were in an odd user mode if it did that . 3 x DCT in this house now and none of them do that.
Stunning bike...the goldwing has come along way from the original. Beautfiul
Yes it’s exceptional
great video, looking forward to the harley comparison video.
Thanks Paul! Yes it’s very interesting. Up in a few days; we’ve got a few other bikes to slot in first
Great Review
Thanks Eddie 👍🏼💯
Great Video Guys, I own the same bike! I use to own a 2014 F6b.
John Bettua Thanks John! What a fab bike! We’ve done a comparison between the Honda and Touring Harleys which will be uploaded in a weeks time
This bike LOOKS GOOD ON YOU!
Thanks buddy. A bike that fits at last!
One of the few Hondas (car or motorcycle) I would consider iconic. Looks great too. Giving it a DCT was an inspired idea, too.
With its double wishbone front suspension it has an advantage over the Harley - under dive the trail doesn't change significantly and it even has a bit of anti-dive built into the geometry.
Yes it’s a stupendous bike! 👍🏼
Glad that screen moves up and down. As you said, sometimes you just need a little breeze around the old helmet... 😊😁. Nice review gents, sub'd.
memsybabe Thank you 🙏 yes it’s a good feature 👍🏼
Brilliant review. Nothing else to know on the philosophy behind the target group and the making therefor. I am from Germany, so please excuse my clunky expression mode, but you sound like a knowledgable chab having a pleasure in riding this monster ;) Kudos and if you happen to somehow appear somewhere in DE please drop me a line. Greetings, and thx for the sincere review. I am thinking of adding this to my riding park.
Thank you very much my friend! It’s a fabulous bike! We have some more touring bikes coming up Thursday and next week!
Would love to see you guys review the new cb1000r. Keep up the awesome reviews 👍
Thanks buddy! Yes I’m sure we will soon 👍🏼
Nice work and a good insight. A fair bit of research goes a long way. Unlike some other big you tubers, who seem to know little on their subject matter! I had a bagger for a week! The wife eventually convinced me I can’t have one!🥴
Thanks very much! Haha yea 👍🏼👍🏼
get rid of the wife u wear the pants surly!..dont let women control and dictate to ....
Great video great content
Thanks buddy
Fantastic.. thank you👍🏻
Muhammet Belkeseli Thanks very much 👍🏼
Great🙂👍...Very good presentation thank you very much...
Thanks 💯👍🏼
Very nice Ol’Man
Nice review. I'm torn between the GW, a F6B and a K1600B. All different in their way of course...and yet similar. Let the battle commence!
Good luck with your choice 👍🏼👍🏼
Such a style
I have to admit I am jealous
Perfected motorcycle ❤️ you can't go wrong with it⭐
Absolutely 💯
High torque doesn't technically give you more of a shove. It's simply a measurement of how much work the engine does per revolution. A high torque engine will feel powerful at low RPM's, but any engine that put out that same horsepower figure would pull you just as hard, albeit perhaps at a much higher and more ear shattering RPM.
You don't use a diesel to pull a heavy load because the petrol cars couldn't move it. You use a diesel because it gives you its rated horse power without sitting at 6000 on the clock.
That said, high torque engines feel damn good.
oh High torque is like getting pushed by Dwayne Johnson, low torque is like getting pushed by a kid. There’s a big difference and believe us; you can feel it
Sure, I know what you mean. At low RPM's, it'll feel that way. This is why we like a high torque engine, because we imagine that it'll have just as much to give if you keep revving it up. However, the horsepower, or kilowatts, if you prefer that unit of measure, is actually the only measurement that directly determines your acceleration.
If you didn't hear, feel, or see the engine, 100HP from a turbo charged Harley at 5000 RPM would pull exactly as hard as 100HP from a sport bike at 10000 RPM, given their weight was the same. That's just a fact.
They need to bring back the Valkyrie concept. Put this drivetrain in an old-school cruiser. That was a wild bike. You'd think Honda would notice that old Valkyries are going for more money than they cost new. IF you can find one for sale.
Exactly 👍🏼👍🏼
Great review. The day a manual transmission is no longer available is the day I stop riding…..
Yes I’m with you there
Stunning looking bike.
Even better to ride!
great info thanks
vincent cillia no worries bro
You guys should get more shares and subscriptions!!!!
Thanks Jay! It’s growing slowly but surely
I never thought I'd want a goldwing but now I do. I'd be open to trying the DCT but my initial reaction is I would prefer the manual
Yes it’s a great bike. The DCT is perfect on this (and horrible on the Africa!). It would be worth trying it out if you can