With the new Gold Wing, Honda aims to capture some of the magic that made this motorcycle so special in the past. With the new, now sixth generation Gold Wing, Honda wants to once again land at the very top of touring motorcycles.
Years 1975, when she saw the world first Honda Gold Wing, was something completely new and different compared to the rest of the motorcycle range. That's when it is Gold Wing offered what could not be found in other brands - traveling a motorcycle that offers comfort on long journeys. Nowadays, this is no longer the case, as most of the competitors are already present in this motorcycle segment. Because of this, they were ahead Honda only two choices. Either it adapts and offers the market what it needs, or it says goodbye forever to the memories of its former glory.
Honda she decided on the option with which she adapted to the demands of the customers, and continues in this way 40-year tradition touring motorcycle. The new Gold Wing he plans to retain old and loyal customers, but at the same time he also wants to attract new, perhaps younger customers. Gold Wing went on an extreme diet and got rid of bulky 40 kilograms of excess weight. 1.833 cubic centimeters were added to the large engine 2 valves per cylinder and thus for what 20 % improved fuel consumption. This made the installation possible smaller containers for fuel without compromising range Gold Wing. Honda's newcomer will have a bunch of technological accessories and solutions. Throttle control by wire and computer, selection of driving profiles, ABS braking system, double front suspension and large 7-inch screen with support Apple CarPlay there are only a few solutions that will be life with Gold Wings greatly facilitated.
Honda Gold Wing Touring is a better equipped version Honda Gold Wing. It has a classic or automatic transmission, 110 liters of luggage space, rear speakers, electronically adjustable suspension, reverse gear and heated seat and handles. In all models, it is used in the lamps LED-technology, even luggage cases are user-friendly. Changes to the chassis now provide greater stability at higher speeds and greater agility at lower speeds. All these changes will surely contribute to the even greater popularity of these road cruisers, as they will be loved by new buyers and, in all likelihood, will be driven even more by existing owners Gold Wings.
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