Segment: Touring
Production years: 2008, 2009
Honda Gold Wing has stood as a landmark in the large touring motorcycle segment, and the 2008 model year makes no exception. Even the base model is loaded with plenty of features to make your longest journeys even more memorable. From a powerful 6-cylinder engine and heavy-duty gearbox with shaft final drive to exquisite features, such as XM satellite radio, weather channels and a high-quality stereo system, the Gold Wing can receive a ton of upgrades.
Available with multiple equipment packages, including the industry's first motorcycle airbags. Add in the massive storage capacity and the comfy seats, the exceptional weather protection and prepare to plan the route of your next vacation.
engine specs | Type: | Liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder | Displacement: | 1832 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.9x2.8 in OR 74 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.8:1 | Horsepower: | 0/0 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | Five-speed including Overdrive, plus electric Reverse | Clutch: | Wet multi-plate type | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Shaft |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Cast Aluminium | Front Suspension: | 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 5.5-inch travel | Rear Suspension: | Pro-Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer-controlled spring-preload adjustment with two memory presets; 4.1-inch travel | Front Brake: | Dual full-floating 296 mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers | Rear Brake: | Single ventilated 316 mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | 29.1 in OR 739 mm | Wheelbase: | 66.5 in OR 1689 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 895 lbs OR 406 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 6.6 gallons OR 25.0 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 130/70R-18 | Rear: | 180/60R-16 |
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