Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014 vs. Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

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Overview - Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014 vs Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Technical Specifications Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014 compared to Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014
Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore74 mmBore73 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power116 HPEngine power126.5 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque167 NmTorque170 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.8 Compression Ratio10.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders6Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,832 ccmDisplacement1,833 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonSix pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonThree pistonsPistonThree pistons

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height60 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,473 mmLength2,475 mm
WidthWidth942 mmWidth925 mm
HeightHeight1,154 mmHeight1,340 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,707 mmWheelbase1,695 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height734 mmSeat Height745 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)341 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)365 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23.2 lFuel Tank Capacity21.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda Gold Wing F6C 2014

Honda expanded the Goldwing range very late, last year with the F6B bagger and this year with the naked, but no less massive F6C - so you realise how far the term naked bike can be stretched. As purist as the naked Goldwing is, the powerful appearance with almost 350 kilos is unmistakable. However, a huge six-cylinder boxer engine with over 1800 cubic metres also needs a stable chassis. For despite all the gentleness with which the engine can purr along, the 167 Newton metres of torque are as brute as if you were sitting on a steam catapult. The taut chassis and upright seating position suggest sporty abilities, but the F6C is not an agile cornering machine because of its mass and dimensions. The fact that the Honda Goldwing F6C is also very expensive also fits perfectly into the picture - this exceptional motorbike is not for everyone.

Both smooth and brute six-cylinder boxer engine

enormously smooth running

taut chassis

good brakes

pleasantly upright seating position

bulky appearance with wide radiators

very high weight

tricky handling in the wet

rather expensive

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

Honda GL 1800 Goldwing 2018

The new Honda Gold Wing is a big hit, both in terms of equipment and riding dynamics. The engine remains a wonderfully smooth six-cylinder boxer that still finds its purpose in sovereignty from the bottom up. Nevertheless, the Gold Wing is much more agile and sporty thanks to less weight and, above all, a new chassis. Nevertheless, there is no lack of comfort, the seat is wonderfully comfortable, the wind protection is sufficient due to the somewhat lower windshield - but it is good for the looks. The Gold Wing Tour models have a higher windshield and top case anyway. Theoretically, the Gold Wing can be upgraded to a Gold Wing Tour with a top case and higher windshield, but then the traction control is missing, which is standard on the Gold Wing Tour and Gold Wing Tour DCT.

Smooth six-cylinder boxer engine

good sound - both engine and speakers

electrically adjustable windshield

4 driving modes

sat nav as standard

reverse gear

heated grips

cruise control

Apple CarPlay.

Engine gets loud in the upper rev range

less storage space than predecessor

average wind protection on excavator version

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda Gold Wing F6C vs Honda GL 1800 Goldwing

Price Honda Gold Wing F6C

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Price Honda GL 1800 Goldwing

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