Honda GLX1800 Gold Wing Tour / Automatic DCT
Honda GLX1800 Gold Wing Tour / Automatic DCT | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2018 |
Class | Tourer |
Engine | Four stroke, opposed boxer six cylinders, SOHC, 4-valve per cylinder, finger-follower rocker arm on intake, roller-rocker arm on exhaust |
Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
Ignition | Computer controlled digital |
Battery | 12V/20AH |
Transmission | 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic DCT w/ Walking Mode F/R |
Suspension | Front: Double-wishbone Rear: Pro-Link system w/ Showa shock absorber |
Brakes | Front: 2x 320mm discs 6-piston Nissin calipers Rear: Single 316mm disc 3-piston Nissin caliper |
Front Tire | 130/7018 |
Rear Tire | 200/55-R16 |
Wheelbase | 1694 mm / 66.7 in |
Seat Height | 744.2 mm / 29.3 in |
Weight | 363 kg / 800 lbs - 382 kg / 842 lbs (Air Bag DCT) (wet) |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, opposed boxer six cylinders, SOHC, 4-valve per cylinder, finger-follower rocker arm on intake, roller-rocker arm on exhaust. The engine featured a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Hydraulic, wet, multiplate with coil springs.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 130/7018 front tire and a 200/55-R16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 320mm discs 6-piston Nissin calipers in the front and a Single 316mm disc 3-piston Nissin caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Double-wishbone while the rear was equipped with a Pro-Link system w/ Showa shock absorber. The GLX1800 Gold Wing Tour / Automatic DCT was fitted with a 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1694 mm / 66.7 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Honda GLX 1800 Goldwing Tour
This is a bike 43 years in the making. Rebuilt from the road up. Refined inside and out. Ready for anything. Theres a new engine. New front suspension. Available 7-speed DCT. All in a more agile body thats over 85 pounds lighter. Youll also find the latest in technology, including Apple CarPlayTM integration, and five distinct trim levels to suit your style. The 2018 Gold Wing is designed to push the limits of what a touring bike can be. And expand the adventure beyond anything imagined.
Its a great feeling to pull the wraps off the all-new Gold Wing
and Gold Wing Tour models here in Santa Barbara, a scenic town that
itself strikes a balance between its celebrated history and modern
flare, said Chuck Boderman, Vice President of American Hondas
Motorcycle Division.
The impact of the GL line on the motorcycling world can be seen in the community that has formed around it, and we believe that in this latest version, Honda has produced a motorcycle that will be embraced by not only the existing Gold Wing community, but a fresh generation of riders seeking strong handling performance along with long-distance touring capabilities. Lighter, more agile, and more sophisticated, the 2018 Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour set a new standard for the touring category, with groundbreaking features that enhance the riding experience and encourage riders to get out on the road, creating more exciting stories than ever before.
ENGINE Hondas liquid-cooled, horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine is a key element to the Gold Wings rich character, and while the general layout lives on, much has been done to make the powerplant more compact, more fuel efficient, and lighter. The engine is now 13.7 lbs. lighter when equipped with Hondas six-speed manual transmission, and 29mm shorter in the front section, and is placed forward in the chassis for more ideal weight distribution, a key contributor to the 2018 Gold Wings sporty handling and improved vehicle packaging. Specific changes for 2018 include a smaller, 73mm cylinder bore, updated crankshaft, and a Unicam valve train layout that has been proven on the award-winning Honda CRF450R motocrosser. Combustion efficiency is improved via the use of four valves per cylinder, while friction is reduced through the application of a new molybdenum coating on the piston skirts. Thanks to a lighter overall package and enhanced vehicle aerodynamics, which led to improved fuel efficiency, engineers were able to reduce the fuel tank capacity by 1.1 gallons while retaining the same great range as before. This change is one of many aimed at improving handling via refined vehicle packaging and weight reduction. Additional changes include a new intake system for added responsiveness and torque, as well as an updated exhaust system that highlights the bikes livelier personality through a deeper exhaust note.
TRANSMISSION
The Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour are available with both a
new six-speed manual transmission or Hondas advanced,
next-generation seven-speed automatic Dual Clutch Transmission
(DCT), which includes forward/reverse Walking Mode.
CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION
For 2018, the Gold Wing chassis has undergone multiple
revisions to increase low-speed maneuverability and maintain
high-speed stability. A robotically welded twin-spar aluminum
frame uses plates with reconfigured thicknesses and is matched
to a single-sided swingarm with new pivot-area structure.
Together, the frame and swingarm contribute to a 4.4 lb. weight
reduction, which when combined with the low center of gravity
and better mass centralization, contributes significantly to the
bikes improved nimbleness.
Suspension is comprised of a new double-wishbone
front-suspension system and Showa shock absorbers front and
rear. Designed to offer reduced friction and less inertial mass
for the front-end components that are manipulated via the
handlebars, the system also leads to more compact vehicle
dimensions, as its different stroke trajectory enabled engineers
to position the engine closer to the front wheel. For added
comfort, the Gold Wing uses a Pro-Link rear-suspension
configuration with progressive reaction. On most models,
suspension damping and preload are electrically adjusted.
Brakes have been upgraded via radially mounted front calipers
and larger, 320mm rotors. Electronically controlled combined ABS
works to distribute braking force to the front and rear wheels
while saving weight through the use of a smaller, lighter
circulation-type ABS modulator.
ELECTRONICS
Fully modern, the 2018 Gold Wing features a throttle-by-wire
system that has opened the door to four riding modes (Tour,
Sport, Econ, and Rain), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC),
Hill Start Assist, and a finely tuned cruise-control system.
Selecting the riding mode thats best suited for the riding
conditions is easily accomplished through the Gold Wings new
controls, and then confirmed via a beautiful, 7-inch full-color
Thin Film Transistor liquid-crystal displayone of the many
features that bolster the models premium feel.
In an industry first, the 2018 Gold Wing also comes equipped
with Apple CarPlay, which connects the motorcycle to the users iPhone to show maps, contacts, and music, all accessed through
the motorcycles display.
DESIGN
The sportier nature of the 2018 Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour
is underlined by the bikes sharper, more performance-minded
shape, which also achieves a significant boost in aerodynamic
efficiency. Narrower at the front and with added emphasis on
such mechanical parts as the exhaust and lower engine, the bike
offers the same comfortable ergonomics as before, but with
reimagined airflow for rider and passenger, both of whom sit
36mm further forward. Thanks to new air-guiding ducts and an
electric windscreen that provides the rider with even greater
control over airflow, it is now more possible to feel at one
with the elements, or to enjoy a windless-type experience.
LED technology is used throughout, with the multiple-lens
front lights forming the new wing lines of this latest
advanced performance touring model, and the LED turn signals
having a convenient auto-canceling feature. A user-friendly
luggage system bolsters on-road convenience while also
contributing to the vehicles compact dimensions, sporty
appearance, and lighter weight. Each saddlebag holds 30 liters,
while the top case has a 50 liter capacity, and high-quality lid
dampers are used throughout.
KEY UPDATES
Lighter overall package results in improved handling and maneuverability More compact, lighter engine with four-valve head and Unicam valve train Available seven-speed DCT with Walking Mode forward/reverse Six-speed manual transmission
Robotically welded aluminum twin-tube frame with revised plate thicknesses Radially mounted six-piston dual front braking calipers Double-wishbone front-suspension system Electrically controlled suspension Throttle-by-wire with multiple riding modes Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) Hill Start Assist Smart Key Apple CarPlay compatibility
LED lighting Updated design with 11.8 percent improved aerodynamic efficiency Electric windscreen adjustment
GOLD WING TOUR
The three 2018 Gold Wing Tour modelsGold Wing Tour, Gold
Wing Tour DCT, and Gold Wing Tour DCT Airbagare the modern
interpretation of the classic Gold Wing, the ultimate
long-distance touring machine, but with highly improved
performance capabilities. Each of these models features
saddlebags and a top case, as well as a tall electrically
adjustable windscreen, front and rear speakers, and electrically
adjustable suspension.
Make Model | Honda GLX 1800 Gold Wing Tour / Automatic DCT |
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Year | 2018 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, opposed boxer six cylinders, SOHC, 4-valve per cylinder, finger-follower rocker arm on intake, roller-rocker arm on exhaust |
Displacement | 1833 cc / 111.85 cub in. |
Bore X Stroke | 73 x 73 mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 10.5:1 |
Induction | EFI, 50mm throttle body |
Ignition | Computer controlled digital |
Battery | 12V/20AH |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 118 hp / 86.1 kW) @ 5500 rpm |
Max Torque | 167 Nm / 123.2 ft-lb @ 4000 rpm |
Clutch | Hydraulic, wet, multiplate with coil springs |
Transmission | 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic DCT w/ Walking Mode F/R |
Final Drive | Shaft |
Front Suspension | Double-wishbone |
Front Wheel Travel | 110 mm / 4.3 in |
Rear Suspension | Pro-Link system w/ Showa shock absorber |
Rear Wheel Travel | 104 mm / 4.1 in |
Front Brakes | 2x 320mm discs 6-piston Nissin calipers |
Rear Brakes | Single 316mm disc 3-piston Nissin caliper |
Abs | Electronically controlled combined ABS |
Front Tire | 130/7018 |
Rear Tire | 200/55-R16 |
Rake L | 30.5° |
Trail | 110mm / 4.3 in |
Wheelbase | 1694 mm / 66.7 in |
Seat Height | 744.2 mm / 29.3 in |
Dry | 357 kg / 787 lbs - 378 kg / 833 lbs ((6-speed & DCT) |
Wet Weight | 363 kg / 800 lbs - 382 kg / 842 lbs (Air Bag DCT) |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 US gal |