Honda Goldwing GL 1800

Bought the 1800 after doing 36000K on my 1500, Had 16K on my 1800 when i bought it, now has 67K on clock, been to europe 5 times and do a lot of touring in scotland. most of my bike mates who ride sports bikes cannot believe how this bike handles.

Been threw a few tyres, very few problems, although i did brake down in france due to a faulty Alternator bearing. Just glad im a mechanic and fixed it for 130 euros. Love the bike would have no other, only thing i dislike is parts and accessories are rediculously high in price

While I haven't had mine long, I ride it at every opportunity - It definitely was expensive, even used - Having the opportunity to live with this machine for a few months now, I now know I will NEVER own ANY other motorcycle if these are available, and, am absolutely certain to get another one, perhaps the 2012, now from Japan - I traded in my 2008 Silverwing and was quite concerned about the weight difference - I hope you'll believe me, it's quite easy to maneuver - I jump on it and take off with this "bike" as quickly as I did with the Silverwing - extremely well balanced and effortless to drive - power is just phenomenal - I did consider tire wear before purchase - but, tires every 8 to 10k miles seems a bit much - for me, that equates to from a low of 3 or 4 months to maybe 5 months - seems VERY easy to service and work on (limited to an oil change and adding accessories so far) - I don't know if I should complain about this, but it seems "real easy" to scrap the pegs - that scares the "wee" out of me when they hit (I do have the hydraulic spring loading up to 18, even riding single) - I'm trying to overcome the "feeling" when those pegs hit - creates a crowd anywhere I go - the previous owner did a great job with lots of tasteful Kuryakyn chrome pieces and parts - Don't test drive it if you not ready to buy - One drive and I was so hooked I simply don't know how it can be improved - It's exciting EVERY time I even look at it, much less drive it!

Bought mine new in 2006, as of 07/29/2010 I have almost 12000 miles on it. Mine is the Navi one in dark red! The last year it mostly sat in the Garage because of being laid off and money went to house and bills! But never have in my 37 years of riding have I rode in such comfort! The bike is awesome and not once had a problem with it! The only thing I don't like is that the tires wear out too fast! Those are not cheap! So there it sits in the Garage crying to me to take it out! I've added a lot of access. to it but it still looks like the day I drove it off the show room floor!

That I should of asked how long the tires last, I test rode the BMW K1200LT before this purchase was sold on that until the test ride of the Goldwing!

What a machine. the old rolls royce of motorcycles. Comfort, cruise ability and presence. I have just upgraded from a sports tourer never to go back!

I rode a 1100 goldwing for over 20 years because it worked so well. Decided I had to have a Harley, purchased a new Ultra Classic, 2008. Not a bad bike, nearly comparable to my 1983 Goldwing, for only $18000 more. Purchased a new 2009 Goldwing after visiting a dealer to have some screws replaced on the Harley, that had vibrated off. I could not believe the ride, power, handling, and quietness of the new wing. Sold the Harley, got the new wing and love it more every time I ride it.

My Honda Goldwing GL 1800 has to be the finest touring bike ever built! My first big bike was a 1968 HD Electra-Glide, purchased new... it dropped the jackshaft at 100 miles and sat in the shop for 3 months... 2nd was a 1972 HD Electra-Glide, followed by a 1976 Electra-Glide LIberty Edition. Purchased first "Wing" in 1976 and put 60,000 trouble-free miles on it. Followed with a 1979 model (52,000 miles), a 1982 model (39,000 miles), then stopped until the kids were grown. The current bike has 11,000 miles on it and is going strong.

The dealer is a good 60% of customer satisfaction. I purchased from Al Lamb's Honda in Dallas, but haven't been back due to the problems I had getting them to install all the accessories they agreed to in the price. Use Honda Polaris of North Texas in Sherman, Texas for service... and they will sell me my next "Wing"... Their service department is second to none!

Mine is 2002 model purchased 2nd hand in 2003. It feels safe and rock solid, I think everyone should have one. Fantastic grin factor with most surprising performance. The most miles covered in a day is 625, we were tired but safe. We can carry enough stuff for a 2 week holiday around Europe without using a trailer. I am only allowed to go up to 85/90 with my better half on board but that is comfortable and eats up the miles without effort. I have yet to find a hotel that is not willing to give it a secure parking place once they clap eyes on it. Everyone feels very protective and friendly towards it. Having said that I have yet so see a better looking example. I have also found that the dealers haven't got a clue when it comes to servicing. They always leave bits off or incorrectly reassemble parts. My front fork seals kept leaking they tried to put this right 4 times. I ended doing it myself only to find a blemish in the fork shaft which I was able to polish out.

It's best bike I have ever owned. I am always looking for excuses to get out on it.

As I am unlikely to wear it out and the model hasn't changed really, I cannot see the point of purchasing a new one other than it would be new and cost me an extra 10K

GL1800 .. I do not have one YET the key operative word here is .YET ! I have the Honda VT750 Shadow Aero. I took my bike in to my local bike shop here, and was there first thing in the morning as soon as they opened. Started looking at the GoldWings and while doing to was asked if I want to try one out. So I did Let just put it this way I got on it and did not come back in a hour. I was out on it all day and only brought it back at closing time which was hard I wanted to take it home with me. All I can say is that for the 7+ hours I was on it I loved it and I want one ! However this is Canada and well $29,000 + TAXS would make that bike cost something like $32,000 by the time I get it home if not more! In any case I am working on a way to get a NEW 2009 GL1800 this year with luck it will be before the summer is over.

Bought my 2004 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 on impulse september 2007 with 9k on it, liked the colour (Titanium Silver) and tasteful chrome/lighting extras. Hadn't sold my GL1500. This enabled me to compare. Unfair I suppose since I had put 27k on it in 4 years. Loved my Goldwing GL15. Love my Goldwing GL18, ridden to France and Spain June 2008. Handling, much more manouvreable than my previous (3) GL1500's. Economy, getting 45mpg compared with 40mpg with my GL15, excellent considering I am riding faster. Performance, much more in the overtaking department (good/bad), undecided yet. Much more stable at higher speeds than GL1500, 80 - 120mph (continental riding of course). Much easier to remove rear wheel when changing tyres, can remove in 20 minutes now. GL1500 took 90 mins (included having to remove accessory wiring - not for you to think I am a slow worker). Much easier to change oil and filter without having to remove lower fairing - 20mins. Put 6.5k on since purchase. Wouldn't change it. Love it Love it Love it.

After 30 years of riding Hondas. Its a great bike to ride, short rides and long rides. As for fuel its just about right. I have done about 5,000 miles so far and have being great fun. It brings a smile to my face every time I am rideing the wing.