Motorcycle specifications HondaGL 1800 GOLDWING 2011 Delicious lust

the 1500 Goldwing was quite simply the most prestigious motorcycle limousine since its introduction in 1987. A monster of comfort powered by a 6-cylinder flathead, but whose handling could become hesitant under heavy use.
Almost 15 years of marketing, studies and engineering brainstorming later, Honda presents its new flagship. Ever since the appearance of a certain BMW K 1200 LT, the Japanese were beginning to wonder. And this golden bird of the year 2000 is one hell of a machine, superlative to its glorious ancestor.
In terms of design, technology and mechanics, this is a new century. It's recognizable at first glance, even though the plastic has been thoroughly revisited. The lines are smooth, flowing, still impressive and majestically classy. The bike is beautiful, very beautiful, and commands respect. The engine is still a flat-6, but has been upgraded to 1832 cm3, with fuel injection, catalytic converters and high-performance engine management, and boasts 118 hp and over 17 mkg of torque. A real liner. A closer look at the X-ray reveals a double-spar aluminum chassis worthy of a hypersport bike. The water radiators are side-mounted, as on the VTR and VFR. This new chassis provides rigidity and flawless handling never before seen on a Goldwing. The machine has also been slimmed down by 9 kg. The weight remains substantial, but despite its dry weight of 363 kg, its 6-cylinder engine is never short of breath and can take this palace to 200 km/h. And all in imperial comfort. On the 1800, you're ensconced in an armchair with a plethora of equipment: radio-CD, cruise-control, intercom, electric reverse, ABS, dual-CBS, storage compartments everywhere and 145 L of capacity divided between trunk and suitcases, heated handles, rear suspension adjustment on the dashboard... With options, the list is comparable to the Redoute catalog. On the GL's new face, we discover an array of headlamps, stunning in their efficiency. On the darkest country roads, the light output is worthy of the Stade de France.
The 1800 Goldwing certainly lifts the aura of its dynasty even higher. An accomplished tourer, superb, much more powerful and more efficient. It may be criticized for the lack of certain equipment, given its outrageous price, the absence of standard GPS, its disproportionate size... But let's not forget that this is an extraordinary machine, designed for maximum pleasure. A motorcycle for the royal court, set to conquer the world for at least 10 years to come.

the Gold has had a slight facelift since 2006: the rear trunk lights have been redesigned in light tuning sauce, but the real novelty is the appearance of a "comfort" package. More comfort with a heated seat, with rider and passenger having their own settings. The passenger is best off with a heated backrest and armrests. A new system can divert hot air to warm the rider's feet. The engine is even cleaner to meet Euro 3 standards, and an Airbag version has been available since 2007. In addition to its new colors, the 2010 version is no longer made in the USA, as has been the case for many years. The 1800 GL is now produced in Japan.

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