2018 Honda Gold Wing | Real Life Review

Meet the new Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing. We took it out for a real-life review - from the rush-hour traffic in the city to highways and curvy roads in the mountains. About 16 hours of riding. This is our first impression review.
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[@vicjockey]

This is the Ultimate Goldwing review. Sir you have raised the bar for every Moto Vlogger on You Tube. Your camera and audio work is truly amazing along with a fantastic soundtrack. Honda should pay you for this video and put it on they're web site. I can't think of a better presentation on you tube and I've watched a lot. As far as the new Goldwing goes I love the Sport Touring machine it has become. I had a new 76 Goldwing but was never interested again when it morphed into a Rolling Couch . For those that say the tank is too small I say take a break more often and enjoy the local people and countryside up close and personal. For those that say the bags are too small, carry less and simplify. IT is a motorcycle and there are other bikes and trailers for those that must take it all. But for me Honda has finally peaked my interest once again and at 68 years of age I'm a long way from the younger target group everyone says they're shooting for. I have three motorcycles and when I get two of those sold the new Goldwing just may be the next bike in my Garage ! Ride Safe.Silverbullet

[@EFA_2023]

I am definitely agree with what is written word by word till "...must take it all." in this comment. Honda must pay you for this presentation, and work with you for their commercial videos...

[@rickrider47]

At 71 years old, I pretty much mirror your comments. Been riding since I was 14 years old. Owned and ridden many bikes ranging from 250 cc dirt 2 strokes thru most metrics, Ducati’s, Harley’s, Triumphs’s, and a bunch of Honda’s. Liked to loved every one of them. All in all, my 2018 Goldwing Tour DCT is fantastic and the trade offs in some luggage space, etc. are appropriate.

[@aminrafiq132]

I 2nd that.

[@osamabinladen824]

This comment deserves a heart. ❤

[@motorradmike]

Rick Yount, I’m 70 and have been owning and riding all types of motorcycles since I was 19. I wholeheartedly agree with your sentiments. I never would have considered a Goldwing since my Aspencade from many years ago until this one came along. Cheers!

[@Speedytrip]

The drone footage is amazing...what a beautiful place to ride..

[@johnscholey3285]

I have been riding since 1970 and have had 11 bikes. I bought this 2018 Goldwing last spring. I have Never loved riding a bike this much. Thank You for this post!

[@abazdarhon]

First review on youtube where tourning bike is challenge against luggage space and tank size. You guys learn and listening so thank you for that.

[@KurNorock]

Plenty of reviews have challenged it, but none have actually tested it.

[@lakeclear54]

Can I just say the road and the mountains of 🇷🇴 Romania look absolutely beautiful. My heart pounded and I felt the passion for the ride. Beautifully done review, thanks for sharing. I try and ride most every day. Coming up on 7000 miles. I nicknamed my bike “Shanti”. In Sanskrit it means peace. 🙏🏻

[@starastronomer]

EXCELLENT review! I am from Ohio, USA. I was in Bucharest, Romania for the total solar eclipse in Aug. 1999. Beautiful country.

[@carplay5454]

i like this way of reviewing bikes. instead of the typical motovlogging, you're showing what the bike looks like when out on the road by using the drone. and to be honest that goldwing looks beautiful in those mountains.

[@richardmacpherson3924]

You made a fan of me on this video. Amazing videography and honest, well-spoke descriptions of your experience. I will be watching whatever you've already done and look forward to future reviews. Great work!

[@DriveMagRiders]

Thank you, Rick! Best regards, Cristian

[@deepakbhullar4740]

Your channel definitely deserves more subscribers because of beautiful Cinematography as well as honest reviews.

[@luctardif8444]

I really like your review, you show us the country and give us a bit of history.

[@dennisherreid5393]

I really enjoy your "work" when describing the bike. I get a sense of peace and joy.

[@michaeldrury9947]

You are the best reviewer out there, keep up the good work. Loved to hear that motorcycle roar

[@andrewedmond8359]

Great review as usual mate, well done. Absolutely love your country. I will have to go there one day and experience it. Greetings from Australia brother.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

One of The BEST channels in existance, on any medium. As a Harley enthusiast I love my 2017 Ultra Classic but the Gold Wing is a better bike. Even with the improvements that Harley has made to my bike, the suspension is still not up to snuff and the infotainment system is a joke. (Just try to hook up a Blue Tooth to the system.) Luggage is better on the Harley, and the Milwaukee 8 engine is total winner but the GW is no slouch in the engine category. Transmission, the DCT all the way, even a purist like myself can recognize the benefits, especially on a large/heavy bike.

[@stephensmith1034]

pinkiewerewolf I have two bikes, the Harley Road Glide Ultra and the new Goldwing. The Goldwing is by far, the superior bike. No doubt about it. The Harley is all about attitude. That’s all!

[@DavidSmith-br4vt]

Thank you for sharing you have a beautiful country!

[@brianaustin1328]

Photography, editing, dialogue - all excellent! Great job!

[@ahmed_almansoori]

you are the best person I have ever followed

[@hondash300i7]

DST

[@EicK1600]

Wonderful video. Thanks a lot! We traveled through Greece during three weeks last summer with this bike. I and my wife really enjoyed the 6000km, mainly in the mountains. This 2018 Goldwing is somewhere between the previous model and the K16GT. I had both and do not regret them with this one.

[@guambra2001]

Beautiful bike and great looking place to ride. The passes look a bit damp but with good throttle control and TC, one can enjoy these roads much longer than usual.

[@TheTripleDubya]

Awesome review as always. The scenery is amazing. You make for a good ambassador for your country and its people.

[@shaneevc8879]

I randomly came across your review and found it quite refreshing. It looks like you are really enthusiastic and enjoying talking about the bike. The scenery is fantastic as well and adds another dimension to the review. Well done and keep enjoying the ride. Thanks.

[@jaikaran6427]

Keep up the nice work, one of the best content providers on youtube for 2 wheelers.

[@junglehood]

Great video ! the Goldwing in this scenery is even more gorgeous, thanks

[@mcjim256]

A great review and beautiful countryside. I dream of riding through the mountains of Romanian someday. Multumesc!!!

[@LouDeVere]

Hi. Thanks for this review. Very enjoyable to watch. The countryside over there in Romania looks spectacular but to be honest, it scared me more than a little. Where there's snow there's often ice on the roads and I wouldn't feel comfortable riding in those conditions. Love the hairpin bends though, something we definitely don't have over here in Western Australia! With regards the fuel economy. I find the best DCT setting is Economy. It makes a huge difference to fuel consumption. I fill up using 95 RON fuel and get around 5.2L/100Kms which is pretty good. As soon as Tour is selected, the economy drops appreciably. In Sport mode, just forget about any economy at all! Sport mode is scary and not for the faint of heart. I have the Australian base model version without the rear armchair. It looks more like my old 2016 Goldwing F6B Bagger which had it's good points but was archaic compared to the 2018 version. It was huge, heavy, had a rotten clunky manual gearbox and was almost impossible to get on the centre stand. The new Goldwing is so much lighter and very nimble in comparison. The panniers are a constant cause of contention as they'll only fit a smallish size of open face helmet if you know exactly how to position it. Closing the doors with my new Bell full face helmet is impossible. The old Goldwing was definitely far more capacious. Anyway, thanks once again. I'll keep following you. From Western Australia - peace man.

[@alanfrench2421]

Best motorbike review I have watched... truly !

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

I want to go to Romania so bad looks like an awesome place

[@superduty131]

WOW.........what a great review. As always top notch job. Thanks for doing this.

[@RobCallawaya2b]

Great review, really entertaining and some lovely footage. Keep up the good work.

[@zevaka12345]

He is like FPSrussia of motobikes. ;-)

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Except better.

[@salyerbrandon]

Negative Ghost Rider. FPSrussia is an American named Kyle Myers that is acting Russian. He has been investigated for the death of his producer, and has been raided by the ATF multiple times. Comparing this gentleman to Myers is kinda insulting to this guy.

[@zevaka12345]

Innocent until proven guilty. Yeah!? =) Oh, all this boring american NPCs. I am talking about overall artistic impression and similar emotional delivery, but they trying to argue it with some another pathethic nonsense about rumors and so on... This is why i like bikes and hate internet NPCs and bots. Bikes are about art and NPCs are about random crap... Have a nice day!

[@salyerbrandon]

Christian Jacobsen, indeed.

[@salyerbrandon]

Ivan Ivanov, dah. You are all knowing and above the rest of us petty people. How dare I state that comparing this gentleman to a fake KZbin personality is insulting. Bad me, bad! Have a nice day.

[@paulkmaster3231]

The best Goldwing video I’ve seen. Excellent job!

[@gregtucker69]

This is such a quality review. You can tell the effort you put in to it, well done! The bike is going to be my next one.

[@cesarr5006]

This guys has an awesome spirit 7 degrees; willing to ride! Much props; i struggle anything in the low 50's in California. Ride safe!

[@UncleWally3]

Nothing to complain about this review!

[@narcisoespinosa7598]

Thanks for the comments and the history lesson.

[@robstroop3768]

I drive a nice warm car in the winter and a Triumph Bonnie in the summer .....Great credit to him for all his trials as a rider.

[@paulobalixa7096]

ESPETACULAR!!! Hello from PORTUGAL ✌👏👍

[@reinmansmith]

Great review and fantastic to see someone really putting this machine through it’s paces on some twisty mountain roads. Very impressed with how it coped with those roads, it looked to handle them perfectly 👍

[@willie838]

Lol.. 8:50 - I chuckle at glue excitement with the acceleration but..... This bike really growl# #, I s and pulls forward like a beast. I've only owned Hondas, a cbr 600, cbr 1000rr, two civics and a ridgeline truck. Honda loyalist. Eventually my evolution will end on a gold wing.... And that is still cutting edge powerhouse of a machine. Loved this review. Your passion and enthusiasm are contagious! Thanks for sharing them with us!

[@tangchiprathomo819]

Romania has a beautiful landscape. Nice bike and review anyway. Watching this video makes me happy.

[@10smalle]

Best review of the Goldwing on you tube.

[@bastrix69]

Excellent job! Those roads look awesome

[@Nirmaljohn7]

Thanks for all the reviews and videos Christian. RIP. 😔

[@j.h.309]

What happened to him?!

[@Nirmaljohn7]

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[@LookattheBiggerPic]

Pretty amazing - your enthusiasm is quite catching at times - adds to the enjoyment of your presentations - Much Thanks!

[@MegaMikeArnold]

An outstanding review. Thanks from the States.

[@4TUN3]

Goldwing AND Transfogaras in the same video? I hit like in advance I get to see it! :)

[@YALIMKUTLUKAN]

Is this a motorcycle review video or a cinema movie? This video is amazing. I like this channel. And Hi from your neighbour Turkey!

[@Shapecharge]

Great video. Your enthusiasm is infectious. Beautiful countryside. Well done.

[@DriveMagRiders]

Thanks!

[@gumbothundereagle8006]

Your My Same Size! Your reviews are Taylor made for Me! Thank you 🙏 Brother!

[@Gregs_World]

Another wonderful review you have such a wonderful way of expressing yourself on the Internet I thoroughly look forward to your videos most people are getting more range in the tank because of the better fuel mileage but it is still horrendous compromise they made to make the bike looks smaller than it used to be sacrificing obviously carrying capacity for luggage. It would be difficult for two people to go away for 10 days especially if they were in a cold environment and had to take large items with the carrying capacity of this motorcycle... Though I imagine lane splitting would be even more difficult with the width of the old bike. Also, the start/stop option the cars have now is absolutely completely ridiculous for motorcycle because that is going to catch you in a corner one day when the motorcycle thinks it was stopped and the engine cuts out leading to an accident that should immediately be disabled and completely deleted from this and any subsequent bikes

[@krisjaniszelcs2912]

Fantastic sound it has. Any 6 cylinder motorcycle is a thing of wonder.

[@atfkdr]

Absolutely enjoyed the review. Happy i found this channel. Subscribed!!

[@oldschoolmotorsports9990]

Besides sounding like Borat this is a great video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@omkarshinde9939]

HAHAHAHAHAHA TRUE !

[@satunou]

yes the clip is from borat country romania

[@andresalaskeno2710]

Amazing review, bike and scenery... Best goldwing review on yt... Had a great time watching it...

[@johannesr.h.131]

beautiful Cinematography as well as honest review.

[@DriveMagRiders]

Thanks

[@harrisinva]

The scenery was just amazing, would love to head over to Europe and explore amazing roads like that. Thank you for the great video!!! Mark of Virginia, USA

[@wooable]

Goldwing's engine sounds pretty good! The road is gorgeous but it looks a bit slick. Great riding Cristian!

[@Jamminn555]

Outstanding review. And excellent presentation personality and style. Thank you so much for posting.

[@cubax599]

UK bike reviewers take note, nice music background! Not the usual MCN ear ache `rock` Tastefully done by someone who can ride and genuinely appreciates the bike.

[@rramirrezz]

enjoyed your review and the amazing road! well done mate!

[@DriveMagRiders]

Thank you very much!

[@Mr2OOM]

Great vid .. The transfargarsan looks so different to when I was there last Month .. but it was still stunning when I rode along it ..

[@philtil8977]

Yes...I know I am "late to the party." BUT...it is quite easy to use the system for a smooth departure with the DCT. It is called finesse and touch/feedback. Good Rides

[@endeavortrikes]

Great move on Honda's part at a sport tour is just what is needed. Normal size windscreen not the 8 foot tall units some people install. Great engine, great styling. Downside is the ridiculous 6 speed when a 4 or 5 would be more appropriate for this torque intense motor. DCT is the only actual choice unless you wish to spend all day constantly shifting. Now if the prices was less than a house...........

[@renegadebiker24]

Great review, and awesome scenery in Romania. However, I challenge you to try the Arkansas roads on that motorcycle. I hope that you can come to Arkansas at the next Bikes, Blues, and BBQ. I did a demo of the 2018 Goldwing.

[@b.randal5404]

I've ridden Goldwings for many many years. Other than the topics folks just can't seem to get over and repeat ad nauseam (luggage space etc...) the 2018 model of the Goldwing is exceptional. I've ridden them all - from Indians to Honda, and the 2018 Goldwing is a true work of art. I'll get over the small stuff. LOL

[@wascarg5341]

This is a great review !! Would love to go one day and ride on these roads ...

[@terribrown4178]

Magnificent video!

[@th3r3ds0x]

Beautiful video, love the scenery!

[@murrayelliott9956]

Multumesc.......great video review - better than any American ones .............love from Harley Rider in UK

[@rumporridge1]

Pretty dope video from a unique perspective job well done my friend. And I definitely gotta get a Wing!!

[@lifeenvironments]

As always, a great review and wonderful experience!

[@simonmerrin3652]

Beautifully shot video with an awsome soundtrack !

[@f86sabjf]

Great review . Hello from Florida

[@travelinben1966]

Excellent review,and beautiful country! 🇷🇴 Thank you.

[@simonmerrin3652]

Beautifully shot video with an awsome soundtrack !

[@mistersubby]

I really miss your videos.

[@DJPTEXAS]

You have incredible video quality keep up the great work..... D

[@jandetimmerman.6578]

Love to watch your movie, SUPER!! Greatings from Holland.

[@lawnranger3432]

Very informative, entertaining, with eye candy scenery. Great Job!!

[@Nsssera]

Thank you very very much for the amazing vlog , I loved it till the max... Thanks a gain for the quality, I'm sure there were a lot of contributions and efforts conducted on this vlog. plz keep it up,,,

[@rubo1964]

best review ever watched both your own impressions and photography.Wow what a shots. Agree carrying capacity is lacking and I don't know what designers were thinking not giving enough room for 2 helmets after all tha's what Gwingers do tour mostly with passagers

[@alanbriggs2263]

I really enjoy watching your videos, and this has to be the best yet. I don't want a GoldWing (I have had five in the past, but have moved to Harley now), but the film of the bike in that scenery was stunning.

[@roostfezza7563]

Great filming, fantastic location, and you are good to listen to as well!

[@fatihu]

Watching this video for marvelous scenery of Transfăgărășan, not for Goldwing. Thanks for superb footage sir.

[@eyesonly4451]

I have a 2021 DCT Gold Wing and also a 2006 Yamaha FJR1300AE (U.S. version). Like the Wing, the FJR has an electronic clutch (not a DCT though). The common thing to both bikes is a "snatchy" feel. So taking off in a slow, smooth fashion is not so easy on either bike. I have discovered that you can slightly drag on the rear brake during takeoff to whatever level of smoothness you desire :)

[@steve1962]

Fantastic review......and oh my god I want to ride that road!!!

[@ArvindYV]

I have started to like the rider's accent. Where is he from? Also, at 7:10, he says he says -"I am starting to getting used to this bike and I am starting to Love this bike...". This has a different meaning when applied to every bike that we love to ride. It is a love, varying in small degrees, which is meant for only that specific bike...

[@yakzen4120]

Fabulous videography and great overall rider's review!

[@anoudate]

What a stunning videos, great sceneries and reviews.

[@barrysoanes5556]

Great review. I would of liked more about the dash board, with the small numbers on the left not being able to be put on the big screen when the sat nav is not being used. Also I think there is quite a lot that you can not do to the screen while moving. Again really good review Keep it up

[@tomhenry563]

Very enjoyable mix of footage. Well done!

[@prabhugautham]

Excellent review of the 2018 Honda GoldWing bike.

[@DinoMedic911]

Thanks for a very well thought out and well spoken review. I hope to be able to enjoy your country's beautiful scenery first hand some day, perhaps on a Goldwing rental bike. Stay safe, my friend.

[@gdf5487]

Wow, amazing review

[@zajaxaty]

Amazing review and the country side is beautiful.

[@alp3781]

Very nice review, again. Your country is very pretty. I went to look at one and I could not see me riding a traditional looking bike. It just did not ignite me for some reason. I fell in love with the K1600B GA and after your review, I got a new, demo. As off now, the best bike ever !!!!!!

[@xbbony9385]

Very well made video , beautiful scenery, well done . How would you compare Honda Goldwing with BMW GS 1200/1250 , you mentioned Goldwing is good on smooth roads only. Very major FLAW in the Goldwing is you can't keep 2 helmets in the trunk . How about Goldwing on bumpy uneven roads? Riding a motorcycle on plain roads can become boring and dull.... Motorcycling is fun and excitement not riding a grandpa Buick.

[@michaelagnew7825]

best review Ive ever seen

[@mikeskidmore6754]

You do an excellent job of Editing and pretty good reviews .. It's Obvious you like the Bike .. I think you can get a Normal Manual Transmission for less money .. Seems it would be simple to offer different sized luggage cases as an option ,, There are still people out there who think that Harley is the only Brand .. I will share this video with them because there are so many Brands that are much better than Harley for the same or less money .. I thought this bike is like $26,000 in the USA but I am not sure about that .. It's not the kind of bike I got for so I have not researched farther..

[@michaelwright4525]

I was at a dealership this past weekend. Stopped in to kill some time. They had five 2018 Goldwing's on the floor. They ranged from $26k-$30k.

[@1997TL1000]

I think this and a trip here to ride it is going to be a better choice than getting a new sports car and just driving around town.