2021 Honda Goldwing Review | Goldwing Test Ride | CruisemansGarage.com

[@Gate3739]

Yep Just bought a DCT TOUR Airbag I'm freekin out! The salesman send me picture of it that I look at 25 times a day!....when I was 18 I told myself never I would ride a Goldwing! here I am at 57 crying for it!

[@ellobo1326]

Great video. Thanks. My last GW was an 09 I bought new. I got rid of it after only 1,800 miles. Too many close calls with distracted drivers. I love to ride and really miss it. But too many idiots on the road nowadays. Stay safe ! Edit : I couldn’t stand it ! Too many videos like this got to me. I drove 3.5 hours to a dealership and purchased a new 2021 Ardent Red Goldwing. I absolutely love these bikes. I hope I don’t have too many distracted drivers make me regret my decision 🤞🏻🤞🏻I cant wait to get my sea legs and lay some miles down.

[@robertlorentz3670]

I have a 2018 tour DCT (RED) that I bought at the end of 18, virtually drove it home and it snowed the next day. I never had a passenger on the back, always drive alone so the larger trunk is not such a big deal for me. However, if I was buying one now I would go for the 2021. I do like the red / black combination, but not enough to start all over again. 👍GREAT VIDEO!!

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

Someone posted a comment that they'll skip the DCT models because they "like the clutch." I rode manual transmission cars and motorcycles since I was 14 in the 60's. And I never considered anything else. But then I discovered sports cars with dual clutch transmissions that were faster than their manual transmission models. Golf GTI, Golf R, Audi S models, and now Ferrari, Porsche, and, yes, even the iconic American sports car, the Corvette. So, if you THINK you "like the clutch", could it be that what you really like is to do the shifting, in other words, to have control over shifting?. You see, if you "like the clutch," the DCT has two of 'em. The difference is that you just don't need to operate them! 😃 But, if you want to do the shift yourself, just move your thumb over to the paddle shifters. I've been riding Honda DCTs (the NC models) for 5 years and, frankly, I'll never go back to standard. To be honest, I would never have even tried it if I had not had the experience of driving a sports car with a dual clutch tranny and paddle shifters. But once convinced in performance cars, it wasn't such a leap to try it in motorcycles.

[@theonlyredspecial]

Agree 100%

[@andrewfrost8422]

Good point, but the DCT May tempt riders purely because it is DCT.

[@edwardkellar8835]

I’ve had my 2020 manual model since August. After delivery, i took it out for a trip to central Michigan, with only 100 miles on the clocks. The fuel mapping has been improved, as has the suspension. A huge improvement over my 2018 model, which rolled up 40,000 miles in 2 years. Thanks for the virtual test ride..... I’ll be actively searching for the trunk kit, hoping it becomes available soon, and swap it for the smaller trunk on the 2020! 🏍🏍🏍

[@redman60]

Cruiseman, Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience. That 2021 sure looks great, even with the larger trunk. I have a 2018 DCT in Red and love it. The accents on that new one really stand out. Safe travels

[@thelasman]

Thank you very much Cruiseman for the fine impression of the 2021. I own a 2018 myself, and am annoyed by the small trunk. The 2021 is a great update on that subject. One thing I am wondering about is the exhaust noise. I mean the “drone” resonance between 2000 to 2500 rpm. Has this, in your experience, been addressed in the 2021? Because of the resonance drone I always use racing earplugs. I want to ride and glide without annoying exhaust sounds. Thanks also for your very informative maintennce video’s. Paul - Thelasman

[@baliman555]

Cruiserman - you are the BEST !!!!

[@kylejameson771]

Father inlaw bought this exact bike in March. Here in Southern Oregon we had to ride to Vegas to get it. Closest dealer we could find. I bought his 05 GW with 90k. My first bike and I'm loving it. I'm 6'3" 260lb and fits me just right. Thanks for the video and wish you could have taken it in sports mode. The 21 pulls away from the 05 and that bike is fast. Fathe inlaw is really happy.

[@hermanbrown4786]

CM I just picked up my first New 2021 GW DCT and I love it. I picked it up with only 1 mile and it’s a great riding Machine. I have always been a long time Harley guy for the heavy weight touring models but I said I am going to try out the Goldwing and I have no regrets for buying this fine tune machine. Plus, I am looking to purchase your maintenance videos to add to my list of things to buy. CM please keep up the great work and stay safe and God Bless you for your time and knowledge.

[@charleschilders6388]

After 4 GWs and 2018 MY, I will not buy another until the seat is redesigned. I have 2 competitor's bikes and both have a stock seat that is comfortable for day's ride. Honda, changing the cover is not enough.

[@RevJay_Rides]

My wife is from a place in Oklahoma not far from Shawnee. We ride through there about 4 times per year. Nice review! I won’t ever own a DCT. I’ll always have a clutch on every bike I buy. I don’t care how good the automatic is. I like the clutch.

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

I wonder if you actually "like the clutch" or, perhaps what you really like, is the control over when to shift up and down. You see, in fact, the DCT has two clutches. You just don't need to operate them! 😃 If you want to control when it shifts, just flick the button to "manual" and use the paddle shifters. I've been riding Honda DCTs (the NC models) for 5 years and, frankly, I'll never go back to standard. To be honest, I would never have even tried it if I had not had the experience of driving a sports car with a dual clutch tranny and paddle shifters. All the high end sports cars use this technology.

[@RevJay_Rides]

@@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd Nope. I like the clutch.

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

@@RevJay_Rides Different strokes for different folks. Cool that Honda offers their DCT bikes in both the traditional single clutch manually operated version and the dual clutch automatically operated version. I wish they would add the DCT option to their smaller, "starter" bikes, like the Rebel 300 and 500. It might help more young people to try riding motorcycles. Nowadays, by the time a kid can afford a bike, he or she is already in their 20s and still haven't learned how to operate a clutch. So its double intimidating to start riding bikes.

[@kevinmcqueen1906]

Own a 2018 DCT, would NEVER go back to a clutch bike! When riding fast on curvy roads the DCT is simply flawless and performs better for the rider than a clutch bike! Try it one day and you will see……..

[@RevJay_Rides]

@@kevinmcqueen1906 I’m not interested. No matter if you like them or not, I’ll never buy one. I don’t care to ride one.

[@Kashooni]

I picked up my 2021 Goldwing DCT Tour Saturday March 6. I love it.

[@cruisemansgarage]

Congrats!

[@marlandgilleylen4495]

Your sound is so clear while riding. What are you using? I ordered the 2021 F6B and I can't wait to get it. Thanks for the video. 👍👍👍

[@patc8329]

Nice Bike ...But they should have put a Brake light on the trunk or on the back rest and get some crash bars for bags and engine

[@k.m.cpakistan8038]

THIS IS THE BEAUTY

[@Senegal01]

Last new Gold Wing was a 1995 SE Red and black, my last bike I sold was a 09 H-D Road Glide, Red. I gave up two wheel riding and now have a 21 Can Am Spyder RT Limited. Good video, also funny part I live in New York but my son and wife live in Meeker, OK and any time we visit we always eat at that Cracker Barrel in Shawnee by the Honda dealer.

[@boldgold3885]

Thanks for the great content in your videos. Happy to support through your Amazon site. I bought the 2021 mud gray. Someone had purchased the drunk center stand .. thrilled don’t have to pull off A ton of chrome to replace it . Different spin just done with chrome . One has to ride this bike to believe it. Totally impressed

[@gwynnromano5881]

Corbin makes a color matched trunk lid that expands the existing trunk for 2020 and earlier models. Less expensive than a new bike.

[@mrhondadenis7924]

Thanks Don beautiful videos, and thanks Cruiseman’s for the ride, hope the snow will melted fast here in Montreal 👍

[@DJ_OnAWing]

Love your videos!!! I love the new DCT Goldwing too. Just way out of my price range to afford to purchase. I do get to rent one every once in a while, which is a treat. Been riding for about 25 years, and the DCT is my favorite bike to ride, my wife’s too, LOL, it’s so comfortable for the passenger too.

[@stevedelgado2221]

I DO have a 2021 Metallic Bllack Honda DCT GW... and I still gave you a thumbs up!! Lol... They are hard to get. I’ve been on a mission since last year and finally got mine home last week. 96 miles on it today. Good review.. I rode a ‘18. This is much smoother

[@normankujawski543]

I had a 1984 Goldwing and I was able to fit 2 full face helmets in the tail trunk My wife and I took some tours on it. It was a very good bike. My only problem was a battery had to be replaced.

[@dwaynenixon2271]

Thanks Chris and Don another nice video. I think that pattern in the stripe may be reflective. Next time someone walks by one shine the light on your cell phone at it and see. I love my 2018 DCT TOUR in Pearl Hawkseye Blue.

[@scottjeffries9419]

I stupidly sold my 2012 GW and missed it immediately. I have a order on the 2022 Blue DCT. I look forward to watching your videos again for feedback and guidance.

[@joycecottingham9432]

Hi Chris,what do you save by riding in eco mode ? Surely less fun? Could you do 10 to 80 acceleration in the different modes.?

[@mikesimmons9930]

Great video. Beautiful bike. I have a 2002 Goldwing and I absolutely love it. I am curious as to how the comfort and ride of the older Goldwings compare to the newer ones?

[@cruisemansgarage]

Honestly, the previous generation is a bit more comfortable for long-distance touring, but I still prefer the newer bike.

[@jodeehuntsman7170]

Just picked up the 2021 DCT Tour model in Black Metallic. Due to availability, I was leaning towards the red/black paint scheme until I saw them side-by-side. What moved me towards the Black Metallic scheme was how well everything blended together. To me, the black plastic components on the red/black scheme stick out and it makes those panels/covers very noticeable and to me, cheapens the look. Or maybe I was just looking for an excuse not to buy a red bike...lol. Anyway, the first mod will be a new bigger, tinted windscreen. That should tie it all together and provide better protection. Keep up the great work on the videos!

[@chadgruver4423]

I saw one going out the door Saturday at my local dealer, same paint scheme. The paint is very nice. I'm still not sure I feel that new trunk is proportional to the bike. It's easily visible that it's the 2021 model.

[@dennism665]

Thanks Chris. Like the trunk. Dislike the two-tone paint. I’ll wait for ‘22, and hope for a return of the Pearl White. And yes, I will go for the DCT this time, since the changes. 41k on my ‘18. Just saw a guy here in FL who has 610,036 on his 2015 Goldwing. He was beeching because he had to replace the alternator at 500,000. Honda’s are so unreliable! 🖖 brother.

[@jeffward7502]

Cruiseman, Im looking at Goldwings, HD's and Indians. Im leaning toward the Goldwings but at 6-4 tall I am nervous on the leg room. I hear that with a aftermarket seat and different footpegs that this could be not as big of deal that Im thinking it is. Do you have any thoughts or experiences with this issue?

[@rickthompson3243]

Little disappointed in the review.. Still gave it a thumbs up! What about the upgrade on the radio? I was looking forward to the details on that. Does it have a much clearer and/or louder sound? Do you think the upgraded speakers and Amp we can buy on the '18 - '20 is a better way to go. (Not sure if you have heard one). The trunk thing. I'll have to view one next to mine to see if I like the look of it. It looks a little too big, but then again, cameras add a few pounds, Right? That said, I think a trunk should be for luggage, not helmets. I wished they had a better locking system for the helmet(s) though. Any suggestions for a better helmet lock/holder? Let us know on the radio if you got any info. All in all, I think I am going to stick with my Black '19 - manual. Not to keen on the blacked out model for '21 as well. The only option for the color you ride is in a Airbag model. Correct me if I am wrong Thanks

[@michaelhoare5291]

Yes the trunk is for luggage but after arriving and unpacking, when my wife and go out for the day or evening we want to be able to change out of our bike gear, and look like humans, and pack everything away securely and out of sight.

[@rickthompson3243]

Hence the reason i asked about a better helmet lock!

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@rickthompson3243 Helmet lock is the same.

[@byronruhter1480]

Thanks Cruiseman. You have been like a person tutor when it comes to the 2018+ GoldWing. Keep up the good work. I watch all your videos.

[@joycecottingham9432]

I ride a 6 speed 2020 Bagger and had a 2018.0n both bikes I have never averaged less than 53 mpg on our English gallon ( 10 % larger) despite riding much quicker on more challenging roads than most wingers. my tyres and pads were shot at 8000. The last few months I’ve averaged 55.9 . While I’m at it the manual 2018 will take XL helmets ,photos available.I think the dct has more electronic taking up space.

[@rosarioroberto5823]

Is that a good feature or not??

[@jamesdawn8439]

Great video. I just traded in my 2014 and bought the 2021 at Sunrise Powersports in Searcy Arkansas which happens to be the sister store to the Shawnee location referred too in this video. I am still getting used to the smaller platform. I love the suspension , the technology , the DTC transmission, and the overall look however, I am still making the adjustment as it is a much smaller bike. As for the finding the bike, I have been looking for one for several months and finally got a call last week. Very high demand and low inventory .

[@roadglide]

100% agree with overall assessment. Being premium level, sure wish there was an option to order from factory, full compliment of accessories instead of relying on dealer’s ability to add on.

[@minnybiker4505]

I'm waiting for my black '21 to be ready so I can pick it up! I'm curious if the upgraded sound system is significantly better.

[@pedroc6823]

I think the trunk light may be available with a trunk wing or rack?

[@lyleyoung1828]

Can’t wait for my 2021 to arrive in March all black beautiful!

[@MelindaColden]

lucky you! have fun ^___^

[@lucianoromero777]

Heck yeah, gold wing ain’t a joke 💯 🔥

[@sesquashtwo]

Wait for it....it will show EVERY speck of dust and dirt it comes into contact with. I bought a 1978 Goldwing, ( I have had 6 model years, over the years...) and it was Black. One month in...I paid for the red (that year) Tupperware to replace my Black, and sold my Black Tupperware for whatever (I forgot now...) price I could get for the pieces. I hated the Black...for after only ten minutes out from a full wash and wax...THERE IT WAS....flecks of dirt...dust...brown, white...beige, all showing up on the black paint. That was the purchase that never saw me again buy another vehicle car or bike, with black paint tone. Nope... Good luck with Black Beauty....for you won't be able to keep it showing clean. In the same way that white cars and bikes, seem to 'mask' the dirt collected on the panels....black...is the total opposite...it HIGHLIGHTS, every bit of dirt and debris that settles upon the panels. You'll see...

[@lucianoromero777]

@@sesquashtwo I got a black bike and I love it, it’s easy for me to get the dust of I ceramic coated it, just one simple wipe with a cloth. Black cars and bikes in general are a nightmare for car detailers because it attracts every inch off dust and dirt

[@sesquashtwo]

@@lucianoromero777 Lucian, if you found 'the solution' kudos...in that ceramic treatment. Until I 'unloaded' my black Goldwing 'Tupperware'...., my neat nick side of me, was going insane! LOL. I was suffering from a terminal case of black-paint-bike-dust/dirt/streak-itis. It gave me hives! The red Tupperware 'redo' made the hives go away.....:) "Hey Lucian, cough up HOW MANY TIMES PER DAY, you need to do that simple swipe with the cloth....c'mon...c'mon...fess up!" Safe rides! :)

[@RLovenjr]

Love the new trunk, but not enough to make me give up my 2018. Thanks for the review.

[@osamabinladen824]

Buy a truck

[@Calebvelasquez117]

@@osamabinladen824 thank you for everything osama

[@Gate3739]

Hi Cruiseman, Just got my bike!...No words for the bike, speechless!

[@spkuse]

I’ve got 26k miles on my 2018 GW and she is still humming along! Yeah, that trunk space in the 2018 is disappointing. I barely can close the lid on my Shoei full faced helmet! I know I’m bending the plastic lid and forcing it to lock. I’m gentle, but that aspect is a PITA. DCT is the only way to ride nowadays. I’m spoiled by that.

[@georgiosmaragkoudakis5570]

Hi all. Yes I do also believe DCT now days is the way to go. No matter any manual use I can't have the economy on "D" or/and shift sharpness S1, -2,-3 modes. I'm referrring through a European totally differrent model, the NC750 D INTEGRA. God knows how many clutches are melted away to just pass me or keep up with me. And that's without referring that when I'm touring I do have consistently a range of 400+ km (250) with 14.2 lts (3.75 gals). When I'll be able to get that GW it'l be the DCT.

[@kevinmcqueen1906]

Why would anyone not get the DCT model….it is the major advancement of the bike!!!

[@frankly2677]

I know it doesn’t seem important, but, what is the mpg on this? I drive a lot of hwy miles regularly and it would be a decision point for me.

[@JA-zh5xi]

I saw listed 42MPG

[@robertmercer9117]

Background music while you are talking is not helpful. Honda is finally correcting the 2018 blunders. In a few more years they will get it right.

[@RanGer-498]

They need to fix the gps and get a louder audio system...i agree about the background music.

[@alexsystems2001]

I’m glad Honda got my 2019 back under the lemon law it seems like they are re-learning how to make a bike with this thing or the people who designed it had never ridden a touring motorcycle. You wait this GoldWing with end up as big and fat as the previous one once they realize that the people who bought the old ones weren’t finding this new one as attractive and the “new” buyers they were trying to attract didn’t materialize. I was a “new” buyer from BMW to Honda and on top of the shortcomings I had a few gremlins with the oil light coming on and other lights on the dash coming on regularly that they never did figure out.

[@RanGer-498]

@@alexsystems2001 I love the slimmer bike I would never have purchased it other wise.

[@alexsystems2001]

@@RanGer-498 that’s interesting, I dunno your specific needs, but I know the trips I go on luggage space is essential, weeks on the road and sometimes 2 people in the rain and such. It’s frustrating when you have all the bags and trunk packed but go in someplace and its raining and you have no place to put your helmet on the bike and no place to put your jacket. I know there is that helmet lock outside the cases but I don’t want a soaked helmet that’s been sitting on a wet seat. I hope that makes sense.

[@RanGer-498]

@@alexsystems2001 weeks on the road? most bikers will opt for a trailer then..but thats just my feeling.

[@timbarnett3898]

Do you think Honda made trunk too small for helmet in 2020, but can upgrade for helmets in 2021? Doesn't Honda always have some test miles in all bikes?

[@kevinankney9092]

Nice review. I think that for folks that want a DCT model, this may be the better machine. I 'm still old school that like to shift, so the trunk would be the only upgraded item that my '19 doesn't have. Curious if they are still putting on those Dunlap tires, My preferred dealership just got their first one in when I dropped mine off for new tires.

[@MichelleLee-zr1uz]

I hate that all the good features are on the DCT. I don’t want an automatic motorcycle

[@kevinmcqueen1906]

I own a 2018 DCT and would NEVER go back to a clutch bike! Simply 3 things that get taken off your plate - gear shift with foot, clutch with left hand & let off throttle with right hand. When riding fast through twisties there is no comparison of how much easier it is on the rider…….oh and did I mention that you never let off the throttle when shifting a DCT model ! Try something new and you will never go back either……..

[@lcdubs7847]

Seeing the matt black 2021 in a showroom is what got me really thinking about a new goldwing

[@AmerSheikh]

Great bike and excellent review! Love the changes Honda has done by listening to the riders.

[@pilyomotoride7781]

I saw a used 2021 goldwing near me here California With 6k miles on it . Any problems to look for before buying it ?

[@alfoerster3593]

After Much deliberation between HD RG, BMW GA & Honda GW, I just put $$$ down ordered a 2021 Goldwing if I didn't run into your videos I probably wouldn't have ever considered one. I went again the grain ordered the 6 speed, DCT just not for me. Thanks again for the content. Maybe see ya out there!

[@Loveya1038]

To Cruiseman, Not all of us '18GW Owners have the Tour model. Honda could have added more room for the rear saddle bags enough to fit a helmet. Once you upgrade the stereo, you do lose room in one case where the amp goes.

[@soundadviceb2b]

Hi Cruiseman , Scott from Canada. Have you checked out the upgrade trunk lid from CORBIN ? and the side bags ?

[@ps55wa]

Always enjoy your reviews but what’s your reason for parking across 2 disabled bays?

[@pedroc6823]

Did they do anything with the side bags ? Kinda tight also. I watched the whole Verdi, and see you mentioned it. In terms of scale making it it a ram tad bigger would throw off the scale, but they could adjust the front fairing a tad bigger also.

[@RanGer-498]

I like the smaller trunk look the new one looks well big and longer, I really dobt like that silver sticker it looks like sone 80s type look the dct badge is pointless ,sadly you didnt touch on a feature many riders are wondering about...the upgraded speakers (up from 25 to 45 watts) is it actually louder and clearer or did they just uograde the speakers and not the amp output. Btw You can add a new trunk and have it painted for under 2k i believe that was my total price when i checked before.

[@anearthling-y2k]

I am also very interested in the comparison of new and old speakers.

[@frankzzr4853]

Thank you sir, been anxiously waiting for this.

[@carlhunt8494]

Chris, Just a comment on your DCT versus the difference in the new one. Once I reinitialized my DCT, it was a whole different transmission, I could not believe what an improvement it made on mine. I actually had regretted buying the DCT until I did that reinitialization.

[@volfan1nga]

I just bought a 2021 Standard Goldwing (Grey and black) and they are right now installing my factory painted tour pack and center stand for $2400 including labor.. :)

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

Would like to know more about the Tour Pack. You mean you can buy a GW and convert it later to at GW Tour?

[@volfan1nga]

@@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd Yes...kinda. You still won't have heated seats, fog lights, center stand or electronic suspension preload. Center stand is an easy add on. Fog lights easy plug and play. Suspension can still be adjusted manually. The trunks come already painted grey and matte black.

[@davervatx8814]

This is such a perfect color combination....absolutely love it. For anyone that knows, what kind of highway range and mileage are riders getting on a full tank with the new Goldwings?

[@chrisc6874]

Exactly how bad is the front suspension over bumps. Can you describe in a little more detail. You said it bottoms out over the bump in the video. It's hard to hear it exactly and "feel" what you're feeling obviously. I haven't heard of any issues besides this video. I've been planning on getting a wing. Now, I'm wondering if that's a problem.

[@ericscott1895]

Finally! A trunk that fits the helmets!

[@mrjlbarrett5556]

I will keep my 2017 goldwing no thank you on the 21 I am in process getting my wing converted to a trike california side car i am 70 still tiding

[@dannymoss7605]

I think I remember you saying after you got your 2018 that the seat was so uncomfortable that you could only ride about 1 1/2 hours and you had it altered. Is that correct and is this seat the same case? Really a 1 1/2 or 2 hour seat on such a luxury bike is pathetic wouldn't you agree? Also when I test rode a new generation Goldwing I heard a fairly loud roar noise on decel to a stop and when I ask the sales person about it they said all of them had that sound, is this true and is it still on the 2021? I ride a 2015 Goldwing and still love it.

[@8r1]

Ordering mine, in red, tomorrow. Going to have Max at Traxxion Dynamics hook me up with proper suspension and other goodies! So excited. I can hardly wait!

[@alp3781]

Good luck! You will enjoy this machine. Give her a bit time to break in and then she is magic !!!!

[@NoWay-xu1ie]

To bad you have to spend $$$$ on a new motorcycle to have the suspension corrected.

[@alp3781]

The 2020s shock bumper was improved ! I do feel at times that the front is over soft but I can't complain at all. I don't see the need to replace the shock.

[@ronhiel6898]

Ordered mine today. Going to put a CSC Trike kit on it. Looking to take delivery within 2 to 3 weeks or so. My builder has some good sources to get them. He already took delivery today on one that could have been mine if I'd acted maybe a week earlier. But I can wait a extra week or two. Am excited.

[@alainlopez5490]

Merci Chris et Don pour ce test et cette vidéo! Thanks Chris and Don for this video. Well done!

[@kimnewling5728]

Good video. If demand is high, honda will build them. Not to worry. How was wind protection? If your audio was an indication, it wasn't awesome. Thank you!

[@cruisemansgarage]

Wind protection with the stock windscreen is adequate, but not as good as with the F4 Customs. Also, it was a very windy day.

[@tomgarcialmt]

Bring back the white color Goldwing Honda!

[@wmden1]

I like that you can see the engine, as in, not fully covered. The fairing is more aesthetically pleasing than most fairings are. I never was too crazy about the looks of a bike with a fairing, though. I always liked the looks of a nicely chromed and artistic front fork and headlight. That said, I probably would like a fairing shielding me from cold or hot wind and rain.

[@bjrnarthur9272]

Great wideo. I see some people complain on the suspention , I live and ride in Norway, the roads here are in general much poorer than thoose in the US but I dont have any suspention issues with my 21 DCT airbag, neither does a friend of mine with a 2018 model. Perhaps because we only use Tour and Sport mode here when we ride ?

[@piperpilot1975]

I have a 2016 audio comfort GW, with only 2600 on it. Curious what you think of this generation compared to the 2021?

[@brianwatford226]

wow,2600 miles

[@michaelbayliss1794]

Fancy paint job , let's hope they put a little more paint on . I have spots were the paint is wearing thin on my 2018 . Thanks for the great videos CM .

[@kjmdrumz3]

Standard Japanese paint, unfortunately.

[@Supermankev2001]

Thanks so much for coming to our Live stream I have subscribed.Great channel

[@EddieSprouse]

Good video. I have a 2003 Goldwing. I've always thought the one thing I'd like to see change is having removable luggage. But that'll probably never happen. There are times I just don't want the extra bulk or times when I'd like the extra space that removable luggage can have. There is so much wasted space in the Goldwing luggage. Especially the panniers.

[@dejonsmall9886]

CM, great vid. I'm with you on chrome mufflers. I know that chrome don't get you home, but it looks sooo much better. Don't care for the Airbag. It adds more stuff to take off to change the air filter..

[@cruisemansgarage]

Very true!

[@gwrider18m92]

I have a 2018 and have no issues with it's storage capacity, I find the new trunk looking too large for the bike but obviously it's look is subjective and everyone will see it differently. I do agree with Cruiseman on the matte finishes, definitely not my style but it's nice that Honda has some very different choices for people who like shiny and those who don't.

[@Lylemac59]

That really is a gorgeous bike. I test rode the 2018 DCT when it first came out and thought back then it was an awesome bike but I ended up buying an Indian Roadmaster. Don't get me wrong, I love my Roadmaster but I keep going back to the Honda Goldwing. And that color combo is beautiful. I will say the one thing I did not like about the new goldwing is the seat. To me, it was pretty uncomfortable for extended rides.

[@Panda-wt9oz]

Would love to see more colors with blacked out chrome, blue over black, green over black, those would be sharp for sure

[@Hogdriver88]

I'm not normally a fan of red paint but that is a nice combination. Is the silver stripe paint or decal? Will the utopia backrest still fit this seat?

[@cruisemansgarage]

I believe the silver is a decal, but it appears that they shot the clear coat over it.

[@cruisemansgarage]

Yes on Utopia.

[@markyoung2062]

Great video! I'm wondering why you think Honda will be discontinuing the Goldwing? I would have thought that with such high demand, as you pointed out several times in the video, Honda would be motivated to keep developing and selling the model.

[@cruisemansgarage]

The demand IS high given the current supply. However, the market for large touring bikes is nothing like it was in the early 2000s.

[@krispy1k]

Just got the go ahead from the wife to get one. Hopefully over the next week or so I may be joining the GW family.

[@cruisemansgarage]

Very cool!

[@roberts9865]

Most beautiful bike I've ever seen. Bigger trunk looks great. Best bike ever made.

[@cruisemansgarage]

We agree!

[@enriquemendizabal5310]

Why do you think Honda might stop producing the Gold Wing?

[@jcpatrick4824]

Which video has ' *wheelies and burnouts* ' you mentioned 👍🏅🕊️

[@donaldremington3737]

I have an 18 , and I'm pleased to see that the trunk is the main difference [and paint ] . I would hate to see G W buyers become like H D has become , where the paint has become the big deal. And I rode Harley's for 35 years.

[@ThatChuckGuy]

I wish they had the red/black like you rode here, but with the black engine and exhaust. I HATE chrome.

[@gasbelle3420]

Thanks for the 2021 test ride CM. Think I’ll stick with my 2020. You said something towards the end about Honda may not make Goldwings much longer? Can you expand on this sometime? I thought they are still great selling bikes for Honda? Thanks.

[@cruisemansgarage]

I was just speculating that the overall market for motorcycles is receding. How many of our kids and grandkids ride motorbikes?

[@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd]

@@cruisemansgarage IMHO, putting DCT on "starter bikes" like the little Rebels would help get young people on bikes. "Kids nowadays" don't learn to drive standard transmissions, so getting a twenty-something to learn to ride a motorcycle presents too many hurdles. Most of us were familiar and used to standard transmissions by the time we could afford to buy a motorcycle.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@RobertLeeLewisThe2nd I completely agree, but the cost of a DCT might make the smaller bikes prohibitive.

[@aholecop5547]

now all they need to do is replace the radio/navi unit

[@hazelwoodgarage]

will that trunk bolt up to the 18-2020 models and can you get one helmet in yours?

[@JeffMarcum]

Thanks for the review. I look forward to getting one later this year or early next year...after I move to Texas. That time of the year will let me see if there are any changes to the 2022 model before buying. Either way, the new Gold Wing will be the perfect companion to my 2020 Yamaha VMAX.

[@cruisemansgarage]

Have fun!

[@giddyuptechreviews733]

I won’t be riding to Texas until that Nutcase governor resigns!

[@jerryhubbard4461]

My concern is how small the foot board for the passenger and the peg for the rider. Hopefully you can purchase some sort of highway mounts for the rider to be able to change positions and stretch out.

[@jfarlandutube]

Great video thanks. I have a 2018 and love it. I looked at the 2018 and thought it looked like a beautiful girl with a generous rear end. Many riders will appreciate it. The red/black paint, I agree, is beautiful.

[@scottdavis9318]

Nice bike Cruiseman. Thanks for another great video. You always have very valuable information. 👍

[@cruisemansgarage]

My pleasure!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

I could care less about the size of the trunk, I'll adjust. It's the performance that's important in any bike, and Honda gets it right every year a new model comes out. Yes we like storage, but all the storage in the world don't mean a thing if I the bike isn't reliable. Nice review... It would have better if you didn't have a follower / baby sitter watching your every move. If I can't test ride a bike the way I normally ride, then I wouldn't purchase it. And no I am NOT a reckless rider.

[@garyfrankel2853]

I took note of your "end of an era" comment and have to agree; end of the internal combustion era Goldwing. My opinion is Honda will bring out a high milage ELECTRIC GW within the next 10 years. As battery performance improves and the infrastructure of recharging stations grows, it makes sense to me that the next iteration Wing will be electric. Talk about performance! It could be a game changer for long distance comfort and styling. I'm happy with my '18 DCT Tour and will likely be too old to ride an e-Wing but just imagine...

[@cruisemansgarage]

There is no technology on the horizon that would indicate a long-distance electric motorcycle (or car for that matter) is coming anytime soon.

[@garyfrankel2853]

@@cruisemansgarage Solid state batteries show promise and with a 10 year time horizon I believe would enable a truly cross-country vehicle - car or MC. All a pipe dream for now but one never knows!

[@eb1941]

Too bad for Vespa that Honda will not be buying trucks for Goldwings. Thanks for posting. Glad to see the larger trunk. I would like to take a test ride, but the dealer near me does not allow test rides.

[@bobweatherford8980]

Why do you ride in economy mode? I use tour myself most of time. Great video

[@cruisemansgarage]

Riding around town it seems to save on fuel, besides, in stop-n-go traffic I don't really need Tour mode. I do use Tour mode when pulling my trailer.

[@markstemmett5296]

I use sport everywhere, just so much fun

[@howierides]

I would go for an upgrade just for the larger trunk. Also, I'd go for the air-bag model but didn't find any information on the web about the safety advantage versus the non-airbag model.

[@cruisemansgarage]

There is very little real world information on the airbag.

[@giddyuptechreviews733]

Other than a front end collision, it won’t make any difference.

[@JMGeranimo]

I forgot to ask, does a helmet fit in the side bags? My 2013 f6b could fit one. Thanks for the video.

[@RobertMacCready]

I totally expected you to buy the 2021 you were test riding. Zero miles, it was perfect.