Rabid Hedgehog's Review of the 2012 Honda Goldwing

[@mikegunsallus7387]

I own a Goldwing and I know they're not for everyone but I always enjoy it when someone rides one for the first time. Everyone's first words are wow

[@RabidHedgehog]

Sign of a good ride.

[@KrazyKoolNYer]

I like that you went over the controls before you jumped on the bike, and gave the specs as well.Good review.

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Krazy Kool NYer Thanks. if the bike is not part of a group ride that I can just walk around that is how I will review.

[@scottd3729]

+Rabid Hedgehog I liked it when you called the gas tank a storage bin! But you corrected it! Darn! :)

[@jjayallan]

If they gave Oscars for reviews You'd qualify..Honda owes you for that review, I really hope they see it. ITS A WINNER‼️🏁🏆

[@RabidHedgehog]

Thanks for the support!

[@guybowers9094]

Just came across this video and had to watch. I currently ride a 1500 Goldwing which is way comfortable but I'm going to be looking at a blue 2012 model tomorrow so I'm glad I got to watch

[@cobra3xm]

I'm here because i've recently been bitten by the goldwing bug. Nice review. Experienced rider here.4:00-5:00 rolls to stop sign. Acknowledges he needs to get used to bike. Allows car to pass as not to rush himself out in front of it. Gravel notation. Excessive wrist snapping while shifting at first. Confidence increase in turning.4:00;4:40 and 8:00. You can be seen getting used to it by breaking down your video!! Nice bike, Good rider.

[@RabidHedgehog]

Chacon Jeremy thank you sir!

[@henryhonda8408]

I ride a 2012 2 tone red/silver Goldwing...... a dream to ride, I've put 87,000 km on it (54000 miles) in 5 years and just LOVE IT. It doesn't take very long to get used to all them buttons, like you said they are well labelled.

[@RabidHedgehog]

I still believe that if you hit the right sequence the car that just cut you off would have a missile take it out... Okay that is a bit of wishful thinking, but seriously it is a well thought out bike and I cannot think of anything wrong with it. It is a nice and comfortable ride.

[@campupnort1905]

Loved your review. In particular, your first ride of a Goldwing response:) Priceless. Even though it’s winter in Minnesota, I just purchased a 2005 30th Anniversary Goldwing with 21k miles. I can’t wait for the snow to melt!!!! Watching your video just wet my appetite all the more. Thx.....nice job

[@RabidHedgehog]

Thank you! Ride safe out there!

[@Stu650Zuk]

My good friend just sold his new 2018 HD Street Glide and purchased this exact year and color in your video with only 4000 miles on it for $10k!! What a bargain...He liked his HD alot but once he test drove the GoldWing he had to have one...The HD was 25K+ new and he sold it for near new price and seriously lowered his bank payment on top of it all. I took it for a ride over the weekend and I am highly impressed with it myself...Now I gotta sell my cruiser and step up to the ultimate Gold Wing...Also this bike is very well protected from a simple tip over with the guards it has..He purposely laid it down in my yard to show me how it sets and how easy it was to stand it back up...I'm sold...I'm just going to give my bike to my son as he is ready to go to a bigger bike and hopefully find a great used deal on this generation of Gold Wing...I like the older Gen more than the newest one,,but I can't say without riding one...But I don't want to spend 30K either, nor would I want the dual clutch DCT transmission..luckily still available with a normal clutch and shifter...I was so impressed with how smoothly and quickly it accelerates! Instant torque and take off power..Well I wrote a book...lol..oh well.

[@RabidHedgehog]

You will not be disappointed with the wing for a long time to come and in some respects it can be the last bike you ever buy they are that good. And I agree you could write a novel on how good the Gold Wing really is and that is after a short ride even.

[@hatzlmike]

Beauty is a piece of machinery that changes your perception of what can be and what is.....I hear it happening as you ride that bike. The Japanese people are amazing motorcycle builders. I have a 1985 Yamaha Venture Royale and oooof.......buying it for $2500, it is stunning electronically (stereo, cruise...etc) and so, so smooth and powerful. Heck even the saddle bags just turn key unclip right off the side of the bike and have handles on them like luggage?? Amazing. The Wing is for sure the top of the food chain and you're beautiful natural reaction solidified a Wing's place in my garage. Thanks! Oh....and very appreciative for the detail, ACCURATE (not opinion) options description/walk around at the beginning....very necessary.

[@RabidHedgehog]

They do produce some excellent quality bikes for sure.

[@chriscaliente5033]

I see that you are having a joygasm riding the Goldwing.

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Chris Caliente Just a bit.

[@scottd3729]

I think it's a little bit more. He probably went out and got himself one too!!!

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Scott D Nah, I'm sticking with My XT and Night Rod for now. Can't take a Gold Wing offroad or to ludicrous speed either.

[@scottd3729]

+Rabid Hedgehog You know you want one!!! :)

[@RabidHedgehog]

I don't know yet. There are many more out there to ride first! I want to get a Rocket III Roadster actually and put all the necessary touring equipment on it. I know the have a touring Rocket but it is detuned and I want the full force of the 2300 engine.

[@rutkowsky1000]

i test drove a 2015 hondagold wing amazing machine gonna buy one in the spring

[@rutkowsky1000]

hi john here gonna get one next year cant wait awsome machine

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Cool review, I have never known anyone with one that didn't like it . I am hoping to get a test ride on one one day.

[@RabidHedgehog]

It's just a perfect bike all around.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Yeah , I know for a fact they have some wicked lean angle also, due to the Frame/chasis history. Not sure if you know, but check out yellowwolf on his glowing on the dragon.. talk about a beast, but he has a full on race suspension set up with a car tire out back . just sick.

[@RabidHedgehog]

+dbest1a Vlogs I'll have to check that out.

[@whitetailpoet4243]

Great overview of the control panels. Doesn't seem as hard as it looks after your rundown. Thanks.

[@RabidHedgehog]

You're welcome

[@RufusCapstick]

Excellent review, nice details and no superfluous waffle.

[@velocityflier16]

Boy that sure is a nice bike! Glad you had a good time on it!

[@jimboudreau7644]

I just bought a 2012 exactly like yours. I love it.

[@tennwingman3350]

I have that bike level 4 airbag and in red. I think you may have turned the Goldwing corner. Welcome to our world! Nice review

[@RabidHedgehog]

I want to try a new one so badly.

[@tennwingman3350]

I rode with a buddy last Monday that had the white Tour and offered to let me ride it and I turned it down, what the hell was I thinking? Should have took the ride!! @@RabidHedgehog

[@whitetailpoet4243]

Looking to up-grade from my trusty ole Yamaha XS 850 triple, thought I'd go Harley, but finding alot of great reviews on the GL 1800 Gold Wing for the type of touring my wife & I plan on doing. Time to do some test ridin!!...Great video & very detailed. Thanks Rabid!... Peace from Nor Minnesota! DB.

[@RabidHedgehog]

Thank you sir! Where the Harley is the Cadillac of bikes the Goldwing is more like the BMW (well Acura) of bikes, a little more refined in everyway.

[@whitetailpoet4243]

+Rabid Hedgehog Youre welcome Rabid... I have been hearing about a front end wooble between 30-45 mph on the 1800... Did you experience this? DB

[@mrRhwalden]

Oh they will do it... have the headset bearings replaced with a set from all balls and that problem goes away... also, it's way more pronounced if the front tire is a smidgen low on pressure.

[@whitetailpoet4243]

+Urban Madness Thank You Sir!!

[@RabidHedgehog]

I did not feel any wobble what-so-ever. The bike was very young in miles and may have not loosened up at the neck bearings at this time.

[@jjayallan]

Excellent GOLDWING review😀👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽Because of YOU I'm going to get one.. Kudos dude your awesome 🙌🏽And THANKS YOU..jj

[@joeclapp1434]

lol, your one of the reasons I'm buying my first Goldwing. thanks

[@RabidHedgehog]

You're welcome

[@JohnnyRebKy]

I got bit by the Goldwing bug after looking at new 2020s. I am so bummed to see how expensive used ones are 🙄.

[@SuthernCalMotovlogs]

Definitely in the market for one. Thanks for this exciting review! Subbed.

[@RabidHedgehog]

Thank you for the support!

[@johnrice8313]

Nice review, just found your channel. But I do remember, I think, it was Adam Sandal that referred your channel at one time. Anyway great video and review. Excellent job.

[@RabidHedgehog]

Thank you!

[@rutkowsky1000]

that will be my next bike amazing machine

[@traygiddens4580]

I always invite people to have a seat on my 2002 GL1800. first reaction is "Oh My God, this feels great!"...The biggest problem is that once you get one , it kind of ruins everything else for you. Top this off with the fact that there's no bike better for sharing the riding experience with a lady or your kid. One for these days they will ad a 6th gear or a DCT. When they do that is when I'll spend whatever it takes to get the last bike I'll ever want/need.

[@RabidHedgehog]

I agree. So I kept it short.... and slow enough for my friend to stay up with me... cause the though crossed my mind to steal it. If I get a full touring setup it's at the top.

[@tr0nix1]

Dude, amazing review. Thank you for being detailed. Your reaction to the bike should be a sales ad for honda. Hows the center of gravity on this beast compared to other bikes? Subb'ed!

[@RabidHedgehog]

Very low and balanced. So far the best balanced touring bike so far. It's actually scary how well these things can turn. Check out some vids on Honda Goldwing handling and it will seriously stun you.

[@tr0nix1]

Hey rabid. Got an amazing deal on a used 2012 in 8/16. Since then, the wife and I have put on 13K miles! Couldn't be happier with our purchase. Thank you again

[@bandamotociclista5674]

great review man!! but shift those gears bit smoother.. u are banging it hard :-p

[@mrRhwalden]

I noticed that too.... :) Gotta Be smooth on the smooth bike....

[@RabidHedgehog]

I am used to riding tractors and not Ferrari's

[@bandamotociclista5674]

then electra glide is for u

[@RabidHedgehog]

Hey now I got better :)

[@HarleyDayRider]

Nice review. Now for my my grips I guess. I have never rode one first off. But just looking at the bike I think it is way to busy. By the time I would be hitting all of those buttons I would surely crash into something? But I would like to try to ride one now that you did just to see what it feels like. Thanks and Ride Safe!

[@RabidHedgehog]

It does seem busy, but everything is nicely labeled where you can just glance and go. also being right off the left and right sides of the tank it's really easy to navigate and such on the fly. I was surprised it was easy despite the way it looks.

[@RealCptHammonds]

You said the foot boxes were small for you, so what size shoe do you wear?

[@RabidHedgehog]

14 with 4E width.

[@alvinmintura8100]

one question, why honda dont apply dual clutch transmission to this premium beauty? i will buy it if it have DCT

[@RabidHedgehog]

Alvin D Maybe on the next update cycle. several Hondas as of late have been getting the automatic treatment.

[@sal8575]

You sound exactly like Dave Ramsey! Haha

[@mrtequilashooter]

how did that Goldwing compare to the vision?

[@RabidHedgehog]

Much better and smoother. Power was smoother throughout the rev range and you don't have to flog it to 3 grand just to make it feel right.

[@ronaldthomas3528]

great video!! where you at? it's beautiful. too much bike for a first bike??

[@RabidHedgehog]

Ronald Thomas Rt. 66, Chandler Oklahoma. And, although I say any bike can be a first bike these maybe too heavy at first for a new rider that needs to gain confidence.

[@ronaldthomas3528]

Rabid Hedgehog thanks for your input. I was kinda thinking that. I'm about six foot 185, and pretty fit. still 900 pounds is heavy. I sure would like to go directly to the Goldwing, but something smaller seems likely.

[@ronaldthomas3528]

Rabid Hedgehog Oklahoma I have never been. I will have to check it someday.

[@RabidHedgehog]

The east more so than the west. Mostly because of the fact that the east has some riding roads along with the Ouachita and Ozarks giving some better terrain.

[@herbertpatron144]

Chris , I'm looking for a nice 2012 gold wing ,,,know anyone selling one?preferably the GPS model

[@RabidHedgehog]

Best thing I can say is try Cycle Trader.

[@michaelharrison4068]

my question to you sir how many years you been rideing ?

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Michael Harrison This will be starting my 12th year. I started on dirt with a friend's 1st gen banged up ol' KLR 650.

[@ShawnKitchen]

The way he shifts, I'm guessing "not long".

[@deangruwell6555]

@@ShawnKitchen moron 🙄

[@Supernaut2000]

Now let’s talk about changing the engine air filter...

[@michaelfrascati7610]

It is a big deal but many say up to 35k miles before changing, unless it’s dusty. It’s very possible to do yourself just take your time... KZbin videos out there and Clymer manual is detailed.

[@michaelharrison4068]

so u rode a honda what about the harleys ?

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Michael Harrison Harley's at this time cannot touch this thing. Not even close in terms of how refined the ride is and the smoothness and power delivery. This thing can also out turn them as well all day long. Suspension travel is much higher than Harley as well with over 4 inches in the back and 5.5 up front. It is the touring bike to go to for sure.

[@trickcyclists]

Haha I take it that you like the Wing then...

[@RabidHedgehog]

Just a smidge :) lol

[@MrSTOUT73]

Do you get extra points for always speed shifting?? LOL

[@RabidHedgehog]

Nope sometimes fail

[@willmann30]

I absolutely despise when sport bike riders take their shifting habits on a luxury cruiser like this! Painful to watch and listen to!

[@RabidHedgehog]

willmann30 But we mellow at eventually :)

[@keemez]

somebody needs to learn how to shift more smoothly

[@michaelharrison4068]

how about the Indians ?

[@RabidHedgehog]

+Michael Harrison I like Indians but they still have the characteristic V-twin vibes that may wear on a rider for the long term while this thing is just wow.... Like mad smooth. And yes it is very USS Enterprise in control scheme as there are buttons and switches and the touchscreen navi and such Vs. the Indian which wins in the simplicity category. But I am willing to learn few extra buttons for the ability to add miles to my day.