I must’ve watched hours and hours of motorcycle reviews on KZread but this is the most objective, well presented review I’ve ever watched. Most importantly it’s a UK based review. Excellent review guys, keep up the good work.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David. Very much appreciated! 👍🏼👍🏼

@davidcox4662

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan no worries at all 👌👌

@circleofthewolfairsoft7419

3 күн бұрын

Heck with that he had me at saying he was 6’3” I am a little bit taller and he looked comfortable sitting on it…😂

Never been interested in any Goldwings in the past, but this looks really nice and is a real departure from the old pattern. could be tempted in the future.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

The more we rode it - the more we loved it. It really is a phenomenal motorcycle

I already did the Harley Honda comparison......I now own a new Goldwing tour. I've had Harleys since 1993 this bike is just so refined, and in real terms cheaper because everything is already on it, but on a Glide is extra. And its going to last a million miles!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes we must say the GoldWing is a very capable motorcycle.

I never thought I would say this about a gold wing but that is one lovely looking bike and I want one. 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

It goes even better than it looks! 👍🏼

@annielfc

3 жыл бұрын

You and me both! It's still weird to say out loud, but yeah, I want one!

@rmcalhoun4543

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I currently have a Harley electra glide but if I ever buy a new bike, this is what I want.

@blackkitty1774

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan where is this filmed? It looks lovely.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackkitty1774 it is filmed some in Rutland and some in Leicestershire.

This setup of father and son reviewing motorcycles is so great. It is a warm, honest and humble review. Best MC reviewers!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Much appreciated

I got the Burgman 650 last year so in a couple of years ready for this wonderful and exciting machine, a very informative video, thanks guys

Outstanding review. I've combed the internet and KZread for hours looking for information on the real world luggage capacity as well as attaching a bag to the rear seat. I'm picking up my 2021 B model Saturday and a 2000 mile road trip to New Orleans with a good friend. Thank you for being comprehensive. Cheers.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Enjoy your bike 👍🏼👍🏼

Hey Guys, we were the kids scootering on the Nevill Holt Lane, we managed to track you down! Sorry, if we got in some of ur shots. Really cool to see you riding some of the local roads!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Toasty Toast well done for tracking us down! Don’t worry you guys weren’t in the way, I used to scooter a bit when I was younger and then I went to bmx. Hopefully that’ll be step one for you guys to get a motorcycle when you’re older!

@casperjairns

3 жыл бұрын

MrDarcy & the Ol'Man aha thanks guys!

To me, Goldwings have always been a two-wheeled near-death Florida snowbird's Winnebago, smelling of denture cream and Antiphlogistine. Never have been attracted to them. At all. But this one? Damn it looks nice. Almost like a sports bike. I dig it. Florida, here I come!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Actually a stupendously good bike.👍🏼👍🏼

Yours is the most informative, insightful, and comprehensive review on the Goldwing I have ever seen.It truly is a work of art, this,and if I didn’t have a plethora of Harley items,this would be on my short list as a replacement for one of my Harleys.Thank you for taking the time to present the Goldwing so completely.It is my pleasure to subscribe.👏👏👏👏👏

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! Much appreciated! Welcome aboard 👍🏼👍🏼

Nice review. My wife has the 2017 CTX700 DCT and loves it. She's been riding it for 3 1/2 years and She already has her eye on this baby!! Thank you!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! The Goldwing is a fabulous bike! 👍🏼

Wow amazing review,this was hands down the best overall review I’ve seen.nice job. I’ve been riding a 2017 Harley road glide ultra for 6 years,I truly loved this bike,but it’s now time to enjoy something a little lighter and more responsive.👍

Have seen many vids about the Goldwing but this is the most invormative one, thx for the content 👍🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

Wonderful review, well thought out and very classy, liked that 2 presenters took part. Thank you!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 👍🏼💯

By far thee' most comprehensive break down on my new bike- Thanks to u guys across the pond - Thanks Mate

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Philip!

I'm a year late to the party, I realize, but this review is hands-down the best review of the Goldwing I've seen. And likely, one of the best for any bike, anywhere. Bravo! Subscribed.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Really wow thanks! We don’t feel that it’s one of our better ones. Have you seen our more recent reviews? Welcome aboard 👍🏼👍🏼

@DLittl1711

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I’m through about 10 of them already. 👍. Fantastic!

This is the most in-depth review on the newest generation Honda GW on youtube. New subscriber here

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. 👍🏼👍🏼 Welcome aboard

That’s the first time I’ve heard that engine at various & slower speeds in a KZread clip and it sounds a lot better, deeper and more characterful than I feared. A lot of reviews seem to concentrate on the full force of the engine capabilities, the sportier element of the bike when in actuality, it is a cruiser. Thanks to your review I’m a little closer to a major contactless purchase which because I live ‘off shore’, pretty much eliminates any chance of a real live demo. Nice review 👍🏼

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

We’re glad it helped and agree with what you said. There are aftermarket pipe options if you want a louder sound ( a subscriber has put the links in the comments below the video)

I have listened to 12 or more American people who did reviews on the new generation Goldwings and not one person mentioned the unique square bore and stroke, or the fact that it sounds like a Porsche. Thank you so much for not being boring! We need to know these critical details. 😊

Thanks for the review, probably the best one I've seen on this bike. It was in part a major reason why I've just ordered one!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Really glad it helped and great decision!

A bloody good job boys. A very comprehensive review, a few could learn from yourselves. Including some of the professionals. Take five stars. 👍🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben! Have you had a look at our more recent reviews?

Great review, nice touch young and senior opinions. Well done guys!

Great review of a really cool bike. Thanks guys. 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

internetcruiser Thanks my friend! 👊🏼👍🏼

I've ridden all the GL's from the naked gl-1000 to the 1600. Not a fan of heavy touring bikes but that is the most attractive tourer I've ever seen.

I have a dct africatwin and the dct thing is amazing, I can stand on it off-road without worrying about changing gears. Very nice review, looking for a goldwing, looks amazing

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

I found the DCT on the Africa Twin to be nowhere as good as it is on the Goldwing.

You'll never go back to the old dinosaur way of Shifting Gears anymore

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

The thing is, manual is more engaging for the rider. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but watch Gordon Murray talking about the new t 50 supercar. It’s really enlightening and applies to bikes too

Hmmmm, I gotta Harley, but this review was quite detailed therefore my curiosity had me viewing it in it's entirety. Nice bike, great review guys! I've subscribed!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mr Avery! Well worth a testride!

I want this bike! I own a 17 Africa twin DCT and its amazing, once you have some hours in the saddle slow maneuvers and off road riding become second nature and its brilliant. I’m not a fan of baggers but this one is so cool, great review!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Timothy! Yes the Gold Wing is tremendous! We’re reviewing the Africa Twin Adventure Sport right now!

Definitely gonna be my next ride. I have the ctx700 dct and I can't say I want ever go back to normal manual shifting but having a dct option changes the game completely. Great video by the way 👏👍🏽

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. It’s certainly a tremendous bike! 👍🏼

I enjoy the relaxed style of your reviews. Thank you !

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼

That's a great review of such a great bike. I never thought I would be interested in a gold wing, but after so many years and grey hairs I'm now actually interested in one. After watching your review. I had no idea they have so many buttons 🙄 would take me weeks to learn them all. Well done again and I'll stick to my Harley, it has way less buttons which I like, my first Harley as an ex-pat in the US for about 30 yrs I thought it was time to try one 🤣 I look forward to more of your reviews. I'm about your height so I know the bike would fit, but not fit my wallet 🤔

Good review. My 2018 Goldwing DCT Tour is the best bike I've ever owned or ridden, I love the thing to death!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes we can see why you say that 💯👍🏼

I'm an Italian bike lover but I'm interested in this Goldwing. However, I clicked on the vid to witness the most epic beard ever. Rock on brother! Subbed. And wow that English countryside. Hope I can ride there someday!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy and welcome aboard! 👍🏼

Hello! Your review is very nice! My bike is GOLDWING1800 DCT, color & type(BAGGER) are same yours. From JAPAN. LOVE HONDA&LOVE BIKES

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It is a very good motorcycle! We love Japanese motorbikes here!

Awesome review. Thanks... Recently ordered my Red / Black 2021 DCT Tourer

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

DAVE IBBY Thanks 💯 and thats great 👍🏼👍🏼

That's called a Hossack front end. A brilliant design, many decades old, and I wonder why more makers don't use it. Prior Goldwings had standard tubes and more front brake dive. BMW's implementation is called Duolever, used on the K1600 since 2011.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s very good indeed!

15:45 is what I was waiting for. It was worth it. My cousin has a deep red 2020 Gold Wing and you just can't take your eyes off of it.

Very nicely done! An excellent unbiased review. Thanks you 🇨🇦

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼

Very informational , I loved the amazing forks of the bike and your beard.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m with you there 👍🏼

Great reviews, I have an 2018 DCT tour , my first DCT and it’s great 👍🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 yes very good

i have a 2016 F6B and thinking about this one! Good review!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

The Gold Wing is a marvellous motorcycle 👍🏼👍🏼

Thank you for another great motorcycle review. Much appreciated.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob 💯

A beautiful bat-bike, impressive tech, but not my cup of warm sake, so to speak. Excellent review, thanks! The algorithm just decided I should check it out.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you found us. Don’t forget to check out our other reviews 👍🏼

Good review. Love the look of the bike in that color combo. Wish the touring version came in that color.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Ken Bogan Thank you! Yes this colour combo looks great

I thought the same about the DCT. And so I had one. And after three months, it drove me mad. Never up shifted when I wanted, never down shifted when I wanted. Yes, could have used the push button to shift it myself. Got a bike with a quick shifter instead. Quite happy with that.

@johnmoylan7202

2 жыл бұрын

I think you were in an odd user mode if it did that . 3 x DCT in this house now and none of them do that.

Mr.Darcy. Thanks to share this video. It looks beautiful and is very usable.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

No problem! Yes definitely

Cracking review guys, loved the chat on modes, test riding one next month!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

8 күн бұрын

Awesome 😊

Loved the review! Bike looks great! That is the same color and model that I plan to purchase.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud and excellent! Fabulous bike!

Another great review guys, I'm a fan, however my dog is not as at 25:08 the horn woke her from a sound sleep on the sofa next to me. LOL Either way we agree you guys do good reviews, watched your Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sport review earlier today and enjoyed that review especially since that's probably going to be my next bike come March. Lovely scenery you have around you too. After watching two of your reviews I have chosen to subscribe. Stay safe, Cheers.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks George! The Africa Twin Adventure was not one of our better videos so I’m glad you enjoyed it. Welcome aboard!

High torque doesn't technically give you more of a shove. It's simply a measurement of how much work the engine does per revolution. A high torque engine will feel powerful at low RPM's, but any engine that put out that same horsepower figure would pull you just as hard, albeit perhaps at a much higher and more ear shattering RPM. You don't use a diesel to pull a heavy load because the petrol cars couldn't move it. You use a diesel because it gives you its rated horse power without sitting at 6000 on the clock. That said, high torque engines feel damn good.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

oh High torque is like getting pushed by Dwayne Johnson, low torque is like getting pushed by a kid. There’s a big difference and believe us; you can feel it

@PacAnimal

3 жыл бұрын

Sure, I know what you mean. At low RPM's, it'll feel that way. This is why we like a high torque engine, because we imagine that it'll have just as much to give if you keep revving it up. However, the horsepower, or kilowatts, if you prefer that unit of measure, is actually the only measurement that directly determines your acceleration. If you didn't hear, feel, or see the engine, 100HP from a turbo charged Harley at 5000 RPM would pull exactly as hard as 100HP from a sport bike at 10000 RPM, given their weight was the same. That's just a fact.

This is my goal bike. Everything that I could want. Even the kitchen sink!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

The Ryan Jester It’s worth aiming for because it’s spectacular. Once you get used to the DCT it becomes fun to ride and we loved it 👍🏼

Great review... They do a naked version of this bike (Valkyrie) which is bad ass! The Goldwing is deffo on my list when I settle down and start touring the EU.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Oli Ox Thanks bro! Shame they don’t make the Valkyrie any more. A Valk’ version of this would be super badass!

Great review guys to the point with more than enough info for potential purchasers. Loved the original Gold Wing Probably because as far as I know it was the first bike that could actually do 100,000 miles without being rebuilt 3 times. Bit too super scooterish look wise for my taste . But then I never was a fairing lover.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lee. Yes we get your point about the super scooter look. I'd love a bit of paint and chrome to polish!

A Spaceship of o motorbike and just stunning to look at. Great review.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

James Moros Thanks James 👍🏼👍🏼 Yes very spaceshiplike

Excellent review of an exceptional motorcycle. Thank you.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes it’s a very impressive bike!

Authentic bike review Darcy & Ol Man … 🍻

Nice review. I have DCT on my Crosstourer, it's an excellent system and very suited to this sort of bike tourer/all rounder.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

J Bo thanks! Yes DCT very much so 👍🏼

Such a cool bike. The horn is epic and the best in the business. Back lighted handlebar switches for night riding, technology for days, smooth, fast, torquey and looks fantastic. The DCT is quick off the line and a nice feature in traffic and long haul traveling. Honda makes good stuff with a history of proven reliability. The beard is classic. Ride safe and ride often. Peace.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Very good points!

One of the few Hondas (car or motorcycle) I would consider iconic. Looks great too. Giving it a DCT was an inspired idea, too. With its double wishbone front suspension it has an advantage over the Harley - under dive the trail doesn't change significantly and it even has a bit of anti-dive built into the geometry.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s a stupendous bike! 👍🏼

I have a 2013 F6B and, like you said, it has a massive power band and it tracks corners like it's on rails. Beautiful ride, I just wish it had the built-in reverse ;-)

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yes reverse is great

Great in-depth review. Best ever. Is that your castle estate? Dang! Nice digs!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Doug Fitch Thanks Doug! No not our place but it would be cool 👍🏼

Great comprehensive review! It looks like the Lawbringer that Judge Dredd rides in the comics, luv it. I like the matt murdered out look and the plastic doesn't worry me either tbh, it's not pretending to be metal. I totally agree re Rider modes and having 4 bikes in one etc, it is tricky. Do they still come with an ashtray? (seriously though nice review and subbed) 😊👍🏍🖖

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for the support! No ashtray lol. 👍💯

Really cool upgrade to the legendary Goldwing looks cool as well

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Statystyk Yes awesome

Nice work and a good insight. A fair bit of research goes a long way. Unlike some other big you tubers, who seem to know little on their subject matter! I had a bagger for a week! The wife eventually convinced me I can’t have one!🥴

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Haha yea 👍🏼👍🏼

@jamiegreenwood7996

Жыл бұрын

get rid of the wife u wear the pants surly!..dont let women control and dictate to ....

Really great review, looks as comfortable as a car with all the creature comforts 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Jo Jo thanks my friend! Very good description 👍🏼👍🏼

Brilliant review. Nothing else to know on the philosophy behind the target group and the making therefor. I am from Germany, so please excuse my clunky expression mode, but you sound like a knowledgable chab having a pleasure in riding this monster ;) Kudos and if you happen to somehow appear somewhere in DE please drop me a line. Greetings, and thx for the sincere review. I am thinking of adding this to my riding park.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much my friend! It’s a fabulous bike! We have some more touring bikes coming up Thursday and next week!

Nice review. I'm torn between the GW, a F6B and a K1600B. All different in their way of course...and yet similar. Let the battle commence!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your choice 👍🏼👍🏼

Glad that screen moves up and down. As you said, sometimes you just need a little breeze around the old helmet... 😊😁. Nice review gents, sub'd.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

memsybabe Thank you 🙏 yes it’s a good feature 👍🏼

They need to bring back the Valkyrie concept. Put this drivetrain in an old-school cruiser. That was a wild bike. You'd think Honda would notice that old Valkyries are going for more money than they cost new. IF you can find one for sale.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly 👍🏼👍🏼

howdy, new Sub from Oklahoma. Like your format !

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Tonto Gonzales Great thanks! Much appreciated 👍🏼

the best review of this bike thanks

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thi Thi Thank you 🙏

@eddiedial

3 жыл бұрын

@Tony Franco I just got a 2019 and I don't think there have been any major changes, I put almost 200K on a 2012 Wing but this new GW is an extremely smooth fast bike, but to me, the handling is so much better. I'm 69 years old and have had many bikes over the years and I feel this may be the best big fast smoothest motorcycle made.

Stunning bike...the goldwing has come along way from the original. Beautfiul

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s exceptional

I wish the 2024 had this color scheme. I love it!

Gorgeous bike! Excellent review!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 💯👍🏼

Great Video Guys, I own the same bike! I use to own a 2014 F6b.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

John Bettua Thanks John! What a fab bike! We’ve done a comparison between the Honda and Touring Harleys which will be uploaded in a weeks time

Excellent review! Thanks very much!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! 👍🏼👍🏼

Great review. The day a manual transmission is no longer available is the day I stop riding…..

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I’m with you there

That was a very nice review!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

D Archer thank you 🙏

I never thought I'd want a goldwing but now I do. I'd be open to trying the DCT but my initial reaction is I would prefer the manual

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s a great bike. The DCT is perfect on this (and horrible on the Africa!). It would be worth trying it out if you can

Would love to see you guys review the new cb1000r. Keep up the awesome reviews 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes I’m sure we will soon 👍🏼

Thank you for the great video and amazing review. I am looking at this bike, I wonder how much better in comfort is it in comparison to your Harley?

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Luiz Carlos Laba No problem Luiz! It is a more comfortable ride for sure. The Harley is more involving and wild, whereas the Gold Wing is more refined and better behaved if that makes sense.

Convincing the wife is the hard part not the money. A very good and impartial review. Try and enjoy this bike on a german Autobahn the M1 is not the place for it.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the UK roads are terrible and very overcrowded.

great video, looking forward to the harley comparison video.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul! Yes it’s very interesting. Up in a few days; we’ve got a few other bikes to slot in first

What a great review. Thank you.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

Thanks 🙏 very helpful just subbed

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Wombal Great! Thank you very much 👊🏼

Great review as always you guys! This is a lovely bike. The bagger DCT version is kinda hard to find in California and dealers are getting full MRSP or more for them. I will take this over the HD Road Glide bagger I think. thanks for sharing!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. It’s a very good bike indeed

@ADEngineeringUK

3 жыл бұрын

Another great review guys !!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

@@ADEngineeringUK Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

Good review and spectacular motorcycle.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcin 👍🏼

Great review

Hey Guys! Another great review. You know, the more I see of this bike the more I like it. I tried the '15 Anniversary edition F6B and I liked it very much. I just couldn't do that locked in riding position. My feet kept hitting things and it just got too annoying. Plus my hips started hurting after a while with no way to take the pressure off. So that was that. I fear the same might be true of this new design. But you never know until you ride one. As for the DCT, no thank you. I will shift my own. I want to ride the bike, not have the bike ride me. That is just not the riding experience I want to have. Again, probably great for many, just not my style. I also had reservations about the new front end. Not so much the design , I questioned the quality of the components. But 2 years in I have not heard of any catastrophic failures, so maybe it's OK after all. There is the Traxxion Dynamics upgrade that can be done to improve things there if one is so inclined. Overall a very, very good bike. A little bit too expensive for me, and frankly it's just not enough to make me trade my trusty Vision! But definitely one to keep on the Radar. I know that later you compared it to the Harley, but really I see it's main competition as the BMW K1600B or Grand America. Now THAT would be an excellent head-to-head battle of the bikes!

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely right Dennis. The HoldWing is tremendous and honestly better than the Harleys but it’s the cool factor it doesn’t score so well on. We should get round yo the BMW soon

Middle of the night here. Woke up. I'll keep this until the morning and report back later. I love these bikes. Good morning. I agree: torque rules. 50 mpg is good. I love the retractable screen. I'd rather have foot boards. Good it doesn't have a touch screen. They're awful things. Top-loading panniers would be better. The horn is as loud as my Can-Am F3-S's. Does the paint on high-quality plastics fade? Excellent review of a quality motorcycle. Tilting Motor Works will be busy making a two-wheel adapter kit for the front. It will make it all really expensive, but I already have my three-wheeler which I treat as my car. What to buy as my big two-wheeler is my big question.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

1990 Excellent! Enjoy it the morning 👍🏼

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I did. See above.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

1990 Thanks for the input bro 💯👍🏼

@stevetaylor8698

3 жыл бұрын

A top loading pannier will not allow you to put your helmet in it, and there are lots of times you don't want to walk about carrying a helmet.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

@@stevetaylor8698 It does have a helmet lock, but that means having your helmet on the outside of the bike

Great review. Please test the BMW tourer the 1250 RT, THAT IS RATED WORLD BEST - justified or is this huge beast. BTW Not sure my partner would be comfortable gripping on back for hours/days, you always need a lean on sold top box, ideally with integrated speakers.

I own a Harley Davidson, my riding group (brother, 3 cousins and myself) consists of my Fat Boy, my brothers Honda Valkyrie, my three cousins with a Honda Gold Wing, Triumph America, and an Indian Challenger. We're quite well rounded, like the UN ! But every time we stop, everyone oohs and ahhs over the Gold Wing. Oh well !

@MrDarcy-OlMan

2 жыл бұрын

Really! It’s a great bike but no looker

@johnmoylan7202

2 жыл бұрын

Agree. Just bought a 21 model Bagger DCT..... its an astonishing motorcycle. Parked in beside my FLHRSI and the only choice to make is.....which one today? The Bagger def draws a crowd.

@thejerseyj5479

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan I won't tell my cousin you said that. But seriously, not a looker ? I'm a true blue HD man and I look at the latest model Gold Wing and think, that thing is about the sleekest bike around. It looks like it's going 100 mph just sitting there. But, to each his own, even if you're wrong.😉 ✌

This is my next bike for sure I’m riding a 2008 fjr now need to upgrade

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a spectacular bike Pete!

@greghodak4916

3 жыл бұрын

Also have an 08 200,00 plus miles and no interest in a new one.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Greg Hodak 👍🏼

Great🙂👍...Very good presentation thank you very much...

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 💯👍🏼

After a history of riding powerful sport bikes (I still own a customized 2008 B-King), as I am getting older I am learning to love cruiser bikes. Or let's say comfortable bikes. I got a cheap '94 Honda Shadow 600 and absolutely loving it. Wouldn't mind riding around on this Gold Wing actually, it looks pretty and decently comfortable. I guess it makes for a wonderful ride. Like you said it is a gentleman's cruiser, looks very sleak and modern. And 24k is not even that high priced, especially if you compare it to the Harley Davidson Road King for example. Maybe some time in the future I might get something like this. And the old man finally found a bike where he doesn't look too big on, while riding it :D

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes it’s a really nice bike to ride. It grows on you more as you get used to it too

The Wing has come a long way🦋

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it certainly has!

Maybe by the time my 09 victory vision blows up these goldwings will be at a place where I like them as much. Getting closer

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

It’ll go on for ever now!

@DrDaddy-yg2ki

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan you know, Im ok with that.

Had the exact same bike now for three weeks. 2,500 miles in. Excellent. Only gripe is the throttle twist grip is not a perfect fit and seems to be a common issue. Only a problem on bumpy roads. Otherwise excellent bike.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Does it make it judder on the bumps

@guybutler6406

3 жыл бұрын

MrDarcy & the Ol'Man it just rattles which is distracting. So not dangerous but annoying. Great review. Really loved it. Well done.

Love the vintage background.

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

Top review. 1st bike that suits your size and frame ole man. Motorcycle luxury. The Japanese certainly know how to do this type of vehicle. Does it have the soul of the American iron though?

@MrDarcy-OlMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pike. Yes totally get you. You’ll be interested in our Harley/Gold Wing comparison coming up

@ricpowers1475

3 жыл бұрын

You mean is it lethargic, unreliable and slow as hell? No. Doesnt have that soul.