I agree totally with your assessment of the GWDCT. I finally got the chance to ride one at Lake George, Americade last week. I’ve been a Harley rider for 40 years, but frankly, at 70, it’s too dam heavy to push around anymore, and the noise is killing my ears. My pipes aren’t that loud, and I wear earplugs, but the sound of the GW is so nice, and, quiet, it surely would turn 500 mile days into 800-1000 mile days very easily. I thinks it’s time for this old man to move on to a more manageable motorcycle. This wing is over 100 lbs. less weight than my 940lb. FLHTK.
I bought my first Gold Wing in 1976. Bought a Vetter frame mounted fairing and 3 piece Samsonite hard bags with the wing mounting hardware. Installed a Hella headlight and driving lights. Loaded the bike up with the wife and all our camping gear and toured for two weeks exploring the western states and Canada, That was the best motorcycle we vacation ever had, No need for stage 1-4 mods. No worries aftermarket parts are on the way,
Geez , I really loved watching this video. Thanks Arturo , it was like going for a ride with you. I'm hoping to buy a gold wing in the near future and take up riding again when I retire. Thanks again!!!!
I also put the F 4 windshield on my wing, it’s about 4 inches wider. It took that wind off my shoulders that was putting pressure on them from being pushed back. The windshield , and the Heli bar risers are two must if you want comfort on long trips, just my opinion,
Hi Arturo, Thank you for uploading the video; an hour long and I enjoyed every moment riding along with you. You are blessed to be able to ride a motorcycle, in such a beautiful part of America (I’m from the UK). A simply stunning bike and the DCT makes all the difference. Looking forward to more videos; enjoy your retirement. Regards, Pete
Really awesome beginning review of the goldwing. It was pleasure able (very much so) to listen to you chat about the different bikes you’ve owned. Wishing you lots of safe mileage and enjoy the journey.
Still own many I mentioned. The KTM is a super bike. Own a 2018 fat bob stage 4 and a 2019 street glide special maxed out with carbon fiber wheels,aluminum swingarm and baker 7 spped. The fat bob has the 7 speed as well. Thank you for commenting.
Arturo Meuniot I believe what you said about the KTM, I remember researching them when they were released .. the Adventure model also was no joke. With your assortment, there is tons of riding fun haha.
Nice video. Enjoyed it. I pick up my DCT tour tomorrow. I have also watched all the vids. For some reason yours let's us hear the exhaust better. Your voice is clear but that exhaust system sounds sweet. Thanks.
Enjoyed the ride along, what a beautiful area for a motorcycle ride! I recently demo rode the 2018 Goldwing DCT model. Very impressive and like you say, smooth. Safe Travels.
Arturo. thank-you for the ride! I am looking at G-Wing's vs the R1600GTL. I certainly appreciate the ride and comfort you are describing - I've heard it so many times on these videos - it must be true!. Had a Harley 1200 ~40yrs ago and now that I'm also blessed and retired looking at getting back into riding! Awesome dialogue. great job on the video!
Thank you. I appreciate that you enjoyed it. I had one commenter complain about the gloves I wear. Said I lost him with the gloves. Told him good riddance.
Awesome ride, great video! I was one of those who had the older, first iteration GoldWings; the 1000cc 1976 or 78, I forget which year! But they were awesome back then! I progressed up from the Honda 450cc, to the 750cc (another classic bike), then the 1000cc. Added a cruise control and was on the road! Now retired also, was looking at this and what Honda has done with this new iteration and really liking it; even thinking about getting one and rejoicing the riding world! All the best to ya., 👍
After a quick glance at how long this video would take to watch, I'm happy to report I watched the whole thing right through, as if riding pillion. What a fabulous machine. Honda have led the world in practical motorcycling, pretty much from when they began producing the humble "Honda 50" (some may know it as the "Cub"); the company has rarely dropped the ball - and the Gold Wing has remained aloof, all the way back to its inception. What a bike…
Nice video and it really looks like motorcycle heaven, where you live.. I looked at Google map pro and saw the area from above... The Goldwing is on my wish-list and I'm gonna get it in a couple of years... I tested it in Sweden, the DCT version, and I just love it.... I have the AT 2016 DCT version now and love the DCT.. Thanx for the nice video..
Great video,have been riding wings since 79 and that one had a sidecar.Owned a Sportster in 74 when I got out of the Army but never took delivery.Own a 09 Goldwing ,Vstorm 1000 and 06 Ultra Classic my first ridden Harley.At 65 after test riding one wow maybe its time to clean the garage out.Be safe.
yes the lord really has blessed you Arturo, I have just enjoyed an hour of your company and thoroughly enjoyed the ride though the wine country of California with you and the Goldwing. It shows just how smooth and well balanced the bike is especially for such a heavy bike. your footage is what Motorcycling is all about for me, enjoying the ride and scenery not having it all pass as a blur. I am missing my bike as currently on holiday in Sunny and dry Spain and can't wait to get home although I know it is bound to be wet and windy when I return to the UK. Anyway thank you for the ride and Honda really should use your footage to to sell the Wing it is perfect.
@@HolyBibleOpen I feel a little guilty when I bunk off the occasional Sunday service for a ride with some buddies especially for one of the guys who can't get free on Sundays as he is the minister LOL That said he was away in Europe to Germany last weekend with a great bunch of guys from God Squad
Arturo, you are right the technology is way ahead of Harley. Look at the Ram mounts made for holding the phones. The braking is not only dual disk but linked and abs. No comparison. My 2012 even has the Airbag in case of front end collision, along with the Nav and XM. Glad you are enjoying your new GW, Congrats!
You're right on about California jacking up pricing. I test drove the 2018 DCT tour last weekend but man...they wanted so much for it and so I talked to a dealer in Arkansas who is over $7,000 less for the exact same bike. So I thought, fly to Arkansas and ride it back the 1,550 miles. Ugh.. Nice video. Thanks
I like the new and older Goldwings. Just don't think I will ever get one because I am very comfortable on my Kawasaki Voyager with the highway pegs. Very easy to take my feet off of the floor boards and right to the highway pegs. I am 6' 1" and not comfortable with my knees up in the air. Nice video.
I appreciate this Video which I stumbled upon this evening. I own a Road King Special, Ducati Hyperstrada, Yamaha XSR900 and a CRF250L Rally. Traded in a 2010 GoldWing GL1800 Audio (only) in Arrest-Me Yellow on the 2019 RKS in stunning Scorched Orange and Denim. Harley does Great Paint and ignores Technology [yes, I realize they added MSDRABCD traction control suite for 20 Touring.] I sure do miss the GW reverse at the age of 75. Tossing Around three Ultimate Touring Bikes: GW DCT, Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental and BMW K1600B Grand America. Each of these has Reverse and Storage, Storage, Storage. But that DCT is the sheet (I think). Haven't ridden any of the three yet due to Ohio's Shelter in Place restrictions. Appreciate your candor during this video. I do wish you were an ATGATT person. [All The Gear All The Time.] But, hey, it's a free Country...so far.
Awesome collection you have and great choices for a touring bike. I do have a Gerbing heated riding set up but it was hot that day and I use it in cold weather. You are correct though on protection. Thank you for commenting.
Arturo you have a beautiful bike. Honda hit an absolute home run. What you pay for a Harley CVO still will not get you the power and technology this GoldWing offers you. The highway pegs are coming soon either through after market or Honda as far too many people want them. Good job and a great decision. This bike will be around for years. Liquid cooled and super technology all around.
Your a nice guy. That Honda is amazing,it's my dream bike but I made poor choices so I can't ever afford one. So I'll just have to watch you ride it for me. Hope you get as much enjoyment out of it as you ever hoped for. Take care bud.
I feel you bro. You get a little older and things change, but that does not mean you can't enjoy life. Everybody rides a Harley. But, you that Goldwing is pure pleasure. Don't feel guilty. Ride on!!!
Hi Pete here from (middle England) old Blighty, Great down to earth Video my Friend, love the fact you got your pension your bikes and your future security, and escaped the rat race, and your now in the sun riding your bike in fabulous weather! Reminds me of when Tim Robins was sat on the white sandy Beach in the sun in Shawshank Redemtion with his boat! I have been trying to buy a DCT Goldwing but right now with no pension and this awful disease curbing everyones lifestyle, the brakes have to be on for now! What is it like living in California? Have a great day my friend, Pete!
Arturo- Memphis Mike, Chris Caliente ( Caliente Road Riders), MusicMan, Carnell Luckett Sr are the main go to GoldWing Vloggers. You are doing great out there in Cali. Used to live in San Jose for 22 years. Now in Texas. Enjoy that beast. It’s beautiful.
I noticed your arms are straight out on the bars. I have a 19 DCT TOUR, my arms were the same as yours straight out. I found that very uncomfortable. I bought the Heli bar risers for $ 129 dollars which brings the bars back a couple of inches, now I have a bend in my arms which is so much more comfortable to ride. You owe that to yourself, you’ll love the difference, hope this helps! 😊
Great bike and nice review. I was just fooling around... The fact itself you've ridden KTM 1290 Super Duke makes tons of respect. That only fact you are still alive says a lot:-)) I've had 990 with Akrapovic exhaust. Great but expensive rides on all sides. Cheers!
Found your video while searching for wing reviews. I sold my Indian, and have a 2019 Super Duke R, that is for sale currently. I will soon be on a left over New, 2018 wing tour DCT for $19,700 otd. Ride safe.
You can really get behind on your chores when you own one of these. My son is an ironworker here in Ohio. I recently told him about the ironworkers that have a permanate assignments on the Goldengate bridge because of a documentary I saw. Because of the traveling he did like that idea., Dangerous all the same.
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@Vihaan Walter thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
I also have a FatBob and an Ultra Classic and I am seriously considering a new Goldwing. I owned a 1988 Goldwing back in my earlier years and I am looking for long distance comfort and reliability. I'll keep my Harleys but my retirement gift to myself will likely be a brand new Goldwing.
I wrestled with it as I am a harley rider, but made the purchase and I'm very happy with it. My wife loves it and says it is more comfortable on her back than my previous CVO. You won't be disappointed. Love the 7 speed auto tranny.
Well made the mistake of ride a regard wing Saturday. Holy crape what a bike! Power omg! Sport mode second gear 12” wheelie Was NOT expecting that ether. The wife loved it! Like the tech too. The ride was sweet. Not sure about DCT auto trans yet will see. Left hand arthritis is getting pretty bad. Hop this helps that. LOVE TO RIDE. By by HD it’s been fun.
nice video.. you mentioned you’ve had harley’s before. which would you say was best in new goldwing and harley milwaukee 8 ultra ltd cvo? I’m thinking about comfort, reliability, ease of maintenance, cost of ownership, fuel economy etc. I’m looking for my last bike for retiring, so also which is easiest to do some work on myself due to fixed income?
Steve Jano I use a Sony x3000 mounted to the right side of my helmet. Recorded in 4k with mic inside of the helmet. Windshield helps with the sound. Thank you for commenting.
I'm in Victorville and I looked this bike up on the Honda power sports web sight and each bike is different in pricing, but this DCT bike is about $ 32.000 on the web sight... As it stands right now! this bike is better than a lot of bikes out there, and sometimes you have to dish out a lot of money to have the best, and this bike is all that and some...
@@HolyBibleOpen, for a guy who doesn't know how to use the gears and clutch, this bike is truly idea for a person like me, and maybe one day I will be able to own one, and I love the new technology we have today... LOL! I rode a jiggster one time, and I ran into a freaking stop sign, but luckily I wasn't going all that fast and I didn't hurt the bike...
You should check out Florida it’s a great State for riding all year. Summer time I ride in the late afternoon and evenings. I ride all year long. We have events all year long. I have a 2015 street glide special and I did everything to make work just for me. I need anything else and I’m now 70yrs. Old and and I keep taking advanced classes
Thank you so much for your review Arturo! Would you please tell which roads were you riding on? You did mention something , but it wasn't very clear.. Thank you in advance.
Marcel Javanshir Highway 20 to 101 to backside of hopland ,Talmage road back to 101, 20 back to Potter Valley. its a 40 to 45 mile loop perfect for breaking in a motorcycle. Thank you for commenting.
@@HolyBibleOpen My brother and a buddy came out here (Pismo Beach) from NY in 2017 and they rented a couple of 2017 Ultra Limiteds. I ride one also. This was in July of 2017. Unfortunately there was a heat wave going on then and after a day of riding to Lassen Nat. Park, (which was still closed from winter snow), by the time we got to the hotel in Redding, it was 106 degrees, they had enough and wanted to head back down to Pismo where of course it is much cooler. Never did get to ride the 20 from the 101 out to the 1. Maybe this year I'll make the ride myself.
Look into the Goldwing Road Riders Association, world wide almost 700 chapter internationally. A real class act and their education program has been recognized by the govt. as the best in the country. Nicest people you will meet, around 70K plus members. Look at Cruiseman video he has the same bike and he had his seat redone in Texas, he says will make a huge difference.
Gotta say great video, wonderful image quality. But the constant turning your head and back quickly was driving me nuts. What camera did you shoot this on, go pro black?
Hello from a fellow NorCal rider. Have you taken your Goldwing on a very twisty road, yet? Something like the Hopland Rd (Hwy 175) that you almost rode in this video. I'm curious how much one has to wrestle this bike on such a road, if at all.
I use the sony x3000 mounted on right side of helmet and film in 4k. Just learning as time goes on. On my walksabouts I use my Galaky Nore 9 in 4k. Thank you for commenting.
Hello Arturo , Just subscribed to your channel. Any input on that drone sound ? Others have reported ? I know you were breaking in you’re engine . Riders have mentioned the bike makes some type of annoying sound at speeds between 60 to 75 ??
Good Vid!There are foot pegs (Barry Maxted FB), Seats, Top case bags ETC. for the 2018 GWT just go to the 2018 Gold Wing (GOLDWING) face book page tons of info on our bike.
I know this is an older video. You kept saying about the highway pegs not sure if one can be installed. I understand, you will have to remove the front side deflectors and would fit it there.
A Goldwing 3-wheeler for me had a requirement because my physical disability at serval palsy where I can still walk around but it'd be more practical for a three wheeler so I understand You're Timeless watching your video when you did the motorcycle review and Embark the motorcycle three wheels, it's up and that's good but I just want to let you know on this instance
Great and awesome video watched it start to finish. Congratulations on the new bike safe riding enjoy it. By the way you were talking about some stretched out foot pegs I do believe. There is a website called www.wingstuff.com you will find anything and everything related to your 2018 Honda Gold wing DCT. 😎👍🏻
Great video...I've been thinking about trading my 2019 Heritage for a 2018 or 19 Gold Wing. I'm looking at one with manual clutch and one with DCT. Thanks for the video. Liked and subbed!
@@HolyBibleOpen It is looking like I'm leanig toward the 2018 manual "new." Haha, weird, but yeah, brand new. There will be some negative equity rolled into the new deal, but Honda Financial is offering .99 financing, which will save me some money on the loan.
Question: Would you have anywhere near as good a pension from the Bridge & Ironworkers Union IF You Lived Anywhere Other Than California, New York, New Jersey or Connecticut ?
The pension is based on hourly pay. Each union district negotiates their pay. The Golden Gate Bridge has its own pay scale and is different from the union pay. Both are based on cost of living.
Hey there, Arturo. Hope you’re doing well. I just want to know after 2.5 years if you’re still loving your goldwing and if you would buy it again knowing what you know about your bike. I know no bike is perfect, but is there anything about the goldwing that you really can’t stand? I’m torn between two bikes and I just need the last bit of info to make up my mind. Thanx much for your time. Stay safe. A fellow rider from Vegas
I still love it. Only have 1000 miles on it. May sell it. I added the highway pegs to it, the only thing I thought it lacked. Have too many motorcycles at the moment. Thank you for commenting.
Since you buy new every 2 or 3 years try a sport touring bike next time! I had Goldwings for over 30 years and purchased a 2015 Triumph Trophy, told my son to give me a year to see if I like it and I would give him my 2003 goldwing, he got the 03 in 5 months! All sport touring models are still 100 to 150 lbs ligher than the new goldwing plus more HP and better handling. Bottom line there is just more FUN on sport tour bikes, goldwings are a fine bike but I don;t think I would buy another one.
@@HolyBibleOpen Sport touring models give you almost as much comfort with improved performance and handling over the big full dresser models like Honda and Harley is all I am saying. The KTM is crazy fast, much faster than sport touring models.
@@garybenaszeski3465 I have a stage 4 fat bob with carbon fiber wheels a hopped up Street Glide special with carbon fiber wheels and a project bike we are building now. Both Harleys have baker 7 speeds. High performance machines. If you go to my page,click on videos,all my motorcycles are their except the project bike. Will post it when finished. Thank you for commenting.
@@garybenaszeski3465 That KTM handles like no other bike I have ridden and that is many. Too much bike at my age so whoever buys it is getting it practically new.
I am with my disability with cerebral palsy if I ever got my license back I would probably have to have a three-wheeler Booth of the fact that the cerebral palsy but I understood your comment
You still have the passion to ride. As I get older that does not diminish my passion either but weight begins to be an issue. Where it is and how it handles. Three wheelers are awesome. God bless you.
I agree totally with your assessment of the GWDCT. I finally got the chance to ride one at Lake George, Americade last week. I’ve been a Harley rider for 40 years, but frankly, at 70, it’s too dam heavy to push around anymore, and the noise is killing my ears. My pipes aren’t that loud, and I wear earplugs, but the sound of the GW is so nice, and, quiet, it surely would turn 500 mile days into 800-1000 mile days very easily. I thinks it’s time for this old man to move on to a more manageable motorcycle. This wing is over 100 lbs. less weight than my 940lb. FLHTK.
My Goldwing is for sale. Only 1000 miles on it.
@@HolyBibleOpen Really, after that vid? What happened? I live too far away to make you an offer, but I’m surprised your selling it.
@@HolyBibleOpen What year is it and how many miles on it? Also where are you located?
i just paid $19300 for my 2018 dct bagger! i stepped off a sport bike and fell in love! this bike drives circles around any harley.
For touring this is awesome. No doubt.
I bought my first Gold Wing in 1976. Bought a Vetter frame mounted fairing and 3 piece Samsonite hard bags with the wing mounting hardware. Installed a Hella headlight and driving lights. Loaded the bike up with the wife and all our camping gear and toured for two weeks exploring the western states and Canada, That was the best motorcycle we vacation ever had, No need for stage 1-4 mods. No worries aftermarket parts are on the way,
Awesome. Going on a run with my wife on our Goldwing this weekend. Fry brothers concert in the redwoods. Thank you for commenting.
Geez , I really loved watching this video. Thanks Arturo , it was like going for a ride with you. I'm hoping to buy a gold wing in the near future and take up riding again when I retire. Thanks again!!!!
I also put the F 4 windshield on my wing, it’s about 4 inches wider. It took that wind off my shoulders that was putting pressure on them from being pushed back. The windshield , and the Heli bar risers are two must if you want comfort on long trips, just my opinion,
Hi Arturo,
Thank you for uploading the video; an hour long and I enjoyed every moment riding along with you. You are blessed to be able to ride a motorcycle, in such a beautiful part of America (I’m from the UK).
A simply stunning bike and the DCT makes all the difference.
Looking forward to more videos; enjoy your retirement.
Regards, Pete
bts jimin Thank you for your kind comment.
I appreciate your very honest revieuw !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great video and I love the new Goldwing . Ride safe my friend . From : Kim The Cajun Goldwing Rider
Kim Wiltz Thank you.
Really awesome beginning review of the goldwing. It was pleasure able (very much so) to listen to you chat about the different bikes you’ve owned. Wishing you lots of safe mileage and enjoy the journey.
Still own many I mentioned. The KTM is a super bike. Own a 2018 fat bob stage 4 and a 2019 street glide special maxed out with carbon fiber wheels,aluminum swingarm and baker 7 spped. The fat bob has the 7 speed as well. Thank you for commenting.
Arturo Meuniot I believe what you said about the KTM, I remember researching them when they were released .. the Adventure model also was no joke. With your assortment, there is tons of riding fun haha.
Nice video. Enjoyed it. I pick up my DCT tour tomorrow. I have also watched all the vids. For some reason yours let's us hear the exhaust better. Your voice is clear but that exhaust system sounds sweet. Thanks.
trobmj1 You are going to love it. Congratulations.
Enjoyed the ride along, what a beautiful area for a motorcycle ride! I recently demo rode the 2018 Goldwing DCT model. Very impressive and like you say, smooth. Safe Travels.
Triketacular thank you.
I ride and test the new GoldWing and aslo the HD Road Glide and Goldwing is by far best in all points possibles. Simply Amazing!!
Correct. It's not even close. The Wing is the King.
Arturo. thank-you for the ride! I am looking at G-Wing's vs the R1600GTL. I certainly appreciate the ride and comfort you are describing - I've heard it so many times on these videos - it must be true!. Had a Harley 1200 ~40yrs ago and now that I'm also blessed and retired looking at getting back into riding! Awesome dialogue. great job on the video!
Thank you. I appreciate that you enjoyed it. I had one commenter complain about the gloves I wear. Said I lost him with the gloves. Told him good riddance.
sittin back drinkin a coffee and ridin with ya love it good ride
Awesome ride, great video! I was one of those who had the older, first iteration GoldWings; the 1000cc 1976 or 78, I forget which year! But they were awesome back then! I progressed up from the Honda 450cc, to the 750cc (another classic bike), then the 1000cc. Added a cruise control and was on the road! Now retired also, was looking at this and what Honda has done with this new iteration and really liking it; even thinking about getting one and rejoicing the riding world!
All the best to ya., 👍
You won't be disappointed. Thanks for commenting.
was planning on switching up my Dyna to a Street glide special....until I rode a wing. I have now had my DCT tour for a couple of months and love it
I bought the street glide special as well. Will be posting a video on the mods I had done.
After a quick glance at how long this video would take to watch, I'm happy to report I watched the whole thing right through, as if riding pillion.
What a fabulous machine. Honda have led the world in practical motorcycling, pretty much from when they began producing the humble "Honda 50" (some may know it as the "Cub"); the company has rarely dropped the ball - and the Gold Wing has remained aloof, all the way back to its inception. What a bike…
Thank you for your reply.
Nice video and it really looks like motorcycle heaven, where you live.. I looked at Google map pro and saw the area from above... The Goldwing is on my wish-list and I'm gonna get it in a couple of years... I tested it in Sweden, the DCT version, and I just love it.... I have the AT 2016 DCT version now and love the DCT.. Thanx for the nice video..
Great video,have been riding wings since 79 and that one had a sidecar.Owned a Sportster in 74 when I got out of the Army but never took delivery.Own a 09 Goldwing ,Vstorm 1000 and 06 Ultra Classic my first ridden Harley.At 65 after test riding one wow maybe its time to clean the garage out.Be safe.
Thank you for commenting.
Thanks Arturo for the ride along. The last time i rode a bike was fourty years ago. I'm considering to purchase a G wing in the near future.
Motorcycles are my passion. I love all the brands you can buy. This one because the auto tranny. Thank you for commenting.
yes the lord really has blessed you Arturo, I have just enjoyed an hour of your company and thoroughly enjoyed the ride though the wine country of California with you and the Goldwing. It shows just how smooth and well balanced the bike is especially for such a heavy bike. your footage is what Motorcycling is all about for me, enjoying the ride and scenery not having it all pass as a blur. I am missing my bike as currently on holiday in Sunny and dry Spain and can't wait to get home although I know it is bound to be wet and windy when I return to the UK. Anyway thank you for the ride and Honda really should use your footage to to sell the Wing it is perfect.
Blessed that I believe in Christ. All I have is His. Just borrowing it so to speak.
@@HolyBibleOpen I feel a little guilty when I bunk off the occasional Sunday service for a ride with some buddies especially for one of the guys who can't get free on Sundays as he is the minister LOL That said he was away in Europe to Germany last weekend with a great bunch of guys from God Squad
@@mikejacks1939 No reason to feel guilty bro. You can always thank God for the ride.
The King of bikes for sure.
🤣 zip tie on the phone to the handlebars... 😂 thank you for the laugher . Great looking bike 👍
Have a 2010 Goldwing and love it. Did not realize this was going to be a Harley bashing ride. I own both and love both
I talked about weight. I have two bad ass Harleys. Love them. Carbon fiber wheels and 7 speeds on both, On my videos to watch.
Amazing ride i love it!
Fadzil KJ Basri Thank you.
Wonderful man and a wonderful ride.
Thank you for your kind words. God bless you.
Arturo, you are right the technology is way ahead of Harley. Look at the Ram mounts made for holding the phones. The braking is not only dual disk but linked and abs. No comparison. My 2012 even has the Airbag in case of front end collision, along with the Nav and XM. Glad you are enjoying your new GW, Congrats!
Great video, great bike!!!!
Thank you for commenting.
Awesome bike man
Chad Therrien thank you.
You're right on about California jacking up pricing. I test drove the 2018 DCT tour last weekend but man...they wanted so much for it and so I talked to a dealer in Arkansas who is over $7,000 less for the exact same bike. So I thought, fly to Arkansas and ride it back the 1,550 miles. Ugh.. Nice video. Thanks
LyleMac59 that is a lot of money. thank you for commenting.
How will that work with the 600 mile service check and oil change?
thanks Arturo, Just bought mine today, thanks bud
Awesome. Enjoy.
They make all kinds of highway pegs some bar really high end and beautiful
That was a nice ride along.
Thank you.
I’m lovin’ the short sleeves and work gloves. Dress for the crash, not for the ride.
Plan on getting one in the DCT touring. Great video Brother.
thank you. Awesome motorcycle, in my humble opinion.
I like the new and older Goldwings. Just don't think I will ever get one because I am very comfortable on my Kawasaki Voyager with the highway pegs. Very easy to take my feet off of the floor boards and right to the highway pegs. I am 6' 1" and not comfortable with my knees up in the air. Nice video.
Driven that road so many times, wish you would have continued on hwy20 to Willits and fort Bragg
same here got 2015 honda f6b and 2018 yamaha max 1700 enjoyed
Awesome . good forr you.
I appreciate this Video which I stumbled upon this evening. I own a Road King Special, Ducati Hyperstrada, Yamaha XSR900 and a CRF250L Rally. Traded in a 2010 GoldWing GL1800 Audio (only) in Arrest-Me Yellow on the 2019 RKS in stunning Scorched Orange and Denim. Harley does Great Paint and ignores Technology [yes, I realize they added MSDRABCD traction control suite for 20 Touring.] I sure do miss the GW reverse at the age of 75. Tossing Around three Ultimate Touring Bikes: GW DCT, Yamaha Star Venture Transcontinental and BMW K1600B Grand America. Each of these has Reverse and Storage, Storage, Storage. But that DCT is the sheet (I think). Haven't ridden any of the three yet due to Ohio's Shelter in Place restrictions. Appreciate your candor during this video. I do wish you were an ATGATT person. [All The Gear All The Time.] But, hey, it's a free Country...so far.
Awesome collection you have and great choices for a touring bike. I do have a Gerbing heated riding set up but it was hot that day and I use it in cold weather. You are correct though on protection. Thank you for commenting.
Arturo you have a beautiful bike. Honda hit an absolute home run. What you pay for a Harley CVO still will not get you the power and technology this GoldWing offers you. The highway pegs are coming soon either through after market or Honda as far too many people want them. Good job and a great decision. This bike will be around for years. Liquid cooled and super technology all around.
Road Glide Thank you.
Evidently Revco now makes them for the 2018 Goldwing.
ordered my revco highway pegs. 299.00 .
Your a nice guy. That Honda is amazing,it's my dream bike but I made poor choices so I can't ever afford one. So I'll just have to watch you ride it for me. Hope you get as much enjoyment out of it as you ever hoped for. Take care bud.
I've made many poor choices in my life. That doesn't mean you'll never own one. That's the truth. God bless you.
I feel you bro. You get a little older and things change, but that does not mean you can't enjoy life. Everybody rides a Harley. But, you that Goldwing is pure pleasure. Don't feel guilty. Ride on!!!
Awesome ride, great video
Thank you.
Nice trip!
Hi Pete here from (middle England) old Blighty, Great down to earth Video my Friend, love the fact you got your pension your bikes and your future security, and escaped the rat race, and your now in the sun riding your bike in fabulous weather! Reminds me of when Tim Robins was sat on the white sandy Beach in the sun in Shawshank Redemtion with his boat! I have been trying to buy a DCT Goldwing but right now with no pension and this awful disease curbing everyones lifestyle, the brakes have to be on for now! What is it like living in California? Have a great day my friend, Pete!
Arturo-
Memphis Mike, Chris Caliente ( Caliente Road Riders), MusicMan, Carnell Luckett Sr are the main go to GoldWing Vloggers. You are doing great out there in Cali. Used to live in San Jose for 22 years. Now in Texas. Enjoy that beast. It’s beautiful.
Road Glide Yes,I've watched everyone of them. We may do Daytona next spring. May meet some of them Lord willing. Thank you for comenting.
Arturo check out Wing Wing 43 in Nashville, NC. It’s huge!
I noticed your arms are straight out on the bars. I have a 19 DCT TOUR, my arms were the same as yours straight out. I found that very uncomfortable. I bought the Heli bar risers for $ 129 dollars which brings the bars back a couple of inches, now I have a bend in my arms which is so much more comfortable to ride. You owe that to yourself, you’ll love the difference, hope this helps! 😊
Beautiful Bike, thanks for the ride along. Love the chin view. I do the same. I always liked looking at the dash and feel like you are riding.
Jims Motor Trike Thank you for commenting.
Holy shit!!!! You are local!!! I live in Willits😂😂😂 small world and for sure we live motorcyclr heaven
Amen. Maybe we will meet each other on a ride.
Классное видео! Привет из России.👍
Great audio quality
microphone inside of my helmet I guess.
Update. Got the rivco highway pegs on it. Absolutely love it.
Great bike and nice review. I was just fooling around... The fact itself you've ridden KTM 1290 Super Duke makes tons of respect. That only fact you are still alive says a lot:-)) I've had 990 with Akrapovic exhaust. Great but expensive rides on all sides. Cheers!
Lol. I was just going to tell you about those. Of course you can put highway pegs on any GoldWing. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I'm so glad you love your GoldWing, it will last for 100's of Thousands of miles. You'll never wear out a Wing. ! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Love that bike
I have many but the Goldwing is my Cadillac.
Oh man ..this bike looks going so smooth , i only have cheep chiniese bike and terrifying streets😵.
Arturo Meuniot,
Nice Bike 2018 Honda Goldwing.
Found your video while searching for wing reviews. I sold my Indian, and have a 2019 Super Duke R, that is for sale currently. I will soon be on a left over New, 2018 wing tour DCT for $19,700 otd. Ride safe.
Good for you. Still have my KTM super duke as well
You can really get behind on your chores when you own one of these. My son is an ironworker here in Ohio. I recently told him about the ironworkers that have a permanate assignments on the Goldengate bridge because of a documentary I saw. Because of the traveling he did like that idea., Dangerous all the same.
Awesome job the Lord blessed me with. Thank you for commenting.
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I stupidly forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me
@Cristiano Angelo instablaster =)
@Vihaan Walter thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm.
I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Vihaan Walter it worked and I finally got access to my account again. I am so happy!
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I also have a FatBob and an Ultra Classic and I am seriously considering a new Goldwing. I owned a 1988 Goldwing back in my earlier years and I am looking for long distance comfort and reliability. I'll keep my Harleys but my retirement gift to myself will likely be a brand new Goldwing.
I wrestled with it as I am a harley rider, but made the purchase and I'm very happy with it. My wife loves it and says it is more comfortable on her back than my previous CVO. You won't be disappointed. Love the 7 speed auto tranny.
Well made the mistake of ride a regard wing Saturday. Holy crape what a bike! Power omg! Sport mode second gear 12” wheelie Was NOT expecting that ether. The wife loved it! Like the tech too. The ride was sweet. Not sure about DCT auto trans yet will see. Left hand arthritis is getting pretty bad. Hop this helps that. LOVE TO RIDE.
By by HD it’s been fun.
I'm selling my Goldwing. To many motorcycles. Low milage so it is practically new. Want to have just two motorcycles.
It's a very long video, however, for me... well worth getting your opinion! I will likely buy a DCT Wing bagger.
Nice video I have 2017 goldwing my hwy pegs are on side of the motor forgot where i got them from
nice video.. you mentioned you’ve had harley’s before. which would you say was best in new goldwing and harley milwaukee 8 ultra ltd cvo? I’m thinking about comfort, reliability, ease of maintenance, cost of ownership, fuel economy etc. I’m looking for my last bike for retiring, so also which is easiest to do some work on myself due to fixed income?
Check with "Memphis Mike" for the ultimate set of hiway pegs for the 'Wing.
Great video/audio quality! What equipment and placement did you use to do this video?
Steve Jano I use a Sony x3000 mounted to the right side of my helmet. Recorded in 4k with mic inside of the helmet. Windshield helps with the sound. Thank you for commenting.
have the same growl when I use the front brake.
What did u do about the seat?
Honda the best!!
IS THAT BIKE AN AUTOMATIC IF SO WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE WITH THE SHIFTING
I'm in Victorville and I looked this bike up on the Honda power sports web sight and each bike is different in pricing, but this DCT bike is about $ 32.000 on the web sight... As it stands right now! this bike is better than a lot of bikes out there, and sometimes you have to dish out a lot of money to have the best, and this bike is all that and some...
Agree.
@@HolyBibleOpen, for a guy who doesn't know how to use the gears and clutch, this bike is truly idea for a person like me, and maybe one day I will be able to own one, and I love the new technology we have today... LOL! I rode a jiggster one time, and I ran into a freaking stop sign, but luckily I wasn't going all that fast and I didn't hurt the bike...
You can peg and more Goldstrike.com very nice accessories for the 2018
This motorcycle seems to be comfortable to ride.
You should check out Florida it’s a great State for riding all year. Summer time I ride in the late afternoon and evenings. I ride all year long. We have events all year long. I have a 2015 street glide special and I did everything to make work just for me. I need anything else and I’m now 70yrs. Old and and I keep taking advanced classes
Went there for Daytona bike week and drove to Key West and through Florida heading North. I agree it is a beautiful state to ride in.
Thank you so much for your review Arturo! Would you please tell which roads were you riding on? You did mention something , but it wasn't very clear.. Thank you in advance.
Marcel Javanshir Highway 20 to 101 to backside of hopland ,Talmage road back to 101, 20 back to Potter Valley. its a 40 to 45 mile loop perfect for breaking in a motorcycle. Thank you for commenting.
@@HolyBibleOpen My brother and a buddy came out here (Pismo Beach) from NY in 2017 and they rented a couple of 2017 Ultra Limiteds. I ride one also. This was in July of 2017. Unfortunately there was a heat wave going on then and after a day of riding to Lassen Nat. Park, (which was still closed from winter snow), by the time we got to the hotel in Redding, it was 106 degrees, they had enough and wanted to head back down to Pismo where of course it is much cooler. Never did get to ride the 20 from the 101 out to the 1. Maybe this year I'll make the ride myself.
@@BobsGT235 Thank you for commenting.
Look into the Goldwing Road Riders Association, world wide almost 700 chapter internationally. A real class act and their education program has been recognized by the govt. as the best in the country. Nicest people you will meet, around 70K plus members. Look at Cruiseman video he has the same bike and he had his seat redone in Texas, he says will make a huge difference.
Gotta say great video, wonderful image quality. But the constant turning your head and back quickly was driving me nuts. What camera did you shoot this on, go pro black?
sony x300
Hello from a fellow NorCal rider. Have you taken your Goldwing on a very twisty road, yet? Something like the Hopland Rd (Hwy 175) that you almost rode in this video. I'm curious how much one has to wrestle this bike on such a road, if at all.
Mark Heinig So far, I have not had any wrestling situations. tight turns are a breeze.
What Camara system do you use and where on your helmet do you mount it. Your video is excellent!
I use the sony x3000 mounted on right side of helmet and film in 4k. Just learning as time goes on. On my walksabouts I use my Galaky Nore 9 in 4k. Thank you for commenting.
Hey did you notice a flat spot on the power curve on the 2 gear from 4000-5000 rpm? Cos mine did.. Thankss
Not really. Does it occur in every mode?
Hello Arturo ,
Just subscribed to your channel.
Any input on that drone sound ? Others have reported ? I know you were breaking in you’re engine . Riders have mentioned the bike makes some type of annoying sound at speeds between 60 to 75 ??
I did not have any sounds on this video that annoyed me. Will do another video examining this issue. Thank you for commenting.
I feel like all roads lead to Goldwing.
Good Vid!There are foot pegs (Barry Maxted FB), Seats, Top case bags ETC. for the 2018 GWT just go to the 2018 Gold Wing (GOLDWING) face book page tons of info on our bike.
Ilikespeed Sims Thank you.
I know this is an older video. You kept saying about the highway pegs not sure if one can be installed. I understand, you will have to remove the front side deflectors and would fit it there.
I eventually bought a kit that places them on the sides of the engine. I sold this Goldwing a year ago. Thank you for commenting.
A Goldwing 3-wheeler for me had a requirement because my physical disability at serval palsy where I can still walk around but it'd be more practical for a three wheeler so I understand You're Timeless watching your video when you did the motorcycle review and Embark the motorcycle three wheels, it's up and that's good but I just want to let you know on this instance
Nice ride. Nothing wrong with a three wheeler.
are they gardening gloves?
smith smith you could use them for that or anything else. inexpensive and comfortable. Work well with the heated grips.
smith smith I was wondering the same thing. Lol. Wtf.
DID you sell the GW? What didn't you like about it? Why do you prefer the HD?
Sold. I love all motorcycles but Harley is stepping up in engine design. Tons of modifications for them. Plus Americana in heritage.
Do you still have your CVO? And is it a CVO Street Glide, Road Glide, Limited?
Otis Lamar Sold it. CVO street glide. Video on it under videos on my youtube page.
Otis Lamar th-cam.com/video/ooLndmceYCo/w-d-xo.html
Great and awesome video watched it start to finish. Congratulations on the new bike safe riding enjoy it. By the way you were talking about some stretched out foot pegs I do believe. There is a website called www.wingstuff.com you will find anything and everything related to your 2018 Honda Gold wing DCT. 😎👍🏻
Bronson Bryker Thanks for the link and your comment.
I’m giung to buy goldwing, i have ultra limited 114 but im tired of harley issues
I may sell my Goldwing. My 2019 streetglide special is maxed out. 145 hp and 147 torque.
Great video...I've been thinking about trading my 2019 Heritage for a 2018 or 19 Gold Wing. I'm looking at one with manual clutch and one with DCT. Thanks for the video. Liked and subbed!
Heritage costs less than my 2018 Dct Goldwing. Would trade if closer to costs.
@@HolyBibleOpen It is looking like I'm leanig toward the 2018 manual "new." Haha, weird, but yeah, brand new. There will be some negative equity rolled into the new deal, but Honda Financial is offering .99 financing, which will save me some money on the loan.
get red of THEM ALL
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Also look into Wingstuff.com all the accessories you will need.
Is there something wrong with the windshield? It looks lower on the left side?
No. maybe camera angle as camera is on right side of my helmet.
@@HolyBibleOpen Thanks, beautiful ride!
Top speed, while you using ur bike?
On this one 70 75. On my other motorcycles I wont say.
Question: Would you have anywhere near as good a pension from the Bridge & Ironworkers Union IF You Lived Anywhere Other Than California, New York, New Jersey or Connecticut ?
The pension is based on hourly pay. Each union district negotiates their pay. The Golden Gate Bridge has its own pay scale and is different from the union pay. Both are based on cost of living.
I love to ride on this bike..especially in white color. Please pray for me sir, that someday i could ride my own bike in my country (Malaysia).
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i heard earlier this year Harley patented a Pan America name I'm curious to see if that could be a sport touring model.
Chris L. Heard the same. Waiting till August to find out. Thank you for commenting.
Hey there, Arturo. Hope you’re doing well. I just want to know after 2.5 years if you’re still loving your goldwing and if you would buy it again knowing what you know about your bike. I know no bike is perfect, but is there anything about the goldwing that you really can’t stand? I’m torn between two bikes and I just need the last bit of info to make up my mind. Thanx much for your time.
Stay safe.
A fellow rider from Vegas
I still love it. Only have 1000 miles on it. May sell it. I added the highway pegs to it, the only thing I thought it lacked. Have too many motorcycles at the moment. Thank you for commenting.
@@HolyBibleOpen Thanx much, Arturo!
Are you still loving the GW?
Haven't riddin it in a while. Have too many motorcycles. May sell it. Has 1000 miles. Been riding my two Harleys.
@@HolyBibleOpen WOW, color me surprised! Was it HD peer pressure?
Since you buy new every 2 or 3 years try a sport touring bike next time! I had Goldwings for over 30 years and purchased a 2015 Triumph Trophy, told my son to give me a year to see if I like it and I would give him my 2003 goldwing, he got the 03 in 5 months! All sport touring models are still 100 to 150 lbs ligher than the new goldwing plus more HP and better handling. Bottom line there is just more FUN on sport tour bikes, goldwings are a fine bike but I don;t think I would buy another one.
I own a KTM 1290 Superduke and it is unreal. No need for more than that as it weighs 417 lb and has 185 hp at the rear wheel. It is for sale.
@@HolyBibleOpen Sport touring models give you almost as much comfort with improved performance and handling over the big full dresser models like Honda and Harley is all I am saying. The KTM is crazy fast, much faster than sport touring models.
@@garybenaszeski3465 I have a stage 4 fat bob with carbon fiber wheels a hopped up Street Glide special with carbon fiber wheels and a project bike we are building now. Both Harleys have baker 7 speeds. High performance machines. If you go to my page,click on videos,all my motorcycles are their except the project bike. Will post it when finished. Thank you for commenting.
@@garybenaszeski3465 That KTM handles like no other bike I have ridden and that is many. Too much bike at my age so whoever buys it is getting it practically new.
I am with my disability with cerebral palsy if I ever got my license back I would probably have to have a three-wheeler Booth of the fact that the cerebral palsy but I understood your comment
You still have the passion to ride. As I get older that does not diminish my passion either but weight begins to be an issue. Where it is and how it handles. Three wheelers are awesome. God bless you.