Is the 23 Goldwing DCT better than my Harley-Davidson? Review #1 200 miles. I feel like I’m cheating
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- Is the 2023 Goldwing DCT better than my Harley-Davidson? Review 1.
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Your HD is like a Camaro. Attitude and grunt. Your Wing is like a Lexus. Refined and way more comfortable! The Glide for shorter rides, the Wing for any serious long distance. 👍🏾I've owned both!
Right on! I am learning. Joe I have been a hardcore HD owner and stepping out the box this time. The Goldwing is a new relationship for me. Every time I ride it and it feels better I feel like I’m cheating on my HD bikes. 😂. It’s my first 200 miles and I’m here to see if this bike will make me love it or list it.
I currently own both and that’s close to how I describe ownership of both when asked about it. However I compare my old nearly classic Electra Glide as a 60’s/70’s muscle car and my Wing as a sleek and fast Jaguar.
Or you get the GL1800Bagger, and install a rack for luggage. Makes it almost perfect for any ride.
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I love harley, but they are very expensive for what you get. The Goldwing is just in a different league - my mate who now owns a Road Glide would agree as he sold his Goldwing. He has regretted his decision since he did it.
I'm 46 and I love my Wing. Rode Harleys for years and you're right, they have a feel to them like no other bike does. But the Wing is so smooth and powerful that I enjoy it way more than I thought I would. Good video.
Thank you. I appreciate it. Its growing on my in its own special way. I finally rode it like I stole it and goooood Lord. The GW is mind blowing. However, once you own a Harley-Davidson you can never undo that. Nothing has a H-D feel. Nothing is more addictive. The GW is a bike that I wish visually had H-D emblems and symbols on it just the way it is. I wish HD had an automatic DCT Grand Touring edition.
Haha I Bleed Honda!!! Lol Saweeeet Gladiator I have a black eco diesel and a 2019 Wing DCT non tour and a 2022 Africa Twin DCT. I just can’t get an HD that gives Honda performance and reliability but kudos for you having both!!! Very Cool 😎
I’m 50 Love Wing Hate The Seat LOL
@@towdybartlett9747 oh wow. Now I’m going to be seat aware. Lol. So far I don’t mind it. If it can get any better I won’t ride anything else. Geesh. I love the seat so far. My first heated seat.
@@ChrisGlides…. That’s why I own both although both my HD and my Wing are older models. Nothing new in my stable.
The finger wave is not only a Harley thing, but some Harley riders think they are better than people on other brands. It is 2 fingers pointed down to say be safe and keep two wheels down compared to your wheels facing up.
That is absolutely correct and after all these years and being born into motorcycle culture I didn’t know something that small until after reading the comments of this video. I have just always primarily been around Harley’s and only associated it with H-D Culture. Now that I know it and the correct correlation, everyone gets the keep the two wheels down wave. I appreciate it and thank you. Please keep in contact.
Thanks for the review. I love the look of the 2018+ Wing, more athletic and capable. I have zero tolerance for fellow bikers who get all religious on brand, mostly Harley owners, not all as I ride with Harley owners and they aren't like that. Ride what you like and keep safe!
That’s excellent facts. I see and felt HD dominant and fall into the trance from time to time. As more situations occur with me putting bikes in the shop or I have friends that come over and bikes break down on rides I appreciate having a reliable go to machine. I love them all for a variety or reasons and moods. The main thing that I like is that every bike has a following and the networking in the various groups is priceless. I am an outsider still in the GW community but learning to join the playground.
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That color really looks great! Wish you could get it with black pipes. I got a 23 DCT Tour in all black to replace my Street Glide and I love it.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
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Sweet review, boss. After 35 years of riding almost any bike out there, I will say whole heartily, the Gold Wing DCT Tour is the best bike I have ever owned.....PERIOD. Yes, no bike is perfect, but it checks many boxes for me. Once you add Utopia backrest and GS foot pegs, you will ride like a king. The Sport Mode is like heavy sugar in a sweet coffee mug. The ride is so smooth that I forget, at times, I am on 2 wheels. Enjoy this beast. HD can give me a bike for free, I might take it......MIGHT! For what I paid for GW compare to HD and what I would get for HD, no way, boss. Ride on....!!!!!
Thank you I appreciate it. Each day or time I ride the GW I am learning something new. I’m enjoying it and looking forward to having a new relationship with it. I’m a GW rookie that was all HD and sports bike. At 52 I’m learning new things in all motorcycles thats maturing me more by the day. In the past year or two I have stepped outside the box and owned an adventure bike - HD Pan America, The Livewire electric HD, Sportser S, and really fought owning a Lowrider S because I didn’t know anything about it and it turned out to be my all time favorite. Most friends really thought I lost it when I said I was buying a trike. Between getting a trike and Goldwing I am trying to break the Age demographic and bring a younger crowd to both. The Goldwing will certainly be up there on the list of my favorites. It’s so comfortable and powerful that I am fighting the urge to rave over it and like it. I would love to change the age demographics to a younger interest and that’s my goal. I couldn’t fight or convince my younger friends to even test ride the Goldwing, but they would all jump on the Harley’s. I’ve been getting people to transition from Sports bike to cruiser but I’m learning that mostly all bikes are fun and people will only ride what they find interesting to them.
@@ChrisGlides Good writing ! These days, it will
Be hard for Honda to attract the young juice to own a GW. It’s just too costly. Unless, Honda comes up with very good buying program and incentives. I just don’t see it. I am 58 and it took me 2 years aggressively saving to own a new one, no loans. Worth every penny, to me. On top of that, all the goodies I bought for it, not cheap in the end. Enjoy life and ride safe.
@@alp3781 you are absolutely correct. If I had a choice to only have one or only ever in life get one motorcycle to own that has multipurpose features Sport and tour; it would no doubt be a Goldwing hands down. Reliability, Price, Features, service schedule, regular gas, speed, weight, etc.
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You really have to make an honest comparison of bikes, on the basis of machine VS machine and removing the emotion and nostalgia out of the equation. But hands down, the Goldwing Tour is by far the superior bike when compared to anything Harley Davidson has to offer. I believe that the only V-Twin bike on the market that gives the Goldwing competition, is the Indian Pursuit.
I agree with you. I would hurt a lot of feelings so….. I am going to log 3,000 miles and learn more and really air out some dirty laundry. It’s just different strokes for different folks.
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I'm 68 and I've no regrets about purchasing the 2021 DCT Tour. I did upgrade the comfort for long-distance trips when I purchased the Goldstrike 3-Way Adjustable Highway Peg Mounts and the F4 Customs windshield. My next comfort purchase will be a Corbin Seat.
Thank you Sir. The GW as it stands for me is complete. I love it. I can’t imagine making it even more comfortable. I may fall asleep.
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*Few Tricks*
If you double press the red ignition button it will start the bike without having to twist the ignition knob.
Double press the windshield up or dawn it will automatically raise or lower your windshield all the way.
Thank you. I appreciate it. Please keep in contact. Good information. I’m in the garage now.
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Just discovered your channel. Love it. Thank you for making it. I have a 2019 Goldwing and a 2009 Roadglide.
Thank you so much. Please stay on the channel. I have so much more coming. I will be getting another Goldwing again when they release the next generation ad long as it has a touch screen. Keep in contact please.
I didn't think I needed hwy pegs either until I had a 500-mile day .
Goldstrike has a great pair , easy to install also.
Ride safe.
Nice! Thank you for watching. Please keep in contact as a build a relationship with this machine.
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I hesitate to be negative and I really do support what your doing, the only thing I would add is the wishbone tee suspension is impressive but maybe dubious. I’m probably going to get a clutch model of the goldwing 2023 tomorrow, maybe on 24th or 25th. The 26th is my 65th birthday. I’m really into fitness in part because I never want to quit riding. I’m two bourbon’s deep right now so, consider the source.
Cheers my friend. I can appreciate anything we can learn from you. I’m a GW rookie here. I’m interested in learning more about the wishbone tee suspension mod and will be on the lookout for it and the recommended clutch model to review. Please keep in contact and I will be looking forward to following you and see how you will enjoy the new model.
I hope that you finally got your new bike. Stay in contact. Also:
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Nice review Chris! I’m a new first time Goldwing owner myself. What sold me on the wing was the weight and balance of it. A dealership happened to have a used Ultra so me and the wife set on both of them. The wing was easier for me to stand up with her on the back and I’m not getting any younger. Lol. The DCT and walking features was a plus as well. I will recommend the backrest. I rode mine for a bit without it and I do prefer having the backrest on. It feels better on the lower back. I love your Roadglide btw. I always wanted one but I don’t guess I’ll be getting it anytime soon. God bless and Ride safe!
Thank you. I appreciate it. Yes. If you sit on a GW and or see all that it can do and has and then ride then it’s sold. I was sold on the price vs. the HD price tag. The balance as you said is everything!!!
Thanks for the review Chris. I'm selling my 2020 StreetGlide Special to get me a Goldwing. I only put 2150 in 4yrs on the harley.
Good choice!
Nice review! I ride an ultra classic and want to try this 18 and up goldwing for its balance, smoothness and besides that, I wave at folks no matter what they ride and never want to be part of the guys that don't!! Hope you keep the wing! Thanks
I certainly love it and I have made a review #2 naming the Goldwing as the best in my garage.
Chris , love to see you loving The Goldwing as well as the HD
I'm the same...watching your video...see you trying to walk it into your garage...thinking the walk mode won't pull you over the hump....just hold it in. The bike will rev up and take you over pretty much any hum if you can hang on....but I did the same....
I have the 2021 DCT and taking me close to 8 thousand miles before I figured out most of everything .... Enjoy it. Definitely a Cadillac....I have the bushtec trailer to pull behind mine as well... awesome on a trip
I certainly appreciate the information. The Goldwing is my favorite ride short or long. Loving it now. Simple and easy. Lightning fast.
Wow.. Our experiences are totally different. People complement my Goldwing everywhere I go.
People are learning more about them and a few H-D traditionalists have finally tried it out on a test ride. I had offered two HD friend $2,000 each if they rode and purchased one. They both refused to even ride.
Owned several Harleys and Gold Wings…….don’t really give a toss who likes my bike or not really, as long as does what I want it to as a rider. Now 72 and riding a ‘23 BMW R1250RT as needed to lighten up a bit. Loving the RT. 😎👍
Love it. You’re right. I certainly want another GW one day when or if they get a touch screen. The BMW is a must have for me at some point.
Great review sir. I've owned 3 Goldwings in the past. Awesome motorcycles but so refined they became boring to me. I now own a 2019 HD CVO RG, and a 2021 HD CVO Ultra and enjoy them very much as I feel more a part of the bike. I'm sure you know what I'm saying as you own both machines as well. Enjoying the 2 wheel experience is what really matters in my book... Keep the great vids coming...
Wow. I understand. I totally agree about enjoying the experience.
I hope that you have been well and enjoying the riding season. Please keep in contact. I made a second review comparing the bikes. Thank you for your perspective and I can learn a lot from your input and comments. I truly appreciate it. th-cam.com/video/qeKZxCyXGcM/w-d-xo.html
Looking at a GW for my next bike and ran across this vid. Appreciate it!
What’s tipping me towards a GW? 3 of my buds ride road glides, I ride a Kawasaki Versys 1000.
Two weeks ago, all went for a 1 day 10 hour ride. Got stuck in construction in a downtown area…nothing but sun beating down, asphalt road and buildings on each side holding in the heat.
Was I 🥵, absolutely, but not ‘we have to stop’ hot.
3 buds were ‘we have to stop’ hot.
Awesome. Please review the rest of my GW videos. I really love it now. It’s the best. Certainly the best choice in bikes to buy if you can only have one with everything at a lower cost than everything else out. Mine has under 800 miles on it. I can sell it to you if you want. Email me at: chrisglidesandlowrides@gmail.com
Nice review keep up the good work Chris
I appreciate it. More to come. Please keep in contact. I’m learning as I go. I enjoy the community and comments from you all.
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Greetings from Florida. I have a new 2023 DCT Tour (red) and enjoyed your video. I believe you will eventually add highway pegs to your bike. I owned a 2019 DCT Tour and found that after riding for about 1.5 to 2 hours, my butt would get sore and I found myself shifting on seat to get some comfort. Once I added highway pegs, I found that I can ride for hours and hours without any discomfort at all. I used to live in Accokeek and still visit the DC area on occasion.
Thank you I appreciate it. Each day or time I ride the GW I am learning something new. I’m enjoying it and looking forward to having a new relationship with it. I’m a GW rookie that was all HD and sports bike. At 52 I’m learning new things in all motorcycles thats maturing me more by the day. In the past year or two I have stepped outside the box and owned an adventure bike - HD Pan America, The Livewire electric HD, Sportser S, and really fought owning a Lowrider S because I didn’t know anything about it and it turned out to be my all time favorite. The Goldwing will certainly be up there on the list. It’s so comfortable and powerful that I am fighting the urge to rave over it and like it. I would love to change the age demographics to a younger interest and that’s my goal. I couldn’t fight my younger friends to even test ride though but they would all jump on the Harley’s. I’ve been getting people to transition from Sports bike to cruiser but I’m learning that mostly all bikes are fun.
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Chris, I’m Harley aficionado too. Just the thought of buying a non-Harley touring bike is making me feel ‘unfaithful’. But I just traded in my 2021 Ultra Limited for a 2023 Road King Special and I’m getting a 2024 Honda Goldwing (the 50th anniversary edition has some exciting new updates). I’ll always have a Harley in my garage, but for touring, I’d rather ride the best touring machine on Earth!
Loved your video. Just subscribed!
I appreciate it. Please keep in contact. There are a ton of people showing up to all HD events on other brand motorcycles and are still current owners or former who have changed faith.
I’ve been looking at the wing trike and they’ve been over due on the drop gaurds it’s a good look.👍🏿
Thank you. I appreciate it. I’m trying to see if this bike will make me fall in love and conform but so far I feel like I’m cheating. 😂
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Hey Chris,
Thanks for the detailed video on the '23 Honda Gold Wing.
Just found your channel and subscribed. I'll be binge watching your videos for the next few days. I am planning to get a second hand bike and was trying to decide between the Gold Wing and a HD Road King. Any suggestions?
Thanks again.
Stay Safe. Be Well. GOD BLESS.
Hi. Thank you and I appreciate it. The Gold Wing is better but it’s a different class of motorcycle. It really all depends if you are in the market for popularity and an icon or dependability, price point and value for dollar, maintenance and fuel type, comfort and speed/performance. The Goldwing has it all.
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Enjoyed your perspective, thanks for sharing.
Also, the "low finger wave" is a motorcycle thing, not a HD only thing...
Thank you. I appreciate it. I agree now. I’m learning. Rookie statements. I rode that GW on a perfect warm dry day yesterday. All I can say is wow! I’m going to have to make a new video soon giving updates with my new experiences. That GW is insane fast. I got the wheel off the ground and it rode like a sports bike. Geesh it’s amazing!!!!!
@@ChrisGlides : Sounds like some one found "Sport" mode!
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The Goldwing community is massive. Don't sleep on us.
Hi Chris, nice review! I have the 18, same color, manual. I'm 72, have owned 27 bikes of all varieties, been tens of thousands of miles .Enjoyed them all for many various reasons. Always thought the Wings were kinda an old man's bike. Now that I'm older, they made the Gold Wing appeal to younger riders . And that's a wonderful thing. Enjoy my friend your riding the finest touring motorcycle ever produced, Ride safe, ride fast FASTEDDIE
Thank you and I totally agree with you. I appreciate it and please keep in contact.
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Great reviews 👍👍
I appreciate it. I made a few others relative to this topic after and I will have additional coming. Please keep in contact.
Thanks for an honest review.
I will be doing another review really soon. Please keep in contact. I want to get more time on both bikes to really do some testing.
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The Wing today is $32k plus tax out the door locally. Everything comes with it. Even a reverse for those steep parking lots. I have an Ultra. Lots of upgrades. Basically the Goldwing is a much cheaper CVO with a Porsche type motor.
I totally agree. Please continue to communicate and keep in contact. More to come.
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Nice G-W. I grew up on Honda. I think about Gold Wings like you think about H-D. I look at H-Ds as status symbols. I look at Gold Wings as high Performance luxury machines right out of the box. There is no need for upgrades. If you flash tune the engine you’ll really have a beast on your hands.
Thanks for the info. I appreciate it. Please keep in contact.
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Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you. I appreciate it.
Hey Chris Im 50 years old and just bought a 2023 Goldwing to. I love this bike and its my favorite to ride. but I know what you are saying about the harley. I have a soft tail and an electra glide they are both older but still fun to drive for different reason.
Right on! I appreciate it. Keep in contact and please continue to chime in with your experiences. I am trying to bring awareness and versatility to get riders to try new things
Love the GWs but you should also take a BMW 1600 GTL for a ride. That is a sporty feeling tour bike and 160 HP. That’s a fun ride. Awesome to have options to fit the different needs.
I did visit the shop for the BMW at District Harley Davison but they didn’t have a new one on site.
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Excellent point about the BMW K1600 GTL or the B version. 160 HP, shift assist, telescopic windshields, heated seats, grips, ABS brakes, etc. Harley can't touch. I have personally out run every single Harley that wanted to go with both the BMW and the GW DCT. They did it to themselves. I was just chillin at the light. I own the 2019 K1600B and a 2020 Goldwing DCT. Both rockets but even with shift assist on the BMW that GW DCT in sport mode, from my experience is somewhat superior from 0-100. The BMW has a little more top end especially with the mods I have made to it. In either case the Harley will not ever catch up and will run out of gas trying. Nice review BTW.
@@josephpreston89 They are on my list to own. I love them
Honda goldwing Dct tour is the absolute best bike on the planet. All you need to add to it is, highway pegs and a backrest. I ride 500 to a thousand miles a day with zero issues. And in sport mode this bike is a rocket ship. I mean stupid fast. You better be hanging on if you put it in sport mode and crack that throttle.
You are 100% correct. The longer I have it. The more I love it. I was sold at first sight
I'd add an engine plate cover on the bottom... doesn't take much to cause several thousands of dollars in damage to that engine.
@@AyaWetts i really appreciate that information. I may put the bike up until I find something to mitigate that. I read and reviewed some TH-cam blogs on that. You response is confirmation and I appreciate it. Please keep in contact. Thank you 🙏🏾.
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Automatic is a misnomer. It is more of a manual transmission with two automatic clutches. No torque converter to rob power and slow shifts like an automatic transmission. There is a kit so the trunk can be removed. A company also makes a quick change kit that makes it a 15 minute job instead of 4 hours.
Oh wow. I certainly didn’t know about the trunk conversion kit. That’s a game changer. Certainly interested in that. Good recommendation
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sold my 09 FXD harley ,,best decision. I made so far brought a 2010 wing has all the bells and whistles. wont go back now gold wing rider forever.
I understand. I purchased mine out of anger with HD after several disappointing issues and hundreds of days of shop time for bike being down. HD is 360 degree addictive.
@@ChrisGlides strongly agree the wing is for me too...in many ways over a HD my weight120kg and missus 110kg ive just gone double dark sided as well loving it
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How tall are you? The GW bars seem a bit low. Yeah I just caught that. Same height as me. Are the bars comfortable?
I’m 5-10 with 30” inseam. The bike feels perfect. It’s the only bike I’ve never taken apart the first week I’ve had it. I’ve never even felt the urge to by accessories for it. It’s complete. I’ve added a phone holder and re-run the charger to charge phone up front. I added a heated weather suit cord, and for extra protection of the engine a skid plate underneath.
Forward crawl will pull over your garage step, give it a chance, my step takes a second but pulls it over.
Nice job Chris. Always liked the Gold Wing...just to quiet
Thank you. I appreciate it. Yep. I’m going to leave this one stock for a long while. Lots to learn and I have the other bikes for noise. I’m going to enjoy it for what it is.
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I’m in the DC area. If you want to test ride a 2018 BMW K1600GTL, let me know. Great review.
That would be awesome. I appreciate the offer. It would be a great video for us both to do and swap and talk.
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Raised on HD's all my life -at 50' I switched to the GL1800 DCT and bought a Kawasaki H2 SESX fer short run's - The Cadillac of 2 wheelers is anything but boring -Know yer weapon of choice fer rides amigo-Great video
I like your style. I am learning and was fighting this urge and I know that it’s time. I certainly had to own it after I touched it. It’s night and day. This will be a safer and long lasting ride. I will continue to do both and try and give better content coverage for both sides. I have to look up the H2 SESX. Kawasaki produces excellent bikes. Please keep in contact.
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The worst mileage I have experienced on my '21 GW DCT is 47 MPG, that is 258 miles to empty. While touring I regularly have a 260-285 mile range and that is not riding interstates, it is various elevations and 90% secondary roads or smaller.
Do the math when you fill up for several tanks and the light will shine for you! Good Rides
I appreciate the knowledge and thank you for sharing. I’m learning day by day
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Gw , All day. I'm 54 , had the hardley , didn't like it . The automatic, is sweet . Seen it up in lake george trip ...ride safe ...stop that race .....she made to cruise ..but I know , it's tempting to ride hard...I know ....I own 3 ....1200, 1500, 1800.
Love them.
Nice video .
Wow. Legendary!!! Please keep in contact and comment on future videos. I am certainly going to heed your advice and knowledge. I am a GW rookie
@@ChrisGlides best bike your ever gonna own ....as long as you take of it ...service, ect . Stay from adding lights, that are not necessary. That ruins the stator , which to fix , you gotta take apart the whole motor.. what state do you live ?
@@edgardomatos7742 I appreciate you sharing that. Thank you 🙏🏾. I will heed your advice. Please keep in contact and please help to educate us as a community of riders.
The forward walk mode should get over the garage lip if you continue to hold the button. It will surprise you.
I appreciate it. I am learning day by day.
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You can remove the tour trunk. Its a very tough job. I took mine to Traxxion in Georgia and they did it. I watched and was glad I didn't do it. The bike looks great without the trunk. I can show you if you want.
That’s good news to know. I appreciate it.
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If you search online, I know there is at least one company that makes a kit to make it easier to remove the trunk. I had a kit similar on my ultra classic and I would have the trunk off most of the time and would put it on for longer trips.
I would never buy a Harley 💯 I sold my zx14 to get my 2022 Goldwing The best touring bike on the road
Omg. I can’t believe that you sold your ZX-14. Nice bike. I was a Hayabusa owner and still always loved the ZX-14. It is certainly the best touring bike. Best for the buck. I only have 200 miles on it for now. I hate the dash though. I don’t like that it’s not touch screen and I hate scrolling and turning Vs. Just hitting the button that I want.
Before I watch this video I want to guess at the answer. Which is better? I'm going with the Honda Goldwing. (I own a beautiful Harley Davidson Electra Glide and beautiful Harley Davidson Fatboy.)
What if? Every top tour motorcycle made, top of the line brand new. What if each of these were ridden from Miami to Anchorage Alaska. Together, at the same time same route. What bike would require maintenance? Except for a flat tire, which bike will need adjusting, nuts tightened? If a wrench touches the bike , write it down. I bet the Honda Goldwing will win that contest.
Thank you. Yes of course. It was more about getting a Harley-Davidson guy to say it. The background was that I got into my feelings one time because a guy said that he would beat me on his Goldwing and I had never rode one and called B.S. I knew nothing about them, price or anything. So I visited a dealership and was blown away with price. I purchased right then and there without even riding. Ride it and was blown away. I will get another one but next generation when there is a touch screen. It was hard to say that it’s a better bike but I did. However, I love my HD more still.
The wave 👋 is not just for harley to harley riders..the wave is for any rider it doesn't matter the bike
I appreciate it. I’m tracking. The two fingers mean peace and keep the two wheels down. Please check out the two reviews after. I’m reborn on the Goldwing. Love it now and much respect for it.
It's pointless to say the orange tastes better than the apple or vice versa. It's a privilege to taste both.
Wow. That’s a perfect analogy. Keep in contact and keep educating us. You are so correct.
Hey ReyD. I still think about your comment and it stuck with me. Thank you. I made a new final review. th-cam.com/video/qeKZxCyXGcM/w-d-xo.html
The low wave is just a Harley thing? It may just be that they recognize the goldwing alot easier than any other touring bike. I get waves on my Honda Shadow😆
Lol. Man. I’m learning. People may just be calling me an idiot for riding in all HD gear on a Goldwing. Lol. I didn’t realize I would need to have all different gear when on the Wing.
Lol. It was probably me. I’m learning what’s what out here.
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I got my Goldwing F6B at 39. I must be an old soul
Excellent choice. Just wise. I like it and more I ride I am liking more.
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Check out Veteran Biker's channel. He rides a Tri-Glide Trike.🙏😲👍
I appreciate it. I will check him out.
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Harleys aren't all that my brother, I've known lots of harley-davidson bike owners trade them in for the Gwing
Yes you are correct. That’s what this experiment has taught me. Please look at the videos about the Goldwing after this and you can see the changes in my opinion. Thank you for watching.
@@ChrisGlides thank you sir
Ok if you are trying to compare Harley with Gold wing there is jo contest Gold wing is a far better bike.
But i would not want the latest version of the Gold wing, that seat alone is off putting.
The older wings had comfort as its number one priority the new wing has gadgets as its number one by the looks of things.
It's not even a nice looking seat.
But honda wins out hands down on everything.
Yes. Please check out my newest review of the Goldwing review. I said many reasons way it’s better after a full review
Is the 23 Goldwing DCT better than my Harley-Davidson? Review #2 The controversial response.
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Why part of Maryland Re you from?
Upper Marlboro
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I’ll put my money on the GW, up to 110mph when it shuts off.
Lol. Me too now. They are rockets. Sports bike in a cruiser costume. Not fair at all.
Goldwings are the Rolls Royce of the motorcycle world.
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Why in the world would you mount your phone on the handle bar when you’re supposed to plug it in to get Apple CarPlay in the trunk?
A lot of folks have USB/power cords on their handle bars! Where have you been hiding?
Lol. I know. I wasn’t following the rules. It’s supposed to be in the trunk for my own safety. Instead I made the Apple car play connection available up front on my bars. Familiar with it there like on my HD.
@@migueljonz3901 Clearly you don't own an 18' + Gold Wing, so I'll clue you in. Either in the cubby, or in the trunk on the airbag models, there is a USB connection that allows Apple Carplay, or android auto. These features don't work when you mount your phone on the handlebars. Thanks for playing...
@@ChrisGlides I wasn't really talking about safety. I was thinking why not enjoy the maps/apple carplay through the hookup in the trunk. That's all. Great video. Thanks
@@Magicinstalls: WOW, then I guess the handle bar mounted USB power cords I've had running from the cubby on both of my 2019 GW's have been fooling me for the past three years. By the way I took the USB out of the saddle bag and put it in the trunk. And for some strange reason they all still work. PFM? I think not.
I've been a helicopter flight mechanic for over 30 years. Routing and running electrical lines is something I can do in my sleep. it's so easy even a person like you could do it.
Next contestant please!
For the tech and features plus comfort for the price of a gold wing standard or tour you can only get on a cvo that’s 51k not including fees and msrp is 42k but Harley adds a 10k fee for its “rarity” FOH it’s not worth it at all. When you get every tech and feature out on a goldwing standard 22k and it’s more comfortable.. if it wasn’t for the Harley name and brand plus culture people wud not buy those expensive ass Harleys. Both bike hold there resale value even at high mileage. So ask yourself why u ride a 30k road glide st out the door price 38-40k and only tech u get is a touch screen and terrible suspension 🤷🏽♂️ make it make sense but I get it.. you want to fit in cuz everybody has a Harley
Also I like Harley had one but I’m just being honest there way over priced for what you get standard tech and suspension wise on a 10k sport bikes you gotta spend 10-20k plus to make it your own and upgrading the engine to perform like a Honda, bmw, tour bike
Thank you for taking the time to express and explain your thoughts. I did feel the same way and purchased the best that Goldwing had to offer. In the end I traded it for another Harley after 900 miles. A 2023 CVO Road Glide with touch screen. I did agree that the Goldwing is the best motorcycle but that wasn’t enough for me. I like technology and touch screens. I feel that I can get a Goldwing any time as there is no big demand or wait to get another one. For several years straight there have been no changes or improvements even to the 2024 so that means the Goldwing is the same for past 5 years which means once used it’s same as previous models except different colors. I didn’t like the clothes Honda had or the merchandise. I can ride a Harley in every state and there are dealerships everywhere to stop in and get souvenirs and shirts and a cup of hot coffee. You can’t do that with Honda. You can’t enjoy the same brotherhood and bond. They don’t have things like Hog memberships. Etc. at the end of the day. Gucci will cost way more than Michael Kores and the Michael Kores may have more features and last longer but people will still want Gucci, Louis, Vuitton, Prada, etc. over MK. Nike Jordans cost more than Payless band Jordans. Payless shoes may last longer and even have lights and Velcro coming from China as well. But are you wearing Nike Jordans (or any name brand) or you wearing Payless. Put it like this. Harley-Davidson is an American Icon; we all want a peace of the American Dream because we are American First. If I’m riding my HD with an American Flag on the back of my HD on the 4th of July or Veterans Day it hits differently on an American Icon historic machine customized by me vs. a Honda. Just my philosophy. You said to make it make sense.
@@ChrisGlides u know what.. completely understandable, Harley culture is 🔥
@@GEN084 please keep in contact. I appreciate you. ChrisGlides@Gmail.com I’m also on IG. I will certainly get another Goldwing and was looking forward to a 2024 but there were no technology changes or upgrades so I have to wait again until 2025. A must have deal breaker in 100% perfection for this bike is a touch screen. This bike is 95% out of 100%. I absolutely miss my Goldwing but it was easy to get over it in 15 minutes. But 100% getting another one. The GW is a must have in the Garage. You need the smooth luxury of the GW on certain days and for all the other 28 days per month you need your rough love/hate relationship of your Harley’s.
I finger wave to every rider full patched or Goldwing riders, the only people I don't two finger wave to are Can-Am riders, moped riders, and anybody on a mini-bike lol.
Lol 😂. You have me cracking up. Moped riders. Funny story. I rented a Prius and all the Prius owners had a code to communicate like a brotherhood. Not downing. Just amazing that no matter what you roll in or on that there will always be some group attached
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When I had my HD Ultra I would still low waive a moped as the two fingers down means keep your two wheels on the road (basically it means keep safe). That is how it started (I learned that in a MSF class). So O would not give a Can-Am a low 2 fingers point down (meaning stay safe and keep your wheels down), but perhaps a 3 fingers down waive 🤷🏼♂️
@@jeffbucknam7393 I never knew that. That’s good info. I will certainly pass it on. There is a part 2 video review that I recently made and working on part 3 soon.
If you don’t want I’ll take it for a-donation lol
I’m married to this Lowrider now.
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Listen man. Try to stop the bad habit of filling in silence with “and umm” or “umm”. I’m sure that’s a nice bike, and a solid review. You just gotta work on those filler words, that are habits…
Indian challenger is a definite contender, or pursuit if you want the full backrest package. Automatic is a no for me. But I said the same about semi trucks, and they work pretty good…
Excellent advice. I will certainly think of this suggestion for future videos. Please keep in contact. I will get an Indian Challenger when possible to review with them as well. Also looking at the BMW.
@@ChrisGlides just subbed man. I like what you’re doin.
Short Answer is YES. A Grom is more fun than a Harley.
I can’t wait to put out the next review. It’s going to be some angry people. Help me keep the peace ☮️
@@ChrisGlides 🤣😂🤣😂😅😅 Personally never did like the Numb hands from the Harley, Triumph, Norton gave me. The nips never had my hands numb. I like nippy bikes a LOT. Harley is manufacturing there way right into the sewer.
No low rider s for the win.
Lol. You know I ❤the Lowrider. That’s Harley’s best bike. It’s sexy adrenaline meets shit hold on.
The fact you think the motorcycle wave is a Harley thing is hilarious~
I know. I’m learning. I certainly thought so but people are schooling me.
@@ChrisGlides I am an old fart and have ridden many makes and sizes. My current bike is a Goldwing FB6. At 62 it might be my last one lol ride safe and live well~
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Goldwing is better than Harley
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comparing apples to oranges
I certainly understand. I would always have GW owners taunting and from the HD side always downing the GW. I didn’t understand the rivalry so a very popular thread has been to buy both and see for myself and share the thoughts. Just as many owners customize their GW as HD people and GW also has a following. I liked the GW and didn’t feel the need to add accessories at all and loved it plain. I sold my GW because I like electronics and modern technology and the non touch screen was the deal breaker for me. I will get another one when they come out with a touch screen and more rider assist features.
Any Goldwing is BETTER than a Harley......
It’s a little true but mostly. If Harley actually took the same GW and made a Harley edition everyone would get the Harley edition. Not many is passing up the H-D culture and shop availability and the amount of store locations, merchandise, and events for a Honda even if it is determined to be better. I’m my video I did admit it was better but no one cares who owns a Harley. H-D could fall apart every 4 months and there are Harley owners who would never go Goldwing but most GW owners would go Harley. It’s like this. Gucci products cost more but it doesn’t mean that it’s better quality than Michael Kors it’s just going to cost more for the name and popularity. Honda GW is nice but it’s an affordable, can get anywhere anytime Michael Kors. People are always now going to pick Nike over Reebok or Puma. GW is Reebok or Puma and Harley is Nike. Same purpose of an athletic shoe but people are still going to go with Nike no matter if Reebok has a shoe that Pumps up. Goldwing is like Sketchers 😂 Great shoe but only for a select group. When Goldwing gets a touchscreen I will get another one.
Cute question. Is your goldwing better than your Harley? Bahahaha. Answer. Everyday all day. Duh!
I’m waiting with popcorn to see if this gets some comments. Some people like rough and some like it passionate. H-D are them Wild Thangs and GW’s are the humble soft and gentle until you get them in private type.
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Your comparation and comments are senceless...First, there is too big difference between this bikes to even thing of comparing them... Apples and potatoes... Obviously, you are not familiar enough with the Goldwing, yet, to make this review. You are saying that the Goldwing is not attractive for the people around... That is the biggest BS I've ever heard off...I can not remeber to stop anywhere and people not asking and starring in the bike... That is the same with all my 3 Goldwings since 2001'. If you beleive that you will be able to make comments on the Goldwing features...please, make few trips first... Now, with 200 miles on it ??? It does not make a sence at all...Stop this review...Goldwing riders are laughing at this review...
I appreciate your response and this is the exact reaction I should be getting at review 1 and only 200 miles.
There are newer videos and a new outlook on things. The objective was to buy something I didn’t know anything about and step outside the box to love something that many closed minded Harley owners would never do.
This all started with a Goldwing owner calling me out and challenging me. I was clearly initially all pro Harley in the beginning and taking the challenge and buying a Goldwing has really opened my option and changed my view. If you look at the other videos to follow you will see how I change.
Along this journey I have become open to more bikes outside of HD. I have even had one viewer also purchase a Goldwing and others considered going to test one.
I appreciate your remarks and please don’t give up on me. My disclaimer was that yes as a Harley rider and owner of may Harleys I didn’t know anything about Goldwing or Indian or BMW, etc.
Nick this video was made back in March and it’s end of July. Stay with me. There are several videos after this one. Please keep in contact.
Every reason he said the GW's differences is the main reason im buyin one next 😂!! Dont give a damn about a wave,not a follower,dont care about harleys name,dont like many people let alone attention lol,ive owned a 93 heritage softail,12 shark,the GW is just FLAT OUT a better bike....the writings on the wall,is what it is lol.😤
Yes it is Great point. Agreed
The waive started as pointing 2 fingers down meaning one biker saying to the other stay safe and keep your 2 wheels down on the pavement vs crashing. It’s not a HD thing it’s a motorcycle thing.
@@jeffbucknam7393 Yes. Certainly. Many HD riders don’t acknowledge other types of bikes. All depends on group.