2023 Honda Goldwing DCT: 10 Best Features!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
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0:00 Introduction
0:32 ENGINE LAYOUT
1:29 DCT
2:21 WALKING MODE
3:05 HILL STARTS
3:52 RIDING POSITION
4:43 WINDSCREEN
5:08 PASSENGER
5:30 KEYLESS
6:06 CARPLAY
6:50 STYLING - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
People who say you might as well get a car miss the point. This is a motorcycle in the truest sense of the word and is nothing like a car. I’ve just toured the Black Forest and the Alps, two up, fully loaded on my 2022 DCT Tour and the bike was a blast. This bike handles brilliantly whether it’s the sweeping bends on the B500 or the multiple hairpins in the Alps. It is totally planted and confidence inspiring in any situation and with the massive amounts of torque it never feels like it’s struggling. We had a 14 hour day coming home via the channel tunnel and it kept rider and pillion dry and comfortable in all weathers. Motobob you will have a blast I’m sure!
Couldn’t agree more - anyone who’s ridden one will tell you it’s a million times more fun than driving a car 🤘
this shit is way to expensive, just get a little 450 and have a blast
I think it’s a great bike. Definitely on my list.
Yea it's a car. But a lambo
Get a convertible mate, rather stupid to buy this for 30k.
Love my 22 DCT Tour airbag. My 3rd Wing. (84, 96 and 22) The DCT is a game changer.
I bought my 2018 GoldenWing DCT non-tour on June 5th, 2018. I have logged 134,500 plus miles without any serious mechanical problems. At 98,000 miles I switched out front and rear suspension and went with Traxxion. This bike is brilliant. It’s as smooth as ever! Ride safe…
It'll be good when you get to 134,567 miles.
I rode out to Max's Traxxion and had him install the full package on my 2018 DCT. Man, what a difference! This bike was already incredible but Traxxion took it to the next level. Ride safe.
explain that in a video please, I am curious.@@WingStuffcom
Moto' I rotate my riding between my 19" GL1800 DCT and my 22' H2 SE-SX - Such amazing time we are living in these days - Great review as always
Totally agree here. I own 2020 DCT Tour. This machine is magical. if anyone is buying one, you MUST, replace the windscreen (F4 or 7Jurock), add backrest (Utopia) and HWY Pegs (Goldstrike). Once you do that, you will not want to come off of her. I love every minute riding this beast. Next, center stand, if you don't have one. Great to have it for maint. and rear wheel removal which is easy job. Honda knows bikes and Honda rocks with this DCT system. Very smart for them to give that option. I will never ever go back to shifting. Don't want to, don't miss it.
Picking up a 2023 trike Tuesday and this video was BY FAR more informational than the factory ones lol. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for the review mate! Seriously love your analysis and have used your videos on multiple occasions to help me narrow things down. I bought the 2023 Gold Wing Bagger in a manual and have fallen deeply in love with this motorcycle. I seriously can't ride it enough :) After the purchase, I added an Ultimate Seat with a driver backrest, a 20" Klock Werks tinted windshield (I'm 6-2"), and while I like the riding position, a set of highway pegs for those extra long rides and having another comfy option to move to. Thx again, all the best in 2024 !
I just bought a 2023 DCT Tour two weeks ago and I love it. Coming from a 2022 Triumph Street Triple RS (what a difference). The Goldwing handles great and is very comfortable.
that's a hell of a changeup
Thank you, I totally just can't wait!!!!!❤
Tested the DCT it is the best bike i ridden . Love it . Thanks for your vid fantastic lad .
Have the same 2023 GW since yesterday. Very stable and a lot of torque.
Congrats on your new Gold Wing!
Thinking about looking into one of these bikes. The Goldwing has always been my dream bike and the last bike I'll buy.
As always, stellar review😊. Thanks
I love the styling of the DCT. It's a beautiful bike.
I'm not into touring bikes but this one...is the exception.
It looks wicked with all the skins removed!
That's the beauty of the newer 2018+ Gold Wing...it's more of a sport touring bike rather than straight touring like its predecessors before it. If you haven't already I definitely encourage you to take one out for a test run. Chances are you'll end up riding it home!
Thanks for the crankshaft/piston animation! That was hard to find.
We can't agree more! The Gold Wing is a pretty incredible bike. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on it!
I have the 2021 Tour DCT and it is a dream bike.
Took My New 2022 Hold Wing Tour to The Black Hills..this week.
Can not describe how Well this Gold Wing rides The Hills..!!!
Took my 18 GW Tour DCT out to that area last year and your are totally right. It was such a blast riding the twists and swooping turns with unbelievable scenery all around! I even rode through a herd of bison: th-cam.com/video/mTEA0nNmUy4/w-d-xo.html
Absolutely awesome
I have the 22 dct tour and boy I like that thing. It rides great. The only thing I wish would be different is a bigger tank and a better seat. The amount of miles I put down, it has to have a good seat. This unfortunately doesn’t fit the bill
i one one and it's absolutely spectacular!
I Love the looks of it. The color is amazing.
I used to laugh when I saw a goldwing, I thought it was ridiculous. But now, it seems more mature, sophisticated....and strangely appealing!
I've owned Goldwings for 25 years and I was the one that did the laughing.
Superb production - hopefully You will take over some television adverts which currently are dire!
Great review, right to the point, could yo do a long term review please? Thanks!
It is the best. No bmw can stand next to it.
Love to try one, may be one day looks like a beast in luxury clothing, nice review
Absolutely love these, now idea why though!!
Great stuff ! 🍻
Would love to see some info on the full kit with the top box, luggage liners and taller windscreen!
Great review...thank you. i have the 2022 Matte blue.
Great machine no doubt , do a U turn while using the Walk mode we didn’t see that .
I have the 2022 version .Awesome!!!
I just loveit❤ It's a Gentleman's beast
Your videography is superb as usual, and I like this mammoth of a bike. I’ll watch your future videos on it as well. I can like and appreciate it, even if it isn’t for me, as I’m hopelessly addicted to big ugly ADV bikes.
Nice video keep up the good work
Great video cheers
That is one impressive machine.
I am 24 and I love cruisers but seeing the Goldwing me and my friends always this as literal an old man bike because of how easy to use it is.
I still want one though.
I love my 2020 Tiger 1200 but I think that the Goldwing will be my next bike.
You will not be disappointed :)
I love the DTC I don’t have one yet I have a Can-Am Spyder and I love that also I’m between an RV or a Goldwing I’ve been watching lots of video on them videos like yours make it harder, not to get one😂😂😂
Love honda bikes. I LOVE the idea of a goldwing. I saved up, found a couple at a dealership, and went to talk business. However, never took it off the stand. My big feet can't find the shifter under the cylinder head. Asked the salesman, he said "yeah, that can be tricky with boots on".
In '97 I was able to buy a '89 GL1500SE from my neighbor who didn't have the proper safe for the motorbike, so I was able to buy it for halve of it's market value. I'd love that bike (it even had a cassette player) and kept it until 2006 when I had to sell it because I needed a daily car as I was no longer living in Rotterdam. A few years later I migrated to the US, but I still miss my Goldwing. However I find this version to smooth. A Goldwing should be bulky, basically the hummer under the motorbikes ;-)
Hey MotoBob, where did you get the “Flat 6” decal on the lower cowl from? I didn’t believe it’s OEM, at least not here in the US. Thanks
I stepped up from my Hoda VTX 1880c Crusier, Which I loved (my wife not so much) to a 2023 DCT Tourer. Coming from the VTX, the Goldwing feels more like sportsbike. Simply cannot get over how much torque it has, I run in Tourer mode 99& of the time. Sports mode is not for me, but it is fun. Another thing that just blew me away (NOT) is the windshield. It blocks so much wind buffering, that it is actually pleasurable to ride. The speakers are amazing, I can listen to just about anything and hear every note. Love the antilock brakes. Truthfully, this bike is lacking nothing.
The older i get, the more appealing this is. 😂
1:01 that looks nothing like any other bike. That chassis looks incredible 😍
It truly is an incredible motorcycle. I've been riding Gold Wings for decades - I've ridden many other bikes as well - and truly nothing else compares, imho.
I’d take that gold wing over ANY HARLEY DAVIDSON!
Great, more for us that appreciate Harleys.
Don't forget, you can use the 'paddle' shifters at any time! There is no need to place the transmission in manual but you can if you have the need. Good Rides
Couldn't agree with you more Rob - epic machine!
A man of fine taste! 🧐
I realize no one knows, but what changes would you think are reasonable waiting for a 24 model ? I would like to see blue and / or white make a come back and an upgrade to the infotainment technology. Very hard to find bagger models in my area. I really don’t need the top box and thr bike looks Great without it.
Exactly the same for me. There are some improvements to make, but Honda don't react, especially the dashboard, software, connectivity with smartphone, moderate GPS and so on. There lies the opportunity for improvements, IMO. @@randyshoop3214
Great video very nice bike…
I dont have 1/10th of the budget... still watching and enjoying...
I test rode a 2023 tourer and honestly the wind protection was dreadful and the foot peg position was where I wanted to put my feet down when I stopped, the engine/Dct was phenomenal and the comfort was fantastic the seat was beautiful I don’t know if I should buy one or not 🤔🤕
I have the BMW1600 but I follow a guy in Texas who has the 2018 Goldwing and he did a comparison between the newer BMW and GW models so i will be curious to see what you think, Im not aware of you doing a vid on the BMW but ill check your channel for one
Love the GW it’s a beautiful motorcycle. Would love to own one one day but sooo expensive.
Peanuts compared to a Harley with less comfort and features.
This is a big bucket list item for me. I'd love to put some serious miles on one of these someday. Obviously they're expensive but nothing else compares. I can afford one now but I am not able to travel very often due to work
I had one, rode it across Europe but sold it cos it was boring and too heavy, I'd still recommend one though.
It's absolutely worth it. Smart of you to be patient and wait for a time you can fully enjoy the ride...hopefully it's not too far in the future!
Awesome bike! Fully agree! I will nvr go to a non DCT!
i have a suzuki burgman 650 tiptronic gearbox...awsome bike
nice review. at 1:28 seems like there is smoke under the central stand when you rev
It's a mind blowing bike.. 👌👌
Amazing bike woohoo ❤
DCT is nice for those people who only drive automatic transmission cars and can't figure out what to do with that weird clutch thingy. Think of that as some sort of assist for disabled people :)
Nice nail polish Bob, suits you Sir.
My dream bike.
Once again, the best youtuber on bikes! Brilliante filming. But why and i say again why do they put rpm meters on this kind of bike ? Or any bike? If you ride an R bike and give it " your full hand" you don't have the time to look at the rpm.. No get rid of it and put something smart there insted . Keep going Bob👍🏻
Gotta agree there
The kinda bike that makes me wanna ride. Appreciate the superbikes and sports bikes, but these tourers must be awesome on a long coastal journey or through some mountains.
My favorite motorcycle
I really looked at buying one. Honda makes great machines. I loved the power. The balance is amazing. It is so smooth. My two biggest problems is (for me) the seat height. Unfortunately I am short. Five foot five. I wanted a manual not a dct. Say what you want I like what I like. Every time I would look at a bike I would always compare it to the wing . I ended up buying a Kawasaki Voyager.
I don't blame you for wanting a manual. I personally decided on a DCT but I almost got the manual version instead. I'm taller than you but not by much and I found swapping out the stock Honda seat for the Corbin seat set me back a bit and I feel it gives me a better center of gravity as well as sets me a little lower so overall it's easier to manage the weight of the bike. How are you liking the Voyager?
@@WingStuffcom I really like the voyager. I had Ivan do the ECU and it has a lot more power. For the money you can’t beat it. I also have been working on slow speed maneuvering. I have got it down to scraping the floorboards. I found out 900 pounds could be unforgiving in a quick minute. Overall I am very pleased with the Voyager. I do have some videos on TH-cam about it. Thanks for the advice.
@@donfousek379 Great to hear! Yes I agree, 900 lbs is a lot. Good on you for working on slow speed maneuvering. I'll make sure and check out your videos...ride safe!
@@WingStuffcom I didn't leave the dealership (Schroaders Honda) without the Corbin. I'm 5'7" and I handle this bike very well. I actually like being a little tip toed on a bike. You're always aware of your position in the maneuvers.
Just went and looked at, sat on, a GW, 2023, for the first time as I’m looking to ‘move up’ from my Versys 1000 for longer, multi day, touring.
My heart sank when I got on it. 6’1”, 34” inseam.
The bars are soooo low and forward compared to the seating position. Have long arms and was still a stretch.
Probably won’t stop me from buying but not too happy about having to spend, immediately, $800 for aftermarket bars to ‘fix’ the issue.
I'm getting a Goldwing DCT.
Right after I win the lottery.
K1600B for me, after that same lottery win 😅
Good luck both.
Can you do a comparison with the bmw grand America?? As the owner of a GA I would be keen to hear your opinion
Can you please enlighten me about an issue? Does it have traction control???
I know I absolutely LOVE my 2023 Goldwing Tour and I have owned over 10 motorcycles (Honda Goldwing, Harley Roadglide, BMW K1600GTL, and the Indian Pursuit). I will never leave the Goldwing fold ever again.
I’m 6’2” tall. Will the gw be a good fit?
I tried to get a test ride last year, only to be told no bikes available and a wait until at least March this year. I'd still like to test ride one, but went and bought a BMW as they had test fleet available and supplied my new bike, to my spec, in 3 weeks.
You can add the foot shifter at the dealer for about 600.00 extra
Brilliant
I used to have one of the older Goldwings, but wow on how they have improved! My only concern is the complexity. I think I would get the extended warranty.
Yup, I did just that. 8 years coverage directly from Honda.
Honda en warranty in the same sentence ?
Beautiful machine
Five questions: 1) What is the frequency and cost of minor/major maintenance? 2) Given weight and power, what’s life expectancy of tires? 3) What grade of fuel? 4) Are 1-2-3 DCT shifts as “barely noticeable” as 4-5-6 shifts? 5) Will that huge seat make my ass look smaller?
Mine is a 2021Base model with DCT. Got about 12.2K mile on original Dunlop D423 tires. Will replace current Bridgestone G852/3 tires today at 24.3K miles (12K miles on the Bridgestones). Will install Dunlop Elite 4 tires. They get a high rating from riders.
Why don’t screens cover the handlebars? My Piaggio Sfera had a lovely tall, wide screen that covered the ends of the bars.
If you think the GW is good, try the K1600GTL. That 6 has more power and is incredible.
This bike is soooo you!! They should have put the rear brake where the clutch was, moped style.
Sounds just like the old 911s used to 😍
It can go around corners well also
What was the rpm at around 100 km. didn't catch it anywhere in your video. The last gen screamed from a 5 speed that was geared to low.
I love the bike but I don’t get why it costs as much as a well equipped Civic…🤷🏻♂️
Do you get four wheels? Windows? Roof? AC? Seating for 5? Can you ride in snow?
Then buy a Civic. 🤷
Good video. Thanks for the info. Does anyone has problem starting the android auto? I was told by the agent i can only use samsung original usb cable. Not sure why is it. Thanks
Maybe considered a silly question but what's the MPG on these please ?
Does it have speakers to play music ? If yes, how loud are they ?
I've always thought the goldwing is one of the most beautiful bikes and despite all the changes throughout the years my opinion hasn't changed.
..Are those Hex Cap Screws holding the head? Good god, those need to be swapped out ASAP if one of these is bought.
bought my 2022 blk on blk dct touring - my S&S, Zippers tricked out HD ultra limited sits in the garage 95% of the time. Wing DCT is faster, smoother, quieter and sportier than the old grungy HD. passengers never turn down a ride. when you step off the bike, your not tone deaf, and you look like a pro
I would live to own a Gold wing. Love the look. Only thing is is that im short and dont know if i can touch the ground. Also id live to have forward controls as thats what im used too
I'm 5'-8" and have no problem reaching the ground.
Congratulations from Honda One Heart world's 💝
Probably the best bike ever made.
One of the biggest features is the driveshaft. It's a huge advantage over a bicycle chain. So why isn't the driveshaft emphasized more by previewers?
but can you power slide it with the hand break? That's the real question here.
ST1300 is the better option for most folks with a realistic budget, but these are sweet.
What is the mileage i can expect from it?