Confused by the new 2018 Honda Gold Wing model lineup and what’s what? Which models do this or that and have this feature but don’t have that feature? If I go with the 6-speed Manual Transmission what features do I lose over the 7-Speed DCT Automatic Transmission and vice versa? Trust me, you’re not the only one… Let’s take a minute and break things down. If you haven’t already checked out the Official 2018 GoldWing Announcement yet, why not? Click Here to head over there and get caught up before you read the details below.

If you haven’t already checked it out yet, check out some of the other big news going on right now in the motorcycle world with the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show that is happening right now and in full-swing. You can check out my Hourly Tokyo Motor Show Updates by Clicking Here.

2018 GoldWing Tour Models (Tour = older “regular” GoldWing)

The three 2018 Gold Wing Tour models—Gold Wing Tour, Gold Wing Tour DCT, and Gold Wing Tour DCT Airbag—are the modern interpretation of the classic Gold Wing, the ultimate long-distance touring machine, but with highly improved performance capabilities. All three all-new Gold Wing Tour models feature full luggage provisions, including saddlebags and top case. This is what you could consider the “regular” Gold Wing if you’re going off standards from the last couple of decades. Originally the stripped down Gold Wing was called just that, the “Gold Wing” and then you had the other model variations which added those features like fairings, saddlebags, trunks etc. History is repeating itself as you’ll see below on the second part of this posting. If that’s not confusing enough haha just think of it this way: Gold Wing = Base Model and Gold Wing Tour = “Cadillac” with the bells and whistles.

GoldWing Tour Colors:

• Candy Ardent Red 
• Pearl White 
• Pearl Hawkseye Blue

Significant Features:

• Saddlebags
• Top case (removable with accessory kit)
• Double-wishbone front suspension 
• Tall electric windscreen 
• 6-speed manual transmission 
• Reverse gear 
• Audio speakers (2 front/2 rear) 
• Four riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ, Rain) 
• Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) 
• Heated seat 
• Heated grips 
• Cruise control 
• Electric damping adjust 
• Electric preload adjust 
• Center stand 
• Built-in navigation 
• Apple CarPlay™ compatible

GoldWing Tour DCT Colors:

• Candy Ardent Red 
• Pearl White 
• Pearl Hawkseye Blue

Significant Features:
Compared to Gold Wing Tour, adds:

• Seven-speed automatic DCT 
• Walking Mode 

GoldWing Tour DCT Airbag Colors:

• Candy Ardent Red / Black

Significant Features:
Compared to Gold Wing Tour DCT, adds:

• Airbag

2018 GoldWing Models (Base Model that’s replacing F6B)

Boasting a sporty character, the two Gold Wing models—Gold Wing and Gold Wing DCT—come with saddlebags but no trunk or the accompanying rear audio speakers. The electric windscreen is shorter on these models, and preload adjustment is manual. HSTC, electric damping-adjust, center stand, and heated grips are not included. This model is what will be replacing the F6B / F6B Deluxe for 2018.

GoldWing Colors:

• Candy Ardent Red (missing picture below)
• Matte Majestic Silver  
• Pearl Stallion Brown

Significant Features:

• Double-wishbone front suspension 
• Short electric windscreen 
• Six-speed manual transmission 
• Audio speakers (2 front) 
• Four riding modes 
• Heated grips 
• Cruise control 
• Built-in navigation 
• Apple CarPlay compatible

GoldWing DCT Colors:

• Candy Ardent Red (missing picture below)
• Matte Majestic Silver  
• Pearl Stallion Brown

Significant Features:
Compared to Gold Wing, adds:

• Seven-speed automatic DCT 
• Walking Mode 
• Reverse

2018 GoldWing / GoldWing Tour Feature Comparison Review

* Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride. Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment. All specifications subject to change.