Honda Gold Wing
The Gold Wing isn’t about one standout feature, it’s about how everything comes together. Since its development began in 1974, Honda has engineered this platform with one clear focus, long-distance performance, comfort, and reliability working as one. From the original flat-four GL1000 through to today’s flat-six, the Gold Wing has consistently evolved without losing its purpose. Every update has been built on real-world riding, refining balance, reducing fatigue, and improving control. What you see now is the result of five decades of development, a motorcycle designed to deliver a premium touring experience in every sense, not through one feature, but through how every part works together on the road.
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Gold Wing
Gold Wing. Since 1974. Ultimate Touring.
50th Anniversary Edition
Experience the gold standard in touring luxury with the 2025 Honda Gold Wing Anniversary Edition, a bike that marks 50 years of setting the benchmark in long-distance riding. This special edition features exclusive anniversary badging that gives it a distinct presence on the road, a subtle nod to its legacy without overdoing it. Step up to the Tour variant and the focus shifts even further towards comfort, with added rider and passenger support, increased storage, and features designed to make two-up journeys feel effortless. Whether it’s a weekend escape or a full interstate run, this is a motorcycle built to deliver a premium experience every single kilometre.
From $53,171*
Gold Wing Tour Premium
Step into the top tier of touring with the Honda Gold Wing Tour Premium, where everything is geared towards making long-distance riding feel effortless. This is the most refined version of the platform, combining the proven flat-six engine with advanced features that focus on comfort, control, and real-world usability. From the integrated luggage and premium audio system through to heated seats, electronic suspension, and the option of DCT, every detail is there to reduce fatigue and elevate the ride. Add in the signature anniversary touches and you’ve got a bike that carries its heritage with confidence while delivering a level of touring comfort that’s hard to match, whether you’re riding solo or heading out two-up for the long haul.
From $53,171*
Gold Wing
The standard Honda Gold Wing is all about the rider. It keeps the core DNA of the platform but dials things back for those who want a more direct, connected touring experience without the extra bulk of the Tour setup. You still get the same premium build quality, the same refinement, just in a package that feels a bit more nimble and focused when you’re out on the road solo or doing shorter runs.
What really defines it is the engine. Honda’s 1833cc flat-six is unlike anything else in this category. It’s low, wide, and perfectly balanced, which keeps the centre of gravity down and makes the bike feel far more manageable than its size suggests. The power delivery is smooth and consistent, with plenty of torque available without needing to push it. It’s not about chasing revs, it’s about effortless momentum. On Australian roads, that translates to relaxed cruising, easy overtakes, and a ride that just feels settled no matter how far you go.
From $44,821*
6-Cylinder Engine
Exceptionally refined
Honda’s 1833cc flat-six is what defines the Gold Wing. The horizontally opposed layout keeps the weight low and balanced, which is why a bike this size feels so stable at speed and surprisingly manageable at low speeds.
Power delivery is smooth and linear, with strong torque available without needing to chase revs, ideal for highway cruising, overtaking, or riding two-up with luggage.
It’s also exceptionally refined, with minimal vibration, so you can ride longer without fatigue.
This is an engine built for distance, not just performance.
Dual Clutch Transmission
Exceptionally refined
Honda’s 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission is proper engineering, not just a convenience. It uses two clutches, one for odd gears and one for even, allowing the next gear to be pre-selected. The result is fast, seamless shifts with no interruption to power.
On the road, it delivers a smoother ride, particularly at low speeds and in traffic where constant clutch work gets tiring. It also performs well on longer rides, adapting to your riding style, holding gears when you push on, and shifting earlier when you ease off.
You still retain control. Manual mode lets you shift via the handlebar controls, ideal for corners or added engine braking. Whether in traffic or on the highway, DCT reduces effort without taking away the riding experience.
Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
This isn’t just about connectivity, it’s about removing friction when you’re on the bike.
With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrated into the Gold Wing’s system, you can access navigation, music, messages, and calls directly through the display, controlled via the handlebars or headset.
In real terms, it means no stopping to check directions, no awkwardly mounting your phone, and no distractions from trying to manage apps while riding. Plug in, connect your headset, and everything runs through the bike.
It’s especially useful on longer rides or when you’re heading somewhere unfamiliar, giving you clear navigation and control without breaking your focus on the road.
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Exceptionally refined
The Gold Wing’s chassis is built around a double wishbone front suspension, which is a completely different approach to traditional forks. Instead of compressing under braking, it separates steering from suspension movement, so the bike stays flatter, more stable, and easier to control, especially when you’re slowing down or riding two-up. It also allows the engine to sit further forward in the frame, improving weight distribution and overall balance.
At the rear, the electronically controlled suspension adjusts preload depending on load and riding conditions. Whether you’re riding solo, carrying a passenger, or fully loaded for a trip, the bike can be set up quickly to suit. In real terms, that means a more consistent ride height, better comfort over long distances, and a bike that stays composed even when the road conditions change.
Double Wishbone Chassis & Electronic Suspension
The Benchmark in Touring Motorcycles
When you talk about long-distance touring, the conversation always comes back to one bike, the Honda Gold Wing. It’s not just a motorcycle, it’s the benchmark the entire category is built around. For riders across Western Sydney, the Hawkesbury, and beyond, the Gold Wing represents comfort, reliability, and serious distance capability without compromise.
From the moment you sit on it, you understand what Honda has done here. The balance, the refinement, the way everything just works together, it’s built for riders who don’t just go for a quick spin, they go somewhere.
David Smith
Dealer Principal of Hawkesbury Motorcycles
Gold Wing Tour Premium vs Gold Wing
Both Gold Wing models share Honda’s legendary 1833cc flat-six engine, advanced chassis design, and long-distance touring focus. The biggest differences come down to comfort, touring presence, and overall weight, making it easier to choose the version that suits your riding style.
Gold Wing Tour Premium
Gold Wing
Chassis
| Specification | Gold Wing Tour Premium | Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes (F) | 2x 320mm discs, ABS | 2x 320mm discs, ABS |
| Brakes (R) | 1x 316mm disc, ABS | 1x 316mm disc, ABS |
| Front Adjustability | - | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Double wishbone | Double wishbone |
| Front Wheel Travel (mm) | 110 | 110 |
| Rear Adjustability | preload (electronic) Key Difference |
preload |
| Rear Suspension Type | single shock | single shock |
| Rear Wheel Travel (mm) | 105 | 105 |
Dimensions, Weights and Capacities
| Specification | Gold Wing Tour Premium | Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity (L) | 21 | 21 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,695 | 1,695 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 130 | 130 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1430 low screen (1555 high screen) Taller Touring Setup |
1340 low screen (1445 high screen) |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2,615 Longer |
2,475 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 905 | 905 |
| Seat Height (mm) | 745 | 745 |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | 393 Heavier Touring Spec |
373 |
Powertrain
| Specification | Gold Wing Tour Premium | Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Bore & Stroke (mm) | 73 x 73 | 73 x 73 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement (cc) | 1833 | 1833 |
| Engine Type | liquid-cooled 4-stroke | liquid-cooled 4-stroke |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Valves | 24 | 24 |
| Transmission | DCT 7-speed | DCT 7-speed |
| Drive | Shaft | Shaft |
Tyres and Wheels
| Specification | Gold Wing Tour Premium | Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres (F) | 130/70-18 | 130/70-18 |
| Tyres (R) | 200/55-16 | 200/55-16 |
Warranty
| Specification | Gold Wing Tour Premium | Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 24 months | 24 months |
The above information was accurate at the time of publishing, always check the manufacturer’s website or call us to confirm should you have any questions.
50 years of Goldwing
The Gold Wing isn’t about one standout feature; it’s about how everything comes together. Honda has engineered this bike to deliver a premium touring experience in every sense.
You’ve got a horizontally opposed 6-cylinder engine that delivers smooth, effortless power. It’s quiet when you want it to be, strong when you need it, and incredibly refined across the entire rev range. This is the kind of engine you can sit on all day without fatigue.
The double wishbone front suspension is a standout. It separates steering from suspension forces, which means better stability, smoother handling, and more confidence, especially when you’re loaded up or riding two-up.
Then there’s the DCT automatic transmission option. It takes the effort out of riding in traffic and makes long-distance touring even easier, while still giving you full control when you want it.
Add in cruise control, riding modes, traction control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, premium audio, and one of the best rider ergonomics setups on the market, and you’ve got a bike that’s designed to be ridden.
A Touring Icon, Built Across Five Decades
The Gold Wing story is not just about one motorcycle. It is about how Honda steadily refined long-distance comfort, six-cylinder smoothness, luxury touring and rider-focused engineering over time. Below is a clean look at the major milestones visible in the supplied heritage timeline.