【Honda】The latest model of "Gold Wing," celebrating its 50th anniversary! Limited time orders for the anniversary model also accepted

Honda's "Gold Wing Tour" 2025 model and a special model commemorating the 50th anniversary have been released. Both exude a sense of heaviness and embody the presence befitting a grand tourer.

The history of "Gold Wing," which started in 1972

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The history of "Gold Wing" began in 1972, and the first generation "Gold Wing (GL1000)," released in 1975, was a sport bike different from the current model. Later, the second generation "Gold Wing (GL1100)," which underwent a full model change in 1980, expanded its displacement to 1085cc, transforming into the appearance of a grand tourer.

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The third generation "Gold Wing (GL1200)," launched in 1984, increased its displacement to 1182cc and made the body larger. The "ASPENCADE" was equipped with luxurious features, including an audio system and LCD digital meters. In 1988, the fourth generation "Gold Wing (GL1500)" was introduced, adopting a newly developed horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine instead of the previous flat-four. The design became closer to the current model.

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After 8 years, the fifth generation "Gold Wing (GL1800)," born in 2001, was designed not only for long-distance touring but also for enjoyable winding roads. The current sixth generation "Gold Wing Tour (GL1800)" was launched in 2018, featuring a double-wishbone front suspension for motorcycles that achieves a comfortable ride and nimble handling. It became a topic of discussion for including the world's first Apple CarPlay in a motorcycle, equipped with the latest features to meet modern needs.

The 2025 model has a color scheme based on silver

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The 2025 model comes in only one color, predominantly silver, with parts at the lower body, such as the main frame, front and rear wheels, and muffler cover, in black.

The contrast between silver and black tightens the overall appearance and enhances its presence.

Model name: Gold Wing Tour
Price: 3,740,000 yen

The special model features a logo exclusive to the 50th anniversary placed in various locations

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The Bordeaux Red Metallic is adopted, and the logo placed next to the saddlebag is in gold, adding a special touch.

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Additionally, the center console and smart key feature a modernized design of a lion's claws pouncing on its prey to commemorate the 50th anniversary.

Model name: Gold Wing Tour 50th ANNIVERSARY
Price: 3,850,000 yen
Order period: Until May 31

Common Specifications
Size: 2615×905×1430mm (Screen highest position 1,555mm)
Wheelbase: 1695mm
Minimum ground clearance: 130mm
Seat height: 745mm
Weight: 391kg
Fuel consumption rate: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism reported value flat fuel economy value: 27km/L (60) , WMTC mode value (class) 14.9km/L (class 3-2)
Minimum turning radius: 3.4m
Engine type and configuration: SC79E, water-cooled 4-stroke OHC (uni-cam), 4-valve horizontally opposed 6-cylinder
Total displacement: 1833cc
Bore × stroke: 73×73mm
Compression ratio: 10.5
Maximum output: 93kW[126PS]/5,500rpm
Maximum torque: 170N·m[17.3kgf·m]/4,500rpm
Fuel supply system type: Electronic type
Starting method: Self-start
Ignition system type: Full transistor battery ignition
Lubrication system: Pressure-fed splash type
Fuel tank capacity: 21L
Clutch type: Wet multi-plate coil spring type
Transmission type: Electronic 7-speed transmission (DCT)
Tires: Front: 130/70R18M/C 63H, Rear: 200/55R16M/C 77H
Brake type: Front: Hydraulic double disc, Rear: Hydraulic disc
Suspension type: Front: Link type, Rear: Swingarm type (Pro-link, Pro-arm)
Frame type: Diamond

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