2024 Goldwing Design Failure MUST WATCH 

Page 7 of the 2024 Honda Goldwing Owners Manual: "Do not ride the vehicle with the mirrors folded inward, as the mirrors can interfere with the handlebar controls". This is followed by another warning with a well highlighted text under a !WARNING banner: "Riding the vehicle with the mirrors folded inward can interfere with your ability to safely operate the vehicle and could lead to a crash which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Make sure the mirrors are fully extended outward and secured in place before riding the vehicle". So who has the design flaw? The motorcycle or the motorcycle OWNER?

I wouldn't call that a flaw. That's an operator error.

This is old news and has been well publicised since the first 2018 bikes came out. Not really a design flaw just operator error. I've mine since 2019 not done that though I always fold the mirrors in when it is parked up in the garage. Now I believe it is also included as a clear warning in the manul not to ride the bike with the mirrors folded in, which it wasn't in the original 2018 manual. Maybe you should read the manual thoroughly before using the bike.

100% User error

Excellent Video. I owned a 1990 Goldwing. Loved it. Now I own a 2023 Road Glide Limited. I do miss the Goldwing though. I think I'll get another one someday.

I give you kudo's for capturing the video and then sharing. Once you get the first scratch you're not so worried about the next one.

Thanks to you I now know I should call my screw-ups, "100% design flaw". Thanks again. 😉

My 2018 Goldwing DCT Tour does the same thing. The folded mirrors lock your brakes! I’m used to it by now👍😎

I like the video. My comment as far as repairs on the saddlebag is take it to a wrapping place, have it wrapped. Then put all your stickers you are going to acquire on the wrap, or just a close color. The PSA part of your video is actually in the 300 page owners manual cautioning against operating with mirrors in retracted position. I’m a short rider, and when I put the Horizon Helicopter-bars on the position of the new bars is something that negates that concern. Additionally the bars are round, fully adjustable and much more comfortable. I will like and subscribe for your video is very good. ( I need to learn more about editing so I can put out cool videos too. PS; I read the manual 3 times so far. Currently at 22,000 miles on my 2022, and would not trade it for anything! 🎯👍 JT in northern Illinois

I did the same thing. Turned the bars and the mirror caught the front brake.

Nice wing i have a 23 model accidents happen and i learned from yours thank you, don't worry about the people saying stuff about it nobody is perfect

take care and have fun,

Honda nor any other manufacturer, can build an idiotproof bike. Not even remotely close to a design flaw. You simply aren't very good at low speed maneuvers.

How long have you been riding?

Yeah, I found that to be a problem folding mirrors so I could cover the bike. I couldn’t put the handlebar lock with mirror folded and cover the bike. Not happening UNTIL I replaced the stock handlebars with the Helibars They adjust so you CAN.

Lol well at least if nothing else you got a good conversation going, but dang man that hurts to marked up a brandy new bike, safe riding and don’t drop that beauty anymore 😊

That happened with 2018 and up as well. You can’t turn to the left with your right mirror folded.

Sorry to see that damage with your brand new bike...I installed Traxxions tip over protection on my 2018...if you had the Traxxion tip over protection installed you would have had no damage to your saddlebag lid or mirror...about 650 dollars to replace that saddlebag lid and another couple hundred for the mirror housing..BTW the fact you had the mirror folded in is not a design flaw...user error

I like many brands and styles of bikes... Currently riding a '21 Trike and it is very nice. I have to give credit to where it is due. I had a '10 Honda Goldwing and it was amazing. Sure it was heavy, but simply amazing... that 6 cy. engine is incredible and dependable. Honda does the wing right for sure and these new DCT versions raise the bar for sure imo.

Why would you ride with the mirrors folded in?

Those insurance prices of ~$1000 weren't for just a month, were they?

Thanks for admitting it was your fault but I agree with you its phenomenal!

The gold wing is perfection on two wheels, I own a 1986 Honda gold wing GL1200 interstate. I bought it with 28,000 miles on it, it runs like a hot knife into butter. I couldn't care less about Harley Davidson which only produce junk. I only buy a quality product, and Harley Davidson doesn't produce a quality product, so their bikes aren't worth my money.

The mirror issue is a kbown problem traxxion makes a item to help with this issue. "Honda Gold Wing Mirror Stop Kit" it cost $14.95 They also sell a new folding mirror kit . hope this helps.

I did the exact same thing on my 2018. Honda fault, no. Could it be better designed, yes. But you've done your civic duty with this video.

So you bought the Honda because you’d have to manually shift a Harley or Indian?

my one complaint on these bikes is the mirror placement!!!!

Cruiseman did a video on this many years ago.

Today, we have to walk and chew gum at the same time

As far as pricing… my Indian Roadmaster Limited cost more than your Goldwing… paying more or less has nothing to do with comfort…

It's not a design flaw. It's just being a rookie. And if you would have read page 7 of the owners manual. Do not ride the vehicle with mirrors folded inward.

so your an id-?

You were in a slow speed turn and you hit the front brake and down you went ... ROOKIE ! 🤣

That U turn wasn’t even that tight

Those saying this is solely operator error are wrong. It is a design flaw! I’ve been riding 40 years, had 4 Wings. The latest being a 19, and currently a 22. I did the exact same thing last year backing into a parking space, causing me to lay my brand new Wing down. No damage. This was not an issue on my 94/07 Wings. This is a design flaw..

you had it a week, already damaged

I think Goldwings are made in America? Have fun on your new bike.

what is an SVO?

Beautiful bike, sorry you already got a scar or two on it. That is a crazy design issue and maybe at the minimum they could put a warning light or buzzer on it just to help others from doing the same. Of course, good riding habits is to run through a check list before you start rolling, so there is that to consider.

Bozo the clown 😂

Not honda fault. Who rides w there mirrors folded in.

Been on youtube 20 yrs or whatever. Never " subscribed" or liked a vid. They will do fine.

Sux! Good to let people know though

Bet you loved it more prior to trashing your saddlebag, due to operator error.

Didn’t lay the bike down. You dropped it.

Really how dumb you got to be to move a bike with mirrors folded in you should be able to see all round you at all times be aware of your surroundings

Nice. But '74 did it better

Your fault. You shouldn't drive a car with the doors open, either. In case you don't know...

What is your point. Go back to 7th grade and finish your English lessons.