Why all the Young Guys are Buying Goldwings 

The guy you're talking about going across the Gap? His name is Yellow Wolf. 100% legit story. Here's an addendum to that story; One time he didn't ride his own GoldWing to the Gap and instead flew in and rented one from a local rental shop. While he was picking up the bike he told the guy to just go ahead and buy another set of footrests. The guy asked him why and he YW just told him to do it and of course he'd pay for them. After YW had his fun and was leaving to go back home he brought that GoldWing back to the shop and lo and behold the footrests were worn down basically nubs. YW rides those bikes better than 99% of any sportbike rider up there at the Gap. The man is an absolute beast on a Goldwing. Anyways, I thought I'd share this story with you and whomever else decides they want to read it.

I am 72 years old and have been riding goldwing for many years. All my riding buddies ride HD and at first gave me guff for riding a rice burner. We have rode 30 k miles together, we have not made a trip without needing to go to a HD dealership because of a mechanical problem, not one trip. One had a front wheel bearing go bad and it Never had any grease in it from the factory. The stator which charges the battery went bad on one, 1100,00 dollars later we were on our way. Shifting linkage went bad on new bike , dealer replaced parts, 250 miles later it did it again. Defective parts from the factory. One bike took 7 quarts of oil to go 250 miles leaking and throwing all over the riders and the back of the bike. Dealer replaced rings ,seals and gaskets. It did somewhat better but still blew oil out of it. Long story short, a new engine from the factory solved the problem. I could go on and on with many more examples but won't. In that 30 k mile trips I had 0 problems with my wing. I know there will be na sayers about this post, that's ok everyone has an opinion. What is just stated is fact not opinion.

Got my first Wing at 21 years old and never looked back. 53 now and on Wing number 6.

I had probably owned my first R1 for about a year. I followed a Goldwing through a canyon road in Central Cal going to PCH from I-5. That Goldwing rider took me for one hell of a ride. I had no idea a bike that big could perform like that. He never got away from me, but he was fast. I was fighting hard to stay with him. He obviously knew the road well.

I got my Goldwing at 34 years old and is the best choice I ever made, amazing bike.

I've been riding supersport and dirt bikes my whole life,but I always look at Goldwings in awe. The power,the comfort,the ability to ride it for hours on end without back pain or fatigue. I saw a brand new Goldwing,cherry red at a gas station. The bike was a 2017,looking damn good. I will get one some day

30 year old here. My wife and I purchased a 2012 goldwing 3 years ago with 14k on the odometer. 30K miles later and we've been to all the Northeast provinces in Canada, northeast states in the USA, Florida, Michigan, Texas, etc. It is an incrediblely comfortable and reliable machine. Looking forward to more trips on our wing!

I have a Kawasaki Vaquero. It is the Voyager without a trunk. I currently have 20k on the bike. I live in Virginia and one trip took me to California and another trip took meto Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. I am going back to California in June. The bike has never had an issue. It is much cheaper than the Goldwing. It has great power, 6 gears, cruise control, speakers, liquid cooled, a fixed fork mounted fairing, 1700cc v twin engine, floor boards, heel shift, hard bags and an engine guard. It is nimble and sporty while having many classic features. It is great but few people have them. If the price of a Goldwing gives you pause then get a Kawasaki Voyager or Vaquero. They are true cross country highway killers. I have done 1000 miles in a day on this bike and it never disappoints.

Got my first Goldwing today...the same bike you are riding, color and all. Been watching your videos for a couple of weeks for encouragement. Appreciate your videos, scripture and all.

I let my 20 yr old son ride my wing for the first time. he said that was the "Cadillac " of all bikes. he is planning on buying one now.

Goldwings are for touring only really. No bike probably touches the practicality of the Goldwing for that use. When your going for a 1000 mile trip its probably the best thing you can do it on

I’m 52 and bought a 2018 Goldwing Tour. It has been redesigned with a mixture of sport bike and cruising bike. 80lbs lighter with a newly designed 1833 cc engine. Super nimble in the corners and pure comfort to ride. It’s still quiet but it has a small rumble of sportiness. I ridden sport bikes my whole life and this machine is amazing. If you haven’t ridden one, you definitely need to test drive one. You won’t be sorry.

I’m almost 50 now, purchased my first Wing at 46, a 2003. They are NOT an “Old Man’s Bike”, and they certainly have Young Man’s horsepower. Plus they handle like a sport bike. BEST bike hands down I’ve ever owned.

I'm restoring my uncle's 1978 Goldwing thats been sitting since he passed in 2012.

Im 23 almost 24 and I dream about goldwing :3 they are great machines. High top speed, comfortable and with good exhaust ot sounds amazing.

I’m 21 and have a 1982 GL500 silverwing in excellent condition it’s like a CX500 with goldwing luggage and fairing but it’s significantly lighter than a goldwing and I love it.

I come from a goldwing and still have it and ride it. I bought a new 2018 Yamaha FJR and the biggest thing I've noticed is that the goldwing, even though it's a 2008, is that it certainly handles better. Much better. It just feels really well built and solid. The FJR is nice but oh man the goldwing is hands down the winner in my garage.

I love the sound of stock Honda Gold Wing. It sound like something out of sci-fi flick!

just traded a beat up square body for a 83 goldwing best trade a ever did. totally makes sense why older guys ride them. smooth ride no noise minus the radio

In response to Josh, yes I retired from Bridgestone and with all the knowledge I received through the years is why I use motorcycle tires for bikes and car tires for cars.

I was moving to florida from Chicago and a friend said "you gotta go through the smokey mountains its soooo beautiful" so I drove through the dragons tail in a full sized Uhaul WHILE towing a mustang. Yea.

Just bought my first goldwing at 35. The 2021 basic model manual love it !!

The only time my Darkside 1500 goldwing lost traction on the dragon's tail, was when I high-sided on my center stand!! Awesome ride that day.

I believe the Goldwing 100%. I got too many buddies that ride them with experiences very similar. Those things are like ninjas in a fat suit.

Love my goldwing, have the same year model and colour 'Crucible Orange Metallic' as the one in your video, the best long distance bike ever, but just as at home for those short trips to the shops or a quick run for a coffee. Unfortunately there's no going back to a full on sports bike for me.

Never ridden a Goldwing but I sure would like to keep up the great video Sean

From Cambria County PA. Living in Me. now. Love your videos. I'm a big Goldwing fan.

Where is the air conditioning? I like my comfort when I ride. I have owned nothing but Honda's since 1969. I have owned a Goldwing and a CBX my favorite was the CBX nothing like that in line 6 cylinder, 4 valve motor and the power and the sound was awesome.

I had a 2010 Goldwing. I sold it and I am now working on getting the new version. 2018-up Apple plug n play is awesome on new Goldwings.

I am glad you mentioned the grips, I keep the stocks grips because of your videos.

Just bought one myself at 35 years old. I’ve got a CRF 250 Rally and a Goldwing. Pretty much the perfect combination of bikes to own.

Goldwing is the King if touring bikes

Sean on a cruising / sport Goldwing ! Way to go !👍🏼

Thanks to you from Thebigeskimo .......When my Goldwing is in hibernation mode in Alaska I watch your vids to endure the hard cold months till spring!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I also get by on my snowmobile till spring. God bless you and yours._.._..._.__robert

Love the Goldwing GL1800 ! I've been on ultra classic, royal star venture, GL1500 , vision, shadow, etc. Hands down, best all-around sport & touring bike. Best balance for 890lb, 0-60mph 4.5 sec, cruise all day long doing 70-80mph, engine just purring along, not breaking a sweat, average 32mpg, ride the back country road - twisty , like a crotch rocket. Engine basically bulletproof. I've seen a couple of them with over 300,000mi.

Back in 2000 Honda's advertising featured Nicky Hayden putting a Wing through its paces. "You drag knee...I drag bag" Ya, that can't be good

I have that exact read Goldwing 1800 absolutely love it I've had to Harley's my sons had three not bashing them I love them but got tired of working on these bikes are absolutely Bulletproof

My last three bikes have been Suzuki Hayabusa's, but after a gap of five years the call to go back to two wheels became too loud to ignore and off I went to find me another 'Busa. Only problem was I found a dealer who also had a stunning 2004 Wing, with a paltry 10k on the clock. Well, in the spirit of 'best try another bike to compare' I took it for a ride.......I'm now the proud owner of a stunning blue Gold Wing and loving every minute of it.....don't knock 'em 'til you've tried 'em...!!

Deals Gap runs between NC and TN, but besides that small point it’s been a while since I was there and it will forever be imprinted in my mind as the most intense exercise in pure concentration. I’ve seen many a Gold Wing pilot run up and down the nearby Blueridge Pkwy, completely smoking hotshot sportbikers. Lean angles achieved are impressive as is corner exit acceleration.

My cousin has been riding for years and has a golding 1500 interstate. We all went through the dragon too. I was on my vmax, another friend with a c5 corvette, and him with his wing. He was first then me then corvette. He was dragging every corner having a ball. He'd wave at every camera, one hand on the bars, with sparks flying off lol. I still have a few of the pictures somewhere. I had to push it pretty hard to keep up in corners and actually dragged my exhaust a few times haha. The friend in the vette had a hell of a time keeping up he said. Had it try to jump sideways once and scared him a bit haha. Those goldwings may be ugly on the outside but they're great bikes underneath.

I’ve watched so many of your videos, I could find my way around your area no problem.

How do the newer ones compare, especially in light of the weight reduction?

There are some great deals to be had on Goldwings right now. Especially in the 2006-2010 range. You‘d have to give me a new one. I like my 2007 just fine.

Just wondering if the Wing you were speaking of on the Tail of The Dragon was yellow in color? If so he holds the fastest time on it yet.

Your videos are great!!

I have a 2002 that looks exactly like this one in the video. When riding single, you'd think you were on a small crotch rocket, except that it's not top-heavy. The weight really disappears underneath you. I don't know how they made such a big bike feel so small (and I am 5'11" and weigh only 160 lbs.)! I always, always, always wanted a Harley FHS (??) 1200, until I rode one. The shaking, top heaviness, and the fact there was no shaft available for any amount of money sent me running ! I ended up buying nothing until 5 yrs later, I rode a friends GL 1000 (the early 4-cyl Goldwing) and I was hooked. Then came 1200, then 6-cylinder 1500, then came the 1800...... and THAT's when I "pulled the trigger" and got one! I didn't think they could get any better than that, without just overdoing it and screwing something up..... handling, fuel mileage ( I get 45-50 mpg), or whatever goes wrong when manufacturers should stop! My wife was even pushing for me to get one, always mentioning wherever we may have travelled, "Boy, it sure would have been GREAT to have had a Wing under us on these roads, this mountain pass, this forested drive!" Etc, etc, etc. I plan on keeping mine until 300,000 miles or so & then get a new one if they add a double- overdrive to the transmission. Even then, I'm keeping the first one!

I bought the one Sean had with the car tire on it but he had removed the car tire before I bought it. When I learned that mine was THE ONE I bought the tire and wheel from him. Tried it, didn’t like it, now it belongs to a hard core Darksider in Maine. It’s not for everyone! Love the wing though! It’s my 4th.

I love my Goldwing my first one was a 1981 gl1100 cafe racer my current bike is a 1990 gl1500 a lot of people underestimate the goldwing they put out more power than I thought

My brother bought a brand new Goldwing 2012 or so. I while riding I would slide back on the Rider seat and it felt like a cafe style bike. I was impressed with its performance.

What camera and microphone setup do you use to do your videos? I like the fact that I can see what you see, hear what you say and you don't have a lot of WIND noise. I would like to replicate what you are doing...Great videos...Thanks!!

I just added the F6B for longer rides. I pick it up next weekend. I also have a CVO Breakout.

thank you for making up my mind about the grips..

Goldwing is a great and legendary bike,but I haven’t seen a young guy on one yet.

My Goldwing 9000 miles in 18 days. Pulling a rollahome camper.. Oklahoma Pittsburgh-dc- Delaware-- newyork-newfoundland- Niagara falls- norwalk-upper peninsula Michigan -Milwaukee Chicago - Omaha Nebraska- jome

Agreed on those grips. I thought they looked cool and bought some but took them off right away once I felt them on the bike.

Goldwings are muscle bikes in a clean/classy suit..i always wanted 1..

I saw an old guy pop a wheelie on a Goldwing, it was awesome!

AWESOME Goldwing story !!! Ha, " I drag bag.." hahahaha

1800 Goldwing is smooth and fast with two people on it you never run out of power, running first, 3rd and fifth gears it hauls ass, The wing foot pegs are too high- a set of floor boards help. another good motorcycle was the 1992 Kawasaki Voyager 1200.XXI, no issues with it, easy to maintain. inexpensive way to get into a touring cycle, it had plenty of power and it runs forever.

36 years young. Ride an old 1982 GL1100. Stripped off all the extra weight. 80+hp 65 lb-ft of torque. Stops harder, handles better pulls, away stronger than you'd ever expect. Smoothest bike I've ever ridden. The only thing a Gold Wing isn't good at is off road. Everything else, it's GREAT at.

After 26 bikes I got a newer Goldwing. My wife didn’t want a “seniors bike”, even though we’re in our early sixties. We had just recently put 150,000 kms on a BMW 1150 RT and loved it but it was a bit cramped for two up and all our gear. The Wing has been a revelation and she loves the Lazy Boy chair in the back. Not too fond of the brand new Wing though. It has lost some of its practicality. I like the new steering system and six speed tranny but that’s about it.

I'm 41, and I ride a 78 GL1000 Goldwing. Kinda not young, and my Wing is a "naked" Wing.

as for the handle grip its made to give you comfort and a little break on your hand that is if you ride long riding or long distance its much more comfy on your palms and fingers you just not used to it thinking you wont be able to handle the bar properly but look at you after few minutes u not talking about it anymore

"Why does everyone put these stupid grips on every single bike!" That's funny because my uncle has those grips too.

i’m 20 and own a yamaha FJR. best god damn bike ever made. (only because it’s an old man bike but when you take the bags off it just looks like a beast

Followed two old guys on gold wings through shady valley Tennessee one time throwing sparks and having a blast. Made me really think about why i'm riding a uncomfortable sport bike for sure. there comfortable, quit and police don't rite you five tickets ever time they catch you having fun.

My first thought before you said it was "I hate those grips!" lol I used to sell them when I worked for Honda and I never understood it.

in 1974 i put a vw tire(4.00x16) on my honda 1971 750cc(yes i changed out stock rear wheel) the tire was a third of the price of a bike tire and lasted twice as long

Excellent bike for the price. I’m 40 and I would definitely buy a GW if I have the money. For the meantime, I will stick to an SUV until I’ll raise enough funds for that bike. I would like to have a CB500x and a PCX150 for city driving too.

I grew up being spoonfed the dislike of plastic dressed bikes, and especially cruisers/tourers. Parents are all about the classics. I rode old BMW, Yamaha, a 75yo NSU, but then I bought a dirt-cheap Honda Pan European, the goldwings younger cousin. 1100cc 100hp V4, all comfort, but less fuss and bling than a GL. I absolutely love it. I hate that I love it, but goddamn, do I love this bike. It's bloody fast, super comfy, quiet, tons of storage, and very agile. You should try one!

I’m 27 and on my second Goldwing out of 4 bikes I’ve owned. First was an ‘81 1100 Interstate, I was sold. I’m a tall big frame guy and the Goldwing is just the perfect fit and very comfortable. Now I’m riding an ‘86 1200 Aspencade and I love it! Surprisingly nimble for such a huge bike, the old Goldwing’s are soooooo cheap to buy and maintain. Trust me I’d love to buy a HD Road King but I’m not paying that hefty price tag. For granted the old Wings are not the most stylish bikes by most peoples standards, but ever since I was a kid I always thought they looked like space ships all dressed up and thus I thought they looked sweet! When I ride with my friends they are always getting fatigued on their crotch rockets and I just think to myself, “we really need to stop again?”

We've got a Vintage 1985 Honda Goldwing GL 1200 Interstate For Sale/Yes, it does run!

Never rode a Goldwing in over 20 years of riding but I assume it has to be the most comfortable and all around best touring bike. Old school guys like to dark side but I haven't really seen any younger guys on them. Thing is a car on 2 wheels

great story! @10:10, nice job sean!

Goldwings are awesome! It's just that simple. I really want a 2014 or 15 valkyrie as my 3rd bike or try to wait for the new one to become lightly used without the topbox the new F6B. That's my dream bike right now because I don't like to finance anything.

mid 70,s i was riding a bonneville.guy comes to the pub on a red goldwing.he took me for a spin.i new the british bike industry was dead.ride a 650 v strom now.very happy.

I got one when I was 27 years old. That was in 1977, always ahead of my time lol I'll give u a clue as to what I bought this summer. It has carbon wheels and shift cam technology, way more my kind of bike :) I only hope I can get vaccinated before my 70th birthday in 2 months so I can enjoy the summer on it before my arthritis gets too bad.

Well S, these g-wings are great. Glad you like them. I probably won't be able to afford one on a pastor chaplain wage but I do enjoy that you enjoy them. Guess I'll be a burgman 650 owner. Blessings. Words of wisdom... Psalm 1

The wing needs few accessories since everything is sooo good. Awesome seat, mirror placement, lighting, etc except 2 things to know. 1st, lean angle is not up there with sport tourers but still good. The 2nd thing is when you put you legs down , the seat being so wide, you ass shifts forward as you lower your legs. otherwise perfect as far as i am concerned. I owned a 2002 wing and now a 2014 wing and a 2021 r1250rt. I've had k1600 gtl, 2 fjrs, 2 vfrs , a cbr1100xx and a cbr 1000, zx9r, 2 zl 1000s, a v max, a zl600 and started out on a 81 kz440. nothing is as comfortable or designed to go cross country like a wing. Then they invented the 2018 and improved handling at the expense of the things the wing used to rule at. too bad.

I'm 62 and taking the MSF basic rider course next month, and as a beginner rider, would you recommend a used Goldwing for my first motorcycle? Absolutely love them. Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Got mine at 35yrs old and 12 years later still riding the Gl1800 as main bike but I’m going to sell all my bikes and upgrade to the new 2019 model

We always stopped our GWs for gas(only)

That car tire idea is pretty interesting!

i have an 82 GL 1100 and ride the wheels off of it every chance I get . It has 73,000 miles on it . I nickel plate the frame wheels and more . I love it .

Love canyon carving in the Rockies on my 1500.

I have a car tire (Goodyear Comforttread) on the rear of my and it is the best thing I've done to my bike other than riding it (2010 Kawi V2K).

You forgot Cruz control⚠️ I set mine at 85/90mph on the interstate,max speed 130 respectively,square tyres are not recommended to even though have one,and they are much bigger than HD’s in size,comfort,rear seat,economy and best thing dont have to worry about parking and someone stealing it. Almost forgot has reverse gear too so you can park down hill🚸

Sean, Have those "stupid" grips on my Kawi Vulcan and love them. 50 mile commute one way. The palm swells on the throttle acts like an improvised cruise control.

Which do you prefer more the 1500 or the 1800 just curious

That Gl 1800 at Deals Gap is called Yellow Wolf and he regularly beats sport bikes on the Dragon.U can see his Vids here on u tube.

OK...wait until you ride a 2021/22 Goldwing Tour DCT !!!!!! This is my third GW in 42 years and my new one (2021 GW Tour DCT) outshines the others by a factor of 3 or 4! The modes, the mileage, the SUSPENSION, the DCT !!! If you ride it, you will like it! (LOVE it.) Good Rides

2002-2010 honda gold wing ... Or 2010-2014 harley ultra limited ??? For long rides and touring ??

I have a Chicago scooter company go. Scooter 49cc. It's a dream of mine to get a newer model of the goldwing.

Riders change those grips because they hate those skinny stock Honda ones. I'm on my 6th Goldwing now. I love these bikes.

Old guy, big bellied? Hey, I represent that remark!

38 here. I ride a stripped down Goldwing GL1100. I love it.

Most people think you need those grips for vibration but not on a wing , personally I'm ok with them.

I'm 41 and just bought my first GW (2003) to test out. I've always wanted one. I'm 6'0" and athletic build. And did I mention I'm black lol. Not many black guys my age riding GW's but idgaf. I love it and and now a GW man for life. Never wanted a HD. Too loud and shaky (not sure why that's the thing). I've owned Suzuki GSXR and Buell X1 but was ready for a full sized bike with radio and storage. Really love it and it's everything I thought it would be. Only downfalls are audio (not great)...plan on upgrading and getting hwy pegs.

I want one because they are the best motorcycle cruiser ever made, no one can ever top it.

True story about Deals Gap! The dude that teaches road racing at road Atlanta rides a gold wing, he was spanking the sport bikes...