The 2019 Honda Gold Wing is a 2 wheeled land yacht that has its saddle bags packed with a ton of accessories and 45 years of history providing customers with road gobbling bliss.
There are many reasons why motorcycle riders are on the road today, which is a good thing for all the different types of motorcycle dealerships out there. For those that just want to enjoy their time while cruising the countryside, the 2019 Honda Gold Wing is perfectly fit for the task. It has all the power (and then some) needed to confidently accelerate when needed. Even the roughest roads are dealt with in a smooth, gliding-like fashion, leaving the rider practically unaware of the various cracks, gravel and overall typical road debris that naturally accumulates.
A machine of this caliber is not cheap, with a starting price tag of around $23,800 this is not a motorcycle typically purchased by a riding newbie. However, with the fully automatic option, you do not have to be an expert in shifting gears. The bike seamlessly shifts gears on its own. With all the other gadgets, take the electric wind shield for example, there are still plenty of things to do with your hands. Coupled with the reverse gear, even an inexperienced enthusiast could handle this motorcycle with relative ease.
Ride For Two
Some motorcycles are made for one person, with the option for a passenger as a temporary solution. Not so with the 2019 Honda Gold Wing. With the optional rider backrests and armrests, your passenger can simply enjoy the scenery without having to put you in a white knuckling grip. Your cohort in crime can sit back and relax, not having to be concerned with leaning forward, resulting in fatigue, and needing to get off the bike and stretch.
Obviously, there is enough storage on the motorcycle to accommodate the needs of two people on an extended vacation. With all the thrills and overall enjoyment taking place while cruising for days at a time, how much stuff is really necessary? Come to think of it, if the motorcycle typically has two riders on it, why not split the cost of the bike? If you can convince your riding partner of this concept, you got your money's worth, and theirs.
In For the Long Haul
Let's face it, Honda is the originator of the motorcycle touring movement. Yes, they have several competitors, which is a good thing. Healthy competition frequently drives innovation, which is visible in the product. The Honda Gold Wing is the pacesetter for the entire industry. Honda has been around for a long time and will continue to be a major player in the motorcycle world. They've been producing motorcycles since 1953, so they've had adequate time to streamline and refine their products.
Unfortunately for American workers, production for Honda Gold Wings was moved in 2011 from Marysville Ohio back to Japan. This move was not due to lack of sales, but to consolidate manufacturing of the Gold Wings in a more up to date facility where other Honda motorcycles were already being produced. Fortunately, dedication to improvements for the motorcycle has not diminished.
Worth Every Single Penny
It's worth mentioning that you are not paying for just a finely engineered ride, but also for a 6 cylinder engine, quite similar to a car engine. It's one of the many reasons that a Honda Gold Wing lasts so long. Look in the car for sale section of a newspaper. Most of the Honda's will have way over 100k miles on them, with several close to the 200k level. This phenomena is not by chance. Like the cars, the Honda motorcycles are made to last a long time. Not only do they have a prolonged life, but with the proper maintenance, the cost to keep them running is not out of this world expensive. Yes, the 2019 Honda Gold Wing looks nice, but the true value of the bike is not the name of the brand or flashy chrome. It's the outstanding ride and year after year usage that makes this motorcycle worth every penny.