2027 Honda Gold Wing First Look: Same Wing, New Year

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Honda’s flagship touring bike, the Gold Wing, is often considered the benchmark in the touring segment, with luxurious creature comforts and smooth flat-six power delivery. Big Red says the Gold Wing proves that performance and comfort aren’t mutually exclusive. For 2027, Honda says the Gold Wing will continue to do so, returning to the United States with no major mechanical changes and an MSRP starting at $25,700.

The Gold Wing Stays The Same For 2027

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The Honda Gold Wing has been around for over 50 years, taking tourers to the far ends of the country and beyond. Over the years, it has undergone significant refinement, and today, in its sixth-generation form, the Honda touring bike is said to offer exceptional comfort, sophisticated technology, and smooth performance. For 2027, it carries over these qualities.

Flat-Six Engine, Twin-Spar Frame, And Unique Suspension

Honda Gold Wing boxer six-cylinder engine close-up shot
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To that end, the Gold Wing features the same 1,833cc liquid-cooled flat-six engine known for its smooth, versatile character. The flat-six engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission with electric starter-motor-enabled reversing function or a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with walking and reverse modes.

Similarly, the hardware remains the same, including the twin-spar frame and single-sided swingarm with a built-in driveshaft. Suspension includes a unique double-wishbone front suspension and a Pro-Link rear suspension, both using Showa shock absorbers. The Tour models also feature electronic preload adjustment and electronic damping control.

Aerodynamic Design And Long-Haul Comfort

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The design stays the same, too, said to be focused on aerodynamics and comfort. Up front, an electronically height- and angle-adjustable stepless windscreen and available wind deflectors provide wind protection, while air-guiding ducts allow ventilation on warmer days.

The rider seat is 29.3 inches off the ground, designed for long-distance comfort and freedom of movement. Both seats are wrapped in a premium suede-like cover. On the Tour models, the 24.5-degree passenger backrest angle is said to create a relaxed riding position. All models feature heated grips, and the Tour models add heated seats.

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The trunkless standard Gold Wing’s sidecases hold 8 gallons each, and the Tour’s topcase adds 16 gallons of storage, bringing total capacity to 32 gallons. The Japanese firm says the trunk can also hold two full-face XXL helmets.

Tech features include a 7-inch TFT display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. Non-Tour models feature two 45-watt speakers, and the Tour’s trunk adds two additional speakers and an XM radio antenna. Rider aids include four riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain), combined ABS, traction control, hill start assist, and an available airbag. Cruise control and keyless ignition are also standard.

Honda Gold Wing Trim Levels, Price, And Availability

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The 2027 Honda Gold Wing will be available in five trims: the trunkless standard Gold Wing with manual or DCT; the Gold Wing Tour with manual or DCT; and the flagship Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT, the only motorcycle in the world with an airbag.

Pricing for the Gold Wing is as follows:

  • Gold Wing Tour: $25,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Automatic DCT: $26,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour: $29,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour Automatic DCT: $30,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT: $34,000 MSRP

Honda says the Gold Wing Tour models will arrive at dealerships in the US this month, followed by the standard Gold Wing models next month.

2027 Honda Gold Wing Specifications

Engine

Type

Horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine

Displacement

1,833cc

Bore x stroke

73 x 73 mm

Compression ratio

10.5:1

Valvetrain

Unicam single-overhead cam; four valves per cylinder

Fueling

Electronic fuel injection; 50mm throttle bodies

Cooling

Liquid cooling

Transmission

6-speed manual with electric reverse, available 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with walking mode front and rear

Clutch

Multiplate wet, assist and slip function, available 2 multiplate wet on DCT models

Final drive

Shaft drive

Chassis

Frame

Aluminum twin-spar

Front suspension; travel

Double-wishbone with Showa shock absorber, available electronic damping control; 4.3 inches

Rear suspension; travel

Pro-Link system with Showa shock absorber with preload adjustment, available electronic preload and damping control; 4.1 inches

Wheels

Cast aluminum

Front tire

130/70-18

Rear tire

200/55-16

Front brake

Dual 320mm disc with radial-mount Nissin six-piston calipers

Rear brake

Single 316mm disc with Nissin three-piston caliper

ABS

Combined ABS

Electronic rider aids

Traction control, hill start control, four riding modes, available airbag

Dimensions & Capacities

Wheelbase

66.9 inches

Rake

30.5 degrees

Trail

4.3 inches

Seat height

29.3 inches

Ground clearance

5.1 inches

Fuel capacity

5.5 gallons

Curb weight

  • Gold Wing Tour: 806 pounds
  • Gold Wing Automatic DCT: 808 pounds
  • Gold Wing Tour: 845 pounds
  • Gold Wing Tour Automatic DCT: 847 pounds
  • Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT: 856 pounds

Price & Warranty

Website

Manufacturer backlink. Display the domain, hyperlinked to the site. e.g. ‘harley-davidson.com’

Price

  • Gold Wing Tour: $25,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Automatic DCT: $26,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour: $29,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour Automatic DCT: $30,700 MSRP
  • Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT: $34,000 MSRP

Warranty

Term and mileage.

Service interval

Oil service interval; Valve service interval

Color

  • Gold Wing: Metallic Black
  • Gold Wing Tour: Ignition Blue, Black, Gray Metallic
  • Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT: Gray Metallic

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