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Title: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on November 12, 2012, 04:54:16 PM
http://powersports.honda.com/Cruiser/2013/gold-wing-f6b.aspx (http://powersports.honda.com/Cruiser/2013/gold-wing-f6b.aspx)
Not sure if that'll go in right. Just saw this on the Honda site.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Ron Dawg on November 12, 2012, 05:06:26 PM
Is that Bad-ass*ed or just bad? Or bad looking? Is there an AARP model? I'm confused.... ???
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on November 12, 2012, 05:08:58 PM
Not too sure where they are going with it.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: jimmymac on November 12, 2012, 05:35:57 PM
Dumbest thing I've seen, besides the Rune.
What a friggin' joke. ::)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on November 12, 2012, 05:59:27 PM
First Wing I've ever ooked twice at. I like it.....I think.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 12, 2012, 06:00:11 PM
Trying to woo the HD cruiser crowd, I'm sure.  Not something I'd touch with a 10 foot pole but I'm sure there are others that will like it.  Even uses the HD alphanumeric system...F6B (I mean, what the heck does that mean?).
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 12, 2012, 06:15:01 PM
Me likely allot and what I have been waiting for, have no need for the massive back seat and top case. I love the Wings, looks like they are going after the K1600GT concept until a re-design. I think it looks very nice, they did a great job IMHO.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: bbroj on November 12, 2012, 06:28:14 PM
New spin on the Valkyrie? I prefered the Valk, seemed cleaner to me.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Jeremy Mitchell on November 12, 2012, 06:33:49 PM
I really like it!  That might make me rethink my plan of buying a wing after I turn 50........maybe 48, so only 17 more years.   ;D






Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: ZG on November 12, 2012, 06:42:37 PM
Trying to woo the HD cruiser crowd, I'm sure.  Not something I'd touch with a 10 foot pole but I'm sure there are others that will like it. 

+1...  :doublepuke:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on November 12, 2012, 06:44:36 PM
The CB-1100 was even odder. And the 500X. The ST1300 is where they should send some time.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: jim snyder on November 12, 2012, 07:06:51 PM
Looks like it was ridden under a tractor trailer and sheared the windshield and the backrest off.
Is there no motorcycle company that hasn't fallen into the harley look-a-like trap.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 12, 2012, 07:08:37 PM
The goldwing is said to handle well.  This bike must handle excellent. 

Come on now.  Self Cancelling turn signals is an option?  Seriously Honda?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on November 12, 2012, 07:37:53 PM
I miss those turn signals I had on my 83 Sabre.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 12, 2012, 07:38:50 PM
Looks like no Harley or cruiser I have ever seen, not sure what some of you are seeing? I would buy this is in a heartbeat, and I bet the Wing will handle even better in this version. I think it looks GREAT!






(http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/2013-Honda-Gold-Wing-F6B-red-635x476.jpg)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Mojoh on November 12, 2012, 07:41:56 PM
I want one. Simple styling cues along the lines of the streetglide, without the teeth chattering vibrations. Slick.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on November 12, 2012, 08:01:27 PM
Just do an ST-1800 and price it under $16,000. AHHHHHHHH!!!!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: DenverC-14 on November 12, 2012, 08:16:36 PM
Trying to woo the HD cruiser crowd, I'm sure.  Not something I'd touch with a 10 foot pole but I'm sure there are others that will like it.  Even uses the HD alphanumeric system...F6B (I mean, what the heck does that mean?).
Flat 6 bagger?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 12, 2012, 08:41:29 PM
Just do an ST-1800 and price it under $16,000. AHHHHHHHH!!!!

Have you seen the price of the ST1300?  Way more than $16000.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: sherob on November 12, 2012, 08:57:21 PM
The CB1100 is sweet... retro UJM.  The F6B, 6 years too late.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 13, 2012, 04:11:57 AM
Looks like no Harley or cruiser I have ever seen, not sure what some of you are seeing?


You're still on your meds.  Go back to sleep.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 13, 2012, 06:00:45 AM
Flat 6 bagger?

Ding ding ding! Give that man a cigar!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on November 13, 2012, 06:17:23 AM
Did they lose the electric reverse? Bad if they did. It still weighs in at 842 lbs.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 13, 2012, 10:27:35 AM
New spin on the Valkyrie? I prefered the Valk, seemed cleaner to me.

+1  :thumbs: Kind of a Valkyrie interstate without the windshield.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: ZG on November 13, 2012, 10:39:48 AM
You're still on your meds.  Go back to sleep.

 :rotflmao:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 13, 2012, 01:29:01 PM
You're still on your meds.  Go back to sleep.


And you need your optical prescription changed.  :P  Darn good looking Wing, they should sell a bunch of these models, and no.... pirates will not be switching over to them. I know 2 Wing riders that have been wanting a configuration like this, Honda would be wise to make an even more sporty model to the current platform.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: GeeBeav on November 13, 2012, 08:52:41 PM
It still weighs in at 842 lbs.

Yeah, their "Lighter, trimmer, leaner" description is a bit of a stretch. Still, it's more motorcycle-ish than the Wing, which is more of a 2-wheeled Accord.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: mikeboileau on November 14, 2012, 08:30:13 AM
I think it looks awesome!  The only wing I would ride.  A slightly bigger windshield and I'm good to go.  The black is beautiful!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Son of Pappy on November 14, 2012, 09:23:43 AM
If only it were Silverdammit.  I'd have to ride one before falling in love, if it isn't ride worthy in the crooked stuff?  I'd also like to see the windshield adjustable, as in concealed lower portion as shown and a raised portion for the wet days seen in these parts.  If she handled good I'd have one as an addition to the stable but not as a replacement.

Hey Jeremey, whadaya got against 50? ;)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 14, 2012, 10:11:02 AM

And you need your optical prescription changed.  :P

 :rotflmao:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Jeremy Mitchell on November 14, 2012, 10:23:02 AM
If only it were Silverdammit.  I'd have to ride one before falling in love, if it isn't ride worthy in the crooked stuff?  I'd also like to see the windshield adjustable, as in concealed lower portion as shown and a raised portion for the wet days seen in these parts.  If she handled good I'd have one as an addition to the stable but not as a replacement.

Hey Jeremy, whadaya got against 50? ;)

I figured that 50 (or 48 for the GL1800GlideF6B) was a good age to take it easy and just putt around the country.  Until then I will continue to ride a bike that keeps my adrenelin pumping. 

I will definitely take a test ride on of these machines, if given the chance.   ;)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 14, 2012, 10:36:49 AM
I figured that 50 (or 48 for the GL1800GlideF6B) was a good age to take it easy and just putt around the country.  Until then I will continue to ride a bike that keeps my adrenelin pumping. 

I will definitely take a test ride on of these machines, if given the chance.   ;)


The Wing will surprise you, and not a putt putt around old man bike........TRUST ME.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Jeremy Mitchell on November 14, 2012, 10:46:27 AM

The Wing will surprise you, and not a putt putt around old man bike........TRUST ME.

I know what they are capable of (I've seen the yellow wolf videos on youtube). 
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wally_games on November 14, 2012, 12:11:23 PM
Was already a surprisingly capable bike. Now with a much lower center of gravity, it might be a fun ride.

You just KNOW that a taller after-market windshield is already on someone's drawing board.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Stasch on November 14, 2012, 01:27:56 PM
Quote
I figured that 50 (or 48 for the GL1800GlideF6B) was a good age to take it easy and just putt around the country.  Until then I will continue to ride a bike that keeps my adrenelin pumping.

I'm over 50 and have no intention or desire to just putt around the country.

Smart alec young whipper snappers.   ;D
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Awaz on November 15, 2012, 09:29:21 AM
I really do like this Wing !! And I did oogle it at it for long. But then again, I ride a Harley too  ;D
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: blackmax on November 15, 2012, 12:02:45 PM
Had a short shield on my black wing for summertime. Really changed the look of the bike. A lower ride height would have made it rail around corners even better. As it was I had to replace the peg feelers every four weeks 8) (http://)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wahrsuul on November 16, 2012, 05:04:32 AM
Trying to woo the HD cruiser crowd, I'm sure.  Not something I'd touch with a 10 foot pole but I'm sure there are others that will like it.  Even uses the HD alphanumeric system...F6B (I mean, what the heck does that mean?).

IIRC, the designation for the euro Valk was the F6, so I'm guessing that's where it comes from.

I like it myself, but doubt I'd buy one.  I spent a weekend on an '02 Wing, and liked it a lot.  But I also need that large backrest for the wife.  So while I like the looks a lot, it's way too much $ for too little funcionality for me.

Interestingly enough, I found some pics online a couple years ago of a custom 'Wing that looked just like this.  Maybe Honda liked it enouhg to copy, or perhaps that was a beta version running around?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 16, 2012, 05:23:06 AM
I like the Honda Valkyrie.  Liked the color scheme as well.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 16, 2012, 09:21:03 AM
I like the Honda Valkyrie.  Liked the color scheme as well.

+1  :thumbs:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wahrsuul on November 16, 2012, 12:17:15 PM
I had one for about 2 years.  the color scheme was... well, hardly inconspicuous.

Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: bbroj on November 16, 2012, 01:15:20 PM
Ummmmm,,,,,,wow.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Conrad on November 16, 2012, 02:51:38 PM
I had one for about 2 years.  the color scheme was... well, hardly inconspicuous.

I see that you used the short tassels eh?    ;)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: 2fast on November 16, 2012, 03:23:29 PM
Looks like a cross between a PC800 and a Harley FlHXXCustomKingoftheRoad thing.  Slightly bloated. I agree with a previous poster that Honda should spend some time updating the ST1300 instead, but oh well....
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 16, 2012, 04:04:25 PM
As long as were showing pics of our Valkyrie's here's mine.

(http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/ac177/sreinschmidt/megonvalk2.jpg)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 16, 2012, 05:15:55 PM
Much more sedate color scheme...
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: bbroj on November 16, 2012, 05:52:47 PM
As long as were showing pics of our Valkyrie's here's mine.

(http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/ac177/sreinschmidt/megonvalk2.jpg)

Nice! I have never owned one, but I was very smitten with the Valkyrie tourer, especially in the black/red combination.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 16, 2012, 07:12:53 PM
The Valkyries had the little engine in them.  :P
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 16, 2012, 07:50:54 PM
Right... ::)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 16, 2012, 08:20:59 PM
Right... ::)


That 1500 compared to the 1800 is a whole other game my friend!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wahrsuul on November 17, 2012, 05:05:05 AM
I see that you used the short tassels eh?    ;)

Yup. just to make sure the bike was moving.:)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 17, 2012, 09:07:09 AM

That 1500 compared to the 1800 is a whole other game my friend!

At the time they made these Valkyrie's (mine is a 97) they didn't make the 1800. But the Valkyrie 1500 was a whole other game compared to the Gold Wing 1500. 6 carbs vs 2 carbs, solid lifters vs hydraulic and the Valk is significantly lighter.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 17, 2012, 10:55:17 AM
At the time they made these Valkyrie's (mine is a 97) they didn't make the 1800. But the Valkyrie 1500 was a whole other game compared to the Gold Wing 1500. 6 carbs vs 2 carbs, solid lifters vs hydraulic and the Valk is significantly lighter.


You are correct sir.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on November 17, 2012, 06:20:23 PM
I'd rather have a Rune
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 17, 2012, 06:25:45 PM
I'd rather have a Rune

Saw one about 8 years ago in an El Paso dealership.  Thought it was cool.  Those who bought them thinking they would be instant collectables were disappointed.

No the W650 on the other hand is getting a premium when you find one for sale.  Come on Kawasaki, please bring the W800 to the states so I don't have to buy a Triumph or Guzzi.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: VirginiaJim on November 18, 2012, 06:56:39 AM
I'd rather have a Rune

I'd be Runed if I had one of those.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on November 19, 2012, 05:27:58 PM
I figured that 50 (or 48 for the GL1800GlideF6B) was a good age to take it easy and just putt around the country.  Until then I will continue to ride a bike that keeps my adrenelin pumping. 

I will definitely take a test ride on of these machines, if given the chance.   ;)

I totally agree.  Oh, wait.  I bought a new 'Busa at age 54 and a ZX-10R at age 57.  Nevermind. ;)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on November 19, 2012, 05:30:43 PM
Those who bought them thinking they would be instant collectables were disappointed.


Yep.  They are unique. They are rare.  Hard to find (I've seen one in past 4 years).  And only worth 1/2 of what they cost new. ???
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wahrsuul on November 20, 2012, 05:18:02 AM
There's a Rune in the CL ads locally, IIRC, the guy is asking 17K for it.  Pretty bike, but pointless for anything but showing off.  Tho Corbin made some bags for it I think.

There was a guy on the Valk site that was making his own version out of a Goldwing 1800.

Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Strawboss on November 21, 2012, 08:16:05 AM
Yes, looking to woo HD wannabes. Kawasaki makes the Vaquaro, not much different. Not for me. Agreed, they need to seriously spend some money and upgrade the ST1300, I have a feeling we'll see something along those lines next year.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 21, 2012, 10:18:21 AM
Yes, looking to woo HD wannabes. Kawasaki makes the Vaquaro, not much different. Not for me. Agreed, they need to seriously spend some money and upgrade the ST1300, I have a feeling we'll see something along those lines next year.

I think their intention was to replace the ST1300 with the VRF. But the VRF didn't hit the mark. Seems like they need a VRF Tour with all the ST type bells and whistles. Problem is if you look at the VRF without luggage, electric windshield, etc. it is already $18,000. Can only imagine what they would want for a full ST version.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: eng943 on November 21, 2012, 10:24:25 AM
What an abonitation. A low budget effort to take a nice refined touring platform, and make it look like an Ultra Street Glide to woo cruiser buyers. Honda shows no real ambition to improve/advance and invest in their product. Rather, they clumsily and cheaply I might add try to go for the midlife crisis brigade by slapping some flat black paint on existing parts and cobbling together this pile of junk. I highly doubt this bastardized wing will sell in the volume necessary to justify it being around for more than a model year or so, and meanwhile other companies will chip away at wing sales with more advanced and capable distance bikes.

Honda would have been better served to making serious improvements to the Wing. For starters, how about an adjustable windshield Honda? All the Japaneese manufacturers seem to suffer too much from trying to be all things to all people, and this is a prime example.

While we're at it Honda...how about a new ST?   

 
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Strawboss on November 21, 2012, 11:56:46 AM
A VFR instead of the ST? They are kidding right? Way too complex of a bike, plus, its ugly. A stop gap measure until the new ST arrives? I thought certainly after the C-14 they'd be working on something, then the BMW 6, then the Triumph. Who's making the decisions over there?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 21, 2012, 05:35:02 PM
What an abonitation. A low budget effort to take a nice refined touring platform, and make it look like an Ultra Street Glide to woo cruiser buyers. Honda shows no real ambition to improve/advance and invest in their product. Rather, they clumsily and cheaply I might add try to go for the midlife crisis brigade by slapping some flat black paint on existing parts and cobbling together this pile of junk. I highly doubt this bastardized wing will sell in the volume necessary to justify it being around for more than a model year or so, and meanwhile other companies will chip away at wing sales with more advanced and capable distance bikes.

Honda would have been better served to making serious improvements to the Wing. For starters, how about an adjustable windshield Honda? All the Japaneese manufacturers seem to suffer too much from trying to be all things to all people, and this is a prime example.

While we're at it Honda...how about a new ST?   


Think about it.  They just took the trunk off, shorter windshield, and different paint.  If it doesn't do well, very little engineering dollars lost.  Not like the money they would have had to spend coming up with an all new bike.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: eng943 on November 21, 2012, 06:37:02 PM
Think about it.  They just took the trunk off, shorter windshield, and different paint.  If it doesn't do well, very little engineering dollars lost.  Not like the money they would have had to spend coming up with an all new bike.

Makes no sense to me when both their long distance bikes are so long in the tooth. 
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: sherob on November 21, 2012, 09:39:09 PM
I think their intention was to replace the ST1300 with the VRF. But the VRF didn't hit the mark. Seems like they need a VRF Tour with all the ST type bells and whistles. Problem is if you look at the VRF without luggage, electric windshield, etc. it is already $18,000. Can only imagine what they would want for a full ST version.

The VFR1200F was supposed to be followed by a V4 DS model, then a new V4 sport touring model.  They have released the Crosstourer DS on the V4.  They should be releasing the new ST replacement next.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 22, 2012, 10:23:00 AM
Makes no sense to me when both their long distance bikes are so long in the tooth.


Goldwing sales are still pretty darn good, so don't make too many changes to something that isnt broke. Now the ST on the otherhand, has gone from long in the tooth to full out fangs.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: TJ on November 24, 2012, 11:26:47 PM
Owned a couple of Wings and plan on buying another when (if) we move out of Alaska. They are my all time favorite ride. But this new model looks like s h i t
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: wahrsuul on November 26, 2012, 07:59:17 AM
Funny you should mention luring the HD rowd.  On of my brothers is an HD fan.  he just totalled his bike last month.  We were all at mom's this weekend and decided to make a run to the local bike shop (Honda/Yamaha dealer) just to have a look around.  There were a few traded in HDs, but he had nothing particularly good to say about any of the bikes till the salesmane brough up pics of the F6B.  I don't think he'd buy one, but only because it's new and the price is a bit high, otherwise, I think he'd go with one.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: JetJock on November 26, 2012, 01:19:40 PM
My two pesos' worth: I've been a Honda guy for decades including two Wings (1200 and 1600), VFR750, VFR700, multiple CRs and CRF mx bikes, Pacific Coast for the (ex-) wife and up till 2 years ago, an ST1100.

The Rune is the ugliest bike ever made. Personally I'm happy that the people who got suckered into believing they were instant collectables are stuck with the fugly things.

The 1600 Wings handle surprisingly well and the Valks even better.

The newest VFR is so ugly and over priced that I wouldn't even keep it if handed to me new; I'd sell it and buy something that has some sex appeal.

Honda has now completely lost me. My CRF450 is up for sale, being replaced by a KTM 250SX 2-stroke. The newest Honda CRF450 has twin silencers for no reason other than to be different (plus it adds weight to a race bike). This new Wide Glide clone is just parts bin "engineering." I think it actually looks halfway decent, but that it's just a clone of a Wide Glide is what turns me off. Honda used to set the standard, not play follow the leader.

The Concours replaced the ST1100 and I'd never go back to that thing with the triangular mufflers and boring motor. There is zero in the Honda showrooms that appeals to me anymore! I sometimes wonder if Honda even cares about it's m/c business anymore.

End of rant. I doubt that Honda cares that they've lost another bike customer (and I have zero plans to get one of their cars, SUVs or private jets).
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on November 26, 2012, 01:33:47 PM
If Honda came out with a new Valkyrie similar to the original Valkyrie but based on the 1800 FI motor, maybe give it an upgrade for more HP (like the original Valk 1500 motor), I would be very interested. But I understand why they don't do it. Not enough volume to make it worth their while.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on November 26, 2012, 02:14:58 PM
Honda cares much less about their motorcycles in my opinion these days, cars/marine/generators/lawn&Garden and jets are their main concerns now.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: JetJock on November 26, 2012, 02:22:54 PM
Honda cares much less about their motorcycles in my opinion these days, cars/marine/generators/lawn&Garden and jets are their main concerns now.

Yep. Sad. Honda no longer leads in any bike category IMHO (and it ain't so humble after 40 years a chunk of which were in the bike biz).
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: twowheeladdict on November 27, 2012, 06:09:35 AM
If Honda came out with a new Valkyrie similar to the original Valkyrie but based on the 1800 FI motor, maybe give it an upgrade for more HP (like the original Valk 1500 motor), I would be very interested. But I understand why they don't do it. Not enough volume to make it worth their while.

I'd rather see a Valkyrie with the V4 engine, but then again I don't like to sit on a bike like I am about to push out a baby.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Joncon11 on December 26, 2012, 05:01:09 PM
OK...here we go. This thing is WAY too Goldwing to be mistaken for  Hardly Gayvison. That said, I have always wanted a Goldwing but always felt that I was not ready (old enough), this does it for me. I don’t ride two-up so all the extra cockpit in the back is completely useless to me, my wife rides her own bike (if you can call a FZ6r a bike ::)). The VFR is the abomination here, coming from my 07 Anniversary Addition (may it rest in peices) I was completely appauled at what they did to such an icon of a bike, IMO they never should have changed it that much. I would never get rid of my C14, but my wife has laid claim to it and she is 100% supportive of me getting the new Wing, and quite frankly, I think I’m in for one. I think this new version will draw a lot of people like me, on the fence about the Wing, but apprehensive due to the “hanging it up” feel of a full blown Wing. As for the “Wanna-be Harley” comments, no self respecting Harley wanna-be would ever be caught dead on a Honda, they would go out and buy  a base model Sportster and an over priced Do-Rag. *end rant* Thanks for reading.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on December 26, 2012, 07:40:25 PM
I go weekly down to the local Honda dealer to set on one.
I think they are non existant.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Tele130 on December 27, 2012, 09:58:53 PM
I think it looks awesome!  The only wing I would ride.  A slightly bigger windshield and I'm good to go.  The black is beautiful!


You mean like this one Mike?

(http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj287/Rexrated/2013-goldwingf6b_zps011cf7fa.jpg)

 ;D

I like it a bunch!!!!  And yes, I'm getting old  8).  Cool double nickles in Feb :chugbeer:.  I could do this real easy.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Tele130 on December 27, 2012, 10:20:55 PM
Owning a Goldwing isn't "Throwing in the Towel" by any stretch of the imagination.  If you haven't ridden the 1800 wing before, be prepared to wear a sh*# eating grin after your first ride.  That 1800 flat six is no slouch.  As for drawing in the Hardly riders?  They couldn't handle the performance end of that bike. ;)

I live in Milwaukee and I'm so sick of the Hardly "Lifestyle" BS......................sorry.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on December 28, 2012, 06:04:23 PM
Owning a Goldwing isn't "Throwing in the Towel" by any stretch of the imagination.  If you haven't ridden the 1800 wing before, be prepared to wear a sh*# eating grin after your first ride.  That 1800 flat six is no slouch.  As for drawing in the Hardly riders?  They couldn't handle the performance end of that bike. ;)

I live in Milwaukee and I'm so sick of the Hardly "Lifestyle" BS......................sorry.


Very well said!  :thumbs:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Scaffolder on December 29, 2012, 08:00:08 AM
That black one does look sweet. Very sharp!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: snarf on January 11, 2013, 08:09:10 AM
It kinda looks like my old Wing after I tore off the windshield and half the trunk.  I am sure that buying it that way is whole lot less painful :-[
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on January 11, 2013, 05:22:04 PM
I live in Milwaukee and I'm so sick of the Hardly "Lifestyle" BS......................sorry.

I never cared for the Harley "Lifestyle" BS, but I liked my 06 RoadKing every bit as much as my 09 C-14
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: CADMAN97 on February 01, 2013, 09:59:16 AM
I don't dislike the F6B or the wing for that matter, but all Honda did was shorten the windshield, removed the rr trunk, & added a new seat...oh yeah they deleted cruise control too....not exactly innovative ???  I just don't understand Hondas approach to bikes anymore. I used to b a big Honda fan, but their bikes just dont appeal to me anymore.  The one thing i hate that honda does with the wing is they force you to upgrade in order to get abs.  Here in 2013, the wing should have traxtion control & abs as standard equipment, especially at the $25-$30k price point.

I bought a 2010 VFR two summers ago, & was very disappointed with it. I would of much rather had an updated 6th gen (02-09) with 1000cc 90deg V4...minus the v-tech. Sold the 2010 VFR 4 months later with only 800 miles on it. Ca mon honda....get with it!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Tele130 on February 01, 2013, 01:33:07 PM
True. Honda has been putting out some very "Vanillia" bikes as of late. Even their new "Bad Boy" on the block (CB1000r) gets smoked by almost every other bike in the class. I didn't realize that Honda removed the Cruise Control system from the new FB6.  That sure was a dumb idea. Even Kawasaki's Vaquaro comes with Cruise as a standard feature. Besides the price factor, the elimination of the Cruise Control would have me looking that much harder at a Vaquaro........if I had the $$$$.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: TallyRex on February 16, 2013, 03:33:18 AM
I think Honda is aiming at new riders and females with more fuel efficient, lighter bikes, and I like the new 500s and am just waiting for some reviews before I add one to the stable (or maybe a Ninja 300).  Let's face it, pushing around the C-14 in the garage is a PITA

This new Wing is a reaction to the Ducati Diavel which is a huge success and is luring H-D riders, but their main focus is on expanding markets (China, India, etc) where they don't need or even allow 150HP bikes.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: GeeBeav on February 16, 2013, 03:47:39 AM
This new Wing is a reaction to the Ducati Diavel . . .

Don't see the connection. The Diavel is a "power cruiser", the Honda is way more touring oriented.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: TallyRex on February 17, 2013, 03:31:39 AM
The new Diavel Strada has bags

Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Tele130 on February 17, 2013, 09:31:59 AM
Don't see the connection. The Diavel is a "power cruiser", the Honda is way more touring oriented.

I agree.  I think Honda is trying to get the buyer who thinks a Goldwing is way too much bike (the cut down shield on the front and the elimination of the trunk at the rear give it a smaller appearance.  Even though it really isn't).  and the buyer who is looking at a H-D deciding where they're going to drop their 20(+)K.

I personally don't get the Diavel.  I guess I just don't like the curb appeal.  If I were to get a "Duc", this would be my choice. ::)
(http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj287/Rexrated/2012-Ducati-Multistrada1200S-1024x766_zpsf3806e74.jpg)


This would be my H-D look alike pick.
(http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj287/Rexrated/103689707_2thumb_550x410-1.jpg)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: martin_14 on February 17, 2013, 09:41:30 AM
(http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj287/Rexrated/2013-goldwingf6b_zps011cf7fa.jpg)

to me it looks like a GoldWing that just drove under a train...
I just saw it in a MC fair and I thought: "well, some companies make pens with their logo..."  :banghead:
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: mikeboileau on February 24, 2013, 07:37:56 AM
I sat on one while I was in Florida this week, and it was awesome!  They look great!
Pics don't do it justice.  Slightly higher windscreen, and I'm good to go.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Tele130 on February 24, 2013, 09:17:48 AM
I sat on one while I was in Florida this week, and it was awesome!  They look great!
Pics don't do it justice.  Slightly higher windscreen, and I'm good to go.


Welcome back Mike.  Why didn't you bring some warm weather up with ya?? ??? ;D

So did they really remove the Cruise Conrtol system?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on February 24, 2013, 09:30:48 AM
This gets me horny..........




(http://allroadendurotouring.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/AllroadAdventureTouringEnduroYAMAHAXT1200ZSuperTenere2013WorldCrosser.jpg)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on February 24, 2013, 09:35:02 AM
I sat on one while I was in Florida this week, and it was awesome!  They look great!
Pics don't do it justice.  Slightly higher windscreen, and I'm good to go.

Was at my dealer last Saturday. They had one in a crate but none to see or sit on. Blizzard now but will go next weekend and check it out.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on February 24, 2013, 09:48:54 AM
Was at my dealer last Saturday. They had one in a crate but none to see or sit on. Blizzard now but will go next weekend and check it out.
Ask if they left the reverse on it.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on February 24, 2013, 10:20:42 AM
Ask if they left the reverse on it.

Good question!
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: CRocker on February 24, 2013, 11:59:12 AM
Was at my dealer last Saturday. They had one in a crate but none to see or sit on. Blizzard now but will go next weekend and check it out.

I saw the one they have when I was there Wednesday...looks better than the pics...and, I liked it in the pics...slim, trim rear end...nice fairing...forgot to check for reverse...
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on February 24, 2013, 12:01:49 PM
I saw the one they have when I was there Wednesday...looks better than the pics...and, I liked it in the pics...slim, trim rear end...nice fairing...forgot to check for reverse...

Brad, which place? Fey Meyers, Rocky Mnt. or Apex? The one I stopped at was Fey Meyers.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on February 24, 2013, 12:04:50 PM
No reverse would be a deal breaker. 850 lbs is a little much to backup by main strength for people.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on February 24, 2013, 12:06:49 PM
This gets me horny..........




(http://allroadendurotouring.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/AllroadAdventureTouringEnduroYAMAHAXT1200ZSuperTenere2013WorldCrosser.jpg)
I like it as well. Knobbies are a bit of overkill though.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: CRocker on February 24, 2013, 12:07:28 PM
Rhino,

Apex...although, I'm guessing all of them have one on the floor by now...was in Rocky Mtn the same day...but, didn't even notice the sales floor...same deal at Fay Myers on Friday...
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: booger on February 24, 2013, 03:37:20 PM
Guys, I rode one for a short ride this past Friday.  This might be my next motorcycle.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: gPink on February 24, 2013, 03:41:33 PM
Reverse?
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Rhino on February 24, 2013, 04:43:24 PM
Rhino,

Apex...although, I'm guessing all of them have one on the floor by now...was in Rocky Mtn the same day...but, didn't even notice the sales floor...same deal at Fay Myers on Friday...

Not surprised. Apex sells a lot of wings. I would expect them to be one of the first dealer in CO to get one. But this blizzard is going to keep me from the dealers this week.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: sherob on February 24, 2013, 07:24:29 PM
Yes on the electric reverse.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: mikeboileau on February 25, 2013, 07:42:06 AM

Welcome back Mike.  Why didn't you bring some warm weather up with ya?? ??? ;D

So did they really remove the Cruise Conrtol system?

It was cool down there and I got crap about bringing the cold down there!

Unsure about the cruise.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Pokey on February 25, 2013, 08:35:19 PM
I like it as well. Knobbies are a bit of overkill though.


Not big on the knobbies either, but the rest of bike oozes sexy.  8)
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: Frontier on March 28, 2013, 06:31:28 AM
After spotting the new F6B online I stopped by my local Honda dealership to see if they had one in stock.
Sure enough they had several.
Low seat and very comfortable seating position- most comfortable bike I've ever sat on.
Despite its weight the F6B feels no heavier than our Connie given its super low center of gravity.
Personally I really like the looks of it as that's what brought me in to check it out.
We've been looking for something more comfortable to ride over long distances and this might be it.
The F6B is a bit pricey though as it's within $1000 of the 2012 Hemi Ram Express I purchased new last year..
If only we could get our beloved C14 to this level of comfort.

We're going to go test ride the F6B this Saturday if the weather holds.
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: rush2112 on April 02, 2013, 11:23:42 AM
After spotting the new F6B online I stopped by my local Honda dealership to see if they had one in stock.
Sure enough they had several.
Low seat and very comfortable seating position- most comfortable bike I've ever sat on.
Despite its weight the F6B feels no heavier than our Connie given its super low center of gravity.
Personally I really like the looks of it as that's what brought me in to check it out.
We've been looking for something more comfortable to ride over long distances and this might be it.
The F6B is a bit pricey though as it's within $1000 of the 2012 Hemi Ram Express I purchased new last year..
If only we could get our beloved C14 to this level of comfort.

We're going to go test ride the F6B this Saturday if the weather holds.

I too sat on one over the weekend. Really like the looks of it and it was extremely comfortable, especially for a big guy like me. They showed me one in the back that they build for a LEO (personal bike I think). Black with the taller windscreen (smoked) and installed the fog lights. Looked bad-a$$!

I think it was a BIG mistake taking the cruise control off the bike. He said that if they were to attempt to install the regular Goldwings cruise controll that it would probably be around $2k to do it. No self-canceling turn signals would have been nice. And the fact you had to buy the upgraded version to get the center stand baffled me. The only other thing you get with the upgraded version was the passanger backrest. This version was $2k more than the base model.

I really thought about getting one of these but may wait to see if they change these things for the next model year. The dealer said there are a lot of customers complaining about the same things I mentioned. So maybe they'll get changed...
Title: Re: New Goldwing StreetGlide
Post by: CADMAN97 on April 02, 2013, 10:04:22 PM
I too sat on one over the weekend. Really like the looks of it and it was extremely comfortable, especially for a big guy like me. They showed me one in the back that they build for a LEO (personal bike I think). Black with the taller windscreen (smoked) and installed the fog lights. Looked bad-a$$!

I think it was a BIG mistake taking the cruise control off the bike. He said that if they were to attempt to install the regular Goldwings cruise controll that it would probably be around $2k to do it. No self-canceling turn signals would have been nice. And the fact you had to buy the upgraded version to get the center stand baffled me. The only other thing you get with the upgraded version was the passanger backrest. This version was $2k more than the base model.

I really thought about getting one of these but may wait to see if they change these things for the next model year. The dealer said there are a lot of customers complaining about the same things I mentioned. So maybe they'll get changed...
Yeah they got rid of reverse too...because 842lbs is just soo easy to back out of a parking spot with a slight decline  ???  Be carful where ya park :banghead: