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Touring Motorcycles

2018Honda Gold Wing Tour

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The 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour is a full-featured luxury tourer designed for long-distance cruising and comfortable two-up riding. Known for its substantial carrying capacity, advanced braking technology, and multiple ride modes, it excels at highway touring with its spacious seating and extensive storage solutions. Its smooth ride quality and practical features make it ideal for riders seeking ultimate comfort on extended journeys.

Capacity: 1833.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 360.0 kg
Seat height: 744 mm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.1 kW) @ 5500 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering60%

City riding40%

Daily riding65%

Touring98%

Two-up95%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily for long-distance, high-comfort touring rather than sport riding or commuting.
Built for: A refined, technology-laden grand tourer that prioritizes smoothness, stability, and effortless high-speed cruising over outright agility.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking off-road capability, lightweight flickability, or a budget-friendly first motorcycle.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 744mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1833.0 ccm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.1 kW) @ 5500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 166 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: JHNXC01.8CFC-017
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 7.07 L/100km (33.3 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.5 CO g/km
Torque: 167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3278 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 73.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1694 mm
Overall length: 2615 mm
Overall width: 925 mm
Overall height: 1430 mm
Seat height: 744 mm
Wet weight: 360.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 21.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Oil capacity: 4.40 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags, top box, glovebox
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin-spar aluminum frame
Front suspension: Double Wishbone Type; 4.3 inches travel
Rear suspension: Pro ArmÂ® single-side swingarm with Pro-LinkÂ® single shock; 4.1 inches travel
Front wheel travel: 109 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 30.5°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. CBS three-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. CBS three-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 316 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-18
Rear tyre: 200/55-16

Other

Color options: Candy Ardent Red, Pearl White, Pearl Hawkseye Blue
Comments: Windscreen. Model ID: GL1800. Four ride modes: Tour, Sport, Rain, and Econ.
Fuel Tank Material: P

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification	2018	2019	2020	2025	2026
Capacity	1833 cc	1833 cc	1833 cc	1833 cc	1833 cc
Seat height	744 mm	744 mm	744 mm	745 mm	745 mm
Fuel capacity	21 L	21 L	21 L	20.8 L	21 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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The 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour is a top-of-the-line motorcycle that offers a smooth and powerful ride. With its advanced features, including a comfortable seat, spacious storage compartments, and a user-friendly infotainment system, this bike is perfect for long-distance touring. The sleek and modern design of the Gold Wing Tour gives it a stylish look that is sure to turn heads on the road. Whether you're taking a weekend trip or embarking on a cross-country journey, this motorcycle provides the comfort and performance you need.

In addition to its impressive features, the 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour also boasts excellent fuel efficiency, making it an economical choice for riders who want to save money on gas. The bike's responsive handling and impressive power make it a joy to ride, while its advanced technology, such as the Honda Selectable Torque Control and Dual Combined Anti-lock Braking System, provide added safety and confidence on the road. Overall, the 2018 Honda Gold Wing Tour is a superb motorcycle that offers a winning combination of style, comfort, and performance. Whether you're an experienced rider or a newcomer to the world of touring motorcycles, the Gold Wing Tour is certain to impress.