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2011Honda GL1800 Gold Wing

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The 2011 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing is a premium touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking ultimate comfort and luxury. Its distinctive 1832cc six-cylinder boxer engine delivers smooth, effortless power ideal for highway cruising, while the shaft-drive transmission and liquid cooling ensure reliable, low-maintenance performance. Known for exceptional build quality and innovative touring features, the Gold Wing suits experienced riders prioritizing ride quality and passenger accommodation over sportiness.

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 359.2 kg
Seat height: 739 mm
Power: 124.7 HP (91.7 kW)

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What’s new for the 2011 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2011
Power	118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 5500 RPM	124.7 HP (91.7 kW)
Front suspension	45.0mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system	45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system.
Rear suspension	Pro-Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer controlled spring-preload adjustment with two memory presets	Pro-Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer-controlled spring-preload adjustment with two memory presets
Front brakes	Double disc. LBS 3-piston calipers	Double disc. Anti-lock braking
Rear brakes	Single disc. LBS 3-piston calipers	Single disc

Other years 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2011 2012 2013 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering50%

City riding35%

Daily riding65%

Touring99%

Two-up97%

Track15%

Best for: Built for effortless long-distance touring with a passenger and luggage, prioritizing comfort and smooth power delivery over sportiness.
Built for: A refined, armchair-like grand tourer with a smooth flat-six engine, shaft drive, and premium features like cruise control and electric reverse for effortless highway cruising.
Not ideal for: Not for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable bike for tight canyon roads or any off-road use.

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 739mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing, 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Power: 124.7 HP (91.7 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 152 CO2 g/km
Torque: 167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3472 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 71.0 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1689 mm
Overall length: 2632 mm
Overall width: 946 mm
Overall height: 1455 mm
Seat height: 739 mm
Dry weight: 359.2 kg
Wet weight: 406.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 5.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder
Front suspension: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system.
Rear suspension: Pro-Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer-controlled spring-preload adjustment with two memory presets
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.2°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Anti-lock braking
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 316 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Metallic Red, Metallic Black, Pearl Yellow, Metallic Titanium

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

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2001	2005	2011	2016	2020	2024
Capacity	1832 cc	1832 cc	1832 cc	1832 cc	1833 cc	1833 cc
Dry weight	363 kg	359 kg	359 kg	359 kg	359 kg	359 kg
Seat height	740 mm	739 mm	739 mm	739 mm	745 mm	745 mm
Fuel capacity	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	21.1 L	21.1 L