2016Honda GL1800 Gold Wing

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The 2016 Honda Gold Wing is a full-featured touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and stability. Powered by a 117 HP liquid-cooled six-cylinder boxer engine with shaft drive and five-speed transmission, it delivers smooth, reliable performance ideal for extended highway journeys. Known for its spacious seating, advanced amenities, and exceptional build quality, the Gold Wing remains the benchmark for luxury touring motorcycles.

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 359.2 kg
Seat height: 739 mm
Power: 116.7 HP (85.2 kW) @ 5500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing

vs the 2014

Spec	2014	2016
Power	124.7 HP (91.7 kW)	116.7 HP (85.2 kW) @ 5500 RPM
Torque	167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m or 123.2 ft.lbs)	167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m or 123.2 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Wet weight	406.0 kg (895.1 pounds)	415.5 kg (916.0 pounds)
Front suspension	45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system.	45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 4.8 inches travel
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; 4.1 inches travel
Front brakes	Double disc. Anti-lock braking	Double disc. Floating discs. Three-piston calipers
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Three-piston calipers.

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 & trail10%

Cornering60%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring98%

Two-up95%

Track20%

Best for: Built primarily for long-distance touring, prioritizing comfort, stability, and passenger accommodation over outright sportiness.
Built for: A refined, luxurious grand tourer that rewards smooth, relaxed riding with exceptional comfort and effortless highway cruising.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight, nimble machine for aggressive canyon carving or any form of off-road riding.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 739mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 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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Range and running costs

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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: 116.7 HP (85.2 kW) @ 5500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 156 CO2 g/km
Torque: 167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.70 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3249 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: 2630 mm
Overall width: 946 mm
Overall height: 1455 mm
Seat height: 739 mm
Dry weight: 359.2 kg
Wet weight: 415.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 5.60 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags, top box, glovebox

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 4.8 inches travel
Rear suspension: Pro Arm® single-side swingarm with Pro-Link® single shock with computer-controlled spring preload adjustment with two memory presets; 4.1 inches travel
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 104 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.2°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. Three-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Three-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 316 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Other

Color options: Grey Metallic/Black, Matte Altair Silver, Candy Red
Comments: Model ID: GL1800. Model also called called Gold Wing Audio Comfort. Surround Sound. Cruise Control. Electric reverse.

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