Touring Motorcycles

2016Honda Gold Wing F6C

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The 2016 Honda Gold Wing F6C is a cruiser-styled variant of Honda's flagship tourer, designed for riders seeking classic cruiser aesthetics with premium comfort and reliability. Known for its massive 1832cc liquid-cooled flat-six engine, shaft drive, and smooth five-speed transmission, it delivers effortless highway cruising and relaxed handling. Best suited for experienced riders who prioritize comfort and mid-range performance over aggressive styling.

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 341.0 kg
Seat height: 734 mm
Power: 114.0 HP (83.2 kW) @ 5500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Honda Gold Wing F6C

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Fuel capacity	25.40 litres (6.71 US gallons)	23.20 litres (6.13 US gallons)

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering50%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring70%

Two-up45%

Track20%

Best for: Designed as a boulevard cruiser and stylish long-distance bagger-style machine rather than a sport or off-road bike.
Built for: A torque-rich flat-six cruiser that delivers smooth, effortless power delivery with a distinctive shaft-driven, single-sided swingarm custom aesthetic.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

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

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Units

At 734mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Honda Gold Wing F6C, 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: 114.0 HP (83.2 kW) @ 5500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 161 CO2 g/km
Torque: 167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.90 litres/100 km (14.5 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3343 HP/kg (wet)
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 3-D mapping
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Hydraulic, wet, multiplate with coil springs

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1707 mm
Overall length: 2473 mm
Overall width: 942 mm
Overall height: 1154 mm
Seat height: 734 mm
Wet weight: 341.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.20 litres
Ground clearance: 147 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond; triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar
Front suspension: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system
Rear suspension: Pro Arm® single-side swingarm with Pro-Link® single shock with remote-controlled spring preload adjustment, 4.1 inches travel
Front wheel travel: 122 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.5°
Trail: 114 mm