Touring Motorcycles

2008Honda Gold Wing Premium Audio

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The 2008 Honda Gold Wing Premium Audio is a premium touring motorcycle designed for long-distance cruising and two-up comfort. Its massive 1832cc six-cylinder engine delivers smooth, refined power, while the integrated premium audio system sets it apart as the ultimate boulevard cruiser for riders seeking luxury and entertainment on extended journeys.

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 372.9 kg
Seat height: 739 mm
Power: 124.7 HP (91.7 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Honda Gold Wing Premium Audio

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Front suspension	45.0mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system	45.0mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 5.5-inch travel

Other years 2006 2007 2008

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering45%

City riding40%

Daily riding70%

Touring98%

Two-up97%

Track15%

Best for: Built for long-distance, highway-focused touring with maximum comfort and technology rather than sporty riding.
Built for: A refined, luxury-oriented tourer that rewards smooth, relaxed riding and long highway stints over aggressive cornering.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking a lightweight, agile bike for tight city streets, off-road trails, or track-day performance.

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

Will it fit you?

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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 2008 Honda Gold Wing Premium Audio, 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: 1832.0 ccm
Power: 124.7 HP (91.7 kW)
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3344 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 71.0 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Valves per cylinder: 2
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1689 mm
Seat height: 739 mm
Dry weight: 372.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 45.0mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system, 5.5-inch travel
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