What category is the 2024 Honda Gold Wing?

General information
Category	Touring
Model	Honda Gold Wing
Year	2024
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards.
Greenhouse gases	126.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	5.47 litres/100 km (18.3 km/l or 43.00 mpg)
Clutch	Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath. Optional DCT.
Transmission type	Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. Programmed Fuel Injection, 50mm
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	73.0 x 73.0 mm (2.9 x 2.9 inches)
Compression	10.5:1
Torque	170.0 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM
Power	124.7 HP (91.0 kW) @ 5500 RPM
Engine type	Six cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Capacity:	1833.0 ccm (111.85 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Seat	Urethane. Waterproof cover.
Rear brakes	Single disc. CBS three-piston calipers.
Diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs. CBS three-piston calipers
Rear tire	200/55-16
Front tire	130/70-18
Rear wheel travel	104 mm (4.1 inches)
Rear Suspension	Pro ArmÂ® single-side swingarm with Pro-LinkÂ® single shock
Front wheel travel	109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone
Trail	109 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	30.5°
Frame type	Die-cast, aluminium twin-beam frame

Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	5.60 litres (5.92 US quarts)
Fuel capacity	21.01 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1694 mm (66.7 inches)
Ground clearance	130 mm (5.1 inches)
Overall width	925 mm (36.4 inches)
Overall length	2475 mm (97.4 inches)
Overall height	1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Seat height	745 mm (29.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	357.0 kg (787.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Apple CarPlayâ„¢ and Android Autoâ„¢ allow smartphone use. Smart Key. Two USB Type-C sockets.
Light	LED lighting and auto-cancelling indicators
Instruments	7-inch TFT display with riding, navigation and audio information
Starter	Electric
Color options	Mat Jeans Blue Metallic

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track20%

City45%

Cornering60%

Daily Riding65%

Touring98%

Passenger95%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable managing a large, heavy touring machine at low speeds and in traffic.
Purpose	Built primarily for long-distance touring, prioritizing comfort, stability, and passenger accommodation over outright sportiness.
Rider Fit	Riders benefit from reasonable height and strength to manage the bike's substantial weight at a stop and during slow-speed maneuvers, though the low center of gravity helps considerably.
Character	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.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2024 Honda Gold Wing Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 745mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Honda Gold Wing, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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