Positioned in Honda's touring motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing utilizes a 1832 cc (111.8 cu in) liquid-cooled six cylinder boxer, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 74.0 x 71.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches) with a 9.8:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the GL1800 Gold Wing measures 406 kg (895 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 739 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,689 mm (66.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 24.98-liter (6.6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.53 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 383 km (238 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2012 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Use this page to compare this motorcycle by its real specifications, not only by model name. Focus on the details that affect fit, comfort, handling, range and ownership.
Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
