Engineered by Honda for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2015 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 features a 1832 cc (111.8 cu in) liquid-cooled six cylinder boxer, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 116.7 HP (85.2 kW) at 5,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 167 Nm (123.2 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 63.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 rpm) and peak power (5,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Gold Wing GL1800 measures 413 kg (911 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.54 kg per horsepower). 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 25-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.
Specific Output
63.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.28 HP/kg (3.54 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,000–5,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~383 km (238 mi)
Engine
Displacement1832.0 ccm (111.79 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSix cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSix cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power116.7 HP (85.2 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Torque167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m or 123.2 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression9.8:1
Bore x Stroke74.0 x 71.0 mm (2.9 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI electronic fuel injection with automatic choke
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
DrivelineEnclosed shaft
Performance
Fuel Consumption6.53 litres/100 km (15.3 km/l or 36.02 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases151.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin-spar aluminium beam frame
Rake29.2°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front Suspension45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system.
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Pro-Arm with electronically-controlled spring preload adjustment
Rear Travel105 mm (4.1 inches)
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/70-R18
Rear Tyre180/60-R16
Front BrakesDouble disc. Combined 3-piston callipers, ABS, floating rotors and sintered metal pads
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Combined 3-piston calliper, ABS and sintered metal pads
Rear Brake Ø316 mm (12.4 inches)
WheelsHollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminium.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.413.0 kg (910.5 pounds)
Seat Height739 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1455 mm (57.3 inches)
Overall Length2635 mm (103.7 inches)
Overall Width945 mm (37.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity25.00 litres (6.61 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMetallic Black, Metallic White, Silver
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