Honda Gold Wing Revealed: When it comes to grand touring motorcycles, one name still rules the open highway the Honda Gold Wing. And for 2025, Honda’s flagship tourer doesn’t just make a comeback; it redefines what comfort and performance feel like on two wheels. Unveiled globally in February to mark 50 years since the original GL1000 changed touring forever, the 2025 Gold Wing arrives dressed in heritage pride and modern flair.
Anniversary Edition That Feels Special
To celebrate half a century of touring dominance, Honda launched a 50th Anniversary Edition finished in deep Bordeaux Red Metallic, complete with special badging reading “Since 1975.” It’s not just a paint job — it’s a salute to five decades of riders who’ve crossed continents on a Wing.
The India-spec Gold Wing Tour DCT landed in May 2025, priced at ₹39.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurugram). That puts it right in the ring with heavyweights like the BMW K 1600 GTL and Harley-Davidson Road Glide, but the Wing’s secret sauce lies in its smoothness and class-leading comfort.
Design That Blends Retro Luxury and Modern Muscle
At first glance, the 2025 Gold Wing commands attention long, low, and wide at over 2.6 meters, but beautifully sculpted. The aluminum twin-spar frame keeps weight in check, even though the full setup tips the scale around 390 kg. Every inch feels premium from the sculpted fairing that cuts through wind to the perfectly contoured LED headlamps.
Honda’s refined the panniers too 61 liters of combined storage with expandable saddlebags that hold enough for cross-country trips. A new matte finish palette (Bordeaux Red, Black, and Gold) adds understated class. It’s big, yes but it’s surprisingly balanced once you roll out onto the highway.
Cockpit Comfort That Spoils You
Climb aboard and the heated and ventilated seat greets you like a recliner. The handlebars are upright, the footboards are wide, and the seating triangle is all about long-haul comfort. The 7-inch full-color TFT display feels more luxury car than motorcycle, packing navigation, riding modes, Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay all controlled via a simple switch cluster.
The 21.1L tank fits neatly between your knees, and the pillion backrest (optional) turns two-up touring into a smooth experience. Add in cruise control, a sharp audio system, and USB-C fast charging, and you’ll realize this isn’t a bike it’s a rolling living room with handlebars.
Flat-Six Engine: The Soul of the Gold Wing
Under the fairing sits the same legendary 1,833cc liquid-cooled flat-six, tuned to perfection. The 2025 model makes 125 hp at 5,500 rpm and 170 Nm of torque at 4,500 rpm, paired with a 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) or a 6-speed manual.
Twist the throttle, and the response is buttery smooth instant torque, no jerks, just a continuous wave of power that feels effortless even at 150 kmph. Honda claims 0–100 km/h in just 5 seconds, with a top speed north of 230 km/h. Mileage? Expect 12–14 km/l, which isn’t bad for a near-400 kg luxury cruiser.
Suspension duties are handled by Showa’s Double Wishbone front forks and a Pro-Arm single-sided rear swingarm soaking up potholes like they don’t exist. It’s stable, confident, and silent even at high speed a touring masterpiece.
Safety and Rider Confidence
Honda didn’t skimp on tech here either. You get cornering ABS, traction control, hill start assist, and wheelie control all tied to the Wing’s brain that keeps the ride composed.
Braking comes from dual 320 mm Brembo discs at the front and a 316 mm rear disc, offering precise feedback. The Adaptive Ride Height feature lowers the bike by up to 25 mm at standstill, making it easier to manage that massive frame in tight parking. Add LED cornering lights, tire pressure monitoring (TPMS), and top-notch frame rigidity and it’s clear this Wing means business.
Price, Deals, and Availability
At ₹39.90 lakh (ex-showroom Gurugram), the 2025 Gold Wing isn’t for the faint-hearted wallet, but what you get in return is unmatched. On-road prices hover around ₹44–46 lakh, depending on your city. Honda BigWing dealers are offering festive offers ₹4,000–₹5,000 off on ICICI cards, no-cost EMIs, and exchange bonuses up to ₹20,000. Expect 5–10 days of delivery for standard colors.
Real Riders Speak
Owners who’ve tested the new Wing can’t stop talking about its refinement. One Mumbai rider called it the “ultimate touring god for the money.” Most praise the DCT’s smoothness, seat comfort, and ride quality. Some, however, note that managing 390 kg in city traffic isn’t for beginners.
Compared to the BMW K 1600 GTL, the Gold Wing trades some sharpness for comfort, while the Harley Road Glide can’t match its finesse. If your idea of freedom is chasing the horizon in silence, the Gold Wing 2025 is the throne on wheels you’ve been waiting for.