the goldwing is a great bike i had a 2008 and loved it. in this picture is the new wing they came out with, it is really sharp looking bike but it is really dressed down from the regular wing. no gps, no anti lock brakes and a few other options that i can't remember right now. they said in 2014 they were going to make changes in the options that you could get but they are great bikes
they are nice, but for me it is all the handling, stability and for that matter the overall look. Didn't like trikes when I was a toddler and not much has changed...Honda does make them look nice though..!!
Gene and Ilana De Laney Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
Inline 4 cylinder Ford Zetec with multi-port fuel inject, 140 HP 0-60mph: 5.8 seconds 5 speed sync manual with reverse, mechanical dry clutch. Front suspension: Trapezoidal fork with center spring Rear suspension: Independent with Bilstein gas shock absorbers Brake System: Grimeca calipers, linked ventilated discs, with booster 10.57 gallons
Someone brought one to Spyders In the Redwoods. We all stood around asking him how he could steer on the interstate. The two wheels in front don't turn, you have to steer it from the wheel in the back--like a forklift. The guy never explained adequately how he managed to drive it on the interstate.
Not only that, but the handlebars are BEHIND you!!!
Dan
2012 Viper Red Rt
upgrades:
Baja Ron's Anti-Sway
Diamond-R Arm Rests
Gloriders
High mount brake light
chrome front fender garnish
Bad Boy Horn
Chrome Deflector Rack
Chrome Scuff Nose Accent
Handlebar Grip Fringe
Gremlin Bells
The deluxe is what I had. It did have a center stand and heated grips. The only thing I was missing was the cruise control and if they come out with that in 2014 I'll most likely buy another one. Don't need reverse seeing I'll be keeping it as a two wheeler.
The deluxe is what I had. It did have a center stand and heated grips. The only thing I was missing was the cruise control and if they come out with that in 2014 I'll most likely buy another one. Don't need reverse seeing I'll be keeping it as a two wheeler.
glad you and the misses are ok, one of my biggest fears
I have been watching the F6B site since it started. There have been no complaints or issues with the F6B and owners are about 98% happy with the ride.
The concept is an unadorned Goldwing. They have captured that, big time. Price point is great also at under $20,000 for the base model. I like the wings, but the top trunk just makes it to top heavy for me, a passenger would be out of the question.
The F6B does fit that niche very well. Simple and plain can be good also. Take the concept of the RS for example.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Yes; but then they had to bring along a deluxe version...
More bells, more whistles, and a higher price...
I still think that the 'Wing just makes a bit more sense once you climb into this price range...
But that's just me...
I do dig the concept; just not enough to write a check for it!
And no Honda factory warranty for the trike part (that means that not all dealers will warranty anything regarding the trike portion unless they sell the trike kits, and then only if they want to, correct me if i am wrong but this is what was explained to me by Sunrise Honda in Searcy Ar).
Cruzr Joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
And no Honda factory warranty for the trike part (that means that not all dealers will warranty anything regarding the trike portion unless they sell the trike kits, and then only if they want to, correct me if i am wrong but this is what was explained to me by Sunrise Honda in Searcy Ar).
Cruzr Joe
The "no warranty" as well as dealer refusing to work on any "triked" version was what turned me off--otherwise, I probably would have had one in my garage.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
The F6B is a Street Glide competitor. Many people don't like the top trunk (Tour-Pac) look and prefer the cleaner look of a Glide-type bagger. Also, the Toyota Gold Wing is now in its 95th year with the same basic silhouette. The F6B looks completey different to me. But I think the Kawie Vaquero (at 16,000 common price) is also a worthy contender.
Toyota?
I think it is a pretty neat looking trike and I like it much better than the Gold Wing or HD Tri Glide but I think I would still feel like the Good Humor Man selling ice cream on one. Plus, you loose the storage on the F6B trike...
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
I find it... unsettling... to have people denigrate the Gold Wing around me...
Intoduced in 1975; they've gone through all of the developmental issues and problems that any manufacturer could bump into...
Wheels that broke
Timing belts that broke... ...and ate the top end of the engine!
frames that broke
Stators that broke
Stereos that broke
they've even caught fire a few times just to keep things interesting...
But Honda has perservered, and it is probably the best two-wheeled horizon-chaser on the Planet.
Just sayin...
Honda Goldwing F6B Trike
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