2018 Gold Wing

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Passed a number of used Goldwings when I was at my Honda dealer picking up oil and a filter for my EX. The end of riding season prices were very attractive considering a new 2018 wing with a trunk (no DCT or airbag) would cost CDN$36,000.00 cash out the door.

I had no interest in a heavier motorcycle until a mature Goldwing rider (or is that driver?) flew by me on a cold and windy day on Highway 15. But the big fairing, comfy seat, saddlebags and trunk would be nice.

However there is very little chance of a trade, as this old tightwad has trouble spending $500 for a rear rack and engine guards.

agree , i have lost by desire for a new wing and the old ones are to huge. " couch on wheels "
but would not mind spending a grand on parts if i drop my bike rather than put up with unsightly engine guards. BTW my 1976 Honda CB750 came with them and there in the heap pile somewhere around here.....

My EX took a nap when my right foot slipped on a sandy shoulder of a cottage country road. Scuffed a little of the clear coat on the right crankcase cover. I don't whether it is worthwhile removing the cover and trying to clear coat it myself, or just buy the $70 cover.

I am 6'2" tall and my legs feel a little cramped on the EX. If I buy engine guards they probably would have highway foot pegs mounted on them. Now that would be ugly; but no uglier than the huge windscreen I may install to keep the bugs and cold wind off.