American Honda Announces its 2012 Gold Wing
Honda Motorcycle Press Release - Feb 25, 2011

American Honda Motor Company announced the first release of a motorcycle for the 2012 model year, the Gold Wing. The 2012 model kicks off the beginning of an exciting new season for Honda.

This motorcycle really illustrates the great diversity we have in styles of machinery for Honda customers," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "

The Gold Wing serves as the newest extension of an incredibly popular model that has built up a large and loyal fan base over the years, according to Savino. He went on to say that the Gold Wing now expands its reputation as the premier touring motorcycle in the world. With this especially popular model, we're starting off the 2012 model year in a big way.

When initially released to the public in 1975, the first Gold Wing literally dazzled the motorcycling press and consumers alike. Never before had the two-wheeled realm witnessed anything like this machine, one that simultaneously wielded world-class power and incredible cross-country capabilities. In short, the 999cc Gold Wing immediately carved out an über-achiever niche all to itself, and to this day no other name offers such a complete and well-balanced blend of motorcycle touring qualities. As decade after decade rolled along, the Honda Gold Wing maintained its supremacy by not remaining static; growth and change have been constant by every criteria, be it displacement, number of cylinders, chassis configuration, power, handling, comfort or innovation.

 

Such top-dog status has been repeatedly confirmed upon the Honda Gold Wing by the most rigorous of all critics: the buying public. And the statistics don't lie; having produced a total of more than 640,000 units over its lifespan, the Gold Wing outstrips all would-be competitors by such a wide margin it literally forms a class of one.

The first opportunities to view this new Honda will be at the International Motorcycle Show in Greenville, South Carolina, beginning today, and Daytona Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Florida, March 5-12. 

More detailed information and images of Honda's model line can be found on powersports.honda.com or see your local Honda powersports dealer.

Gold Wing features the ‘gold standard’ for two-wheeled journeys

Long acknowledged as the pinnacle of two-up motorcycling, the 2012 Gold Wing® continues its remarkable legacy. Its travel-oriented creds include the latest generation of sophisticated electronic amenities, starting with an updated and innovative GPS navigation system with user-friendly programmability for sharing favorite ride routes with friends and other riders, which can be accessed online via computer. The Gold Wing also now incorporates a built-in MP3/iPod® interface for a new SRS CS Auto™ technology surround-sound system for a premium listening experience. In addition to its renowned power-laden yet refined drivetrain and delightfully sporty handling, the 2012 Gold Wing also brings upgraded styling, increased luggage capacity, greater protection from wind and weather, revised suspension settings for enhanced ride compliance, and unparalleled comfort for both rider and passenger. In addition, packages for Navi, ABS and airbag do much to further the Gold Wing's reputation as the most celebrated touring machine in motorcycle history. Price: $23,199 to $28,499. Availability: May 2011. 

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, MUVs and personal watercraft in the U.S. American Honda's Motorcycle Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through authorized Honda dealers.

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