The Harley-Davidson® Street Glide® vs. The Honda® Gold Wing
Seeking a motorcycle that can really handle anything, providing you with a smooth ride over hundreds of miles? You might have heard of the Gold Wing by Honda, and sure, it’ll get you from point A to Point B, but have you considered the Street Glide by Harley-Davidson? This all-American bike is a classic, designed with your comfort in mind. Barnes Harley-Davidson, serving all of British Columbia, is here to let you know how these two bikes differ and what gives the Street Glide its edge over the competition. Read on to learn more!
What’s The Difference?
The Gold Wing is a touring bike which can do what touring bikes do: provide you with transport over long distances. It has a bulky design with sharper corners than the Street Glide, giving it a very heavy look. By comparison, the Harley-Davidson Street Glide boasts clean and elegant curves that give the bike a more aerodynamic, cleaner-looking frame.
On the Gold Wing, you have audio capabilities via the Apple CarPlay function, but the Street Glide offers both Apple CarPlay functionality and the new, upgraded BOOM!™ audio system, which you can even hook up to the Harley-Davidson app (available for iOS or Android!). Use the app on your phone any time to plan trips and explore route options, in addition to getting vitals on your motorcycle and usage information.
How The Street Glide® Excels
The Street Glide features everything you love about Harley-Davidson motorcycles and then some. You’ll get unbeatable style in this sleek machine, and you have the option to customize it to your heart’s content. Add on the Screamin’ Eagle® Street Cannon Slip-On Mufflers to lower the sound or change out the seat for something that suits your body better. You can even add some parts to make it look more like the iconic cruisers of the mid-20th century! What could be cooler?
Enjoy enhanced, crystal-clear audio courtesy of the BOOM!™ Box 4.3 Infotainment System, which has Bluetooth hookups and a USB port to allow you to plug and play your device as desired. Keep your ride fun and upbeat with a playlist of your favorite songs, and hear them over the roar of your engine!
This bike is neither too heavy, nor is it so lightweight it handles poorly in even the slightest wind. You get a solid machine that can stay grounded while moving nimbly through traffic. The Street Glide is also equipped with the newest Milwaukee-Eight® V-Twin engine. You’ll hear the classic Harley-Davidson engine growls without feeling any jolts in your ride. The response time is lightning-quick, going from 0 to 60 miles per hour faster than ever before. The Street Glide features a 6-gallon fuel capacity compared to the 5.5 gallons on the Gold Wing.
Something else you’ll also love is the price tag on the Street Glide, which is well over $1000 less than the lowest Gold Wing model. Ready to make a Street Glide your next motorcycle? Visit one of our dealerships in British Columbia, to check out our available selection of new and used motorcycles, including the Harley-Davidson Street Glide.