New Honda Gold Wing F6C Revealed at Tokyo Motor Show
Published On Nov 22, 2013 12:00 AM By Naveen Sonifor Honda Gold Wing
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The Japanese auto maker Honda has revealed a new naked version of Gold Wing, F6C at the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show 2013. Being the third model in the Honda Gold Wing range, F6C sports the incredible 1,832cc, horizontally opposed, SOHC, 12-valve, six-cylinder engine, fed by PGM-FI controlled fuel-injection with twin 40mm Keihin throttle bodies. It employs an F6C-specific 6.6-litre airbox and panel-type air filter. Bore and stroke is set at 74mm x 71mm, with compression ratio of 9.8:1. It produces 167Nm torque at just 4,000rpm, with peak power output of 85kW @ 5,500rpm. However, weight of the bike has been decreased by around 70kgs by using a new light weight aluminium subframe and reduced fairing.
However, weight of the bike has been decreased by around 70kgs than the older version by using a new light weight aluminium subframe and reduced fairing. Overall dimensions of the bike are are 2,473mm (L) x 942mm (W) x 1,154mm (H) with wheelbase of 1,707mm and kerb weight of 341kg. The 45mm telescopic forks are matched to a Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) monoshock that can be adjusted manually for spring preload; it works through Pro-Link on the single-sided aluminium swingarm.
To deliver the required grip levels with neutral handling characteristics an F6C specific 19-inch cast aluminium front wheel wears a low profile 130/60-R19 tyre, the 17-inch rear a wide 180/55-R17. The brake system features twin 310mm floating front discs and opposed four-piston calipers, plus a rear 316mm ventilated disc/three piston caliper with 2-channel ABS for safe stopping in slippery conditions.
The F6C has a clean and un-cluttered custom look and boasts full LED lighting – headlight, taillight, running lights and indicators – providing great visibility plus unique light signatures. All instrumentation is housed in a stylish dash with ‘negative’ LCD display.
The bike will be available in two colour options- Bordeaux Red Metallic and Graphite Black. Along with these great features, a range of Genuine Honda Accessories will be available for the bike including LED fog lamps , High windscreen , Chrome side stand , Chrome side cover , Rear carrier , Leather saddlebags and Wind deflectors.
Honda Gold Wing F6C Specifications:
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Engine |
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Type |
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 12-valve SOHC flat-6 |
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Bore X Stroke |
74mm X 71mm |
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Compression Ratio |
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Max. Power Output |
85kW/5,500rpm |
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Max. Torque |
167Nm/4,000rpm |
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Oil Capacity |
4.7 litres |
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Fuel System |
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Carburation |
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection with automatic choke |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
23.2 litres |
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Fuel Consumption |
TBC |
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Electrical System |
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Starter |
Electric |
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Battery Capacity |
12V/20AH |
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Drivetrain |
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Clutch Type |
Hydraulic, wet, multiplate with coil springs |
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Transmission Type |
5-speed |
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Final Drive |
Enclosed shaft/ 2.750 (33/12) |
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Chassis |
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Frame Type |
Diamond; triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar |
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Dimensions (L x W x H)
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2,473mm x 942mm x 1,154mm |
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Wheelbase |
1,707mm |
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Caster Angle |
29° 50' |
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Trail |
114mm |
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Seat Height |
734mm |
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Ground Clearance |
147mm |
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Kerb Weight |
341kg |
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Turning radius |
3.7m |
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Suspension |
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Type Front |
45mm telescopic fork |
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Type Rear
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Pro-Link Pro-Arm with spring preload adjustment |
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Wheels |
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Type Front |
Hollow-section 10-spoke cast aluminium |
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Type Rear |
10-spoke cast aluminium |
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Rim Size Front |
19M/C x MT3.5 |
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Rim Size Rear |
17M/C x MT5.5 |
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Tyres Front |
130/60R19M/C (63H) |
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Tyres Rear |
180/55R17M/C (73H) |
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Brakes |
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ABS System Type |
Two channel ABS |
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Type Front |
310 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with 4-piston calipers, ABS,floating rotors and sintered metal pads |
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Type Rear |
316 x 11mm ventilated disc with 3-piston caliper, ABS and sintered metal pads |