Mumbai, Jun 16 (FN Agency) Redefining the gold standard of luxury touring, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd on Wednesday launched the 2021 Gold Wing Tour in India. The new model will make its way to the Indian market through CBU* route from Japan (Completely Built-Up). The 2021 Gold Wing Tour will be available in two variant options – Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) with airbag & Manual Transmission. The manual transmission variant, which will be available in Pearl Glare White paint, is priced at Rs 37,20,342. The DCT model will be sold in Gunmetal Black Metallic with Matte Morion Black and it has been listed at Rs 39,16,055. The bookings for the motorcycle are open at the company’s premium motorcycle outlets, Honda BigWing Topline across the country. The 2021 model packs several mechanical upgrades to comply with the newest emission norms.
The BS6-compliant 1,833cc, flat-six, liquid-cooled engine on the 2021 Honda Gold Wing Tour is tuned to deliver 124.7bhp of power at 5,500rpm and 170Nm of peak torque at 4,500rpm. The motorcycle is available with a choice of two gearbox options – six-speed manual or a seven-speed DCT. The feature list on the 2021 model includes an upgraded audio and speaker system, a seven-inch TFT-screen, gyrocompass navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Smart Key operation, four riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain), and Hill Start Assist. The electronic rider aids include ABS, Honda Selectable Torque Control, Dual Combined Brake System, and Idling Stop (only in DCT variant). The 2021 model also benefits from features such as full-LED lighting, a fairing design with an electronically-adjustable screen, rear-view mirror integrated turn indicators, a 21.1-litre fuel tank, and luggage pannier.
The hardware on the motorcycle comprises double wishbone at the front and a pro link system at the back to perform the suspension tasks. The anchoring power comes from twin 320mm disc with six-piston callipers at the front and a single 316mm rotor with a three-piston calliper at the rear. Elaborating on the launch and expansion of premium motorcycle business, Mr. Atsushi Ogata, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. said, ‘Since its introduction in 1975, Honda Gold Wing has always represented the ultimate in two-wheeled touring experience. It is a motorcycle that’s been very much on its own journey over the decades, all the while creating an enduring and unrivalled reputation for luxury, quality and comfort. We are proud to add the highly awaited model – 2021 Gold Wing Tour in our premium motorcycle product portfolio in India.’ Speaking on this occasion, Mr Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Director – Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said, ‘The benchmark of luxury on two-wheels for urban commute or open highways, the 2021 Gold Wing Tour offers unmatched comfort. This flagship model from Honda packs best balance of sharp design, latest equipment and advanced features that will truly redefine the ‘Art of Luxury Touring’ in India.’