Gents, I am considering the above and before you all jump in and tell me ANYTHING is a good alternative to a GL1800 Wing (laughing at the thought) - I have been a Wing rider for about 13 years and absolutely loved the bike (for my sins)

But now I am looking at alternatives in the same bike genre.

Could I have some reasonable suggestions please :-)

Thanks in advance.

 

I have bounced back and forth a few times over the years from Harley to big Jap cruisers. The equivalent to a Goldwing would be an Ultra or Ultra Limited in my opinion. Make sure you take a good and long test ride. The Harley is a whole different animal. You will either fall in love or run. I am getting older so I am running an Ultra now till I'm done. It's a great bike. Good luck.

 

If you loved it why change? I have found the big metric cruisers to lack "soul". The closest you can come to that would be the top of the touring line in HD. As stated before, you'll either love it or hate it. Good luck.

 

Well, you've come to a good place to research it all. My neighbor has 2 Valkyries in his garage, but we still talk in a civil manner about bikes! Good luck and enjoy the chase -

 

It should read coming from the dark side. And yes, when you ride a Harley you are better.

 

I wave when it's safe to. Sometimes people wave back, sometimes they don't. Not everyone will wave back or stop to see if your OK when you're on the side of the road. For me, those who don't reciprocate have been on all kinds of bikes. Doesn't hurt my feelings, it shouldn't hurt yours. Some people aren't comfortable taking their hands off the controls, some dont care, some may not have noticed. Not sure what point you are trying to make, other than trolling?

Points for effort though.

 

Everyone is different but being one who rides both a Harley (Ultra Classic) and a Honda (VTX1800) I have never experienced any ill will from Harley riders when I am on my Honda. That includes getting the "motorcycle wave". I actually had a situation where my VTX was giving me problems and a Harley rider came to my assistance. Sorry your experience has been different.

 

@nollid51 - thank you for your considered reply which has brought up many valid points about safety etc..

I am NOT a troll, just trying to see what it is about this ridership that seems to make them less friendly to Japanese and maybe other bike riders. As I am considering buying one and joining the community I am interested what the attitudes are from the Harley riders that's all.

Thanks for your sarcasm - always welcomed in any situation..., as a Brit I know all about it, I was brought up on it and ate it three times a day so don't get me started MATE.. (said sarcastically and in a raised voice for the effect..)
However, I remember one thing, it's the lowest form of wit, said to mean that sarcasm is unkind and not very funny..

Take care and have a wonderful day !!

 

I hope you know the GL1800 is far superior to anything Harley Davidson makes. The only problem with the Gold Wing is it's a Honda.
It's also true that some Harley Davidson riders are snobs about the brand but I personally don't care what you ride.
If I was riding coast to coast on the interstate , I'd choose the Honda Road Sofa for the ultimate in comfort.

 

Sorry to hear about your bad experiences. I have found the complete opposite. One example; I belong to a HOG group in the KC area that is very inclusive, all HOG sponsored rides and bike nights are open to anyone no matter what you ride. We have a few Goldwings and even a few Crotch Rockets that come out and ride with us. It's all about riding, not what you ride. Everyone around here almost alway waves at everyone. I have found Harley riders to be a great group of folks. Hope you find better times ahead.