Honda Gold Wing: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Honda Gold Wing? Its 29.3" (75 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 29.3" / 75 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 860 lb / 390 kg |
| Style | touring |
| Seat width | wide |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~28.0" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~27.0" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $25,700 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Honda Gold Wing at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Both feet flat |
| 29" | Both feet flat |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Honda Gold Wing?
- The Honda Gold Wing has a published unladen seat height of 29.3 inches (75 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.4 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Honda Gold Wing?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Honda Gold Wing from roughly a 28.0-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 27.0 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Honda Gold Wing be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Honda Gold Wing are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Honda Gold Wing
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