Goldwing updates

Every fall when the new bike season arrives the GL1800 forums are alive with speculation on changes or possibly a new model of Goldwing. Here are some changes I would like to see on a new or updated Goldwing: - Six speed transmission. Pretty much standard these days. My brother's 1985 Magna has one. - ABS standard - A tire pressure monitoring system with real numbers for front and rear. Not a set of idiot lights for factory set limits. - Gear position indicator. My brother's 1985 Magna has one. - Reverse the fans to match the natural airflow. Keep the fans on until 20-25 mph. - Cornering lights. Great for turning and letting traffic know your intention. - An air filter that is easier to change. - Larger trunk with integrated spoiler with a third brakelight and turn signals. - Larger, top-loading saddlebags. - Turn signal indicators in the mirrors. - Updated radio to play MP3s and be able to use the handlebar controls. - Heel/toe shifter. - Improved suspension...not so loose and wallowy. - A wider array of color choices. - Update radio communications to include FRS/GMRS/MURS/Amateur in addition to a CB, or at least make it a plug-in option. Update 10/2017 - The new Goldwing has been released and there are some nice updates: - 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch transmissions - ABS standard - New electronics including a real tire pressure monitoring system and gear indicator - Improved suspension However, from the perspective of a current owner there are several big negatives: - Smaller trunk - Smaller saddlebags - Smaller fuel tank - Smaller passenger area - Smaller headlights - Smaller mirrors - Smaller windshield and less wind protection - No brake/running lights on the trunk - No communications other than an expensive CB option - No intercom - No more storage compartments for the passenger - No obvious mounting location for foot pegs - Honda navigation worse than the previous Garmin - Alternator and starter are now one unit. That'll be cheap to replace... It will be interesting to see how the new bikes fare as real people start using them.