Traxxion Suspension Upgrade for 2018 Gold Wing | Rick's Reviews Episode 16 | WingStuff.com
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In this 16th installment of Rick's Reviews, WingStuff.com's President and Founder Rick Arnoldo shares his thoughts and insights on his Traxxion suspension upgrade for his 2018 Gold Wing.
About this product:
Front shock
Traxxion has developed a suspension that is more comfortable for both rider and passenger. The load support is improved, leading to a more confidence inspired riding experience.
Weight: 8 lbs
Dimensions: 26x8x8 in
Rear shock
Traxxion has developed a suspension that is more comfortable for both rider and passenger. The load support is improved, leading to a more confidence inspired riding experience.
Rear shock includes the Traxxion Steel Braided Line for 2018 Gold Wing Pre-Load Adjuster
As with the previous generation Gold Wing the 2018 has a rubber line that allows air to get in the line for the hydraulic preload adjuster. Traxxion Dynamics recommends bleeding the preload adjuster and topping it off with fresh oil plus installing the Traxxion Dynamics Steel Braided Line. The steel braided line replaces the OEM plastic line.
The OEM line tends to swell over time which allows air in the system. When there is air in the system you do not have a full range of adjustment with the preload adjuster.
With the Traxxion Dynamics Steel Braided Line, manufactured specifically for the 2018 model Gold Wing, the system will be sealed much better than OEM. Very similar to steel braided lines in a brake system.
Weight: 8 lbs
Dimensions: 26x8x8 in
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I wish these reviews weren't drenched in background music.
I love my upgrade. Did it in '21. Just installed manual preload adjuster.
BTW dampening is something you do with water.
Looks like the Ocoee, Just found out my 2015 has this upgrade. I'm a happy man
What a nice surprise!
Just got mine today. After 88,888 miles on my 2018, it needed new shocks and Traxxion hit it outta the park.
Great to hear! Thanks for your comment.
Even though this post has been repackaged, slicked up and the rhetoric toned down, it still sells a wallet wedge that appeals to those of us who are Goldwing aficionados who can't resist the urge to tinker with things that need no tinkering. LOL ;-) After speaking to a seasoned rider of nearly 50 years who just rode the new 2018 Goldwing from California to New England - and through the recent flooding rains across the east coast - about this "improvement" to the Goldwing suspension he had this to say with a knowing smile and a chuckle: "There are some folks who will line up to spend hard earned cash to paint a mustache on the Mona Lisa"
I think that just about sums it up. :-)
For you it sums it up. We can all go through our lives and pick areas we lacked financial discipline. Life is short, do what makes you happiest. If people walk away thrilled with a Traxxion Dynamics suspension enhancement, who are we to say how they should spend their GNP dollars. Not everyone will be looking to extrapolate more performance out of their new generation GoldWing. However ride a Traxxion Dynamics bike at Wing Ding and decide for yourself. There is a difference. Otherwise opinions are like....And everyone’s got one. Buzz kill.
@@roadglide It's interesting to see what folks take away from my comment:
Objective reality (as if it were *just* opinion) boiled down to financial discipline and happiness in a mysteriously “short” life. How absurd. As my grandfather would say "Either it's a duck or it ain't"
---And as for a well considered "opinion" being a "buzz kill"... If someone’s self-belief so thin that a comment on a CZcams channel kills their buzz when they enjoy pouring their “GNP(???)” money down the drain, they might want to steer clear of riding a motorcycle altogether. I've heard knitting is a wonderful hobby. Hmmmmm I wonder if I could knit a new Goldwing if I used steel wool? ;-) LOL
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Thumbs up! Great job! Does max offer an upgraded GPS to replace the garbage honda put in that useless 7" screen?
Great Video! Question: Did the upgrade take away some of that "Plush" riding feeling you get with a Goldwing? I may pull the trigger this spring but that is my biggest fear.
Good question! Yes, it gives you a firmer feel and instead of feeling too soft. Thanks for asking :)
Damping, not dampening. Considering this for my 2018. It is fine on smooth, well paved roads, but rough roads or in sport mode it lags.
Yes you are correct. Thanks for pointing that out. Literally every Gold Wing rider that we've talked to who has done this upgrade says they made the right choice.
Of course they *say* they made the right choice! ;-) LOL It's called Post Purchase Rationalization... it is a cognitive bias exhibited by Goldwing owners who have dumped a load of money on an expensive accessory or "Upgrade" and overlook any faults, defects or feelings of being an idiot, in order to justify their purchase. AKA "Choice-Supportive Bias". For example when I had to take out a second mortgage on my home in order to buy 4 or 5 hundred pounds of stick-on chrome for my 30th anniversary Wing. We were homeless for the next three years, but **by gum** that was the shiniest machine east or west of the Mississippi. And the temporary blindness the bike sometimes caused was worth every penny. LOL :-)
@@b.randal5404 true, I spend money on upgrades in my younger years. Maybe a bit better, but not worth the spending. I keep everything stock these days, spend the money on petrol or insurance. Better resale value too.
@@bigmick1062 You're not impressed with credentials and they mean nothing - so you list your credentials. You're big on "facts" and yet you argue from your "beliefs'. HEY! Isn't this fun? LOL Have you read my post/s (that outlined my use of the product)? Carefully? Apparently not. Clearly you are not overly burdened with careful observation or critical thinking. Get in line with the rest of the sheep. Your negative assertions are baseless - and the the shame? - is yours. [So how long *have* you worked for the company? ROFL ;-) ] -- (I do in fact have a 2005 *and* 2018 GW... I don't know they made a 2018+ Goldwing model... is that the one with the mini microwave in the trunk? Just in case you missed it, I'm kidding about the microwave. LOL ;-)
Rick, did you ship your bike both ways to Max? Looks like maybe you shipped it there and rode her home...just curious...
Hey Eric, Rick trailered his Wing to Traxxion, spent a few days riding around the area, including Tail of the Dragon and part of the Blue Ridge Parkway, and headed home.
Is there a place to have it done in Northern California???
Hi Jim...unfortunately there aren't any authorized installers in Northern California. I recommend searching for someone in your area who is experienced at swapping out stock suspension. That will most likely be your best bet. If you can, however, I recommend you take it to one of Traxxion's authorized installers. The one closest to you would be in southern Cal in Buena Park 90620.
@@WingStuffcom Thanks for the information! If and when i decide to install them I will make the trip to SoCal....Thanks again!
@@WingStuffcom how do I find out the name of the shop?
@@1jlbrannon It's called Factors of Wear
John Wear
7461 El Cerro Drive
Buena Park, CA 90620
Factorsofwear@gmail.com
Rick how about Iregon, Washington or Idaho. Any installers in those states you’re aware of.
I'm excited about this, and I don''t plan on buying a wing until the 2019's come out. LOL
Great to hear you're excited! There's nothing wrong with waiting a year...this suspension upgrade will still be available to you then :)
I think the 19's should be out by November. Also, I'm healing up after a traffic dustup with a minivan. The airbag models are looking pretty good because of that.
what is the total cost for everything.
Hello Bob, it's been quite some time since I did this upgrade...over 4 years ago! I'm sure the price has gone up, but I'm not sure. Traxxion only sells direct now so we don't carry this product anymore. But you can check out their website for cost, etc. Ride safe!
How much was it?
You can click the link in the description to see how much the shocks cost. As far as labor costs to install, it obviously depends on who you use to install them. It should take one full day of labor. Thanks for the question!
Why do we need to hear muzak? Geeezzz....
What is the cost for this upgrade ?
You can click the link in the description to see how much the shocks cost. As far as labor costs to install, it obviously depends on who you use to install them. It should take one full day of labor.
Are you including the cost of throwing away the perfectly engineered suspension hardware that is included with the bike right out of the box? LOL ;-) Never mind. It's still too much.
$2650 installed. Luckily I live near Traxxion Dynamics here in Georgia and had it done. I also had them upgrade the tie rod as well.
Rick good review. Those Honda engineers involved in this project should be terminated! Corporate expected a warm reception for introducing and inferior product that needs to be tweaked. Shame on Honda!
So interestingly enough, after two years have passed - the assessment of an "inferior product" turns out to be utterly absurd. And what has turned out to be the net "failures" of the new Goldwings as surfaced by professionals? Luggage space. Good review? In a pig's eye. Shame on Honda? The only shame I can see surrounding this issue is by virtue of a serious case of negative critiques that have the validity of politician's honor.