Honda Gold Wing vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 16, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 42.00 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda Gold Wing, priced at Rs. 44.30 Lakh. On the performance front, the Gold Wing uses a 1833cc engine producing 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Gold Wing and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Gold Wing stands out for performance.

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Gold Wing vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Gold WingYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 44.30 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Engine 1833 cc204 cc
Max power 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 393 Kg149 Kg

Gold Wing vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Gold Wing STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
6 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 44.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 24-Valves 6-Cylinder Boxer UNICAM, Liquid-Cooled Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Gold Wing Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 1,21,292 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 87,362 Gold Wing Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Estimated Top Speed
230 kmph
Not Available
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 24-Valves 6-Cylinder Boxer UNICAM, Liquid-Cooled
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
1833 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
7 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
170 Nm @ 4500 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
73 mm
66 mm
Stroke
73 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
6
1
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Full Transistorized Ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.5 ± 0.2
Not Available

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
6 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
3 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Front Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Front Suspension Compression Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Double Wishbone
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Pro-Link with Electronic Spring Preload
Linked-Type Monocross

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
38 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
41 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-130/70-R18Rear :-200/55-R16
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
745 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
5.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2615*905*1430 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1695 mm
1340 mm
Length
2615 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
170 mm
Height
1430 mm
1140 mm
Width
905 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
393 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
316 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 21.1AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Aluminium Double Downdraft
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
Coloured TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyfob
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque Control, 121 L Storage
Yamaha Ride Control
Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Metal
Fibre
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Cluster Control Switchcube
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Touch Screen Display
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth,WiFi,Wired Connectivity
Yes
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
External Speakers
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Gold Wing
  • The six-cylinder engine is very smooth and vibe free
  • The storage space is extremely useful and can easily accommodate luggage
  • The seating comfort is unmatched and makes long distance travel effortless.
Honda Gold Wing
  • The bike is very heavy coming in at 390kg
  • The ground clearance is very low and the bike will struggle in Indian road conditions
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which model of Goldwing is the best? The old model or the latest one - Gold Wing?
  • Latest one
  • We would recommend you to go for the latest one as The Gold Wing is all about relaxed touring. All of which would be incomplete without the electronic wizardry it boasts of. The 2018 version gets ride-by-wire and four riding modes, namely: Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain, which a first in Gold Wing's history. There’s also keyless ignition, an electronically-controlled windscreen, music system, heated grips, and even an air-bag as an option. Let’s not forget hill start assist, ABS, and the much-needed cruise control. The Tour variant of the Gold Wing additionally gets heated seats (not really a boon on Indian roads, unless you’re somewhere up North), a trunk that has a keyless function, Honda’s version of traction control called the Honda Selectable Torque Control, and electronic rear suspension, which allows you to adjust it with a button instead of having to remove the fairing of the bike, to do so manually. Honda Gold Wing is powered by an 1833 cc engine. This Gold Wing engine generates a power of 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm and a torque of 170 Nm @ 4500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which is the best bike out of these three Honda Goldwing, Heritage Softail classic or Hayabusa - Gold Wing?
  • Hayabusa is best sports bike...and gold is best luxury bike

Honda Gold Wing Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Gold Wing vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Honda Gold Wing is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Gold Wing vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Honda Gold Wing by ₹42.00 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Gold Wing vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 1833 cc Petrol engine of Gold Wing produces 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 170 Nm @ 4500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Gold Wing has better performance.

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