Honda’s 2027 motorcycle lineup continues to cover two very different definitions of “going for a ride.”
On one end is the Honda NC750X DCT, a midsize motorcycle designed to handle commuting during the week and wandering down twisty roads when the weekend arrives. On the other is the Gold Wing, Honda’s legendary long-distance touring machine, which continues into 2027 with five different configurations.
It’s a useful reminder that motorcycles don’t all have to be uncomfortable, impractical machines designed exclusively for people who think weather is merely a suggestion. Honda’s latest offerings put an emphasis on usability, comfort and technology while retaining plenty of two-wheel personality.
The NC750X DCT: Practicality With a Side of Adventure
The 2027 NC750X DCT is arguably one of Honda’s more sensible motorcycles, which isn’t necessarily an insult.
Powered by a parallel-twin engine and equipped with Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission, the NC750X is designed to make everyday riding easier without turning it into a four-wheeled commute.
The DCT is particularly useful in traffic. Instead of constantly working a conventional clutch and shifter through stop-and-go congestion, the transmission can handle gear changes automatically. Riders who want more involvement can still take control when the road gets interesting.
That combination gives the NC750X an unusual amount of flexibility. It can be a commuter on Monday, a grocery-getter on Tuesday and a weekend escape vehicle on Saturday.
It also has something motorcycles aren’t always famous for: storage.
The built-in storage compartment adds practical utility to the package, making it easier to carry everyday necessities without immediately resorting to saddlebags, backpacks or creative methods of strapping things to the passenger seat.
The riding position is designed for comfort, while the adventure-inspired styling gives the NC750X the appearance of something that would be perfectly happy disappearing down a questionable road just to see where it goes.
The 2027 NC750X DCT comes in Matte Mud Gray and carries an MSRP of $9,499. Honda expects it to arrive in November.
The Gold Wing Still Means Business
If the NC750X is Honda’s answer to “What motorcycle can I actually use every day?”, the Gold Wing answers a different question:
“What if I wanted to cross several states without getting out of the saddle?”
The Gold Wing has been Honda’s flagship touring motorcycle for more than five decades. That’s an impressive run in an industry where product names sometimes disappear faster than a motorcycle’s rear tire on an enthusiastic Sunday morning.
At the center of the Gold Wing is its horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine, which provides the smooth, effortless character expected from a motorcycle designed to eat highway miles.
But the Gold Wing isn’t just about the engine. Its entire platform is engineered around long-distance comfort, refined handling and premium touring features.
And for 2027, Honda continues to offer plenty of choice.
The lineup consists of five configurations, starting with the standard Gold Wing and extending through the more touring-oriented Gold Wing Tour models. Buyers can also choose between a conventional manual transmission and Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission.
For riders who want maximum touring capability, there’s even a Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT.
Yes, Honda makes a motorcycle with an airbag. Because apparently the company decided that two wheels and a six-cylinder engine weren’t quite enough excitement.
Five Ways to Tour
The standard Gold Wing starts at $25,700 and comes in Metallic Black. The Gold Wing Automatic DCT adds Honda’s automatic Dual Clutch Transmission and starts at $26,700.
For riders who plan to spend serious time on the road, the Gold Wing Tour increases the touring capability and starts at $29,700. It is available in Ignition Blue, Black and Gray Metallic.
The Gold Wing Tour Automatic DCT starts at $30,700 and offers the same broader touring mission with Honda’s automatic transmission.
At the top of the lineup sits the Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT, priced at $34,000 and offered in Gray Metallic.
The standard Gold Wing models are expected to arrive in November, while the Tour versions arrive slightly earlier in October.
Two Very Different Honda Motorcycles
The NC750X DCT and Gold Wing may occupy completely different ends of Honda’s motorcycle lineup, but they share a common philosophy.
Neither requires the rider to sacrifice practicality simply for the privilege of riding a motorcycle.
The NC750X DCT is compact, approachable and useful enough to serve as transportation during the week while still offering an escape when the road gets interesting. Its DCT makes it particularly attractive to riders who want to spend less time thinking about shifting and more time enjoying the ride.
The Gold Wing takes that philosophy and applies it to a much larger scale. It’s designed for riders who don’t consider a 500-mile day excessive and who view the words “cross-country trip” as an invitation rather than a logistical problem.
Together, they demonstrate the breadth of Honda’s motorcycle lineup. One is a midsize machine with adventure styling and everyday practicality. The other is a luxury touring platform capable of turning a multi-state highway slog into something considerably more enjoyable.
Neither approach is necessarily better.
Sometimes you need a motorcycle that can get you through traffic, take the long way home and carry your stuff. Other times, you need one that makes the concept of a 2,000-mile weekend seem like a perfectly reasonable idea.
Honda has both covered for 2027.
