In November 2020, a bunch of patent images were leaked online revealing that the future Honda Goldwing model will be equipped with a forward-facing radar system. Now, more leaked patent images have surfaced on the internet showing that Honda is also working on a rear-facing radar system for its luxurious and comfortable cruiser.
The new patent filings suggest that the
rear-facing radar system would be made available only in the Honda Goldwing
Tour variant which comes with a pillion armchair and a top box. It can be seen
in the images that the rear-facing radar system would be fitted inside the top
box just below the latch for the lid. While a front-facing radar system would
add the adaptive cruise control feature, the rear-facing unit would provide
blind-spot detection via displays on the dash or in the mirrors.
Just like how Honda has managed to hide
the front-facing radar sensor in plain sight by placing it in the middle of the
Honda Goldwing’s massive headlamps, the rear-facing radar sensor has also been
well hidden inside the top box. This would enable the systems to function
uninterruptedly without spoiling the motorcycle’s looks.
At the moment, it is unclear whether Honda
is developing its own radar-based systems or using the same Bosch units which
other motorcycle brands like BMW, Ducati, KTM and Kawasaki have signed up to
for. Regarding the launch of the new Honda Goldwing with both the front and
rear-facing radar systems, no official statement has been released by the
Japanese company. However, speculations are that the updated model would be out
in the open in 2022.
