BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) vs Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021)0612 Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011)SC47
Oil change 6,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 18,000 mi 32,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi 16,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) or the Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011)?

Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.