BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) vs Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024)0M73	Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68
Oil change	6,000 mi	8,000 mi
Valve service	12,000 mi	32,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	16,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 1250 R (2023–2024) or the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)?

Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.