Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) 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 Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 32,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 16,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025) 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.