Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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 CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70 Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68
Oil change 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 32,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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.