Honda CRF250R (2020–2022) vs Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda CRF250R (2020–2022)ME12	Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68
Oil change	n/a	8,000 mi
Valve service	n/a	32,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	16,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	24 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250R (2020–2022) or the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.