Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) vs Honda Transalp (2025–2026)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011)SC47	Honda Transalp (2025–2026)RD17
Oil change	8,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	32,000 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	32,000 mi
Chain	n/a	600 mi
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) or the Honda Transalp (2025–2026)?

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