Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

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 Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 32,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2001–2011) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

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