Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68 Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)ZRCG
Oil change 8,000 mi 7,600 mi
Valve service 32,000 mi 15,200 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) or the Kawasaki Z1000 (2003–2016)?

Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.