Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68 Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)D21H
Oil change 8,000 mi 10,000 mi
Valve service 32,000 mi 20,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 20,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) or the Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019)?

Triumph Thruxton (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.