Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Triumph Trident (2026–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016)SC68	Triumph Trident (2026–2027)L28U
Oil change	8,000 mi	n/a
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	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) or the Triumph Trident (2026–2027)?

Triumph Trident (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.