Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)

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	Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)RP15
Oil change	8,000 mi	4,000 mi
Valve service	32,000 mi	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	16,000 mi	n/a
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 Yamaha FJR1300 (2006–2012)?

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