Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)

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 FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 32,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)?

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