Honda Gold Wing (2012–2016) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)

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 Road Warrior (2002–2005)VP14
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 32,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 8,000 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 Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)?

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