Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027)SC79 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.