Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027)SC79 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 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

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.