Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Gold Wing Tour (2018–2027)SC79 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)RH25
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 YZF-R3 (2025–2027)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.