An 8,000 Mile Honda Goldwing Service Costs How Much?

[@Doppler-57]

RideNow bought our local dealership. My first service with them was $550. I told them they needed to recalculate it because I watched through the bay door and saw the tech near the bike for maybe 30 to 45 minutes. They took an hour of labor off, and I told them I wouldn’t be back. Yes, I bought your videos.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@Doppler-57 Appreciate the support

[@rogerledlow4970]

Have had 11 Harley’s in a row over the last 30 years. Just bought my first Goldwing DCT non-tour so it’s all new. Thanks for this video. I know I got sick and tired of Harley dealers and their shop costs.

[@whatsupeh1]

I bought your maintenance videos and they have already paid for themselves, several times over. I had my local dealership do the first oil change on my ‘21 GoldWing. Since then, I’ve done all the maintenance myself, simply because your videos give me the confidence to do so. I bought the bike new in the spring of 2021 and it now has just under 33,000 miles on it. I’m about to do my 8th oil change, the 7th that I’ve done myself. So I’ve saved about $1200 in labor charges for oil changes alone. Buying your videos was money well spent. Thanks.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@whatsupeh1 Glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@whatsupeh1]

@@cruisemansgarage​​⁠ They’re coming in very handy. Someone knocked my bike over in a parking lot this fall. I needed to replace a saddlebag lid, a mirror and some other parts that required disassembling some body panels. Your videos made it all pretty easy.

[@paulacabbo466]

No dealership is 100% trustworthy that's the reason I work on all my motorcycles myself

[@Goldwinger74]

Why do bike owners keep falling for this crap from these dealers? I don’t understand why y’all keep falling for this 8000 mile nonsense and paying all of that money for no reason at all. These are brand new bikes, there’s nothing wrong with them, change the oil and keep riding. That 8k mile dealer service is nothing but a scam to take your money smh.

[@michaelandersson1748]

Its for People with low selfcontrol 😅

[@dennisjones9636]

@@michaelandersson1748 No, it's for people that are 'operators and not maintainers'. I'm no wrench, nor do I have the space/time/tools to become one. Perhaps when I retire and need something to do. Until then, I really have little choice but to pay $120/hour for someone who knows what they're doing to get this stuff done. I don't use dealers and appreciate the independent garage that I found, however and I get a veterans discount from him. Some people are just stuck with it.

[@Oldguy-k3t]

@@Goldwinger74 my local bmw dealer charges 600 for a tuneup on a 88 100gs! Independent mechanic 100, do it myself 25.

[@1967Rick]

Maybe they don’t have a garage? Or they can’t get the goldwing through the yard to the garage? Goldwing is not the easiest bike for off-roading.🤔

[@regregor]

It’s because you have to take a service every year if you want to have the Garantie. One off mine bikes is a 2024 Triumph and I had to pay 350 $ just for oil change…. If I didn’t do that I would have lost the 5 years Garantie….

[@browngreen933]

I expected it to be THOUSANDS. 😂

[@jamescampolo7824]

I do all of my own motorcycle maintenance. One, because that's just the way I grew up and two, because I know it has been done right.

[@craigpennington1251]

You must have an elaborate shop to do all the machining & such with the knowledge of.

[@jamescampolo7824]

@@craigpennington1251 Machining? Machining implies use of a lathe, mill, drill press, etc. No, I do maintenance. The first thing I buy when I get a new bike is a shop manual. (throw away the "Owners manual". I have had metric and SAE tools for 50 years. Knowledge comes from research and not being afraid to tackle the project. If you are uneasy wrenching, take it to a shop and be at their mercy both with cost and expertise.

[@michaelosborne4944]

I just did a full service myself on my 83 standard GL1100 Goldwing, included timing belts, oil & filter, (genuine Honda) spark, plugs coolant change, valve adjustment, shaft oil change, shaft splines moly paste, brake fluid change.worked out it cost less than $200 for all the parts & was so easy & i'm no mechanic, but says a lot for these older bikes.

[@richardahola692]

A 1100 is a lot easier to work on than a new wing. I had an 1100 and now have a 1200. No desire to own a new bike. I have never had my bikes serviced at a dealer.

[@DavidSurley]

I do all my own maintenance and repairs on everything I have ever owned, ( I am 60). The only time I take anything anywhere to be worked on is when I don't have the equipment to do the job. For instance, I don't have all the tools to replace the ball joints on my 3/4 ton truck. For my 2013 Goldwing, I have a shop service manual for it and you tube is your best friend. I have saved thousands over the years. Glad growing up my dad was a mechanic and I learned to work on just about everything.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

I like my Chevy Truck with grease zerks on the ball joints and tie rod ends. I have replaced non greaseable ball Joints on Fords and Chryslers for others. I have done all my own mechanic work since age 12 when I bought a new Yamaha 80-GT in 1972 . I have a shop where I work on my own Heavy Trucks Loaders and Cranes ect farm tractors.

[@frankwhiteiii613]

I bought your videos and do all the work myself. It is enjoyable, saves money, less inconvenience; and your videos are so clear and precise. I have a 2018 non-tour DCT. 7200 miles. The motorcycle is fun to work on once you learn how to remove the plastic parts. Very straight forward.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@frankwhiteiii613 Thanks for your support.

[@jacksonf4]

Name the dealer! No one should be ripped off like this.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@jacksonf4 I am not implying this was a “rip-off”. I think this is what service at many dealers costs now.

[@mikescott9213]

All dealers do the same thing

[@FxRiderST]

Half of theirs incom (if not more) is the service. The more bs they put on the paper and if you pay it the better for them. Always dispute it and in the most cases they'll take off some chunk of money.

[@s.k.y_kitty3godward850]

You cannot name dealer,remember there on $160 hour plus ,and have massive overheads at these franchise dealers ,also learn to do it yourself as well ,and Chris doesn’t want get into any legal lawsuits,if thay decide to go after him ,Chris has videos,also plenty stuff on you tube to guide through all maintenance,it fun doing it and gives self satisfaction,doing work yourself

[@s.k.y_kitty3godward850]

You cannot name dealer,remember there on $160 hour plus ,and have massive overheads at these franchise dealers ,also learn to do it yourself as well ,and Chris doesn’t want get into any legal lawsuits,if thay decide to go after him ,Chris has videos,also plenty stuff on you tube to guide through all maintenance,it fun doing it and gives self satisfaction,doing work yourself

[@wenditaylor2354]

I haven't bought your maintenance videos but I did buy the Honda shop manuals (2 books) for £150 so about 190US$. They are easy to follow and give way more info than a DIY'er will ever need. I've just used them to replace my shock absorbers out for a nice new set of the Traxxion dynamics shocks (what a huge improvement!) and whilst I had the bike stripped, I took out the airbag module so I could replace the air filter. I am an engineer and I do appreciate that I've spent my entire career working from technical manuals so I do understand that not everybody will be comfortable with the books but for those that are - they are a great investment!

[@jameslee5428]

As a retired certified automotive mechanic with 40+ years in the industry and 30+ years of riding more motorcycles than I can count. In my garage at this time is my 2018 Ultra classic HD, And my 2023 KTM adventure… everything you say is 100% true! Weather it be the automotive/Motorcycle dealerships. They are there to take full advantage of those service schedules line by line. They walk around with a clipboard in hand check the boxes, then do the real services like change the oil, and stuff like that… It is a real deal scam at the end of the day. As They say, if the customer has a fistful of money, take advantage of them. YOUR Maintenance VIDEOS are worth every cent👍… again, great video, fully agree with you 100%. Be safe out there, and enjoy the ride.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@jameslee5428 Thanks James 🙏

[@UltralightMotorcycleCamping]

A friend paid several hundred dollars for his initial service on the CRF300L Rally. I expected a high price at the stealership but was shocked. He returned last month for the 6000 mile service. Hundreds of more dollars for what was essentially an oil change. They way overfilled it, probably dumping in two quarts of oil. He rode home, 80 miles, and had oil dripping onto his garage floor. It was leaking at the oil filter cover but the entire lower engine and skid plate were a mess. They may have reused the gasket, but either way, it was scored and leaking. I guess the good news was they didn't change the oil and leave the old filter, although it would have been better if they had. My friend called and talked to the "mechanic" and was told that too much oil isn't a problem! My friend bought an oil change kit on Amazon with the oil, filter and gasket and redid the work himself to ensure that the work was done properly. That's why my BMW G310GS hasn't been to the dealer since I purchased it over four years ago. I do all of the maintenance. I'm slow, but I'm methodical and fussy. My friend learned that the stealership is not only expensive, but they'll mess up your bike. Another friend told me of a guy who had brake work done at a dealer. They didn't replace the mounting bolts. The owner was riding home on the highway when the brake caliper locked up the rear wheel and caused a nasty crash. Stealership mechanics are a threat to more than your wallet. They can literally KILL you. At the very least, double check their work before throwing a leg over the saddle. Whenever possible, do the work yourself. If that isn't possible, find a good independent experienced motorcycle mechanic.

[@kro650]

I only take my bike to the dealership if there is a warranty issue. I have a 2024 DCT with 10000 miles on it. With you tube searches and your maintenance video series I have been able to do everything on my bike.

[@timspeed163]

you could eliminate a lot of charges by getting the bike to the bike stand, it's called climbing on, standing bike up, starting & putting in gear, riding to the stand, stopping, putting back on side stand, on your list was that $200 or $300 of the charges then use reverse to get off the bike stand then recheck the throttle brakes while you stop suspension worked ok over the door step so $560 to change the oil and air cleaner

[@davidebbs6146]

CATASTROPHE? My 2023 Goldwing developed the dreaded ‘tick-tick’tick’ tapping camshaft on the right hand bank immediately after the second service at only 1,800 miles. Honda had the machine back for (at first) three months (and then later) five months. The ticking got worse and the bike started to misfire and spit back through the intakes, occasionally stalling and cutting out. It had quite obviously dropped a valve and at 2,800 miles it quit altogether. The bike was still within the ‘extended warranty’ period but Honda declined all assistance as they felt they had done enough! I had use of the bike for only one year in the three that I have owned it. Anybody want a non-running, three year heap of sh*t, under 3,000 miles? Upset……. You bet I am. Honda just doesn’t want to know.

[@rodneypennington1086]

I'll give them a miss now. That's horrible treatment. Name and shame!

[@007-LTK]

OMG 😮 !!! I’ve got this ticking at the right side since new and asked my dealer..mainly when cold. He said it’s normal with this latest engine (MY2023) and nothing to adjust or worry about. So, I don’t worry since 7000 miles and all is fine ❤

[@waynebasso3791]

When I took my 2023 Goldwing in for the fuel pump replacement due to the recall, I was surprised at the cost. It was cheaper in Canada than it was in the U.S. I am basing it on the price I saw in a video from someone in the U.S. When I mentioned it to my dealer, they said they charged for the actual time it took (45 minutes) instead of the time allowed according to the service manual. That is the only service I have had done at my dealership. I have your videos and use them.

[@Gendalf-345.68]

That's interesting. How did the dealer explain why you had to pay when the letter from Honda said the fuel pump replacement would be free?

[@duggsdoggs3696]

I agree, if you paid for a recall repair you have been ripped off by the dealer. Demand your money back.

[@waynebasso3791]

@@Gendalf-345.68 I didn't pay for the recall, but I did see the bill they were sending Honda Canada for the work done. Sorry if I confused anyone.

[@johnmassey6957]

Just bought your 2018+ maintenance videos. I am not paying that kind of fees. Thank you for doing this service to Goldwing kind…

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@johnmassey6957 Than you for your business.

[@dalejones6627]

You can look and compare what is due vs. the items listed on this invoice. The untold value of doing your own maintenance is that you become aware of the condition of your bike. You may need roadside repair sometime and it’s good to have the ability to diagnose and maybe get it going. Your videos are easy to follow.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@dalejones6627 Good points. Thanks! 🙏

[@dieselsoggydog6299]

I thought Harley service charges were bad, the cost of that Honda service is crazy. But not as crazy as the service charges for a Can-Am. My riding buddy told me he gets charged $800 for just an oil change (engine and transmission) on his Can-Am Spyder. Told him to do it himself like I do on my Harley.

[@richardbrebner-ll7yw]

I have found your videos very informative and precise. I have been building Harleys for nigh on 66 years. Yeah I’m 80 just turned. The Harleys are much easier to work on due to how they are put together design wise. The Goldwing is significantly more difficult because of their complexity and design. Your videos really do fill a need for anyone inclined to do his, or her, own maintenance. Note; I just bought a new 2023 DCT (Red) and wanted to change the exhaust heat shields from chrome to black. Whoa were they not only outrageously expensive, but I don’t think I have ever seen a more absurd design on any motorcycle, street or race bike, I have ever worked on. Just sayin’. Have a great day👍

[@kimhorton6109]

I have a 2015 GW, bought new, 5:34 and no ability to work on my own beyond changing the oil/filter. I take the bike in every three years and have all the fluids changed and wheel bearing checked and valves. This has always increased in cost from around $500 up to $1,100 the last trip two years ago. The bike is running like a top at $85k. Love these bikes. Been riding since 1962, many bikes, mostly Hondas.

[@petermurphy1952]

Best thing I’ve done for my biking life was getting these videos.. after consistently getting my 2016 and later 2021 goldwing back from the dealership with minor damage done, I committed to doing all maintenance myself. Fantastic product. I actually enjoy doing all my own work. I’ve always worked on my older bikes, but I thought these modern wings were just too complex to work on myself.. wrong.. they’re still moto.

[@raybrensike42]

After seeing what shops did to me, I immediately got really comfortable with working on my stuff myself.

[@jamescampolo7824]

I bought a gallon (4 qt jug) of Honda GN4 10w30 on Amazon for $35 a month ago.

[@jamcbride225]

Same...have it on autoship

[@ericpurdy5704]

I definitely live in an area where there is no confidence in the dealership...regardless of the money. I'm buying your videos Cruise.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@ericpurdy5704 Thanks Eric!

[@Jim-nm1en]

Any new bikes I have bought over the years were taken in for the initial service as per warranty crap and after that were serviced by myself, I was a Fitter/Turner in the engineering industry in the UK so knew how to use tools. I think the majority of bike owners tend to do their own servicing to give peace of mind when riding said bike and prefer to be in control of what gets done to their bikes and when. I bought a brake fluid tester which more or less tells you when you have to renew the hydraulic fluids and found you could go well over the recommended periods by a considerable margin but thought it prudent to go with the service routine to be on the safe side. All of the other safety checks etc can be found in a decent workshop manual which can usually be bought for any motorcycle for a very reasonable cost. Thanks for your video showing how dealerships could possibly be overcharging for basic service work, maybe the labour time included their lunch/toilet breaks etc.

[@Jodyrides]

I didn’t watch the video, I no longer have a Honda Goldwing. But the headline made me go right to comments. When I got my Goldwing used with 13 K miles on it from the original owner, it was 16 years old, and still had the original tires on it. The clutch and brake fluids were never changed, the coolant was never changed, it was never parked on the center stand so the springs were sacked out in the suspension, the air filter had never been changed. back in the 70s I was a motorcycle mechanic at three different dealerships. I left that occupation because it was too seasonal here in Pennsylvania, I went to be when I was trained for. but when I went on the Internet, after getting my Goldwing in 2018, I saw stories on there in videos of people that were happy they just got their Goldwing from the dealer, and one owner had his oil changed, a new air filter installed, oil filter , and spark plugs installed. He was pleased did it cost him $1100. I once worked for a Yamaha dealer, and a customer brought a motorcycle in that we had been given to him. It’s sat outside for two years, it was a Yamaha RD 200 with electric start. It needed a lot, chain was very rusty, battery, it needed the carbs to be cleaned, the engine was rusted solid, so it needed new pistons rings, head gaskets first over pistons, the fuel tank cleaned out, it needed a lot. The estimate when I was given the work order was something around $800 back in the mid-1970s. Coincidentally at that time, Yamaha was running a nationwide ad on the back of one of the big motorcycle magazines at the time that you could buy a brand new leftover Yamaha RD 200 for $595. They were two-year-old brand new leftovers. I approached the owner of the shop and told him that we should suggest that the owner just buy a brand new bike instead of pouring money into that bike that still gonna look old after I replace all of the stuff that was in need of replacing on it .. The owner sat back in his chair with a little smile on his face, and he said these words that I never forgot . “ Jody- The more it hurts, the more they love it..” well, that was perfectly evident when I saw that goldwing i bought or was thrilled with his $1100 bill for what amounted to what I thought was just a few hours work at the most. SO- when I started work on my new to me, Goldwing, I was lucky that I had the Ginuwine Honda service manual. That was about 2 inches thick, because I had never worked on a Goldwing before. in doing research, I found that the dealers charge five hours labor alone to change the air filter on the 2000one through 2017 GL 1800 gold wings. I scarfed her dad thinking, that is ridiculous. .. that was until I did the job myself. Going by the thick Honda service manual, I had to start by removing the plastic around the dashboard, gauges, and methodically work towards the sheet, removing panels, lots of little fasteners, plastic, rivets, long strips of plastic between the main cover and the side panels., I had to keep track of all the screws by poking holes in a large piece of cardboard and labeling them so they went back where they came from because many of them were completely different sizes to the other ones, taking my time, keeping track inventing ways to keep track of all those different fasteners, it took me almost 6 hours, just to change the air filter. That completely changed my mind about what the dealers charge to change the air filter. that is a five hour job for a fast mechanic that has done it many times. The problem is, labor is now $125 an hour and higher.. $625 just to change the air filter, Plus parts, plus shop materials, plus disposal fee, plus tax so let’s just round it off at $700 including the air filter every 10,000 miles OK? That’s actually realistic. Even if a fast mechanic could change the air filter and putting it back up in only three hours, they’re still going to charge you for the full flat rate manual time. That’s all dealers make money. They don’t make money selling new bikes., They don’t make money selling parts and accessories. They make money in the service department. Money they make selling new bikes, pays the interest on the brand new bikes that haven’t sold yet, the money they make in the parts department pays for their insurance, utilities, salaries, expenses, taxes, but if you don’t give the bikes away, figuratively speaking, you’re not gonna sell parts and accessories, and if you don’t sell parts and accessories. and motorcycles, you’re not gonna have service business. And that’s where the cash is rolling in. Service department. That is the goose that lays the golden eggs at car and motorcycle dealerships. OK so let’s say it’s $700 to change the air filter including the air filter at a Honda dealership which is about right and let’s say you change your air filter every 10,000 miles which is about right unless you live in a very dusty place and goldwing buyer?? known for going way over 100,000 miles relatively trouble free. So let’s just say 100,000 miles in 10 air filter changes later. That’s $7000 you spent just on air filter changes. that is not counting oil changes including the oil filter, that’s not including fresh tires every 12,000 miles or so, that’s not including changing the brake and clutch fluid and final drive fluid, flushing the coolant and replacing it with fresh aluminum compatible fluid, that’s not removing the drive shaft to lube the splines every so many years, call me that’s not spending money on having accessories installed at the dealer, that’s not paying the dealer to replace the spark plugs, or brake pads, or add lighting, or possible electronics added by the dealer. That is $7000 just to have your dealer replace 10 air filters over a 100,000 mile schedule.. so I am not shocked at all to see the headline of this video that it cost that many thousands of dollars in the service department to work on a Goldwing. Because that is the only reason I got rid of my Goldwing. As perfect as it was, and it was perfect, it was the smoothest motorcycle I have ever ridden. it shifted better than any suzuki I ever Road, the brakes were better than on my BMW, K 1200 LT, which would put you over the bars with two fingers if you weren’t careful. it weighed almost 900 pounds, but the weight disappeared. Once you were rolling, it had more power than I could ever use ever. But the reason I sold my Goldwing, was because I didn’t wanna work on it again after doing the long list of things I had assumed were neglected. like all fluids, I change the fork and shock spring, I change the front fork, bushings and seals. Call my changed the spark plugs, the air filter, I installed a Ginuwine Honda new windshield with a vent built-in. Doing that work like changing the rear shock, spring, following the Ginuwine Honda service manual. to get the rear shock off, I had to start at the dashboard again, just like with the air filter and remove the plastic around the gauges, that was to get to the rear shock, removing all the plastic and the seat in the battery, and even the large gas tank shaped like a child’s coffin under the seat, blocking access to the top bolt on the shock absorber. When I saw that, and when I saw how difficult it is to get at the air filter.. I sold the gold wing as perfect as it was. The thought of having to do a roadside repair when I’m 1000 miles from home, that was enough for me, and that’s why the headline of this video doesn’t surprise me one bit, that’s not blaming the dealer for shaking the customers by the ankles, that is how difficult they are to work on, it’s not that it’s difficult, it’s just that it’s dozens and dozens of little jobs. and all that beautiful plastic that fits together like the pyramids, you have to pay somebody about $125 an hour to remove all that plastic. When I was working on my machine, I have plastic and parts in my game room on the pool table, on the ground beside the pool table in the game room, I had some in the back of my truck, I had cardboard index boxes with holes in them for every screw and I labeled each. screw and fastener and plastic rivet, which I ended up losing two of those rivets, and when I went to the Honda dealer to get new ones, the Partman could not find any such part in the parts book. Never heard of them. Those two plastic rivets fell down somewhere in the motor area or in the vicinity of the airbox, they might as well have gone straight to China, because I never saw them again… that Goldwing was a very good handling machine very comfortable, never at a lack of power, started instantly, shifted perfectly, it was as smooth as glass once underway, but the thought of having to work on it, that was too much, and I’m certainly not gonna pay somebody to do work that I can do, but refused to do again. I suppose the answer is, to just make enough money that it doesn’t bother you to pay 1000 or $2000 service bill for having the oil and the air filter changed and a few little trinkets added to your machine cars and motorcycles are suffering from the same technological revolution for the past 20 years, they’re getting to the point where you have to marry the dealer for service work . i’m seeing a lot of chatter on the Internet here in November 2024 that there may be a very large recall to replace some type of a hardened bolt that could end up flying around in the transmission causing catastrophic damage. With the number of dealers that are left still in business, which ain’t too many. That’s a problem. I feel bad for Honda and the Honda owners for this bolt problem. Honda designed a perfect machine, but they didn’t make the bolt that is failing into many machines. That came from a parts supplier, that is not Hondas fault, but it is Hondas problem.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

I always assumed that the Honda Gold Wing Plastic situation would be a night Mare. I have a 2006 Yamaha Apex Snowmobile.. Most of the Hood parts come off with zuess fasteners.. I have a 2006 Skidoo sled that you have to mark and label all of the Fastners to get the hood parts off and put them back on . New Model Skidoos have been much simplified because that was a Huge complaint.. My 2016 Yamaha FZ-07 I paid $7,400.00 for it new .. Has so many different types and sizes of screws and Fastners for the plastic body panels that go over the gas tank ect.. The bike has just been revised for the second time since 2014. They say the new 2025 Models have a much simpler and revised body panel system. I have now hit two Deer with my Yamaha so I have replaced headlight assemblies radiators and forks.. The Handly really sucked in 2019 I paid $208.00 each for new Forks then had to pay $650 for new Ohlin Fork Cartridges.. I have purchased a new K-tech shock too. Sports bike tires have a soft compound .. I ran a Michille to the steel cords in 8,500 miles.. Some guys put car tires on the rear of the Gold wing to triple the milage. but the bead angles differ from the Motorcycle wheel to the car tire thus they are not really recommended. Plus motorcycle are rounded so you still have rubber on the ground at a lean angle. My local Power Sports Dealer changes $149.00 My Local Harley Dealer closed December 2023. The Oldest Family owned HD Dealer in MI the owner was 94 years old. He built a Massive nice new Building on 10 acres in 2002. He sold the building to a Church .. and Churches don't have to pay property taxes.. I think he got the last laugh on that one.

[@frankward8003]

@Jodyrides I agree with most of what you said..but the air filter on the 01 to 17 Gold Wing can go 40k miles between changes unless you live in really dusty area..I've changed many air filters on the old model and at 16k miles that Honda says to do it, all the air filters I did looked new like at 16k miles...just did my 2018 this past May at 19k miles and it was so clean..I'm doing my 2018 at 30k miles from now on...but yea if you own a modern touring bike you need to know how to do the simple maintenance...or have very deep pockets and not mind spending the money

[@altec19]

Totally agree with you that’s why I own a 2007 Yamaha venture which is so much easier to do your own maintenance on easy to get to air filter and spark plugs ! I was thinking about buying a goldwing but no thank you on that air filter deal that is nuts to have to change the air filter !

[@homeontherange733]

This is why i purchased a 2016 Moto Guzzi 1400 Eldorado. Very easy to service. I check and or adjust the valves at every oil change. Compared to other modern motorcycles, it's a joy to service. One thing that simplified valve adjusting is this bike has cylinders that stick out the side making for easy access. The valve adjusters are screw and lock type. Most modern motorcycles have a shim under bucket type adjustments meaning if you have to adjust the valves, you have to take out the cams to remove the shims! In my opinion, the con's do not outweigh the pro's. Shim under buckets have longer service intervals before adjustment. Unless you adjust them yourself, prepare to pay through the nose$$$:) Your video's are of great help!

[@kayj03]

Great video, and I just ordered your videos...thank you for the discount code! Like you, I truly enjoy working on my 2022 "Bagger", just completing my first oil change, at just over 4500 miles (+DCT) and final drive drain and fill (pulled almost 2 oz. out, replacing it with about 4 oz.) and I can tell the difference. Most of what this unfortunate Gold Wing owner had done, one could never check (except maybe the color of the oil on the dip stick), and the dealership should be ashamed of themselves! Thanks again for all your videos and I look forward to viewing my newly purchased Cruisman Videos!

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@kayj03 Thank you 🙏 for your order.

[@MikeTheBike58]

Here in the UK Honda charges £129/hr for labour alone.

[@keithallen3119]

Motorcycle "stealerships" are as prominent as auto stealerships. I am lucky to have an independent guy that worked at a Honda/Yamaha shop for 35 years as the lead tech that is local to me. He never upcharges people and is straight about what is really needed. IE: coolent changes, why can cars go 100k/10years now and bikes need done every few years??? He knows it's not needed as often as dealers say it does. I agree with the comment to mark parts to see if they actually do the work. Sad we need to do that now. I ask for the used parts back. I have the 2018 that had the fuel pump recall done and decided to sit and wait on it. I could see the tech doing the work through the door. Next up is that bolt that seems to self destruct. Hope to get it done this winter during the off season.

[@jonakers704]

I just did the 4k oil change on my 2023 last week. I have a non-DCT model, so don't have the extra filter, but it took me less than an hour to do the change and that was with me fiddling around with a couple of other things in the process. At say $100/hr in labor costs, there is no way that it took professionals 4 hours to do this job. Name the dealer, so that the world knows what a scam they are!

[@cruisemansgarage]

Probably took longer to print up the invoice!

[@allanmacdougall3400]

I heard your whole list and it is absorbent… on my DCT 2021 as far as the rear tire goes, I’m kind of in a agreement with having it checked… I put about 12,000 km on my rear tire & gets almost no tread left on it ..up here in Alberta… So inspecting the tire you can do it yourself naturally 😅 nothing more than just getting down your hands and knees and looking… Lol

[@sdshawn29]

Wow, what you're saying is why no one works on my rides. I may only take in for valves with shims only, nut and screw do my self all day long. I dont have a goldwing yet, but I'm sure your videos are well worth the money . Even a guy that has never turned a wrench before could do these services after watching a video how to such as yours. You come across very well on this video, I did not realize how hard it is just to do a simple video. Some have it, I don't.

[@zacharyseiz5632]

Hi Chris, For my first inspection I paid $291.00 us. I do have your maintenance video but was not ready to do it myself but I will eventually. Have a nice day!

[@4940markhutchins]

Your videos have spared me from the fortune I would’ve had to pay a dealer to do the work on my bike. Well done sir!

[@cruisemansgarage]

Great to hear!

[@darylkrehbiel5353]

I guess you need to welcome me to the club. in July I bought my first Goldwing. The 2018 DCT. I bought my 1st quart of oil for it and my local dealer charged me $16 plus tax for one quart of oil. Secondary note. I love my Goldwing.

[@stevemoore9951]

GREETINGS FROM THE PPRC I RIDE A 2015 F6B your videos have saved me hundreds of dollars, thanks for doing them.🇺🇸🏍️

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@stevemoore9951 thanks Steve

[@kidi8124lunch]

Great info. Has the service tech worked at the locale HD dealership before? I wouldn't be surprised. On the brake fluid, well my 23 was showing some moisture at 12000, { + or - } when I had to change the tires, that's when I tested my brake fluid. So I will give them that. As far as the extra 1/2 quart of oil., That's easy, check the brake reservoir and see what's in there!! LOL, I'm hoping not. Anyway, I have your videos and THEY HAVE SAVED ME A SHIT LOAD OF MONEY. For the people out there who can tell the difference between a plus + screwdriver and a minus - screwdriver, the videos will save you money. That means that you will have some money to get more toys. Be safe 🤩

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@kidi8124lunch Glad you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for the comment.

[@souhailshamaissem7564]

That's not too bad considering the bike's price. I asked Honda dealer n Sydney how much they will charge me for the first service at 1000k. On my little 2023 Honda cb125f which was $3800 new they quoted me $350 that is almost 10% of the bike value so I just bought the oil and oil filter and washer for the sump bolt and they cost $38 and ny friend did the service for me

[@duggsdoggs3696]

I have completed all my services on my 2024 wing myself, currently I’m at 10k. Yes I did take the bike in for warranty recalls. Using the manual and common sense I do my own maintenance for the most part. Not sure if I want to do an air filter change on this bike. Not because I can’t or because I don’t have the tools but I don’t really have the desire. I also installed every accessory on the bike which is a very long list. I did work for a Honda when I was a kid (18), which was 51 years ago. What I did was assemble new bikes out of the crates which included Honda, Indian, Moto Guzzi, BSA, and Hodaka. The dealer was the largest in the south east in the 60’s and 70’s so assembling was my only job every day. I do think a lot of people just don’t have the desire to do their own maintenance but in this day and time most don’t have the common sense, tools, space or knowledge.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@duggsdoggs3696 How true. Thanks for your support.

[@unicornhairhead]

I have your videos and am now thinking i might set up a shop in my garage. I would charge half of that and still be wealthy in no time. Another great video! Thanks Cruiseman.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@unicornhairhead Go for it!

[@robertfrank886]

I have older bikes (a pair of ST1100s and a Honda Silverwing)- I maintain them both myself- dealerships would not even work on them anymore and I get the satisfaction of the financial savings as well as knowing the work was done properly (including tire changes I do myself). If I had a new or newer GW, I would quickly learn how to maintain/ repair it.

[@pinball2002]

Just had my rear brakes replaced and a new front tire put on. $645 total parts and labor.

[@UltralightMotorcycleCamping]

I'll soon be replacing the front and rear tires and brake pads on my G310GS - under $300 in parts and $0 in labor... and it'll be done correctly.

[@Mr12frod]

I don't even owe a golding, but if I did which I'm looking into it. You sir just did me a service. Job well done sir.

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Please don’t take this the wrong way but KZbin has a lot of maintenance videos for free showing how to do some of the more difficult things. The one maintenance job that would make you pull your hair out is changing the air filter and it would be convenient having a video for that. I think this dealership ripped the guy of on the labor.

[@cruisemansgarage]

A fair point. The advantage to a video series like mine is that there is (1) you don't have to search KZbin to find the video you are looking for, (2) All of the videos are shot and edited in a consistent manner making them easier to digest, (3) All of the procedures are according to the Honda Service Manual, (4) the videos use advanced editing with on-screen text and prompts to point out important aspects.

[@rodneybarcus2233]

@ that is also a good point

[@salvatorecarapazza248]

Fantastic video! Really enjoyed this one brother.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@salvatorecarapazza248 Thanks.

[@byronlentz4825]

I have your videos and do most of my own work. So far, the oil several times. Changed out the tires a couple of times. The rear differential, also added a rear spoiler with the light bar. Headlight modulater and the brake light modulater. But the best so far, Remus muffler system. Also the BT moto reflash. And with the shop manual, a duplicate key fob. I do enjoy working on my bike. I’ve had some bad experiences with the local Honda shop and for the engine bolt recall, I’ll probably take it down to Shawnee Honda where I bought it. I live in Tulsa by the way. Love your stuff and keep it up.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@byronlentz4825 I was born in Tulsa. Love the city.

[@robertratliff6030]

You know the Honda owners manual is really good and most simple maintenance is covered in that manual. My Honda Shadow owners manual covers oil change chain adjustment ( it is a VLX600), sparkplug changing, coolant flush, air filter, and battery. And the Honda owners manual for my 2001 cr250r detail engine and suspension tear downs. Both manuals even list what tools to use. My cr250r is a 2001 and the shadow is a 2002 but I bought them at the same time in 2002. $561 for labor is crazy. Of my two bikes the only one that goes to a shop is the shadow for tire replacement only. A small shop near me includes tire mounting with tire purchase. For 23 years I have used Valvoline 10w-40 4 stroke motorcycle oil in the cr250r transmission and the shadow 600 and never had a problem. The cr250r gets golden spectrum for its premix and both bikes are fueled with alcohol free gasoline.

[@johnbeery5715]

Thank you! Just purchased for my early Christmas gift!

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@johnbeery5715 Thanks John.

[@davidwilliamson4987]

OH YES... your videos are the best and I know they have saved me hundreds if not thousands. and now I do my own tires and that has saved oodles! Also your shirts are AWESOME and look great!

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@davidwilliamson4987 Thanks David!

[@jacquesmalan2888]

Commenting from Germany: Every Honda dealership has maintenance schedule plans for every model, stating the exact time the service is supposed to last. If something pops up causing a longer or more expensive service, the customer will be informed or asked to agree in advance. Goldwing 12 000 km - inspections including oil change range between € 275, - € 350, - (judging by the Internet GW-Forum)

[@lmac5]

Outrageous cost! For the same review (8,000mi=12,000km) I paid half that amount last week.

[@paineys3341]

My Harley had to go into the dealer for a engine rebuild under warranty, new heads, cylinders and pistons. Just before it went in I had just done an oil and filter change. When I picked it up I was shocked to see they had NOT changed the oil filter, I know they hadn't as I use K&N oil filters and there was still one on there, they would have fitted a HD one if they had changed it!

[@mikeskidmore6754]

After a REbuild like that, you should change the oil after 500 - 800 miles. I hope they didn't drop sand and grit into the motor while working on it

[@paineys3341]

@@mikeskidmore6754 I know, I was expecting a full oil and filter change after that rebuild, they couldn't argue with me saying they had changed the filter as no Harley dealer uses a K&N filter on oil changes. I got 150 miles up the road after picking it up and had a big pool of oil in my engine cases, I managed to get back to the dealer before closing and left the bike with them to sort it out! Next day they told me they found the problem, one of the o-rings on the pushrod tubes had failed... WTF...it didn't fail, it wasn't installed correctly.... 1000 miles later it went back in again as I had an oil smear on my bags, this time it was a rocker box gasket had failed....nope, install error again.... final fault, I was riding in the rain and the bike was missing and firing on one cylinder, I fixed it this time, front plug cap split so shorting when rode in the rain, they would not accept liability for it, I said it was fine before YOUR tech pulled it apart, would never have engine work done there again!

[@mikeskidmore6754]

@@paineys3341 Yes those leaks were improper installation. You always use new O-rings. I put silicone electrical grease in the inside of my spark plug boots to make installation and removable easy. A split boot could be do to age.. so I am not sure who should have to pay for that.

[@oldngreybmx5573]

Totally agree with what's being said. I've always said that the biggest scam dealers do is the 'valve clearance' inspection. A vfr800 for example will cost around 1200gbp for a inspection of the valve clearances, an inspection. Someone to access the valve buckets and measure the gap between the cam and the bucket. If it's out they will fit shims to put them back in +which is extra). So that's 1200 for labour. Now, there's no way of checking if they have actually done the work unless you remove everything and do it yourself. Valves are pretty simple and your engine will let you know if the valves are loose or tight (you can Google symptoms) but you can ask pretty much any honest technician that's done the job and they will tell you only a very very small amount of valves go out of tolerance, the dealers know this but insist you get it done every 16k miles. It's an absolute scam.

[@donaldfraser3607]

Honda flat rate on that job is 8 hours and when I was twisting wrenches I told the customers to not bother if the bike starts well and is not noisy. Most shim under bucket DOHC valve trains should never need anything.

[@oldngreybmx5573]

@donaldfraser3607 exactly.

[@kennethcole1551]

Five years ago I took my 2010 gold wing and the camper I built behind it I went from Beverly Hills Florida to Toca Lasca that’s about 5000 miles at that time I had about 7000 miles on it oil so I needed to change it so I am 4000 5000 miles from home so I called a Honda dealer In depot Alaska and I asked him if he could change my oil. He said yes I took the bike to him and he charge me $186 for 5 quarts of oil and a filter and I said was pretty high and he said I have your keys. How do you like the threat but I didn’t have a choice. I had to pay them because that’s what he charge me so dealers have been crossed off my list.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

I bought a 2008 Buell in 2022. NAPA wanted $11.00 for a WIX oil filter. My Local Power Sports Dealer wanted $8.00 for a Fram .. two years later the Power Sports Dealer wanted $12.00. A Kawasaki Mule uses the same filter. I searched the Part # and found that Walmart sells them for $4.11 each. I ordered enough various items to get free shipping. K&N Oil filters are way overpriced. I paid $3.50 for full sized Chevy car filters for years. back when Oil was 75 cents per quart or $1.25 per quart. I purchase my oil in 55 gallon barrels

[@jiyushugi1085]

I just changed the brake fluid on my car and my wife's -- the first flush in over 20 years, the brakes on both cars were working fine. Change the coolant every 10 years or so, both cars run great. And I'd never, ever take any of my bikes to a shop for either maintenance or repairs!

[@LawrenceBroussard]

That brake fluid flush really got me. I had to hand pump my front brakes and the same for my rear brakes to flush the brake oil. I had no clue how to do it since it was my first time. I think I spent maybe 30 minutes but not more than a hour. Dealership are destroying their own business by over charging. If the total labor charge was around 150 dollars I say ok, but not at that price. I watched a Harley Davidson dealership video going into detail all they do on Mile inspection and all the things they check during an oil change. It was a little high but very reasonable for the detailed checks they actually were doing. I do not have a GoldWing, but just doing a few things on your own would pay for your videos

[@TheTonytodd]

I can understand the 5.5 quarts of oil charge. When I bought my new 2023 DCT, the oil was only halfway between the hash marks on the dip stick. When I did my first oil change recently, 5 quarts showed to be at the same halfway point. I'm guessing that the dealer made sure the oil was completely at the full hash mark, like I'm accustomed to from doing my own oil changes in cars.

[@jackstone6711]

Hey Cruiseman, great stuff. I have so much respect for you. Keep up the awesome work. Want to let you know I'm buying a bike this winter because of you. Thanks for your dedication. J.Stone

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@jackstone6711 Wow. Enjoy your new ride!

[@domfer2540]

I am a partial disabled veteran, senior. I have service my Hondas from 1969. I have found that the dealers are getting hunger for more money. I do not ride any longer. I miss my riding with over 60 years.

[@scottlazar9731]

As a potential GW owner (I'm shopping now), this is eye opening.

[@Lee-sk2ov]

Always been a Harley rider. Harley wants you to bring it in for service while it’s under warranty it is real expensive so that was no shock to me. Bought a goldwing in June (haven’t parted with the Harley yet) love it. Easiest riding big bike I’ve ever ridden. It is a dct. Is a few things not a fan of but that whole other comment. So far I have11;000 mile and done all my own work. It’s not that hard. Just purchased your videos haven’t used them yet. From what I’ve watched very detailed. Only thing I’m kinda worried about is changing air filter. So much plastic to remove just for something that should take two minutes to change. Great bike though thinking of selling Harley.

[@Grumpyoldman60-]

When I buy a bike new or used I always order the factory repair manual.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@Grumpyoldman60- Me too.

[@John_Ridley]

I never have or will let anyone else service any of my vehicles, with the exception of warranty/recall work, or stuff that's simply impossible to do without equipment I don't have. I am only Goldwing curious at this point, but I have a major service coming up on my Tracer. Valve clearance adjustment, lots of checks and infrequent lubes, etc, just sounds like a nice afternoon in the shop to me.

[@rickmcmillan5061]

That’s why it kills me just to take in my ‘23 Wing for the FP recall. I do all my maintenance on all my vehicles. There is a tool to test the conductivity of the brake fluid, measures the water content, a 5 second process.

[@jayfurness6695]

I go to Bettencourt Honda in Bridgewater Ma. Bought bike there. Last year, did service, With air filter, and adjusted valves, lifters? Tapping. Oil, filter, brake fluid change. And added the plate to protect bottom of motor. The price was just about the same as this guy paid. I was happy with just the air filter change. We know that takes time. Long time. Just saying. They quote a price before the job, ALWAYS CHEAPER when picking up the bike.

[@67daltonknox]

The first (600 mile) service on my KTM 1290 was $350 for little more than an oil change. I never go back to a dealer once a vehicle is out of warranty.

[@MarksGarage17]

Good morning from Wisconsin! Well, I think your topic is an excellent one. Dealer labor rates have increased quite a bit over the last couple of years. A friend of mine with a Honda Gold Wing had new tires put on recently. He called me afterward to tell me what they charged. Ridiculous labor amount. Right now, on WingStuff you can purchase a new set of Dunlops for $519. The dealer my friend went to charged him $700 to install the tires and do a bike inspection that had all those same bs things you mentioned. As the motorcycle industry gets "rolled up" by mega owners, and there are fewer independent dealers, you are going to see more of this Too bad. Regarding your Maintenance Video Series, it a wonderful value. I purchased this several years back and upgraded to the OTT package. Thanks for helping me and all of us become more skilled with maintaining our bikes! (This episode could have easily been one for Crown & Comments!)

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@MarksGarage17 Crown and Comments coming early next week! Thanks Mark.

[@GoldRyderOne]

Did they inspect the mirror reflections and the tire air color? Your videos have already paid for themselves many times over. Also, just knowing the information feels great.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@GoldRyderOne Ha ha 🤣

[@FxRiderST]

I like the first half. The second half is a commercial. You' video, your right. Just saying.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@FxRiderST Guilty as charged 😀

[@chrishaddad5362]

I like the term”doodads” a lot more than “farkles”. Well done CM.

[@timothyupleger7007]

Why do you think we call them "Stealers". My buddy just paid $360.00 to change his air filter, (Which he provided the air filter!)

[@BruxBrule]

Hey Chris, your videos are well worth it, use mine all the time.

[@ScottRoney]

You’ve obviously never been to the service department in a BMW or Harley Davidson dealership. Trust me, it could be worse! 😂😂😂

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@ScottRoney 🙀

[@ScottRoney]

@@cruisemansgarageBTW I’m a current R1250RT owner so I don’t typically view your videos. But I am a fan of Honda and have owned several. I appreciate you and your service to the Honda and motorcycle community in general! You set a fine example of an enthusiast and service provider. I trust you are doing well. Keep up the great work and have a wonderful holiday! 🙏🫡🏍️❤

[@cruisemansgarage]

@ love the R1250RT.

[@ivanr_.8678]

The dealers make more money in the service departments than on sales. There should be a table/manual for the shop to go by on standard cost of most procedures. If the tech does it in less time that is their profit. They techs get incentives to hurry up and get more vehicles in less time.

[@jag1963]

I've owned Two Goldwings and never put them in for service. I bought both new and both were built for me from crate. Both had their plastic trims fitted wrong and screens were loose on both of them. Then they want me to pay a small fortune to do stuff that matters? No Chance. Change your own oil/filters/ and replace final drive oil and buy Cruisermans videos which is what I did. I bought a 2023 Indian Chieftain and because of the vibration it naturaly has I did take that in for its 500 miles service. $422:00! Crazy money. After that I do my own work till the valves need doing and then I will wait double the milage they say cause valves in modern engines don't go out less something is really wrong. They changed his oil and filters for over 6 hundreds dollars when that's all they did. Do your own servicing and you will do it right because you have to ride it.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@jag1963 Thanks for your support!

[@stephencarr7173]

Some people like the documentation of having the dealer do the work. Maybe thinking it would help on resale? Anyway, I was on a coast to coast and my oil change interval came up, so while it was a bit difficult to schedule, I did find a shop (dealer) in Hendersonville North Carolina that would take it in. $385. for an oil change.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@stephencarr7173 Damn. That’s abusive.

[@bobfately9382]

Boy, am I lucky - my Goldwing dealer (Champion in Roswell NM) offered me a flat fee $1500 for a two year coverage of all standard maintenance (not tires, brakes, etc of course) - I have put 124K miles on my bike in the past 5 years and aside from the cost of tires have not paid anything over that $750/year for all the standard services.

[@michaelsee3840]

I have one word nuts I have worked on bikes starting back in 1974 and never charged that much for service. maybe with the 1000 and the 1200 we did value adjustment tire change it would be that much..I just did my 2022 wing parts came to $70.22 that's everything. and I buy a gallon and I have some left. thanks for the video.

[@stackus_maximus1]

Does the owners manual or Honda recommend 8k service?

[@TB-ug4cp]

My question exactly! My 2024 is 4,000 then 12,000.

[@Tom-x4t]

I have a a 2023 rebel 500 has 21000 miles on it I've done all maintenance my self .only hard part was plugs and rear tire

[@Myrune1]

I will generally pay for the very first oil change on any bike. After that, I'm doing it myself. That being said I'm pretty sure I'm doing all the oil changes on my next Goldwing. I've also purchased a Rabaconda and stopped paying for overpriced tires and change costs. My K1600GTL was due for it's 6k maintenance. The local shop quoted me $400 for that service...and by the way you need tires which will cost $800 plus disposal and fees. (I was in getting the battery replaced under warranty so asked about the service and that's when they told me I needed tires also. They weren't wrong, but I wanted to know the price.) I looked up the 6k service in the book. It's an oil change and filter only. (Check other items.) As luck would have it I can use the same oil in the Goldwing and the K1600. I bought a filter for $20 and had five quarts of full synthetic JASO-MA2 oil which cost around $25. I saved over $350 on that service. I then ordered the Michelin Road 6 GT tires delivered for $530 and changed them myself. Those ZR tires are tough and it took me an afternoon, but saved over $250. That's over $600 saved in one visit to the shop. Oh, and I changed the final drive fluid....it uses the same as the Goldwing also. 200ml of fluid I already had and an extra 5 minutes because I had the rear tire off already. They wanted $300 for that service and I did it basically for free. I think most of these shops are pricing themselves out of work. I won't even take my cars in any more. The free oil changes on our new vehicle cost over $100. (That's another fight I had with the stealership.)

[@richardahola692]

I have heard that there are testers that tell how much water the brake fluid has absorbed. I hear that new bikes need frequent brake fluid changes because of ABS sensitivity to water and dirt.

[@abellseaman4114]

I am amazed that people would pay hundreds of do9llars for an oil change on a one year old bike - of ANY SIZE OR BRAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Supernaut2000]

Dealerships are Stealerships, cars or bikes. AVOID at all costs.

[@michaelboater3545]

I took my bike twice to my Honda dealer (2021 wing) twice and they over filled my oil. I asked if they were putting it on the side stand after draining oil on the center stand (cruiseman video) waited to talk to the mechanic he was to busy. Now with the recall. I think I will trailer bike to a shop further away. Thanks local Honda dealer

[@ronmiller4556]

Had the 4K oil change done by local, trustworthy independent motorcycle mechanic and he charged by $110 for his hour of time doing it. Plus, I bought all the parts/oil/etc. at a local Honda dealer for roughly $100. Sounds like this dealer was ripping off your friend.

[@jerryterpstra-yo8nl]

A quick question. Off topic. I have ordered a 2025 goldwing. Waiting to see what colors are available. Waiting is the key word. My question. The auto stop feature. I was just wondering when it is tirned off in the menu. (Unchecking the function.). Does this disable the function for Subsequent regular starts. Or does it revert back to auto stop functionality. I hate this option and want to turn it permanently off.

[@ElGordo-59]

It stays off for subsequent starts unless you change it yourself. But occasionally it will turn itself back on for some unknown reason. Easy enough to turn it off again, just a little annoying that it changes a setting on its own.

[@garyhoward4064]

The bill is fine in my eyes. Here in Switzerland, you will not see such service below 1000..

[@bobconnelly2316]

I just had a 24K service with oil/dct change-$800. That’s 8000k with valve clearance check and 3 needed adjusted.

[@shivasix9136]

Not me.... I wouldn't buy a newer Goldwing. My 1800 has been a disappointment. So many issue's & failures. My 1500 went over 225k miles without any issue's EVER. I put another engine in it because reverse I lost 4th gear. I'm getting ready to unload the 1800 & get back on my 1500

[@frankward8003]

I rode my 2003 Gold Wing for 15 years and it never cost me a dime for any repairs..only normal maintenance

[@FBIMitch]

From my experience with my GoldWing it's like this : "This guy is willing to pay 35 000$ for a motorcycle he'll pay anything" then they up the prices. I hear that comment allot even from parts dealer online. I do my own maintenance 'cause of that.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@FBIMitch I think you are correct.

[@alfonsodennis8450]

Hello Chris, do you video show ABS brake flush? The last time I took my 2012 for a brake fluid and clutch fluid change, they kept the bike for a hour test rode it, and never changed the fluids. When I confronted the tech, he stated the brake fluid was still dirty because it’s ABS. I informed him that I have a fluid tester in the moisture was greater than 5%.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@alfonsodennis8450 The ABS system has no impact on the fluid or moisture. Your tech was scamming you. And yes, my videos show flush/bleed on ABS brakes.

[@alfonsodennis8450]

@@cruisemansgarageThank you Cruiseman. I change my oil, differential fluid and antifreeze. I am always afraid to do the brake fluid, not wanting to get air in the lines. I also want to change the fork seals and fluid but don’t want to take the bike to a shop just to let the bike sit and they collect $600+ and not do the work.

[@jamcbride225]

Not sure if I missed it but is there a labor rate anywhere or is it just "secret"? Still...crazy!!!! You certainly made a good pitch on your maintenance vids.

[@cruisemansgarage]

That was not on the invoice. Good question.

[@John_Ridley]

I don't even know how you can take an hour to do an oil change. I do all my bikes in like 30 minutes and that's taking the plug out then wandering off to do something else while it drains, coming back later and switching the filter and refilling.

[@cruisemansgarage]

@@John_Ridley Good point.

[@MrGursk12]

Question for ya, does your videos show one how to disassemble the fairing as I need to change the speakers on my 2019 GW the right side is blown unfortunately. Thank you and I also enjoy your content.

[@cruisemansgarage]

Absolutely.