Motorbike or scooter · Big bike
Honda Africa Twin servicing and repair costs
What 11 common jobs cost on a Honda Africa Twin (big bike), parts and labour included, at an independent garage and a main dealer. Prices: United Kingdom. On the Honda Africa Twin, labour times are on average 15% longer than the class average (access, crowded engine bay).
Servicing
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike oil and filter change | 0.5 – 0.8 h | £70 – £165 | £95 – £255 |
| Motorbike service | 1 – 2.5 h | £145 – £390 | £200 – £615 |
Engine
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance check | 2.5 – 8 h | £180 – £890 | £270 – £1,545 |
Drivetrain
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike chain and sprocket kit | 0.9 – 1.5 h | £205 – £455 | £265 – £670 |
Brakes
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike front brake pads | 0.5 – 0.9 h | £90 – £220 | £115 – £330 |
| Motorbike rear brake pads | 0.3 – 0.7 h | £45 – £120 | £65 – £190 |
| Motorbike brake fluid change | 0.5 – 0.9 h | £35 – £100 | £55 – £175 |
Tyres and wheels
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike tyre pair | 0.7 – 1.5 h | £315 – £570 | £380 – £810 |
Electrical
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike battery | 0.2 – 0.6 h | £95 – £220 | £115 – £315 |
Clutch
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorbike clutch plates | 1.5 – 3.5 h | £230 – £590 | £315 – £935 |
Suspension and steering
| Job | Book time | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fork seals | 1.5 – 3.5 h | £140 – £415 | £210 – £705 |
Total incl. VAT · United Kingdom. Method
Frequently asked questions
Honda Africa Twin motorbike service: how much does it cost?
At an independent garage, expect £145 to £390, parts and labour included. Main dealer: £200 – £615.
Honda Africa Twin motorbike oil and filter change: how much does it cost?
At an independent garage, expect £70 to £165, parts and labour included. Main dealer: £95 – £255.
Honda Africa Twin motorbike chain and sprocket kit: how much does it cost?
At an independent garage, expect £205 to £455, parts and labour included. Main dealer: £265 – £670.
Data updated October 2026. Indicative estimate. MecaScan cannot see your vehicle: always have a diagnosis confirmed by a professional, and never work on brakes, steering or airbags without the skills.