BMW F 900 XR (2025–2027) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW F 900 XR (2025–2027)0R03 Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)VP20
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 12,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW F 900 XR (2025–2027) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)?

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.