Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2013–2014)SC65 Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.