Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB1100 (2013–2014)SC65 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)RH06
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1100 (2013–2014) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.