Honda CB500X (2013–2021) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB500X (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB500X (2013–2021)PC46 Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500X (2013–2021) or the Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)?

Honda CB500X (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.