Honda CB500X (2013–2021) vs Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CB500X (2013–2021)PC46 Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025)RM38
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB500X (2013–2021) or the Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025)?

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