Honda CB650F (2018) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB650F (2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB650F (2018)RC75 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
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 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650F (2018) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Honda CB650F (2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.