Honda CB650R (2025–2026) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CB650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB650R (2025–2026)RH16 Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)RN05
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650R (2025–2026) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)?

Honda CB650R (2025–2026) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.