Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) vs Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007)SC57 Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)SA33
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 4,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) or the Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.