Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2004–2007)SC57 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

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