Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016)SC59 Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) or the Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)?

Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.