Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016)SC59 Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)VP14
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR1000RR (2008–2016) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)?

Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.