Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR500R (2013–2021)PC44 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Honda CBR500R (2013–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.