Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027)PC40 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.