Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)?

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.