Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi 600 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.