Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR650F (2012–2018)RC74 Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)RH18
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2021–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.