Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) vs Yamaha YZF-R7 (2026–2027)

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-R7 (2026–2027)
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 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR650F (2012–2018) or the Yamaha YZF-R7 (2026–2027)?

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