Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.