Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.