Honda CRF250R (2023–2024) vs Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Honda CRF250R (2023–2024)MD44 Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027)RN94
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250R (2023–2024) or the Yamaha MT-09 (2025–2027)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.