Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) vs Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)RH04
Oil change 600 mi 12,000 mi
Valve service 3,600 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 300 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid 4 mo 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) or the Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)?

Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.