Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) 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 CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 600 mi n/a
Valve service 3,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 4 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) 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.