Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027)PD11 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
Oil change 600 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 3,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 3,600 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 4 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF450RL (2020–2027) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.