Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74 Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)RN28
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) or the Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)?

Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.