Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

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