Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) 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 CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) 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.