Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CTX1300 (2014–2015)SC74 Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)
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 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 Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)?

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