Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) vs Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69 Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05
Oil change n/a 12,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) or the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)?

Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.