Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69 Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
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 FZ6R (2009–2017)?

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