Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) vs Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda CTX700 (2014–2018)RC69 Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)RN28
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700 (2014–2018) or the Yamaha FZ8-S (2011–2014)?

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