Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) vs Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700N (2014–2018)RC68 Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)RN27
Oil change 8,000 mi 12,000 mi
Valve service n/a 24,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 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 CTX700N (2014–2018) or the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)?

Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.