Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CTX700N (2014–2018)RC68 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CTX700N (2014–2018) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.