Honda Grom (2018–2021) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Grom (2018–2021)JC75 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain 300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Grom (2018–2021) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.