Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015)AF70 Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 2,500 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.