Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81 Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)RJ18
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 NM4 (2015–2021) or the Yamaha FZ6R (2009–2017)?

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.