Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda NM4 (2015–2021) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

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