Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 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 NT700V (2007–2011) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)?

Honda NT700V (2007–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.