Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

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