Honda NT700V (2007–2011) vs Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59 Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)RJ10
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
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 YZF600R (2006–2007)?

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