Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024)RC50	Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)DM12
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	8,000 mi	24,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	12,000 mi
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Yamaha Tenere 700 (2022–2024)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.