Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024)RC50 Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)RN96
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 8,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Yamaha XSR900 (2025–2027)?

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.