Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

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 YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a 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 Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

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