Honda XR150L (2023–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR150L (2023–2027)KD13 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
Oil change 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 2,500 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR150L (2023–2027) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.