Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)RN33
Oil change 2,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016)?

Yamaha FZ-09 (2014–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.