Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha R7 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)RM38
Oil change 2,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Yamaha R7 (2023–2024)?

Yamaha R7 (2023–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.