Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)RJ10
Oil change 2,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)?

Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.