Honda XR650L (1993–2025) vs Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda XR650L (1993–2025)RD06 Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)SE48
Oil change 2,000 mi 2,000 mi
Valve service n/a 2,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda XR650L (1993–2025) or the Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)?

Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.