Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027)EJCD Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 7,600 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki W800 (2020–2027) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.