KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) vs Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)RN53
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) or the Yamaha FZ-09 (2017–2018)?

KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.