KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

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 FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 9,300 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 18,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 9,300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM Adventure + Adventure R (2016) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

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