KTM Adventure (2020–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM Adventure (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service KTM Adventure (2020–2027) Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)RN39
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 48 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM Adventure (2020–2027) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)?

KTM Adventure (2020–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.