KTM RC (2015–2027) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

KTM RC (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	KTM RC (2015–2027)	Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change	n/a	4,000 mi
Valve service	9,300 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	n/a	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM RC (2015–2027) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

KTM RC (2015–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.