KTM V-twin RC8 Super Duke R (2014–2017) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	KTM V-twin RC8 Super Duke R (2014–2017)	Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)RH25
Oil change	6,210 mi	n/a
Valve service	n/a	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	12 mo	n/a
Coolant	48 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM V-twin RC8 Super Duke R (2014–2017) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.