Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) vs Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05	Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)RP30
Oil change	12,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) or the Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.