Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05	Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change	12,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	12,000 mi	26,600 mi
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 TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.