Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05	Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)VP20
Oil change	12,000 mi	4,000 mi
Valve service	12,000 mi	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	6 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) or the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)?

Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.