Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service	Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027)VN05	Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
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	500 mi
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 YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

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