Yamaha Bolt (2014–2027) vs Yamaha YZF600R (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 YZF600R (2006–2007)RJ10
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	600 mi
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 YZF600R (2006–2007)?

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