Yamaha C3 (2007–2011) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha C3 (2007–2011)SA33 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 4,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha C3 (2007–2011) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.