Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017)RN37 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

Yamaha FJ09 (2015–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.