Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015) vs Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)RP26	Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)VP27
Oil change	4,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	26,600 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015) or the Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)?

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.