Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017) vs Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017)RP30 Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FJR1300 (2016–2017) or the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.