Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) 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 FZ6 (2004–2005)RJ08 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid 6 mo 6 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) 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.