Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005)RJ08 Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
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 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.