Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) vs Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005)RJ08	Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)RH25
Oil change	4,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	26,600 mi	26,600 mi
Spark plugs	8,000 mi	n/a
Chain	500 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	6 mo	n/a
Coolant	24 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ6 (2004–2005) or the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2025–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.