Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)RN27 Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change 12,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 24,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) 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.