Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) vs Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)RN27 Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)RH04
Oil change 12,000 mi 12,000 mi
Valve service 24,000 mi 6,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain 600 mi 300 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 12 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) or the Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)?

Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.