Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) vs Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014)RN27	Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)SA20
Oil change	12,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	24,000 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ8-N (2011–2014) or the Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.