Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012) vs Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012)RN27 Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021)RN47
Oil change 4,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FZ8-NC (2012) or the Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021)?

Yamaha XSR900 (2016–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.