Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) vs Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008)SG18 Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59
Oil change 3,125 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) or the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)?

Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.