Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)
Factory maintenance schedules compared.
Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.
| Service | Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008)SG18 | Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 3,125 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 26,600 mi | 26,600 mi |
| Spark plugs | n/a | n/a |
| Chain | n/a | 500 mi |
| Brake fluid | n/a | 24 mo |
| Coolant | n/a | n/a |
Common questions
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?
Yamaha Morphous (2006–2008) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.