Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020) vs Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020)RM27 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 4,000 mi n/a
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha MT-07 (2018–2020) or the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.