Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Niken (2019–2021)RN59 Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Niken (2019–2021) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.