Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) vs Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Raider (2008–2017)VP27 Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) or the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)?

Yamaha Raider (2008–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.