Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002) Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)VP19
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 7,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2006–2012)?

Yamaha Riva 125 (1999–2002) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.