Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) 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 SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08 Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07
Oil change 4,000 mi n/a
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) 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.