Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018)VN08 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)?

Yamaha SCR950 (2017–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.