Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)RH04 Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)RN05
Oil change 12,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi 600 mi
Brake fluid 12 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.