Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020)RH04 Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)RJ16
Oil change 12,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 12 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha SR400 (2015–2020) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)?

Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.