Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) vs Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011)SJ07 Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)VP29
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 24 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) or the Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)?

Yamaha TMAX 500 (2001–2011) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.