Yamaha TW200 (2012–2014) 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 TW200 (2012–2014) Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)RJ16
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha TW200 (2012–2014) 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.