Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2004–2006)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007)VP20 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2004–2006)RN13
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 6 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2004–2006)?

Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2006–2007) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.