Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020)VP29 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
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 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

Yamaha Vmax 1700 (2009–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.