Yamaha XVS950 (2023) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha XVS950 (2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha XVS950 (2023)VN05 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha XVS950 (2023) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

Yamaha XVS950 (2023) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.