Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001)RN05 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)RN20
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 600 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 6 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2007–2008)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (1998–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.