Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003)RN10 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)RN23
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 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009–2014)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2002–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.