Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) vs Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020)RH06 Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)RJ16
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 500 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) or the Yamaha YZF-R6 (2008–2016)?

Yamaha YZF-R3 (2015–2020) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.