Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025) vs Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025)RM38	Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)SA20
Oil change	4,000 mi	n/a
Valve service	26,600 mi	n/a
Spark plugs	8,000 mi	n/a
Chain	500 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	36 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha YZF-R7 (2022–2025) or the Yamaha Zuma 50 (2002–2011)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.