Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027) vs Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027)RNA3	Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)SE48
Oil change	4,000 mi	2,000 mi
Valve service	26,600 mi	2,000 mi
Spark plugs	12,000 mi	n/a
Chain	600 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha YZF-R9 (2025–2027) or the Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015)?

Yamaha Zuma 125 (2009–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.