Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027)XEUA Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change 3,700 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 15,000 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Aprilia RS 457 (2025–2027) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.