BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016)0134	Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change	6,000 mi	4,000 mi
Valve service	24,000 mi	4,000 mi
Spark plugs	24,000 mi	n/a
Chain	24,000 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	24 mo
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

BMW C 650 GT (2013–2016) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.