BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021)0611 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 18,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW K 1600 GT (2011–2021) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.