BMW R 18 Roctane (2024–2025) vs Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service BMW R 18 Roctane (2024–2025) Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change 6,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 6,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 12,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the BMW R 18 Roctane (2024–2025) or the Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)?

Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.