Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) 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 Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change 9,000 mi n/a
Valve service 28,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 28,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ducati Panigale (2019–2027) 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.