Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change n/a 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 Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Ducati Streetfighter (2009–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.