Ducati XDiavel (2026–2027) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Ducati XDiavel (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Ducati XDiavel (2026–2027)13B7 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 36,000 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs 36,000 mi 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 XDiavel (2026–2027) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Ducati XDiavel (2026–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.