Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023)SD10 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports (2020–2023) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.