Honda CB1000 Hornet (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 Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025)SC86 Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB1000 Hornet (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.