Honda CB300R (2019–2026) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB300R (2019–2026)NC55 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB300R (2019–2026) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.