Honda CB650F (2018) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CB650F (2018)RC75 Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi n/a
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CB650F (2018) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.