Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027)SC77 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 32,000 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 Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Honda CBR1000RR (2017–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.