Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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 CBR500R (2025–2026)PC70 Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs 16,000 mi 12,000 mi
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR500R (2025–2026) 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.