Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) vs Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027)PC40 Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi 8,000 mi
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CBR600RR (2007–2027) or the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)?

Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.