Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) 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 CRF250L (2013–2016)MD38 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 500 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF250L (2013–2016) 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.