Honda CRF300L (2021–2026) vs Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda CRF300L (2021–2026)ND16 Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 32,000 mi n/a
Chain 600 mi n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda CRF300L (2021–2026) or the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)?

Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.