Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) 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 Metropolitan (2013–2015)AF70 | Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02 |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change | 2,500 mi | 4,000 mi |
| Valve service | 2,500 mi | 16,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 5,000 mi | 8,000 mi |
| 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 Metropolitan (2013–2015) 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.