Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) 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 Metropolitan (2013–2015)AF70 Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 2,500 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 5,000 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Metropolitan (2013–2015) 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.