Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
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 NM4 (2015–2021) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Honda NM4 (2015–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.