Honda NM4 (2015–2021) vs Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda NM4 (2015–2021)RC81 Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 NM4 (2015–2021) or the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)?

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