Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024)RC50 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 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 Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.