Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) vs Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)

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 Star Stryker (2012–2017)VP33
Oil change n/a 6,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 12,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Shadow Aero 750 (2004–2024) or the Yamaha Star Stryker (2012–2017)?

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