Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025)RC53 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 8,000 mi 26,600 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 Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Honda Shadow Phantom 750 (2010–2025) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.