Honda Silver Wing (2002–2013) vs Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda Silver Wing (2002–2013) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Silver Wing (2002–2013)PF01 Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 16,000 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi 8,000 mi
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 Silver Wing (2002–2013) or the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)?

Honda Silver Wing (2002–2013) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.