Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)VP14
Oil change 8,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha Road Warrior (2002–2005)?

Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.