Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)VP32
Oil change 8,000 mi 6,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 12,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha V Star 1300 (2010–2017)?

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