Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) vs Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

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

Service Honda ST1300 (2003–2024)SC51 Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)RJ10
Oil change 8,000 mi n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a 600 mi
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda ST1300 (2003–2024) or the Yamaha YZF600R (2006–2007)?

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