Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021)JA48 Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 4,000 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain 300 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Super Cub C125 (2019–2021) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.