Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) vs Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 9,300 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 9,300 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) or the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)?

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (2018–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.