Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) vs Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)VM01
Oil change 9,300 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service 18,600 mi 4,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant 48 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) or the Yamaha V Star 650 (1998–2018)?

Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.