Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003)ZG9B Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)VP18
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 3,000 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 Kawasaki Voyager XII (1986–2003) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (2005–2009) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.