Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023)EREM Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 15,200 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,600 mi n/a
Chain 7,600 mi n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant 36 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Kawasaki Z650RS (2022–2023) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.