KTM 790/890 Adv R, Rally (2021–2027) vs Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service	KTM 790/890 Adv R, Rally (2021–2027)	Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)VP28
Oil change	9,300 mi	n/a
Valve service	18,600 mi	16,000 mi
Spark plugs	18,600 mi	n/a
Chain	9,300 mi	n/a
Brake fluid	12 mo	n/a
Coolant	48 mo	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the KTM 790/890 Adv R, Rally (2021–2027) or the Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)?

Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.