Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 (2005–2011) vs Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 (2005–2011)LPUS Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)VP28
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 (2005–2011) or the Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.