Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) vs Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 16,000 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 mi 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) or the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)?

Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.