Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) 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 Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service n/a 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 18,600 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 Moto Guzzi V85 (2021–2022) 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.