Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) vs Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027)FHP2 Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)VP11
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 4,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 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 Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) or the Yamaha V Star 1100 (1999–2012)?

Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.