Royal Enfield J1H (2021–2027) vs Yamaha Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)

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 Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)
Oil change 6,000 mi 4,000 mi
Valve service n/a 26,600 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 Vmax 1200 (2002–2005)?

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