Suzuki Boulevard M90 (2009–2010) vs Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki Boulevard M90 (2009–2010)VY55 Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)VP28
Oil change 4,000 mi n/a
Valve service 7,500 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant 24 mo n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki Boulevard M90 (2009–2010) or the Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015)?

Yamaha Road Star 1700 (1999–2015) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.