Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017) 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 Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017)GT79 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe (1996–2001)
Oil change n/a n/a
Valve service 14,500 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 7,500 mi n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo 6 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 (2016–2017) 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.