Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) vs Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021)GX72 Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)VP02
Oil change n/a 4,000 mi
Valve service 14,500 mi 16,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) or the Yamaha Road Star 1600 (1999–2003)?

Suzuki Hayabusa (1999–2021) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.