Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015) vs Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015)RP26 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)VP01
Oil change 4,000 mi 8,000 mi
Valve service 26,600 mi 28,000 mi
Spark plugs n/a n/a
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid 24 mo n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Yamaha FJR1300 (2014–2015) or the Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000)?

Yamaha Royal Star Tour Classic (1996–2000) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.